There are many reasons why one would have a need to get a waterproof digital camera, whether it is to go snorkeling and bring back memorable pictures, hiking around waterfalls, deep sea diving, or if you just happen to like taking pictures in the rain. Another reason for a waterproof camera would be for those that have young kids.  There are always photo opportunities with little children around and everyone knows that accidents are bound to happen with children so it is always best to be safe.  You would hate to miss that perfect picture because your camera got wet and stopped working properly.

 
What type of camera is best? That really is all depending upon what your needs are for a camera. If you are looking for something waterproof yet cheap for a fun family outing then perhaps what you are looking for is the Olympus Stylus 550 10MP waterproof digital camera. You can find this camera in a variety of stores at an average price ranging from fifty three dollars all the way up to two hundred dollars.

If you are in the market for something with a little more power and more mega pixels you can try the Canon PowerShot D10 12.1 MP Digital Camera. This comes with not only a 3X Optical zoom, 2.5 LCD, Face detection, but also an auto red eye fixing and stabilizer. You can find this camera in price range of two hundred and sixty dollars up to three hundred and sixty dollars.

No matter what the occasion is there is always a camera just right for the job. If capturing action is what you are looking for then the Oregon Scientific ATC2K waterproof action camera is what you might be in the market for. This video camera is all hands free allowing for full color, 640x480 VGA at 30 frames per second. This camera can be bought at a price range varying from seventy two dollars up to one hundred and twelve dollars.  Not a bad price for a waterproof digital camera that takes video too!

The Pentax Opti W80 12 MP Digital Camera KIT is probably one of the best waterproof cameras on the market today. It can withstand depths of up to 16 feet and is perfect for everything from a rainy day to any accidental spills that might happen along the way as well as underwater picture taking. This camera is perfect for taking up to 2 hours of video as well as for taking still shots. You can find this camera for a price of two hundred to three hundred dollars.

So no matter what occasion or need you may have for a waterproof digital camera there is definitely one out there with your name on it just waiting for you to grab it and start making memories that will last a life time, along with the memories lasting a life time so too will the camera, be it underwater or in the rain.