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LeisurePro > Add-On Gear > Photography >

Seashell SS-1 Waterproof Camera Housing

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Seashell SS-1 Waterproof Camera Housing

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Questions about this item:

Shopper What cameras are able to securely fit in this housing?

DINA D There is a downloadable PDF of the cameras that fit on the Bonica web site. I believe if you click around a bit there's a link to it on the LeisurePro site as well.

Danielle S does this housing work with a Samsung HZ30W digital point and shoot?

David R check this link for compatible ones http://www.seashell.hk/PublishWebSite/seashell/gallery/getCMSPage.asp?url=/PublishWebSite/seashell/en/contentPage28733.htm

pam k Does this casing work with Olympus stylus 1050 sw. I need to order yesterday so please respond asap! leaving on trip

JEANNETTE R Sorry but I did not purchase it for that camera in particular. It does have buttons that are movable and adjustable for several different cameras. We had to place tabs in the appropriate places for our models camera. It is a very sturdy box and well made. And it was a good price on leisure pro. I checked eBay and leisure pro was cheaper. If you go to the website for the housing unit it may list all the cameras it is adapted for. Hope this helps

DINA D There's a downloadable PDF of compatible cameras at Bonica's web site.

LOGAN H It looks like it would fit although the lens port will not line up. I would not recommend this housing for your camera

ROBERT W Pam, it should work if your camera is a point and shoot camera. I'm using a Little Nikon camera and it works perfectly. I've only used it once so far but am going to go diving in Key West at the end of the month.

JOE L I'm trying to decide what to get. Why did you pick this one?

DINA D 1. Price was certainly a factor. Camera-specific housings are more expensive. 2. The camera I use the housing with is rather old, not made anymore, and I couldn't find a housing made specifically for it. 3. It is a hard case that can withstand the pressures at depth. I tried one of those soft plastic cases, but it collapsed on itself at about 15 feet and rendered the camera inoperable. (It did keep the camera dry, fortunately.) The last time I used the Seashell I was at 60 feet or so with no problems. 4. My camera is simple to operate and doesn't have a lot of bells and whistles so I can live without access to the other controls. Hope this was helpful, good luck with your decision.

JOE L WHAT CONTROLS ARE ON THE BACK OF THE HOUSING?

HUIJOON J Hi, there's no way to control on back side. You just control to turn on/off and a shutter.

LOGAN H and that would be the only complaint i have regarding this houseing, there are no controls on the back of the housing. The only thing you can do after you enter the water ( or just seal the housing) is turn on and off, and take the picture.

DINA D Hi Joe. None. Just the two on the top, for on/off and shutter release. Basic, but does the two main things that are absolutely necessary. Hope that's helpful.

MARY Z There are no controls on the back. The only buttons are on top. There is a power button and one to take a picture. Make sure the flash is off and the zoom is set the way you want it for the entire dive before closing the housing. I've taken some great pictures with this (and some lousy ones!)

ROBERT W There are not any. You need to decide before you dive if you are going to take photos or shoot video. I have used it once so far and it worked great.

MARTIN S There are none on the back only the top two for power on and shoot. This case worked great. Take time to set it up right at home! Good thing is if you get a new camera all you have to do is reconfigure the spacers!

Shopper Hello, Would it fit Panasonic Lumix tz5? Thanks

JOHN M Not sure about the Panasonic, but it fits my Olympus F200EXR well. The kit comes with several sizes of foam and rubber inserts that allows customization for several different cameras. It's good to keep in mind that you can really only turn the camera on/off and snap the photo. You can not change the zoom or other settings nor can you press the review/play button. Therefore, you want to sent the automatic photo review to as long as possible.

DINA D Well, your camera isn't on the list of compatible cameras, found here: http://www.seashell.hk/PublishWebSite/seashell/gallery/getCMSPage.asp?url=/PublishWebSite/seashell/en/contentPage28733.htm but if it the shutter and on/off buttons, and the lens is in the correct placement it may work if it can fit inside the housing. (no promises!) There's also another model for cameras with lenses in the middle of the camera body, I believe it's the SS-2. Both are highly customizable. I have the SS-1, which works great with my older Fujifilm F470. Good luck!

Bill E Will the fujifilm finepix J20 fit in this case?

JOHN M I imagine that the J20 will fit. I am using the housing for the Fujifilm 200EXR. The housing kits comes with all types of rubber and foam inserts to ensure your camera fits. The kit also includes a template to help you measure and determine which sizes of inserts you need to use. For the price you cannot beat the case. It is secure (I took it down during 18 meter dives with no problems). The drawbacks, but I knew them going in, was that there is no way to review your photos underwater (other than the brief preview the camera shows after each shot) and there is no way to adjust the zoom. Again, I knew this going in to the purchase. Hope this helps.

Bill E Thank You John, this is what I wanted to know.

LOGAN H I do not know the specs of your camera. It fit my nikon coolpix no problem. It comes with a lot of different adapters and if its in the same size as the nikon or cannon cameras, yes it will fit.

MISTY M Yes! It fits perfectly, that is the camera that I use with this case. The case comes with a lot of sizers/adjustment options. It works wonderfully with the finepix j20.

Shopper Is there a list of cameras this will work with?

Lisa N will it work with a Kodak C195

LeisurePro S Yes, a list of compatible cameras can be found here.

Comments from people who bought this product:

DINA D Because it's customizable to fit inexpensive cameras that you don't want to spend $1000 on a housing for, and not wildly expensive. For that price, I could definitely use it with another camera if the need arises. And, it works great with my Fujifilm F470.

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BonicaSeashell SS-1 Waterproof Camera Housing

4.8

(based on 5 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Easy to use (5)
Good depth range (5)
Functional (4)
Weather proof (4)

Cons

Best Uses

Diving (4)
Snorkeling (3)

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Reviewed by 5 customers

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1/3/2013

5.0

Easy to set-up and configure

By PADI PRO ASH

from Philadelphia Pa

About Me Semi-pro Photographer

Pros

Easy To Configure For Mos
Easy To Use
Functional
Good Depth Range
Water-tight Seals

Cons

None

Best Uses

Diving

Comments about Bonica Seashell SS-1 Waterproof Camera Housing:

Bought this after looking at many other brands, other brands had lots of buttons which I'll never use underwater, I use a Nikon Coolpix L26 14mp camera, I only select video or stills and select the night setting. Use of a video light only enhances any cameras ability to capture color at depth. I use a frame around the housing to make it more stable. I totally Love this Housing and have had it to a depth of 99'. I am a PADI Instructor so I use it often to capture Images for myself and other divers.

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6/28/2012

4.0

simple but good

By jimber

from oakridge tn

About Me Casual Photographer

Pros

Easy To Use
Good Depth Range

Cons

Best Uses

Diving
Snorkeling

Comments about Bonica Seashell SS-1 Waterproof Camera Housing:

After I made sure that I applied an ample amount of grease to the cover seal the case worked great. The down side is that theres only two buttons. My next purchase will be an underwater camera and not a case!

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4/17/2012

5.0

Works Perfectly!

By Dunazee

from Charlote, NC

About Me Casual Photographer

Pros

Easy To Use
Functional
Good Depth Range
Water-tight Seals

Cons

Best Uses

Diving
Lake
Snorkeling
Swimming Pool

Comments about Bonica Seashell SS-1 Waterproof Camera Housing:

There's a downloadable PDF of compatible cameras on the Bonica web site. The rules don't allow me to post the URL, sorry.

I really like mine. My only negative is that there's a reflection of my camera on the inside which shows up on all my pictures. HOWEVER, it's not like it's art photography or anything, just for fun. And, if I noodle around with it some, reposition the camera within the housing, I might be able to get it to go away.

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11/3/2011

(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Exactly what it says

By Saintsreturn

from Destin Fl

About Me Photo Enthusiast

Pros

Easy To Use
Functional
Good Depth Range
Water-tight Seals

Cons

Loves to float
Size

Best Uses

Lake
Snorkeling
Swimming Pool

Comments about Bonica Seashell SS-1 Waterproof Camera Housing:

I have used this on a dive twice now. It works great at shallow depths. Fits all kinds of cameras.

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9/28/2011

5.0

Nice Case

By dp2ski

from Bend, Oregon

About Me Photo Enthusiast

Pros

Easy To Use
Functional
Good Depth Range
Water-tight Seals

Cons

Best Uses

Diving

Comments about Bonica Seashell SS-1 Waterproof Camera Housing:

Works very well, and will work with many diffrent camera's

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