Note: this camera was first sold in
Nov 2005.
There may be newer versions available.
Sea Life DC500
HQ Grade: D+
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
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- 3 out of 5
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This camera is ranked
- 11th of 11 in All-Weather (#1 is Canon D10)
- 59th of 71 in Over $600 (#1 is Canon 500D)
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| Shop for SeaLife DC500 accessories. | ||
| Amazon | $678.19 |
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| Amazon Marketplace | $649.99 |
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| Ace Digital Club | $795.00 |
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Editors' Comments
The allegedly innovative Sea Life DC500 is a lightweight underwater camera good to depths of 200ft. Time Magazine has named the Sea Life DC500 one of its "most innovative inventions of 2005," but we can't see what all the fuss is about. While the DC500 has reduced the bulkiness and awkwardness of traditional underwater cameras, it doesn't seem like... read more
Specifications
- 5 megapixels
- 3x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
- autofocus
- 2 inch LCD
- proprietary lithium battery
- "shark" mode
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Answered Questions for the DC500
- Q: Anyone know where to get a replacement camera? I found the housing at a pawn shop, but no camera!
- A: My recommendation would be to go to the SeaLife website and see if there's a list of compatible cameras. Absent... read more
- Q: Why aren't both of my flashes firing simultaneously?
- A: Well I think by painting over the sensor to ensure that the internal flash will pop everytime might be an... read more
- Q: is there a replacement battery for this camera other than a sealife battery?
- A: Yes, I would expect so because camera makers don't usually manufacture batteries.Take a look at these sites for your needs:http://www.scubatoys.com/store/detail.asp?product_id=sl15134http://www.amazon.com/Sealife-Lithium-Battery-Reefmaster-Digital/dp/B000FKEG9QFor... read more
Store Ratings and Offer Details for the SeaLife DC500
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1588 Store Reviews |
Amazon
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$678.19 |
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136 Store Reviews |
Amazon Marketplace
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$649.99 |
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20793 Store Reviews |
Ace Digital Club
via Amazon.com |
$795.00 |
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