DC DXG308U 3MP Digital Camera with Underwater Housing

DC DXG308U 3MP Digital Camera with Underwater Housing
Manufacturer: DXG
Product Type: Photography

Editorial Review:
Product Description
The DXG-308U Digital Camera is for people who want to capture those amazing moments in life, whether they're at home, outdoors or under the waves. This compact, sturdy camera features a special underwater housing -- allowing you to take great-looking photos in up to 15 feet of water. 16MB internal memory Flash Modes - Auto, Off, Red Eye Reduction White Balance modes - Auto, Sunny, Self-Timer with 10 second delay Special underwater housing made from polycarbonate and non-corrosive stainless steel; Double-seal gasket and quick-latching blade USB 1.1 compatible & NTSC/PAL TV Out Stores directly to SD/MMC Card (supports up to 512MB card) Waterproof Depth - Up to 15 feet (5 meters) Powered by 5V USB or 2 AA batteries Requires PC running Windows XP/2000/Me/98SE & HDD with 10MB free Dimensions - 5.1 x 3.5 x 2.4 (130 x 90 x 60 mm) Weight - 0.77 lbs. (350g) with batteries Box includes - USB cable, TV Output cable, wrist strap, camera pouch, software, user manuals

Average customer rating:

Yecch!
Save your money
**DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA**
Very nice little camera
DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA

DC DXG308U 3MP Digital Camera with Underwater Housing

Manufacturer: DXG
ProductGroup: Photography
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Product Features:

Up to 6.6 megapixels
For use in up to five meters in depth
16 MB internal memory
Secure digital card slot
1.5 inch color LCD display

ASIN: B0002DUURS

Product Description

The DXG-308U Digital Camera is for people who want to capture those amazing moments in life, whether they're at home, outdoors or under the waves. This compact, sturdy camera features a special underwater housing -- allowing you to take great-looking photos in up to 15 feet of water. 16MB internal memory Flash Modes - Auto, Off, Red Eye Reduction White Balance modes - Auto, Sunny, Self-Timer with 10 second delay Special underwater housing made from polycarbonate and non-corrosive stainless steel; Double-seal gasket and quick-latching blade USB 1.1 compatible & NTSC/PAL TV Out Stores directly to SD/MMC Card (supports up to 512MB card) Waterproof Depth - Up to 15 feet (5 meters) Powered by 5V USB or 2 AA batteries Requires PC running Windows XP/2000/Me/98SE & HDD with 10MB free Dimensions - 5.1 x 3.5 x 2.4 (130 x 90 x 60 mm) Weight - 0.77 lbs. (350g) with batteries Box includes - USB cable, TV Output cable, wrist strap, camera pouch, software, user manuals

Customer Reviews:

Yecch!.......2006-07-16

My entire problem with this camera is how s-l-o-w it is. Yes, I understand a 3.2 megapixel cheapie isn't going to take the best of shots, but I tried this recently with a DXG 301V "camcorder" back to back. The 301V takes average quality shots, and is ready again in 2-3 seconds. The 308 takes 5-7 seconds, and requires the brightest possible light. Even on a sunny morning the "watch for shake" icon is on. Practically all my pictures have some blur or distortion in them; At first I thought there was something wrong with the lens, until I took several pictures with a blur line right down them. I realized this camera is scanning the image so slowly that it's taking a second or so after I press the button to record anything. The 308 honestly is acting like it has an ISO of 25 and is something from the 1980's.

I rate this camera two only because the underwater housing actually works, but I can't see what use it would be expect in a shallow pool in Arizona on a tripod. I went through two 301v's before I got one that worked, so mine's may be a lemon, but at this point I'll just save up for something better.

Save your money.......2006-07-12

I don't recommend this camera to anyone. It usually takes terrible pictures and it drinks up battery juice like cheap wiskey. The flash won't work when you need it to and its hard to see the view screen. The zoom is relatively decent; and when you can get it to work right, it can take some okay pictures and video clips, but no one should waste their money on the DXG-308. There are so many great cameras out there, so save up and buy one you'll love. I recomend Cannon or Nikon.

**DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA**.......2006-06-25

This is quite possibly THE WORSE purchase I have EVER made in my life! I bought the camera the day before my son's graduation. I read through the User Manual, which doesn't really tell you anything...and thought all was ok. I was wrong. When my son's name was called to go up on stage to get his award, I realized (in COMPLETE horror)that the "preview display window" was dark. I was not able to take one single picture of my son walking down the aisle, when he received the diploma...nothing! This camera ruined our day. I was not able to take pictures until the graduation was over! Seems like it only takes pics outside. When I went on the DXGUSA website to their FAQ section, it states the camera is really made to be used in "natural light". The 4 pictures that I did manage to get took all day to capture because it took the darn thing like 15 seconds to "load" between each picture. (Try telling 5 teens to stay still in the same position until the camera decides it's ready to shoot again!)I ended up buying a disposable camera for 4 dollars and the pictures (taken way after the graduation was over) were much better. Kids don't graduate everyday, we missed out on all of the memories we could have had...if only I did not purchase this CRAPPY camera. I am so disappointed! Please do yourselves a favor: STAY AWAY FROM THIS CAMERA.

**To the folks who gave this product a good review: Are we talking about the same camera here????**

Very nice little camera.......2006-02-18

I bought this camera to take with me when I kayak. I haven't been able to take it in the ocean yet, but I tested it in the pool, and it had no problems.I have only taken about 100 pictures with it so far with mixed results.I should first say that I am happy with it. The pictures I took outdoors in good light came out very good.Using the high res settings they had good color, were clear, sharp, and had no distortion.The clips I took using the movie mode, in good light, were reasonable, (better than I expected.) The pictures i took indoors using the flash were not as good, but still about what I expected.I knew they were not going to be as sharp as my Nikon, but I didn't want to take my Nikon in the ocean. I have a specific purpose in mind for this camera, and I think it going to be just fine for that purpose. For the money I think it is a fine sports, waterfront camera. I did find that it was dificult to get the focus right in macro mode. You have a very short depth of field,(about two inches), so keep within that range. I did get some nice pictures of a bee though, (and most cameras in this price range don't have a macro at all). I was very glad I could find a digital camera that was waterproof in this price range, and based on my tests, and my needs, it is just fine.

DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA.......2006-01-15

I bought this camera for my daughter for Christmas, what a mistake that was, the flash overexposed every picture and the manual controls were not user friendly, invest in a better camera for your money like the Vivitar 3785 or Canon A510 .

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