Camera Bubble
An artificial air bubble that makes our cameras able to work underwater and in adverse weather! Makes you wonder, why aren't cameras being built directly i...
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An artificial air bubble that makes our cameras able to work underwater and in adverse weather! Makes you wonder, why aren't cameras being built directly into waterproof casings, doesn't it?
I was testing* the integrity of the casing before actually trusting the action camera with it.
Here's a simple way to quick-check it:
- Clean all sealing elements and surfaces thoroughly.
- Put some folded tissue inside so it touches all command buttons and sealed spots.
- Bring the casing to its rated depth plus 10-15%, and vigorously work all command buttons.
- Outside, wipe the camera case dry, then open it and inspect the tissue wad for wet spots.
- If there are none, you may use the camera within this casing to its rated depth - pressure. Never omit the cleaning of sealed areas before entering water!
I'd suggest everyone should do the same, because of certain "sometimes"...
* That's what I do... See more here: https:--pevly.com-waterproofing-key-underwater-photography-
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I was testing* the integrity of the casing before actually trusting the action camera with it.
Here's a simple way to quick-check it:
- Clean all sealing elements and surfaces thoroughly.
- Put some folded tissue inside so it touches all command buttons and sealed spots.
- Bring the casing to its rated depth plus 10-15%, and vigorously work all command buttons.
- Outside, wipe the camera case dry, then open it and inspect the tissue wad for wet spots.
- If there are none, you may use the camera within this casing to its rated depth - pressure. Never omit the cleaning of sealed areas before entering water!
I'd suggest everyone should do the same, because of certain "sometimes"...
* That's what I do... See more here: https:--pevly.com-waterproofing-key-underwater-photography-
Read less
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