Reddit reviews Panasonic DMC-TS6D LUMIX WiFi Enabled Tough Adventure Camera (Orange)
We found 3 Reddit comments about Panasonic DMC-TS6D LUMIX WiFi Enabled Tough Adventure Camera (Orange). Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.
Adventure-ready, rugged body -- waterproof, dustproof, shock and freeze-proofBuilt-in Wi-Fi links to a smartphone for remote control and on-the-spot mobile sharingRecords super-clear stills and Full HD 1080p video in and out of water
The high end (larger sensor) is the Nikon 1-AW1:
http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/nikon1/nikon-1-aw1.html
Personally, though, I like the Panasonic TS series. The TS6 is just about US$300
Huh, I have over 10,000 shots on my K-30 and haven't had any problems. For future reference, Pentax cameras come with a one year warranty and you can extend it to 3 years with a free sensor cleaning for something like $25. I bought it and tucked it away in the box.
Hopefully it gets fixed. Sorry you missed out on those Easter photos. It's a good idea to have a cheap point and shoot as a back up. I picked up a ruggedized Canon D20. I use it for risky situations like the pool, ocean, and very humid or muddy climates. It is a decent little camera and this type can be had on sale for less than $200. Here is a Panasonic that won't break the bank. http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-DMC-TS6D-Enabled-Adventure-Camera/dp/B00RBG61G8?psc=1&SubscriptionId=AKIAJM4NKIQGABP2PIRA&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B00RBG61G8&tag=thewire06-20&ascsubtag=WC23436
The Pentax Optio is also a good option, but when it comes to point and shoot, I don't have very much brand loyalty.
The real question is whether or not your money would be better spent on a Go Pro instead of a point and shoot depending on just how adventurous you are!
No need to totally strip the paint, but sand\soda\bead blasting is your friend on a lot of that. If the base is adhered to the metal and there is no rust, you can get away with a good thorough scuff and going over the top. But as he said the quality is directly tied to how deep you go \ how close to bare metal you get.
To go with his pictures comment - I would seriously suggest buying a "tough" digital camera for the garage. I have a waterproof \ shockproof camera that is dedicated to my garage projects. It can be dropped 10-12 ft onto concrete with no problem, or submersed in water to 33 feet (or at least enough to clean it in the sink between projects). I was also sure to get one that had a good macro on it so that I can take pics of very small parts as well. If its a project you're doing yourself, and you're taking something apart for the first time, and it may be weeks or months or longer before you put something back - having photos that show how something goes back together is invaluable.
I personally recommend the Panasonic Lumix series of tough cameras, which go about $200 in the US.