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| Sony SPK-HCD Waterproof Sports Pack for underwater use with DCR-SR220, 45, 55, 65 Camcorders | 
 enlarge | List Price: $249.99
Buy New: $159.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (based on 14 reviews)
Category: Photography
Publisher: Sony
Studio: Sony
Brand: Sony
Label: Sony
Color: White
Media: Electronics
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 8.7 x 5.3 x 1.8
MPN: SPK-HCD
Model: SPK-HCD
UPC: 027242728806
EAN: 0027242728806
ASIN: B0012G990I
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Usable Depth: Up to 17ft(5m) | | • | Records audio via built-in stereo microphone | | • | Compatible with nearly all 06-08 Handycam Camcorders |
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Product Description
PRODUCT FEATURES:Provides water resistance down to depth of 5 metersCompatible with wide range of Handycam modelsAllows full control of main camera features: power on/off, mode select (movies, still images, video playback), REC start/stop, photo recording, variable speed zoomShoulder strap included
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| Customer Reviews: Read 9 more reviews...
 very frustrating January 3, 2009
Used this with my HDR-SR11. It definitely keeps the camera dry -- no sign of leakage whatsoever. It worked well on my first trial in a heated pool. Sound quality underwater would be great except that it is punctuated by frequent clicking sounds, which are super annoying and wreak havoc on the volume auto-gain circuit. The clicking sound doesn't happen when filming out of the water.
However, the worst problem is with the unit fogging up. On the boat or in Hanauma bay, the unit totally fogged up after a few minutes, which made any further shooting impossible. This is even with proper application of the anti-fogging solution and using a new desiccant packet.
So, you need to either load the camera into the underwater housing on a really low-humidity day, or plan to film only in very warm water or only for a few minutes.
The foldout underwater viewfinder works great at night, but is all but impossible to see during the day. I could only aim my shots by sighting along the barrel of the camera and avoiding fancy zooming.
The rear of the housing has more than ample room to accommodate an oversize battery. Sadly there is no way to add a wide-angle conversion lens in the front.
 Great product for snorkling or pool activities November 5, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I bought this for my Sony HD HDR-SR12. I went on vaca to Mexico and wanted it mostly for snorkeling. it worked great except for the minor fogging of the front interior of the sports pack. This was easily fixed with the use of the anti fog lubricant that it comes with. ( i forgot to apply before i used it the the 1st time) But besides that its awesome. Links up perfectly with my macbook and Imovie and Idvd.
the best of fun October 18, 2008
I was afraid at start to put the 1000$ camera under water, but it paid off.
Easy to use, great videos. only minos is that you can not play what you recorded while the camera is in the case. you can switch to play mode, but not play.
Awesome Product October 17, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I have used this on the water a couple of times and love it. I bought it to put in my whitewater kayak and film on the river and it has jumped around in that kayak and has barely any wear to show for it. Only thing I noticed is the piece that pops out so you can view what you are filming fogs easily. It comes with some defogging liquid that I need to add to it to see if that helps.
A must have for beach vacations!! October 2, 2008
We bought this item for our trip to Myrtle Beach, and could not be happier with it. It worked perfectly - my husband took the camera out into the ocean and even got some underwater video. From the ocean to building sandcastles on the beach, our camera stayed completely dry and sand free. It was a tad difficult at times to see the video camera's display screen because of the sun, but if you shielded it with your other hand, you could see it. This product helped us get some great video with our brand new video camera. I recommend it for anyone planning to take video near the water.
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