Sealife DC1400 14 Megapixel Underwater Camera and HD Video Pro Set with Digital Pro Flash

Customer Reviews for Sealife DC1400 14 Megapixel Underwater Camera and HD Video Pro Set with Digital Pro Flash:



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Average Customer Review: based on 10 reviews.

Rating: Great Camera
Reviewer: Jon R.,
I purchased this camera to be a good multi-purpose for diving and snorkeling. I cannot be any more pleased with the results. The quality of the pictures during my snorkeling and diving totally surpassed all my expectations. The HD video quality also surpassed my expectations. I really liked the quick start-up when turning on the camera as well as all the different pre-set settings for different diving and snorkeling situations. The large buttons were easy to use. However, this camera also takes great pictures out of water. On my recent trip, one of my favorite pictures was with this camera when I was snorkeling at dusk. I then popped up out of the water to take a picture of the sunset. I didnt even take the camera out of its case and the picture was AWESOME. I highly recommend this camera for anyone who wants a GREAT all purpose water camera.

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46 out of 84 people found this review helpful.

Rating: Sealife Underwater Camera
Reviewer: James Millman,
Beautiful camera, easy to use on land, and it doestakes good pics underwater. HOWEVER, I do find it difficult to see what I was taking a picture of underwater in the display screen at snorkeling depths. Way too much reflective light from above. I would like to find some type of shading screen to assist in darkening the screen which I hope would deflect the light off of it. Bulky with the flash attachment as well.

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51 out of 97 people found this review helpful.

Rating: Good camera, bad flash
Reviewer: Michael Zenkl,
This is a simple point-and-shoot camera which has some preprogrammed underwater modes which are easy to access, the camera is fast and has good resolution. But in auto mode, the flash is way too "hot". We fixed that in Cozumel first by using the manual flash mode, but even then, the flash is too concentrated at the center, and then by taping a white plastic bag in front of the flash, that improved the pictures a lot but I feel that Sealife should not have you do that. I am buying a Housing for my Sony Nex-7 with an INON flash now, the Sealife is an entry level product but not really worth the expense...

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44 out of 90 people found this review helpful.

Rating: Great Camera
Reviewer: HENRY L.,  - View all my reviews
This Underwater set up is one of the best non SLR cameras Ive used. It takes a few shots to calibrate the flash. For snorkeling, it should be set at one of the lower settings. The pictures are outstanding.

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76 out of 149 people found this review helpful.

Rating: DC1400 with flash
Reviewer: Tammy C.,
I bought this as an upgrade to the DC1200 before my dive trip to Grand Cayman. It was very easy to get used to its functions. I upgraded because when I had the DC1200 for a trip I was not happy with the results without a flash. The flash powers up well. Both the flash and the camera batteries lasted 3 40-50 minute dives without needing to be changed. The arm for the flash was flexible and easily able to adjust while diving. I still am learning technique and how to best position the lighting but the pictures that were with flash had good color even to the deeper depths. The HD video also worked well and in shallower waters held the color. I will definately need to get a video light before my next trip though for better video colors at depth. The one thing I was unhappy with but it may just be me needing to play with it more is close up shots. They were very blurry. I played with it at home too and was not able to get clear close up shots. I see also that the wide angle lens is not available yet. Not sure if a close up lens will be coming out but that would be a nice addition. Overall I was happy with the ease of use, the flash and battery life. Definately a good idea to have extra rechargeable batteries available though.

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59 out of 116 people found this review helpful.

Rating: This camera was highly recommended
Reviewer: Elizabeth A.,  - View all my reviews
our second underwater camera - already been out and not quite as simple as point and shoot - but close and some of the pictures turned out great! Like the attached flash. Now Im thinking of a red lens.

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79 out of 164 people found this review helpful.

Rating: Fantastic!
Reviewer: Robert G.,
Have been using the camera while diving on Bonaire the last 2 weeks. It has performed beautifully on land and in the water. It is intuitive and takes excellent macro pictures. The menu features allow for easy set up of any scene. Overall, one of my best purchases ever!

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70 out of 143 people found this review helpful.

Rating: Sea life1400
Reviewer: Murray P.,  - View all my reviews
Finally great pictures, this camera is so easy to use and with grey results, Im finally getting pics with colour other than green. I love it!

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3 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

Rating: Sealife DC1400
Reviewer: DANIEL G.,  - View all my reviews
Great all around camera. Very user-friendly. Buttons/controls smartly designed. Excellent combination of features and quality for the money.

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12 out of 25 people found this review helpful.

Rating: Incredible Camera-Worth the Price!
Reviewer: Shari R.,
Very nice camera that is easy to use. Takes incredible pictures. Love it.

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36 out of 70 people found this review helpful.

Allison:

I am interested in the "Pro" set...on the other websites I have been comparison shopping on, the set includes a flash diffuser-I dont see that in the listing here-could you confirm if it is included in this set? Thanks!

Bob (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com) :

According to the manufacturer the Flash Diffuser is part of the Pro Kit.

Neal:

Can I buy the sealife 1400 camera from you and use the housing and other accessories included with the 1200?

Darrick (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com) :

Hello Neal, all of the accessories will work between the DC 1400 and DC 1200 except the housing the housing for the DC1400 will not work for the 1200. If you would like to place an order or have any other questions please feel free to give us a call at 1.800.347.2822.

Colleen:

Bill, does that include the underwater flash?

Bill (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com) :

This set comes with the Pro Flash.

douglaslroberts:

Is the "free" battery in addition to the one that normally comes with the camera?

Bill (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com) :

This is the battery included from the manufacture in the kit.