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Kodak Pixpro WP2 waterproof camera released

Started Dec 10, 2019 | Discussions
Sactojim Veteran Member • Posts: 9,105
Kodak Pixpro WP2 waterproof camera released
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I posted my experiences with this new waterproof camera over on the Kodak forum with photos attached too. Awesome little camera and very affordable at $149.! Comments welcome.

https://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/63406038

https://www.flickr.com/photos/125889350@N03

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primozp Contributing Member • Posts: 818
Re: Kodak Pixpro WP2 waterproof camera released

Kodak Pixpro WPZ2 not WP2.

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OP Sactojim Veteran Member • Posts: 9,105
Re: Kodak Pixpro WP2 waterproof camera released

primozp wrote:

Kodak Pixpro WPZ2 not WP2.

Geeze, I need coffee. Thank you for the correction.

Happy JPEGer Contributing Member • Posts: 896
Re: Kodak Pixpro WP2 waterproof camera released

When is it released in Europe? Does anyone know?

I'm ready to order the Olympus TG-6 but I much prefer this one. I leave for a holiday in 3 weeks and haven't been able to find out when exactly it's available in Europe.

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santamonica812 Contributing Member • Posts: 991
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Because you solicited comments...

I'm not totally sure I see the point of posting about a new waterproof camera, along with images, when not a single image is, well, underwater, encountering water, etc..  I mean, sure; it's fine to post photos that show the camera's general quality, I guess.  But it's a little like posting about a lens that's advertised to be the best portrait lens ever . . . and then posting nothing but landscape images taken with that lens.

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wolfie Veteran Member • Posts: 3,955
Re: Kodak Pixpro WP2 waterproof camera released

Sactojim wrote:

I posted my experiences with this new waterproof camera over on the Kodak forum with photos attached too. Awesome little camera and very affordable at $149.! Comments welcome.

https://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/63406038

https://www.flickr.com/photos/125889350@N03

Hmm, great price point but those images posted are just mush at 100% and look like seriously over processed- much worse than a Olympus TG-4 and that was not a stellar performer for image quality. Even an Apple iPhone 7 does better. Check the sample pictures on this site.

This is typical of camera makers since going digital - if they make something waterproof then they sacrifice image quality or sell for excessive prices.

Frankly I'd spend the money on a camera housing for a good existing camera.

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OP Sactojim Veteran Member • Posts: 9,105
Re: Kodak Pixpro WP2 waterproof camera released

wolfie wrote:

Sactojim wrote:

I posted my experiences with this new waterproof camera over on the Kodak forum with photos attached too. Awesome little camera and very affordable at $149.! Comments welcome.

https://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/63406038

https://www.flickr.com/photos/125889350@N03

Hmm, great price point but those images posted are just mush at 100% and look like seriously over processed- much worse than a Olympus TG-4 and that was not a stellar performer for image quality. Even an Apple iPhone 7 does better. Check the sample pictures on this site.

This is typical of camera makers since going digital - if they make something waterproof then they sacrifice image quality or sell for excessive prices.

Frankly I'd spend the money on a camera housing for a good existing camera.

Any small sensor image viewed at 100% is a compromise. Since you appear to be a pixel peeker, then this camera is not for you. Agree about housings being optimal, but there are certainly trade offs for that setup too. Regarding the iPhone 7: like many smartphones, they can capture a good looking image, but if you pixel peek, you will also see some degradation in IQ. I know the 7 is water resistant, but not water proof so a housing is needed. I print large on my Canon Pro 100 and these small sensor cameras kick out a fine looking print even out to the Canon's max size of 13x19.  Underwater photos coming soon.

RetCapt Contributing Member • Posts: 712
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I agree with your comments regarding image quality from small sensor cameras.   I too have a Canon Pixma Pro 100 printer.    I normally only go to 11X14" from my small sensor cameras due to wall space limitations.   But, at that degree of enlargement I get outstanding results from my small sensor cameras.    Of course I do my part.  I make sure I have enough light for the photograph I am going to make.    Sometimes dark areas can remain dark or in silhouette, so I don't have an issue with noise.   I try to get it as right as possible in the camera, a habit from my film days, and bracket to make sure I cover all my options.   Then I post process in PSE, never just SOOC.   I do everything possible to make the print on the wall is the best it can be.

I have my 11X14" small sensor prints hanging next to prints from my APS-C system and they are indistinguishable even looking as close as normal vision will allow.    I consider pixel-peeking pointless as it does not accurately reflect the reality of looking at the print in its entirety, and not my intent in any photograph I have ever taken.

Finally, after several years of having the Pixma Pro 100 (my old printer, very old, did not go over 8X10") I decided to do a 13X19" print from a small sensor.   I had a spot in my garage/shop/gym/man cave and a specific automotive-related print in mind, so I gave it a shot.   I was (am) amazed.   It did not lose anything from its prior 11X14" iteration.

If one reads these fora, one reads a fairly steady stream of negative comments about the ultimate image quality that small sensor cameras can yield.     Those comments contradict my (and apparently yours plus a few others)) results.    I am left to ponder the skill levels of those critics given the easily demonstrable results of such cameras, provided the photographer does his/her part.

Your attached images on your initial post are excellent, and do demonstrate what the camera can do.   I use my 'tough' cameras in a variety of adverse environmental conditions, so the above-water performance is critical to my use of any such camera.

photoholiko Veteran Member • Posts: 3,763
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I'm glad you posted these photos because I just ordered one, should arrive on the 5th.

I don't anticipate going under water much, I'm guarantied to have my granddaughters provide me with some, and of course winter conditions will give some opportunities. For $140 why not have some fun.

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