Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/01/20
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Darrell, I travel and enjoy underwater photography with a Nikonos V, 15 mm lens and underwater flash. The problem in traveling with that equipment is that it must remain dry and protected from falling weight belts, tanks and even airline baggage handlers. The Pelican series contains many cases that can be used for travel and on the dive boat. Never jump in the water with your underwater camera. Have someone hand it down to you once you are on the water surface with your bouancy vest inflated and mask in place. The jolt of jumping into the water can force water in between the lens and body causing the camera to "flood." Once you submerge, the external water pressure pushes the lens against the camera body and the O ring seal actually becomes more effective. Remember when traveling by air that you release the air pressure relief valve after the plane lands. Many a time the increased pressure squeezes the Pelican case so much that you can't open it. The relief valave lets the external and internal air pressure equalize so you can open the case. Good luck with your diving. Richard Clompus, OD West Chester, PA, USA