Canon Sure Shot WP-1 Weatherproof 35mm Camera

While it may lack some features, its picture quality is surprisingly good. If you are thinking that a waterproof disposable camera has the same advantages that I listed above (i.e., waterproof with worry-free portability), be advised there is a big difference in the quality of the prints. I've used both and you get much better pictures from this camera. It may not do everything that a fancier camera can do (zoom, macro, etc.), but what it can do it does exceptionally well. This camera has taken some of my favorite vacation snapshots and family pictures, if for no other reason than it was there with me when the picture opportunity presented itself while my "good" camera sat safely (and uselessly) packed away and protected.


Great Camera for the Great Outdoors!   November 7, 1999
19 out of 21 found this review helpful

This is a great camera for the outdoor enthusiast, especially if lugging around heavier equipment is not an option, where I canoe I have to carry the canoe downhill ... I have an SLR but it weighs me down, it makes too much noise and scares the moose away! I have canoed, kayacked, beached, and the camera has definitely gotten wet and survived - it is not however, an underwater camera! Aside from the obvious designation weatherproof vs. waterproof - an important distinction - a whole different setup is needed altogether for true underwater shoots. If you want to take nice pix without having to worry, about rain or splasing - this is it!


wonderful   November 12, 1999
16 out of 17 found this review helpful

I bought this camera for my wife to put in our Baby bag but I loved the performance so much I bought 6 of them 2 for a friend and his wife 1 for a crew member on the Sherman's Zwicker a 145 ft schooner and three as christmas presents. I have had great pictures I now use only Kodak 160& 400 VC & NC Film I can't tell you how pleased I am with this Camera, just buy one and try it for yourself


just got one, will let you know   October 31, 1999
14 out of 15 found this review helpful

I just got this camera. It is definetely unique and has high build quality- none of that monotonous black plastic in bulbulous shapes. Has big buttons and easy to hold grip bumps. It actually feels and look pretty cool. The waterproof A-1 is about double the price, but then how many people actually dive with cameras (and of those divers, how many actually would use cameras?). I plan to use it while fishing, kayaking (some dunking), rafting, and horseback riding on the beach (salty and sweaty). The camera is all self contained- no lense cap- a nice thing- can't lose it. The viewfinder is great because I use glasses. Canon doesn't get lots of recognition with its P&S (except for ELPH), but I think that they make good stuff. This one will have to prove me right (or wrong). I already have a drawerful of P&S so I should be able to make a decent comparison. Ssome people have said that it looks like a toy- all the better to have subjects look at it amusingly. As for now, it is unique, ugly/cute, a good hand holder, quiet, quirky little brick with a good, bright viewfinder.