Canon WP-DC 17

14 reviews

Jun, 2013

Positive
Value for money (8)
Portability (2)
Battery (2)
Storage (1)
Connectivity (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 14 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviews about the connectivity and usability are generally positive. The portability and battery are also mentioned favorably, but opinions about the water proof and memory are mixed.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Canon WP-DC 17 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review by: dblevitan (pcworld.com)

Canon WP-DC17 Underwater Housing

This underwater enclosure is great in that it allows full use of the camera. But the controls aren't amazingly well done and aren't the easiest to use. They're somewhat small and you need to know what each one does by memory as you won't be able to see...

Gives you the ability to use all functions of camera, not too bulky

The controls aren't done amazingly well and you need to know them by touch. The price is also high

Jan, 2010

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Amazon review summary for the Canon WP-DC 17

alaTest has collected and analyzed 5 user reviews of the Canon WP-DC 17 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com.

battery, value for money, connectivity, storage

100% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Jun, 2013

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Consumer review by: J. Townsend (amazon.com)

A great bundle

I remember when I was looking for underwater cameras to take on a long Pacific Rim trip. Based on reviews, purchasing a non-underwater camera and a underwater case was the best option. When comparing prices, it turned out that this bundle was about...

Jan, 2010

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Consumer review by: Leonard Chia (amazon.com)

Everything and more

This pack is really valued for money and has everything you'll ever need for your Digital IXUS. I bought this solely for the underwater case and it really was a great purchase. The spare battery was also very handy. I was quite surprise by the quality...

Jun, 2009

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Consumer review by: Melissa K. Larson (amazon.com)

Great!!!!!!

What a bargain. Extremely pleased with whole package. Watertight case is amazing. Didn't realize that sound still records even in case. Took video going down waterslide on cruiseship. Pretty entertaining!!!!

Nov, 2008

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Consumer review by: dblevitan (pricegrabber.com)

Works well but a bit clunky

Gives you the ability to use all functions of camera, not too bulky

The controls aren't done amazingly well and you need to know them by touch. The price is also high

Aug, 2008

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Consumer review by: brassa (bestbuy.com)

very good

"This is a great unit at a great price. It will do all you need from a digital camera and i found it to be user friendly."

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Jul, 2008

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Consumer review by: Muanis (amazon.com)

It works perfectly

Just a remark that this item works perfectly, I've used it in some small depth waters, next to the beach and the pictures are perfect.

Mar, 2008

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Consumer review by: Alexis Price (amazon.com)

perfect gift

once you buy the casio 870 IS digital camera which is the best point and shoot camera on the market for its price, this kit has everything you need. both tripods are perfect for shooting on the go and in house pictures. the underwater case is awesome...

Dec, 2007

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Amazon review summary for the Canon WP-DC 17

alaTest has collected and analysed 3 user reviews of the Canon WP-DC 17 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk.

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100% of reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Jun, 2013