For anyone longing to dive into the deep blue waters, underwater photography gives a fluttering peek of the wonders that the marine life enfolds within. The cameras that are designed for underwater photography capture the ocean's hard-to-measure splendor with finesse, ensuring proper lights and visibility, and the best part is... they don't get wet or destroyed! The wonders of the oceans, the blue waters, the movement of sea creatures, and the hue that the sun creates all around you, while you're deep under... underwater photography fascinates me; there's nothing as beautiful as capturing the world that dwells in here. The selection of an underwater camera hugely depends on how well can you tell a story, and show the abundance of colors existing deep under. If you're convinced that you can convey a mood, and have the knack of telling a tale through your pictures, let's go buy a terrific underwater camera for you, and help you understand exactly what is it that makes a camera worth the price. Sneak a look at the following segments which unveil the costs of the best of the lot. Buying an Underwater Camera There are a number of factors one needs to take care of when buying an underwater camera. To start with, the quality of a camera determines how long would it be able to perform well under water without getting damaged. While we're living in an era where increasing price equals better quality, usually, cameras that are towards the higher end are often superior in quality, and deliver greater resolution. Moreover, the screen of a camera, if it's LCD, can help you take bright photos without spending a lot of time underwater. Usually, the surroundings are dark in the deep, and it is extremely important to have a bright screen camera in order to have an idea of what's going on in the dark. Last but not the least, it's the brand name that one is loyal to, and can trust enough to spend dollars on. Olympus, Canon, Nikon, Panasonic, Fujifilm, and Sony are some of the biggest brands in the world to have produced a successful range of underwater cameras for people with varied budgets. When all these factors are taken into consideration, it becomes all the more easy to settle on the best buy. What follows below is a segment that compares the best waterproof digital cameras from various brands, and figures out why are the cameras the price they are. Take a look. Best Underwater Cameras: Comparable Prices

Camera	Price	Special Features
Canon PowerShot D10 12.1 MP	$299	Waterproof up to 33 feet Cold Resistant from 14 - 104 degrees (F) Shockproof up to 4 feet Motion Detection Technology
Olympus Stylus Tough-8000 12 MP	$379	Waterproof up to 33 feet Freezeproof up to 14 degrees (F) Shockproof up to 6.6 feet Crushproof up to 220lbf, 100kgf
Pentax Optio W90 12.1 MP	$299	Waterproof up to 20 feet Freezeproof up to 14 degrees (F) Shockproof up to 4 feet Best Design
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 12 MP	$348	Waterproof up to 40 feet Freezeproof up to 14 degrees (F) Shockproof up to 6.6 feet Dustproof and heatproof
Fujifilm Finepix Z33WP 10 MP	$149	Waterproof up to 10 feet Great Poolside Camera Point and Shoot Ultra-Compact

It's evident from the above comparison that the ones with a high retail price have more device safety to be delivered in comparison to the ones with a low price tag attached. Of course that doesn't negate the fact that they're all waterproof. They're stupendous underwater digital cameras, and a few of the finest of the lot. However, the ones with a high price are much more reliable than the others. That brings us to conclude the cost of sophisticated underwater cameras which clearly lies between $150 - $400 approximately. While this is the price range of a decent piece for a beginner, the price range of professional underwater devices goes well above $1000! If you're a newbie to the world of photography, the above discussed cameras are the best bet for you.