Hallo fellow divers,
After about 2 years of use Canon S40 with original Canon underwater housing I think now is the time to change and step up to semi-pro equipment. I list you what I have in mind (camera, lenses, housing, domes and strobe kit) and as a totally new user I would appreciate any input of yours. I have to mention that lenses were chosen by non diver professional photographer, but I’ll be using this camera under the water too. There is rebate going on Digital rebel XT now so I thing that will be a good starting boost and use that $100 on housing etc. So here we go:
Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT (a.k.a. 350D) 8.0 Megapixel, SLR, Digital Camera Body (Black)
Price $ 679.95
Mail-In Rebate: $ 100.00
Price After Rebate: $ 579.95
SIGMA Zoom Super Wide Angle 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM Autofocus Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
Price $ 499.00
Canon Zoom Super Wide Angle EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Autofocus Lens for Select Digital SLR Cameras
Price $ 509.95
Ikelite #6871.35 eTTL2 Underwater Housing for Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT - Rated up to 200'
Price $ 1,234.95
Ikelite 8" Dome Port Kit for Wide Angle Zoom lenses 5510.81
Price $ 379.95
Ikelite Dome Port for Canon 17-85mm EF lens 5503.90
Price $ 175.95
Ikelite SubStrobe DS-125 Digital Package with TTL Sync Cord and Deluxe Ball Socket Strobe Arm - Rated up to 300' 3944.75
Price $ 819.95
Also do you please know about some company (except B+H; which I heard only the best about) that can give me deal on this setup if I buy the whole thing from them?
Thank you for your input
Michael
