I had used in diving and from 5m he started to zoom in and he passed away 1m below. I bought a car it is not a diving instrument and it makes very good photos, the burst mode is fine for loons and fast action (4 photos per second or less), it has a Proper flash, good grip and is easy to use. I suggest adding to the strap a "trick" plastic found on the coat hoods ropes in order to tighten the wrist and be free to move.