[QUOTE=thillskier Hoping for some better solutions re camera as I'm unable to buy one at this time, it seems, if $4-500.
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thillskier, I use a P&S Canon Powershot D10 like this one for motorcycling. Waterproof, 12mp, easy to operate and fits in pocket. Takes good enough pics and vids for my travels. I get them used on ebay and if I break it or it falls off at highway speeds ,oh well. They had a problem with leakage when snorkeling with them down to 16". So they no longer make them. The simple fix is to open the side door that you put the accessary cables into and fill it with silicone ,shut the door and never open it again. The bottom door for the card and battery doesn't leak so works for me. I just take card in and out to load on computer or to remove battery to recharge. Like they say ,any camera is better then no camera. I use to lug a setup with lenses and body around also but I just don't want to lug all that around any more. Need the space for tent , undies ,etc.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Canon-PowerS...item259f5f7e0c