This well-designed case allows you access to almost all the functions of the camera---zoom, video, auto and manual settings. The camera is able to take superb pictures even with overcast skies. We lubricate the gasket, as recommended, each time, and have had no leaks. The picture quality possible with a good camera like the powershot S80 and a waterproof case so far exceeds that of disposable underwater cameras (I usually manage one decent shot/camera) that there is no comparison. Since you can take as many photos and videos as you want, and see them immediately on the monitor, you know whether you got the shot you wanted. We took some neat photos half above the water and half below. A flash diffuser spreads light from the flash, so that you get even light when you shoot that lobster hiding under the rock.

As usual Canon has produced a quality product matched perfectly to a great camera. I have had this camera down to 100 ft. without a problem. I think this camera/case combo is one of the best you will find without spending over $1000 bucks and many much more expensive units can't match it's performance.

My only complaint is that the multi funtion wheel on the back of the camera is not accessable when in the case so you cannot use most of the manual funtions that require use of the wheel. Like manual focus and adjusting the flash, exposure comp. and white balance. This is a major consideration for the prosummers out there.

The enclosure has a solid feel to it. I dove with it three times with no problem at all. It would be nice if the weight does not cost extra.
The only compliant I have is that the enclosure is a tight fit, so it is very difficult to fit a desiccant into the enclosure.

I've used the camera for snorkerling, and as protection down the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon last summer. It's one of those purchases that I really feel gives me my money's worth; I would buy it again in a heartbeat. The case is very durable, and fits neatly in a standard pelican case. Unfortunately, the camera's wheel control cannot be manipulated while inside the case. This problem with the wheel control is minimal, and can generally be avoided with a little planning. The wheel control is the only reason I don't give this case 5 stars.

Compact, sturdy, well engineered. Easy-to-manipulate controls. Thoughtful flash diffuser. Beefy silicon o-ring should last a long time. External mount will come in handy for tripod usage. Love the $150 price and free shipping with Amazon.

I have used this case for my S80 on multiple dive trips and I am impressed not only that you have virtually every control function available but also the picture quality that you get. I was a little worried at first with one of my dives that was supposedly right at the cases's rating of 130'. I actually logged the dive at 146' and the case held up fine. I knew I took a risk though. Just make sure you clean the o-ring every so often, re-lube it and soak the case in some fresh water once you return from your dive trip and you have a long lasting underwater housing. Looking forward to many more dives. The weights are extra, but very useful so your camera won't float up and stays more steady. Just make sure you strap it down to your BC and not loose it if you use the weights :)

A wonderful and affordable housing to take your camera places you normally can't! I took my Canon S80 down to 110 feet and got wonderful photos! My only advice to scuba divers is to buy an external strobe and bracket. The flash on a point-and-shoot camera is not powerful enough to give you the colorful photos you really want.

The housing worked great. Took it to 80ft scuba diving and with the flash on the colors came out ok. No leaks and access to all functions a plus.

I bought the underwater case and the first time I took it with me for snorkeling I noticed some tiny cracks in the case afterwards. The camera wasn't lying in direct sun exposure nor was the water particularly cold. I had a disposable underwater camera with me as I wanted to make sure that if I don't get the digital camera to work in my first time snorkeling I could take some picture. The disposable camera was perfectly fine after my snorkeling trip so I think I had some bad luck with the underwater case. Unfortunately there is no warranty on this product so I have to hope the cracks will stay as tiny as they are. Still I am not very impressed about the quality.

I bought this case to use for the first time diving in Hawaii. Its ease of use, durability and realiability allowed us to take pictures we would not have got any other way. Now our best underwater memories are also captured in photos!

I always wondered why these underwater cases were so expensive...until I got mine in the mail. It is much more hi-tech than I expected. All of the functionality of the camera is accessible through this underwater case, which is something I didn't expect. It's easy to use underwater and is so superior to using disposable underwater cameras. I got the camera case for a trip to Puerto Rico and I have to say that I saw more in my digital images than I did while I was actually snorkeling; unlike my mask, the camera housing never fogged up. I wish I would have gotten this when I first got the camera.