Anyone have an underwater webcam?

[fishguy306]

Like the title says, anyone have an underwater webcam? Or know of any? I'm setting up a pond that doesn't have a viewing window, I'd like to put a cam in it so I can watch the tank at any time. I've seen Go Pros that are waterproof, but they just record as far as I know. It is possible to install an enclosure for one, but I'd prefer an outright waterproof cam.

Any thoughts?

 

[Gates72ss]

cool idea and with the technology available im sure it could be done ...

 

[fishguy306]

Sadly there are not many options. I found this guy-

http://www.eyeofmineactioncameras.com/USB_HD_Underwater_Live_Video_Camera_slow_motion_p/uwusbc.htm

However it requires a computer running 24/7 to be able to stream it. I suppose that is an option but I don't feel it is a very good one.

 

[Gates72ss]

maybe build a box and use a security style camera system that can stream to your computer, phone etc via wifi , that be pretty neat to watch from your phone while not home to make sure everybody happy and healthy .. they also have zooming cams , tilt etc ...

 

[fishguy306]

I have considered that, however I've never worked with acrylic before and I'm not sure how good of a job I would do. I have ethernet in the room where the pond is going in, so I don't even need to worry about wifi, but I'm not sure how I feel about that option. The risk of a $100+ cam being ruined should my box leaks sucks a bit.

Edit- Forgot to mention, but yeah I do want to be able to watch away from the house. Mostly while I'm at work lol

 

[Gates72ss]

Im sure you could build a decent water proof box using a lexan or glass window fairly easy ..

I found this video online , i knows it probably not exactly what your looking for but every lil idea helps ...

 

[fishguy306]

That is neat, I'll have to watch that when I'm off work. I've seen a few DIY underwater housing plans. I'm considering it, problem is getting the signal above the water.

 

[Gates72ss]

also found these water proof led camera systems , look pretty neat ...
http://wildlifegadgetman.com/product/pond-camera-system-with-infrared-leds-wired/#iLightbox[product-gallery]/0

 

[fishguy306]

I've seen a few like that around, mostly for fishing. The problem is they are designed to connect to the RCA port on a TV. I'm not sure how I'd go about streaming that

 

[Gates72ss]

I've seen a few like that around, mostly for fishing. The problem is they are designed to connect to the RCA port on a TV. I'm not sure how I'd go about streaming that

you could use this . https://www.amazon.com/Eastvita-DC60-Capture-Adapter-Software/dp/B00W1KX2SO

then use a program like team viewer which would allow you to see things on your home computer from your phone ?? just brainstorming here ..in theory it would work ..