Is this a good one or is there a better choice in a similar price range? Do I need the light kit or does it work well without? Any other items or accessories that should be purchased for best results? Thanks, deedee

Deedee, I would purchase the light kit with it. It will make all the difference in the world.

Patrick T. - Done... Now then, how do you like yours? are the results good? is it a keeper or should i hold off? how big or bulkie is it? and about those buttons... LOL... Thanks again, deedee

Deedee received mine about 2 month ago. I really do love it. I had a small problem with the camera and a SD card. I contacted them and shipped it to them to check it out before my Bonaire trip. They are sending me the new updated version. It is really small compared to my old video camera set up. The buttons are really easy to work and understand. Good luck you will love it.

Hmmmm, had to cancel order as light is unavailable until ??? so will wait until second generation housing is out. i hope you have a wonderful time in bonaire and thanks again. deedee

LOL, I really wanted it NOW too...

Shame on me, but i called Bonica again to try begging. IT WORKED!!! Someone fessed up to having one stached in their office and they are shipping it out tomorrow. What Sweethearts! It sure does speak well of their customer service should you ever need it. I've looked for years and have been put off by cost, but mostly size. I can just picture myself doing a shore dive with a 20+lb setup, NOT. Anyway, thanks for the input and I wish you many happy dives deedee

Deedee, I think you will really like this set up. More in likely you will see in about 2 weeks how well it works on Bonaire because that where the pictures will be coming from that I will be posting.

oh, didn't even think of begging you for some. (giggles) but thank you for saving me, because sure enough that was coming next... your the man patrick!