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Quick Overview
- Rugged amphibious design for land and sea
- Waterproof depth rating up to 45m (150ft)
- Wide-angle 32mm f/4.5 fixed-focus lens
- Built-in flash with low-exposure warning LED
- External YS-40A strobe compatibility (IR triggered)
- Dual ISO settings for 100 and 400 speed films
- Fixed 1/100s shutter speed for consistent exposure
- Easy-to-maintain single O-ring sealing system
- Automatic film advance and motorized rewind
- Powered by two standard 1.5V AA alkaline batteries
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Product Description
The Sea & Sea Motor Marine 35 MX-10 is a purpose-built amphibious 35mm camera designed specifically for the rigors of recreational scuba diving and snorkeling. Released in the mid-1990s as a more accessible alternative to the professional Nikonos system, the MX-10 is depth-rated to 45 meters (150 feet). Its high-visibility yellow polycarbonate housing is engineered for durability and ease of use underwater, featuring oversized controls that can be operated while wearing thick neoprene diving gloves.
Technically, the camera is equipped with a fixed 32mm f/4.5 lens, providing a slightly wide-angle field of view that is ideal for underwater clarity where staying close to the subject is essential. It features an infrared optical signaling system (the "YS Data Link") that allows for wireless synchronization with external Sea & Sea strobes, such as the YS-10. The camera offers fixed shutter speeds (typically 1/100s) and a manual aperture dial with settings ranging from f/4.5 to f/22, indicated by intuitive weather and depth icons. It also includes an integrated motor drive for automatic film loading, winding, and rewinding, powered by two standard AA batteries.
The MX-10 remains a popular "beach and boat" camera because it functions perfectly both in and out of the water. Unlike many vintage underwater cameras, the MX-10 uses a standard 35mm film format and does not require complex O-ring maintenance for casual surface use, though regular lubrication of the main rear-door seal is vital for diving. Its rugged build and "point-and-shoot" simplicity make it a fantastic tool for capturing surf photography or lo-fi vacation shots with a distinct analog aesthetic that digital waterproof housings often lack.
| In The Box | Sea & Sea Motor Marine 35 MX-10 35mm Waterproof Film Camera |
|---|---|
| Condition | Used |
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