Filming From a JetSki

(homedawg678) · (homedawg678) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 09-17-2009, 2:27 PM

Hopefully I am going to get some chase footage from a jetski tomorrow but had a quick question.

If I have a decent driver, there shouldn't be any problems with getting the camera wet, falling in, etc, right ?

Overall, any tips in general ?

Thanks

(Walt) · (Walt) **Join Date: Jan 2003** 09-17-2009, 3:09 PM

If your on or near the water there's always a chance of getting your camera/gear wet. There are no guarantee's if your using a housing either.

S&*t happens.

(isler) · (isler) **Join Date: Apr 2003** 09-18-2009, 5:37 PM

I dunked $5k of gear shooting from a jetski, with a good driver. Insurance covered it all, but it happens. We got into the wrong place shooting a double-up.

(homedawg678) · (homedawg678) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 09-18-2009, 7:28 PM

Ended up just using a center console outboard, but most of the footage was extremely shaky because of the boat.

Still got some shots I guess.

(xbones) · (xbones) **Join Date: Mar 2007** 10-05-2009, 12:01 PM

I regularly film w/o my waterproof gear from a waverunner and have no problems other than the occasional spray from a rider cutting in. DO IT... but stay on your toes and keep a towel handy incase.

(b_rad_b) · (b_rad_b) **Join Date: Apr 2007** 10-06-2009, 10:01 AM

First, insure your gear. Then go for it. Have a towel handy for the occasional splash like Luker says.