# Floating Waterproof Cameras The Speedo Aquashot Bobs Atop Waves so it Stays Within Reach By Meghan Young | Published 2010-09-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedo-aquashot References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2010/09/floating-camera.php) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0030B4X54?tag=trenhunt0f-20) The Speedo Aquashot is the perfect camera for those who are not-so-diligent with their techie products. Not only is it waterproof, but it also floats, a feature you would think already existed in other [waterproof cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-aqua). A basic camera, the Speedo Aquashot has a 5-megapixel resolution and 4X digital zoom. Available in a few [vibrant colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clearcam), you'll be sure to see it bobbing atop the waves if you ever do lose it while in water. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/photography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Floating Waterproof Cameras:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the market potential for advanced features and functionality in floating waterproof cameras. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative, user-friendly floating waterproof cameras for adventurous consumers. - **Water Sports Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate floating waterproof cameras into water sports equipment for enhanced customer experiences. - **Travel and Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create floating waterproof cameras as a must-have gadget for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Durable Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-x5.md) - [Durable Waterproof Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akaso-brave-8-4k.md) - [Ultra-Rugged Camera Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/om-system-tough-tg7-underwater-camera.md) - [Pocket-Friendly UHD Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5k-action-camera.md) - [Waterproof Self-Flying Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-aqua-drone.md) - [Aquatic Smartphone Photography Domes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-mobile-mini-dome.md) - [Waterproof Autofocus Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/om5.md) - [High-End Imaging Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qoocam-3.md) - [Rugged Field Professional Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ricoh-ricoh360-theta-a1.md)