Best Waterproof & Underwater Camera Housing for Canon 60D

Best Waterproof & Underwater Camera Housing for Canon EOS 60D

Canon 60D Underwater Housing & Waterproof Camera Case Compatibility Guide

Yes — the Canon EOS 60D is compatible with the Outex waterproof camera housing system.

The Canon 60D may not be Canon's newest DSLR, but that's part of what makes it interesting for underwater photography.

Its 18-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, interchangeable EF and EF-S lenses, RAW capture, optical viewfinder and Full HD video still make it a capable imaging platform. Canon also gave the 60D a 3-inch Vari-angle LCD — an especially useful feature when composing from unusual positions.

If you already own a 60D and lenses, adding an Outex Camera Pro Kit can give that equipment an entirely new purpose: underwater photography, pools, surf, snorkeling, boating, fishing, waterfalls, rain, snow, sand and other demanding environments.

And unlike a rigid housing built specifically around a Canon 60D, Outex can continue with you when you eventually change cameras. Not sure which system is right for you? Start with our Underwater Camera Housing Buyer's Guide.

Canon 60D + Outex Compatibility

Why Use a Canon 60D Underwater?

Canon introduced the 60D as an enthusiast DSLR with an 18 MP APS-C sensor, 5.3 fps continuous shooting and Full HD 1920 × 1080 video. Its Vari-angle LCD was a first for an EOS camera and remains useful for shooting from low, high and otherwise awkward angles — including over a water surface.

DPReview gave the 60D a 79% score, highlighting its ergonomics, articulated screen, image quality and video capabilities. Those qualities don't disappear simply because newer cameras exist. In fact, if your 60D has been replaced as your primary camera, water photography can be an excellent way to give it a second life.

Potential uses include:

• underwater portraits
• swimmers and pool photography
• surf and watersports
• snorkeling
• fishing and boating
• marine life
• travel and adventure
• waterfalls and rivers
• over/under photography
• rain, snow, sand and environmental protection

Use the Canon Lenses You Already Own

One of the 60D's biggest advantages is its mature Canon EF/EF-S lens ecosystem. Rather than being locked into one fixed lens, you can choose optics according to the shot.

Wide-angle lenses are particularly useful underwater because they let you work relatively close to your subject while retaining a broad field of view. They're especially useful for swimmers, underwater portraits, marine life, surf and environmental scenes.

Standard zooms work well for pools, boats, travel and general photography around water.

Ultra-wide or fisheye lenses can produce more dramatic perspectives and may be paired with an appropriate Outex dome configuration.

Which Outex Port Does a Canon 60D Need?

The key rule is simple:

The 60D determines the camera setup. Your lens determines the optical port.

There isn't one universal "Canon 60D port size." Instead:

Canon 60D → EF/EF-S lens → filter-thread diameter → matching Outex optical-glass port

For example, if your lens is marked Ø67 mm, its filter-thread diameter is 67 mm. That — not the lens focal length — is the number that matters when determining the appropriate port. Outex supports standard lens filter-thread diameters from 49–105 mm, plus additional step-up-ring configurations.

Not sure about your lens? See our Outex Cover Size Guide or visit our FAQ for help identifying your port size.

Flat Port or Dome?

For general underwater photography and environmental protection, a flat optical-glass port is an excellent starting point. Unlike housings that use an acrylic window, Outex uses optical glass for the image path, keeping it properly positioned relative to the lens. Learn more on our FAQ page.

For wider perspectives and dramatic split-level / over-under images, consider an Outex optical-glass dome. The dome sits in front of the lens using interchangeable adapters and clamps, making it particularly well-suited to ultra-wide and fisheye lenses.

Explore the Outex Camera Pro Kit + Dome →

See How Outex Works

Watch the Outex waterproof camera housing demonstration

Outex takes a fundamentally different approach from a traditional camera-specific hard housing. Its flexible cover provides tactile access to camera and lens controls, while front and rear optical glass preserve the image and viewing paths. The Pro system can also expand with tripod, dome, lighting and tethering accessories.

Why Outex Makes Particular Sense for an Older DSLR

This may be the strongest argument for pairing Outex with a 60D. Buying an expensive rigid housing designed only for a camera introduced years ago can be difficult to justify. Outex isn't tied permanently to the 60D. Use your 60D now, then later move the compatible Outex components to another camera:

Canon DSLR → Canon EOS R mirrorless → Sony → Nikon → Fujifilm → another compatible camera.

So instead of spending money to waterproof one older body, you're investing in a modular waterproof imaging system. That's especially valuable if you've accumulated Canon lenses and intend to continue upgrading your photography equipment.

For tips on getting the best results once you're in the water, see our guide: How to Prevent Camera Housing Fogging.

Recommended Setup: Outex Camera Pro Kit

For most Canon 60D owners, start with the Outex Camera Pro Kit.

It provides:

• flexible waterproof Outex cover
• front optical-glass port
• rear optical-glass port
• tactile camera/lens control
• viewfinder/LCD visibility
• tripod compatibility
• modular accessory options
• waterproof protection to 10 m / 33 ft

Configure the Outex Camera Pro Kit →

Canon 60D Underwater Housing FAQ

Is the Canon EOS 60D compatible with Outex?

Yes. The Canon 60D can be configured with the universal Outex waterproof camera housing system.

Is the Canon 60D waterproof?

No. The camera requires an appropriate waterproof housing before being submerged.

What Outex port do I need?

The port depends on your exact lens and its filter-thread diameter, not simply the 60D camera body. See our Cover Size Guide or FAQ for help.

Can I use Canon EF and EF-S lenses?

Yes. Canon designed the EOS 60D around EF and EF-S lenses. Choose the Outex optical-port configuration according to the specific lens you're using.

Can I use an Outex dome?

Yes, depending on the lens and desired shooting configuration. See the Dome Lens Add-on Kit and the Camera Pro Kit + Dome.

Can I use a tripod underwater?

Yes. Outex offers tripod-compatible configurations via the Tripod Add-on Kit.

Does the Canon 60D shoot underwater video with Outex?

The 60D records Full HD 1920 × 1080 video, and Outex allows the camera to be protected and operated in compatible underwater environments. Canon offered manual movie exposure controls as part of the camera's video system.

How deep can I take the 60D with Outex?

The Outex Camera Pro Kit is waterproof to 10 m / 33 ft.

Can I reuse Outex when I replace my 60D?

Yes — and that's one of the key reasons Outex makes sense for an older camera. Compatible Outex covers, optical ports and accessories can be reconfigured for many different camera/lens combinations.

Don't Retire Your Canon 60D — Take It Somewhere New

The Canon 60D still gives photographers an 18 MP APS-C sensor, interchangeable Canon lenses, RAW photography, an optical viewfinder, articulating LCD and Full HD video.

If you already own one, you don't necessarily need another camera just to begin experimenting underwater.

Give your 60D a different job. Take it to the pool. Photograph swimmers. Bring it on a boat. Shoot surf. Create underwater portraits. Add a dome for over/under images. And when you eventually retire the 60D, keep using your Outex with your next compatible camera.

Ready to waterproof your Canon 60D?

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Not sure which optical-glass port you need? Visit our FAQ or send Outex your Canon 60D and exact lens model/filter-thread diameter and we'll help identify the appropriate configuration.