Underwater Camera Housings - What is the best underwater digital camera (that doesn't need housing)and it cant be above 400$?

What is the best underwater digital camera (that doesn't need housing)and it cant be above 400$?

I want and underwater digital camera thats a bit cheap but still good because i want it for my cruise because im goin snorkelling and last time I went i really wanted to take pictures because it was so beautiful and NO HOUSING PLEASE because its only for snorkellling and there are a few old questions but i was seeing if there was something new out threre? please help PLEASE

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I recomment Olympus Stylus 770SW 7.1MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom. You can see more detail from this http://astore.amazon.com/electronics0f06-20/detail/B000LXXJ1I/105-9539754-2607665
Olympus Stylus 1030SW. Waterproof to 30 feet, shockproof to a 6 foot drop. Suggested list $399.00. Check prices at: http://www.bhphotovideo.com http://www.keh.om http://www.adorama.com http://www.beachcamera.com There are other reputable sellers on-line. There are also innumerable scams so if you're the least suspicious check the seller at http://www.resellerratings.com
Make your own decisions. Only you know how you will use it.
I recently went on a vacation myself and needed a water proof and sand proof camera also. After reading numerous user reviews, and comparing both the Olympus sw series and the Pentax waterproof cameras, I decided on the Olympus SW 790. I loved using it, brought home really wonderful pictures, and is a great family camera also. My kids play with it in the pool all the time,and have come out with some really great pics that weren't possible before. I definitely recommend the Olympus SW series, which ever you choose.
I agree with the user's answer: Blue Mari