The SeaLife DC600 does indeed come out of it's uw housing for surface shooting. I have one. It is a great little camera for the money. I have the "Pro" setup, which includes one external strobe. I also have the snap-on wide angle lens...you can attach and detach it underwater. I just took it to Bonaire and came home with several hundred great photos.

You know, it's not a $10,000 camera rig, but for 6 or 7 scuba bucks (1 Scuba Buck= $100 US), it's a very good choice.

Mountain Dog