Aqua Underwater Camera

- What is more important to have when ice fishing an Aqua-vu underwater camera or a Vexilar FL-8 locator?
I've been looking at buying either an Aqua-Vu or a Vexlar FL-8 from http://lakekab.com or possibly Cabelas. Anyone used either?

A The Vexilar is MUCH more important than a camera! In Ice-fishing, a camera is an "optional" tool. Why is a Vexilar so important? #1. You can check the depth of the water where you want to punch a hole BEFORE drilling your hole! A camera can't do that. #2. You can't check a Thermocline with a camera. #3. Although various camera company's (Aqua View, Etc) WANT you to believe that you will get crystal clear images in any conditions, I own a camera and unfortunately that is NOT the case. An inexpensive camera in the $200 range is next to useless in any stained water. Even if the water is mostly clear you have to be VERY close to your lure/bait to actually see a fish strike! (Unless you can afford to purchase a premium-grade $500 + Camera with every bell and whistle!) However, a camera is a GREAT tool when you want to find out WHAT species of fish is tugging on your line, (and it's fun to watch). Here's a good analogy: Think of a Vexilar/Flasher as your "general" fish finder, and a camera as your "zoom" feature.

- Lomo Aqua Underwater Waterproof Film Camera Review?
Is this camera good?

A I can't imagine what you expect from a toy camera as far as "good". It is as good as any $10-$20 camera would be and has a plastic case good to about 10-12 feet underwater. Suitable for kids in wet environments, your photos are not likely to make the cover of National Geographic.