Why can't my camera?
ok, if that doesn't work; What gear have you found to be the nicest to use?
, so if there is any interest i may consider pushing the subject around the internet a bit and see what can be mustered as far as resources go. I know there are a number of companies out there who make cameras to order for things like ROVs and government type work.
I figure get chummy with some optics companies (zeiss etal), some sensor manufacturers (Foveon, Matsushita etal) bring a talented watchmaker or two together with some talented software engineers add a charismatic industrial designer and sponsor a talented photographer and you've got the ability to produce some really sought after equipment.