Camera protection: I was kayaking in Chincoteague Va. this week and saw some fabulous birds including 3 eagles however being a kayak neophyte I dared not bring my camera, thus missing...

Werkendoc Loc: NJ

I was kayaking in Chincoteague Va. this week and saw some fabulous birds including 3 eagles however being a kayak neophyte I dared not bring my camera, thus missing some unbelievable photo opportunities. So I would like to know how other people protect there expensive equipment in similar situations. I was not so worried about tipping and total camera immersion, but more of water and salt spray.

warrior Loc: Paso Robles CA

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bsprague Loc: Lacey, WA, USA

Olympus makes some pretty good water proof and rugged cameras. They are not DSLRs.

dabbe Loc: Mountain Home, Arkansas

Werkendoc wrote:

I was kayaking in Chincoteague Va. this week and saw some fabulous birds including 3 eagles however being a kayak neophyte I dared not bring my camera, thus missing some unbelievable photo opportunities. So I would like to know how other people protect there expensive equipment in similar situations. I was not so worried about tipping and total camera immersion, but more of water and salt spray.

I just bought an Olympus Tough 860 for kayaking and fishing. I have not taken any underwater shots yet, but have to say the IQ is very good. Limited zoom however. No RAW. I've tried the super macro and it is amazing. Look at this Cicada...less than 2 inches away.

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OddJobber Loc: Portland, OR

dabbe wrote:

I just bought an Olympus Tough 860 for kayaking and fishing. I have not taken any underwater shots yet, but have to say the IQ is very good. Limited zoom however. No RAW. I've tried the super macro and it is amazing. Look at this Cicada...less than 2 inches away.

The new Tough TG-4, to be released on June 15th does have RAW. I'm a Tough fan and still have a TG-610. Great go everywhere pocket size camera. I would say that it depends on what you want to shoot. Oly's have always been good at close-ups, as your shot shows, but for birdies and such, even with the 16 MP in the newer models the lens is still only 25-100 mm (35mm equiv) and maybe not the best for distant subjects.

rickoshay45 Loc: Sanford Florida

I use a Panasonic TS2 that I got on close out sale for our trip to Oahu. Great for snorkeling the pool and even my 5 yr old Grandson. I can let him play with it and I don't have to work if he drops it. I'd never try that with my D3300.

Ched49 Loc: Pittsburgh, Pa.

Instead of protecting your equipment from water spray, just buy a underwater camera.

revhen Loc: By the beautiful Hudson

Once took my camera on a canoe trip. We DID dump over! Lost the camera. Totally. The good news: Great excuse to upgrade!

Billyspad Loc: The Philippines

Condoms fella Keep all ya lenses in a condom and stretch one over ya camera cut a hole for the lens and bingo full lubricated protection. Thin enough if you choose the extra sensitive variety to see and work the controls through. Keep the lenses in flavoured one's and a quick lick gives you a nice fresh taste in ya mouth.
An added but oft understated advantage to this is of course your gear will never suffer from STD's.
I do hope this advice was helpful to you.

1046William Loc: Delaware

Me too! Many years ago in Sanibel, Ding Darling, my wife and I were taking a canoe out, calm beautiful day. Returning across open water a squall came up, it blew us into the mangroves, flipped the canoe, and you can guess the rest. Get insurance first.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Werkendoc wrote:

I was kayaking in Chincoteague Va. this week and saw some fabulous birds including 3 eagles however being a kayak neophyte I dared not bring my camera, thus missing some unbelievable photo opportunities. So I would like to know how other people protect there expensive equipment in similar situations. I was not so worried about tipping and total camera immersion, but more of water and salt spray.

In a situation like that, I wouldn't rely on any type of camera wrap. I'd use a "tough" camera, one of those cameras than can be dropped or submerged.

bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY

Werkendoc wrote:

I was kayaking in Chincoteague Va. this week and saw some fabulous birds including 3 eagles however being a kayak neophyte I dared not bring my camera, thus missing some unbelievable photo opportunities. So I would like to know how other people protect there expensive equipment in similar situations. I was not so worried about tipping and total camera immersion, but more of water and salt spray.

Good question, when taking cameras on the water we always just put them in a plastic bag, take them out to shoot, put them back after, probably not the most convenient but inexpensive, if I take a camera out this summer it will probably be my older DSLR, value is so low that the loss would be tolerable. Bob.

Elliern Loc: Myrtle Beach, SC

Werkendoc wrote:

I was kayaking in Chincoteague Va. this week and saw some fabulous birds including 3 eagles however being a kayak neophyte I dared not bring my camera, thus missing some unbelievable photo opportunities. So I would like to know how other people protect there expensive equipment in similar situations. I was not so worried about tipping and total camera immersion, but more of water and salt spray.

A few years ago my daughter and I took a "kayaking with the whales" kayak tour in the San Juan Islands in Washington state. I used a waterproof dry bag to keep my camera dry when not in use. I took it out only to use it then put it back and sealed it tight. We never came close to tipping over ... except when getting in and out of the kayak LOL. The dry bags worked very well. I think I bought mine at Gander Mountain.

WessoJPEG Loc: Cincinnati, Ohio

Go to Home Depot get there 5 gallon bucket. Snap on attachment with spin on top. Completely water proof. I got one yesterday. Total cost 10.00. Keep all your equipment plus your lunch and whatever else you want. No need to thank me . That's what I'm here for. PS makes a good seat also. 😂😎😜👊🏼

Mark7829 Loc: Calfornia

Werkendoc wrote:

I was kayaking in Chincoteague Va. this week and saw some fabulous birds including 3 eagles however being a kayak neophyte I dared not bring my camera, thus missing some unbelievable photo opportunities. So I would like to know how other people protect there expensive equipment in similar situations. I was not so worried about tipping and total camera immersion, but more of water and salt spray.

Insure your equipment at pennies on the dollar via homeowners or renters insurance and you'll have piece of mind. An inexpensive solution is at your army surplus store with ammunition cases. They are sealed and water proof. It has a strong clasp/slcip that snaps open quickly (take the shot) and snaps back quickly as well. You could cut foam padding for additional protection.