Canon, Nikon, Ireland -- and rain
Aug 10, 2015 11:28:58 #
Off to Ireland we go in September, the island of my wife's ancestors. Just discovered that September is traditionally the rainiest month there. So I'm concerned about the rain-on-the-camera problem. My main camera is a Canon 70D with the old 18-135 lens. The 70D is supposed to be somewhat water resistant but the lens may leak like a sieve. Would appreciate any suggestions for protection under such conditions. Now I also have a Nikon Coolpix 100 which you can shoot underwater. (I'm a true believer but I can happily worship in different churches depending on the occasion ) :lol:
Please let me know your wisdom in the matter. Thanks.
Please let me know your wisdom in the matter. Thanks.
Aug 10, 2015 11:42:29 #
They do sell rain jackets for camera w/lens. Mine is shape sort of like a wind sock with a draw string on each end. Narrower end fitted over lens and wider end so photographer can reach controls. In a pinch a good old plastic bag works too. I carry both. Good Luck
Aug 10, 2015 11:45:15 #
marthala wrote:
They do sell rain jackets for camera w/lens. Mine is shape sort of like a wind sock with a draw string on each end. Narrower end fitted over lens and wider end so photographer can reach controls. In a pinch a good old plastic bag works too. I carry both. Good Luck
Thanks. Sounds most helpful. Where do you get said jacket? Also, if you're shooting through clear plastic does this degrade the shot very much?
Aug 10, 2015 11:55:48 #
I bought my jacket via Amazon. Most camera shops should have something. There are different lengths depending on the length of the lens you use most often. As for the plastic bag, I don't put it over the glass, just the camera and housing of the lens. A stout rubber band will help keep it in place. You may want to cut out the bottom of the bag so you can more easily get to the controls.
Aug 10, 2015 12:03:52 #
marthala wrote:
I bought my jacket via Amazon. Most camera shops should have something. There are different lengths depending on the length of the lens you use most often. As for the plastic bag, I don't put it over the glass, just the camera and housing of the lens. A stout rubber and will help keep it in place. You may want to cut out the bottom of the bag so you can more easily get to the controls.
Thanks again.
Aug 10, 2015 16:49:17 #
A gallon size Zip Lock bag works fine for me. Other large bags found in the kitchen would work as well.
Aug 10, 2015 16:59:46 #
sbesaw
Loc: Boston
revhen wrote:
Off to Ireland we go in September, the island of m... (show quote)
Where in Ireland are you going??
Aug 10, 2015 18:21:41 #
sbesaw wrote:
Where in Ireland are you going??
All over! Since this will probably be our only trip to Ireland, we are taking the top 2 week tour. Then we are going to Enniskillen for a couple of days to search for my wife's roots in the area.
Aug 10, 2015 19:20:51 #
Do a search on B&H or elsewhere for the OP/TECH Rainsleeve. Get several, they're only a couple of bucks each.
Aug 10, 2015 19:26:22 #
lighthouse
Loc: No Fixed Abode
revhen wrote:
Thanks. Sounds most helpful. Where do you get said jacket? Also, if you're shooting through clear plastic does this degrade the shot very much?
http://optechusa.com/rainsleeve.html
Aug 11, 2015 06:19:15 #
Aug 11, 2015 07:20:56 #
shagbat
Loc: London
revhen wrote:
Off to Ireland we go in September, the island of m... (show quote)
Everyone has given you good advice Rev and I understand your concerns. Don't shoot thro' anything except a lens. The vagaries of northern European weather mean that you may see no rain at all! Have a fabulous time.
Aug 11, 2015 07:40:25 #
Shooting in the rain can be a very exciting prospect. Carry a microfiber cloth that you can use to dry errant wet spots on the lens. Despite your best efforts, a rain jacket is not entirely fool proof. Recently, I photographed in the rain all day in Zion National Park and got some wall hangers as well as some rain drops on the lens, which were easily dispatched with.
Have a great shoot!
Have a great shoot!
Aug 11, 2015 07:44:49 #
No doubt an obvious suggestion, but practice shooting in the rain before you go to Ireland so you can become accustomed to using a rain jacket in different degrees of downpours.
Aug 11, 2015 07:48:54 #
revhen wrote:
Off to Ireland we go in September, the island of m... (show quote)
These Rainsleeves are great - two for $6.50. I have that Nikon AW100. It's perfect for torrential rain, and it does nice panoramas.
http://www.amazon.com/OP-TECH-USA-Rainsleeve-18-Inch/dp/B000PTFDYO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1439293668&sr=8-1&keywords=rainsleeve+for+dslr+camera
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