Camera and a hot (temp) car
Jul 23, 2015 09:30:30 #
Rick from NY
Loc: Sarasota FL
When Nikon ships over its gear from Asia to the US (or anywhere else), do you think the shipping containers on the ocean trip are air conditioned?
I have never seen any definitive statement that extreme creates long term damage.
I have never seen any definitive statement that extreme creates long term damage.
Jul 23, 2015 09:46:26 #
TonyF wrote:
Often I'm out taking pictures with my wife, and then decide to maybe have a late lunch, or visit a mall, or do 'whatever' where I do not want to take the camera. Very hot and humid in Florida and the inside car temp naturally gets extremely hot.
I can't find it in the manual, but is there a maximum temperature that a camera should not be exposed to? Is it safe to leave it in a very hot car?
TIA
I can't find it in the manual, but is there a maximum temperature that a camera should not be exposed to? Is it safe to leave it in a very hot car?
TIA
http://koolatrononline.stores.yahoo.net/michelin-soft-sided-12v-cooler.html
These are good for about 40 degrees below ambient temp.
Jul 23, 2015 10:08:46 #
I used to carry all kinds of electronics in the car...laptop, IPAD, cellphones, GPS, my cameras. I live in AZ and have had my IPAD get overheated. I now only carry the IPAD and IPhone. Both go with me all the time. Everything else stays at home unless my purpose is to use my camera and then that goes with me when I leave the car.
Jul 23, 2015 10:38:32 #
Rick from NY
Loc: Sarasota FL
I stand corrected on my earlier comment. From the Nikon Website:
Nikon Care Series
Part I - Proper Care and Storage of Equipment
Storage
When the camera will not be used for an extended period, replace the monitor cover, remove the battery, and replace the battery terminal cover to prevent leakage and accidental short circuiting of the terminals.
To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area.
If you will not be using the product for long periods, store the camera in a camera case containing a desiccant.
Do not, however, store the camera case in a plastic bag, as this may cause the material to deteriorate. Note that desiccant gradually loses its capacity to absorb moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals.
Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor mothballs, or close to equipment that produces strong magnetic fields, or in areas subject to extremes of temperature- for example near a space heater or in a closed vehicle on a hot day, or in locations that are:
◦poorly ventilated or subject to humiditys of over 60%
◦are next to equipment that produces strong electro magnetic fields, such as televisions or radios
◦are exposed to temperatures above 50 °C/122 °F (for example, near a space heater or in a closed vehicle on a hot day) or below 10 °C (14 °F)
To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting the camera away again.
Do not store the camera or lens in excessive heat such as the inside of a vehicle during the summer or near a heater. This can result in damage to the sensor or CPUs internally in the camera or lens.
The product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage.
Extreme temperature change can cause condensation inside the camera body. When taking the camera to a very hot place to a very cold place, or from hot to cold, place it inside an airtight container such as a plastic bag and leave it inside the bag for awhile to expose the camera gradually to the temperature change.
Nikon Care Series
Part I - Proper Care and Storage of Equipment
Storage
When the camera will not be used for an extended period, replace the monitor cover, remove the battery, and replace the battery terminal cover to prevent leakage and accidental short circuiting of the terminals.
To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area.
If you will not be using the product for long periods, store the camera in a camera case containing a desiccant.
Do not, however, store the camera case in a plastic bag, as this may cause the material to deteriorate. Note that desiccant gradually loses its capacity to absorb moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals.
Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor mothballs, or close to equipment that produces strong magnetic fields, or in areas subject to extremes of temperature- for example near a space heater or in a closed vehicle on a hot day, or in locations that are:
◦poorly ventilated or subject to humiditys of over 60%
◦are next to equipment that produces strong electro magnetic fields, such as televisions or radios
◦are exposed to temperatures above 50 °C/122 °F (for example, near a space heater or in a closed vehicle on a hot day) or below 10 °C (14 °F)
To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting the camera away again.
Do not store the camera or lens in excessive heat such as the inside of a vehicle during the summer or near a heater. This can result in damage to the sensor or CPUs internally in the camera or lens.
The product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage.
Extreme temperature change can cause condensation inside the camera body. When taking the camera to a very hot place to a very cold place, or from hot to cold, place it inside an airtight container such as a plastic bag and leave it inside the bag for awhile to expose the camera gradually to the temperature change.
Jul 23, 2015 11:02:33 #
I use a thermal bag. It does two things, protects camera and lens from the heat and conceals the camera from prying eyes.
Jul 23, 2015 11:06:16 #
Don Fischer
Loc: Antelope, Ore
I take my dog's pretty much every where with me. If it get's how and I go in somewhere, I leave them in the car, roll up the windows and leave the car running with AC on.
Jul 23, 2015 11:19:40 #
LFingar wrote:
Possible. Extreme winter cold probably weeds out some also. I think of it as eliminating some that would have probably had problems anyway due to being marginal when they left the factory, since the majority of the products have no temp related issues.
That's possible too. LOL :twisted:
Jul 23, 2015 11:21:31 #
lilac wrote:
I think a cooler or a thermal bag is the way to go along with putting it in the trunk.
If your car has a trunk, this is where you should put it. Out of sight and since the trunk has no windows, it's much cooler in there. Don't forget to lock the trunk release lever inside the car. I know someone that put their camera gear inside the trunk, and thieves broke the window, pulled the trunk lever and got inside the truck for a clean getaway with his gear.
Jul 23, 2015 11:36:47 #
Rick from NY wrote:
I stand corrected on my earlier comment. From the... (show quote)
The same statement appears in the Nikon Manuals, I looked. Seems Nikons can take a bit more, my Pentax manual says 14 to 104 F.
Jul 23, 2015 11:37:15 #
Rick from NY wrote:
I stand corrected on my earlier comment. From the... (show quote)
The same statement appears in the Nikon Manuals, I looked. Seems Nikons can take a bit more, my Pentax manual says 14 to 104 F.
Jul 23, 2015 15:29:20 #
OldEarl
Loc: Northeast Kansas
I have, for at least 40 years, not travelled without a cooler. The moisture problems are dealt with by silica gel. I also do not use black camera cases (or black clothing) in summer.
Jul 23, 2015 16:12:30 #
MtnMan wrote:
Not safe. Because it will be stolen.
In FL you might be OK with it in the trunk. Not in the Caribbean like St. Martin where every car trunk has been broken into.
In FL you might be OK with it in the trunk. Not in the Caribbean like St. Martin where every car trunk has been broken into.
As a law enforcement officer, I cannot stress enough not to ever, under any circumstances leave anything you want to keep in a car, regardless of temp. I takes mere seconds to steal it and that is one of the most prevalent crimes in any urban setting, regardless of how nice. Tourist states like FL it is even worse. Even in the trunk is a risk. Thieves watch parking areas and will see you put it there. Even if you place it in somewhere else and drive, they will often follow you if the item appears valuable enough. Take it with you.
Jul 23, 2015 17:15:28 #
lamiaceae wrote:
But leave a camera in your car here and you will not have to worry about the camera getting overheated. A thief will gladly keep your camera cool for you.
I wish I still had the old clunker of a car I had a few years ago. How does this sound? You make up colorful signs to put in all the car windows. "Very expensive camera equipment inside this car." That sounds like a Candid Camera kind of thing, and a thief would probably think twice about breaking into it. If I still had that old car, I'd try it, with a video camera hidden inside and out.
You could have all sorts of fun with signs on cars. "This car is protected by several cameras that are sending a live feed to Security."
Remember Knight Rider, and the car that talked to people who threatened it? :D
Jul 23, 2015 18:08:10 #
Jul 23, 2015 18:39:32 #
TonyF wrote:
Often I'm out taking pictures with my wife, and then decide to maybe have a late lunch, or visit a mall, or do 'whatever' where I do not want to take the camera. Very hot and humid in Florida and the inside car temp naturally gets extremely hot.
I can't find it in the manual, but is there a maximum temperature that a camera should not be exposed to? Is it safe to leave it in a very hot car?
TIA
I can't find it in the manual, but is there a maximum temperature that a camera should not be exposed to? Is it safe to leave it in a very hot car?
TIA
If you must leave it get a ice chest to fit you camera.
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