Identifying your equipment
Jun 8, 2018 09:47:39 #
If you register your products, Nikon USA keeps those records for you in your account on their website. Just sign in and go to “My Account”, “My Camera Bag”. I would be surprised if Canon didn’t have something similar.
Jun 8, 2018 09:56:42 #
I have my gear listed on LensTag, which includes serial numbers. I also have pics of serial numbers of my camera in my cell phone.
Jun 8, 2018 10:06:06 #
Tomcat5133
Loc: Gladwyne PA
Here is what I do. Have my card hidden in camera cases for proof. I have a file on my cell phone and iPad with pictures of my gear also for insurance.
Most cameras of photo of serial number. When I leave to travel to a job I take quick cell phone pictures. I have all of this in dropbox. In a conversation with
my wife when we traveled a lot and said to her who do you think is going to steal at a resort couples or theives that you wouldn't suspect.
My son asks me why I never leave my camera always goes with me on my shoulder.
If you open your cell phone and show pix of your gear that is proof. I believe people are basically good but having worked on corp. events in
resorts and hotels everywhere their will be people who steal guests and employees. Good luck.
Most cameras of photo of serial number. When I leave to travel to a job I take quick cell phone pictures. I have all of this in dropbox. In a conversation with
my wife when we traveled a lot and said to her who do you think is going to steal at a resort couples or theives that you wouldn't suspect.
My son asks me why I never leave my camera always goes with me on my shoulder.
If you open your cell phone and show pix of your gear that is proof. I believe people are basically good but having worked on corp. events in
resorts and hotels everywhere their will be people who steal guests and employees. Good luck.
Jun 8, 2018 10:16:36 #
Jbat
Loc: Charleston, SC
In addition to all the ways of keeping electronic track of your serial numbers, etc, I use labels which come in a set and range from very small to a little larger. They come in a set and I bought them from Idmystuff.com for $9.95 for a set. One reason I put these on my equipment is so that I can quickly identify it if shooting with others with the same brand equipment. But if someone grabbed something on the street, etc, and had not taken the time or noticed the small label which I place out of the way, I could quickly show that the equipment belongs to me. And I have been able to remove it without leaving any noticeable marks when I have sold pieces of my gear.
Jun 8, 2018 10:21:39 #
RRS
Loc: Not sure
jim quist wrote:
So a few months ago my wife stayed at a hotel and ... (show quote)
Just take a picture and see who's name comes up, already stored in the camera, easy to do. Besides after I hit the SOB with my travel tripod he/she would not be in much shape to walk let alone run anyway. With the cost of my camera with any lens which is always attached the charge would be "Grand Theft Larceny". BTW, I have a CPP but would not use that for someone walking off with my camera, bear spray, maybe. I am a pretty nice guy.
Jun 8, 2018 10:27:36 #
I have my cameras and lenses insured and the insurance company has the serial numbers. They are available by phone 24 hours a day.
Jun 8, 2018 10:40:51 #
Jun 8, 2018 10:47:57 #
iPhone pix and list of serial numbers plus:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-ONE-KEY-TICK-Tool-and-Equipment-Tracker-48-21-2000/300859175
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-ONE-KEY-TICK-Tool-and-Equipment-Tracker-48-21-2000/300859175
Jun 8, 2018 11:01:12 #
I am sure that some of you may not want to use someone else's programs exspecially if it is another photographers app, but I am not a pro and found that this app by "Fro Knows Photo" has worked with the right people to design this program just for this type of information. And you can downloaded for either Apple or Android it is called "My Gear Vault" and it is a free app. If you like it use it if not you find another way
Jun 8, 2018 11:14:24 #
[quote=jim quist]So a few months ago my wife stayed at a hotel and when she was eating breakfast someone stole $300.00 from her purse. Security cameras showed an older lady moving her purse.
Another thing that’s suggested to keep your bags/luggage/backpack from walking away: On a bus or train or restaurant, etc., use a carabiner to attach your item to an overhead rack or chair/table leg or some other fixed object. Then someone running by and grabbing your bag and exiting the bus or train before your stop, for instance, will have a hard time getting away with it before you can react.
Another thing that’s suggested to keep your bags/luggage/backpack from walking away: On a bus or train or restaurant, etc., use a carabiner to attach your item to an overhead rack or chair/table leg or some other fixed object. Then someone running by and grabbing your bag and exiting the bus or train before your stop, for instance, will have a hard time getting away with it before you can react.
Jun 8, 2018 11:25:12 #
I do not know if some of you may not want to use another photographer's program, but I am not a pro and found that this app by "Fro Knows Photo" as he is known. And he did worked with the right people to design this program just for this type of information. And you can downloaded it for either Apple or Android it is called "My Gear Vault" and it is a free app. You said you were looking for some way to prove & identify something was yours. And this app was made for photography equipment and accessories. And if you like it keep it and use it if not you can look elsewhere.
Jun 8, 2018 11:37:33 #
trainspotter
Loc: Oregon
Use your state driver's license number....you always carry you picture I.D with you right? Put those numbers on ALL your cameras, lenses and accessories.
Jun 8, 2018 12:01:42 #
jim quist wrote:
So a few months ago my wife stayed at a hotel and ... (show quote)
If you value your Photography equipment, you will keep you stuff very close, as around your neck or clipped to your belt.
No person you do not know should be able to touch or hold your Camera for any reason, unless for some reason you give them permission.
You might take a picture of yourself and your wife or kids and make sure it is available to show to authorities if the question of ownership does arise.
Keep Camera Serial # in your wallet too.
Jun 8, 2018 12:02:58 #
MrT wrote:
I have loaded my information in the copyright meta data. I have the officer go to this info. Name and phone number along with having it registered with the manufacturer.
Jun 8, 2018 12:04:20 #
mizzee
Loc: Boston,Ma
OMG! Why this never occurred to me, I don't know! I just finished entering all my serial numbers into my phone contacts. Thank you, thank you for this topic!
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