Warning on leaving camera and lens setup near window.
Nov 18, 2018 10:40:40 #
olemikey
Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida
I have one of those big ole 650-1300 monster lens, and bought it used with a couple small spots of mold in it. I sat it out in the sun on a tripod to let the UV rays have their way with the mold. Luckily I was outside working and futzing around when I noticed it had started a small flame on some leaves below it. If I hadn't acted quickly it would have scorched the lens and probably spread beyond the spot. Yes, they do magnify!!!!! I'll be looking for a fire ant mound next time I have it outside.
Nov 18, 2018 10:46:59 #
foxfirerodandgun
Loc: Stony Creek, VA
Abe"s of Maine? Probably grey market with no factory accessories, OEM battery & charger, strap, eye cup, etc., included. Google Nikon serial numbers to see if is USS or grey market.
Nov 18, 2018 10:53:13 #
Brucej67 wrote:
All spring and summer I had my Nikon D7200 and 300... (show quote)
Was the lens hood in place?
Nov 18, 2018 11:39:25 #
jerryc41 wrote:
That's an odd one, but, "Lesson learned."
Before we had a problem with bears going after our feeders, we'd leave them up - and full - all year. The birds that migrate, migrate. The others will stay and look for food.
Before we had a problem with bears going after our feeders, we'd leave them up - and full - all year. The birds that migrate, migrate. The others will stay and look for food.
How true. Not all birds migrate, and the ones that don't live better lives because of us who fill feeders year round. Plus, what about the birds that migrate into your area, where ever that may be, in the colder months. They tend to hang around during the "off" season and add a little extra color to our lives, when they have something to eat.
Nov 18, 2018 12:10:09 #
If you need to leave the camera set up during the hot/warm weather, you can cover the entire rig with a multi-folded white sheet. It will reflect the heat, and prevent the problem you had. You could also use an insulated bag for frozen foods. They generally have a reflective surface, and insulated on the inside.
I shoot large format, and frequently have a camera set up in the sun for hours. I use a couple of focusing hoods with the white side out to keep my camera, lens, and film holder cool.
Sorry for your equipment loss, and I hope this helps you in the future.
I shoot large format, and frequently have a camera set up in the sun for hours. I use a couple of focusing hoods with the white side out to keep my camera, lens, and film holder cool.
Sorry for your equipment loss, and I hope this helps you in the future.
Nov 18, 2018 15:00:34 #
ToBoldlyGo
Loc: London U.K.
Please don't take feeders down. It's damaging to suddenly remove a food source.
Nov 18, 2018 15:43:44 #
spaceytracey
Loc: East Glacier Park, MT
I agree, Winter is fantastic for capturing birds, photos, that is. Put the feeder back up. You & the birds w/b rewarded. Don't you put your lens cap on when the camera is not in use?
Nov 18, 2018 15:47:19 #
Brucej67 wrote:
All spring and summer I had my Nikon D7200 and 300... (show quote)
Sorry for the loss but fortunately D7200 bodies are not terribly expensive. Just curious did you have a lens hood on the 300/2.8 ? In any case yes we need to be aware of the suns arc if we are going to position a camera/lens near a window. I've heard stories of this happening to eclipse photographers last year. Years ago when I bought a magnifying fluorescent lamp a small but bright red sticker on the top of the fixture says "Fire hazard. Do not position near a window."
Nov 18, 2018 15:50:45 #
Brucej67 wrote:
The reason I take down the feeders is it discourages the birds from migrating and a sever winter could kill them also the seeds get wet and the feeders need to be replaced or cleaned more often.
We hang ours once fall migration season is over and take them down once plants have started to produce the next spring.
I don't see any reason to feed them during the verdant season in this fruitful land I live on.
Nov 18, 2018 16:24:18 #
pdsilen
Loc: Roswell, New Mexico
Brucej67 wrote:
All spring and summer I had my Nikon D7200 and 300... (show quote)
Too bad. That's an expensive lesson. For future reference. If you have to have your camera set up in front of a window during in-climate weather, make sure you have it in front of a window with a curtain or shade to reflect the heat when the camera is not in use.
Nov 18, 2018 16:32:26 #
That's why I always replace the lens cap when I am not actively photographing from my set-up.
Nov 18, 2018 19:13:54 #
rjaywallace wrote:
Sorry for your loss, Bruce! That must have been a serious disappointment. Hope its replacement arrives soon.
No evidence that feeding birds in winter discourages migration. Migration is deeply ingrained in birds. they move on when they need to. Feeders do give them energy for migration. There have been lots of studies on this and no conclusive evidence that feeding interferes with this cycle.
Nov 18, 2018 19:56:28 #
Nov 18, 2018 21:26:17 #
Nov 18, 2018 21:49:28 #
My problem with leaving my camera and lens in the window is that someone reached in and ran away with them. Last time I’m going to do that, birds or no birds!!!!!
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