water proof bags for lenses
Jan 25, 2021 09:58:16 #
Hello,
This summer my wife and I are taking a safari in Tanzania. This country does not allow any plastic bags. I usually keep each lens in a zip lock bag on trips to protect from dust, moisture, etc. My largest lens is Nikon 70-200 and would like some kind of a water resistant, at least, bag with either a roll down top with buckle like a small dry bag or even a draw string closure. Water proof would be the best because we will also be in Antarctica this fall. A 6" x 14" would be the largest needed.
Something light weight is what I am looking for because the lenses would still go into my camera pack. I have been searching but haven't found a good fit yet.
Any suggestions are appreciated.
Thanks!
This summer my wife and I are taking a safari in Tanzania. This country does not allow any plastic bags. I usually keep each lens in a zip lock bag on trips to protect from dust, moisture, etc. My largest lens is Nikon 70-200 and would like some kind of a water resistant, at least, bag with either a roll down top with buckle like a small dry bag or even a draw string closure. Water proof would be the best because we will also be in Antarctica this fall. A 6" x 14" would be the largest needed.
Something light weight is what I am looking for because the lenses would still go into my camera pack. I have been searching but haven't found a good fit yet.
Any suggestions are appreciated.
Thanks!
Jan 25, 2021 10:20:00 #
I know this is probably tto bulky, but when I go camping or out on the boat Iuse a ammo box, it fits my canon 7Dmk2 with a 100 to 400 on it (I have added some modest padding to the bottom )there also may be a Pelican case that would wor
Jan 25, 2021 10:32:39 #
gunflint wrote:
Hello, br br This summer my wife and I are taking... (show quote)
Google "Changing Bags" Some are waterproof. I use them for dust control.
Jan 25, 2021 10:33:02 #
Don't believe an ammo can would be a good idea for a trip to Africa!
Try this link https://www.walmart.com/c/kp/neoprene-pouches
Try this link https://www.walmart.com/c/kp/neoprene-pouches
Jan 25, 2021 10:39:23 #
Sea to Summit - look on Amazon - I have used them for years for my lenses when at the beach. Many sizes and alternates. Enjoy your trip!
Jan 25, 2021 10:48:53 #
Use what is called a "dry bag" found at most outdoor stores, or, you could put dry bags in the anazon search box. I got some long narrow ones at REI.com and each one shows the measurements.
Jan 25, 2021 12:46:14 #
Contact your safari company see if they might not have something there you could use
Jan 25, 2021 13:26:47 #
Jan 25, 2021 15:08:55 #
quixdraw wrote:
Don't believe an ammo can would be a good idea for a trip to Africa!
Try this link https://www.walmart.com/c/kp/neoprene-pouches
Try this link https://www.walmart.com/c/kp/neoprene-pouches
Jan 25, 2021 17:02:43 #
kyack or outdoor water sport shops carry them as a added protection spray with a camp dry product
Jan 26, 2021 05:53:23 #
Chandlers or sailing / kayak shop. Drybags as mentioned before. Many different sizes in a proofed synthetic finish, from almost swing bin sized down to wallet size. And in all sorts of grades depending on store. They survive a couple of years rolling about in my kayak, longer if they're stuffed and not moving around.
I went to an R.E.I. when I was in the U.S. once and believe it would be a good starting point and possibly your only stop. Just replacing ziplock bags won't require to higher specification.
I went to an R.E.I. when I was in the U.S. once and believe it would be a good starting point and possibly your only stop. Just replacing ziplock bags won't require to higher specification.
Jan 26, 2021 06:41:21 #
Someone just posted a waterproof case like a Pelikin sold by Harbor Freight for $60. It had the pluck out foam and a rubber gasket to seal it when closed. Actually, I think it was posted on the Fuji forum.
Jan 26, 2021 06:52:29 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
gunflint wrote:
Hello, br br This summer my wife and I are taking... (show quote)
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=water%20proof%20bags%20for%20lenses&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma
Jan 26, 2021 06:56:35 #
david vt
Loc: Vermont
I do a lot on the water. Sea-to-summit or similar would be a good choice. Go to REI.com and poke around.
Have Fun
Have Fun
Jan 26, 2021 07:41:10 #
Archboo3
Loc: Central Florida
Check out Harbor Frieght. I purchased a Pelican style case there for way less than a Pelican, and that included the foam padding. I use mine to store my big lens. They come in all sizes and some even have rollers.
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