How much rain or snow is too much? (Page 2): If it's actively snowing or raining these work well and are cheep but take a little practice...

NormanTheGr8 Loc: Racine, Wisconsin

If it's actively snowing or raining these work well and are cheep but take a little practice

www.amazon.com/Movo-Pack-Clear-Cover-Camera/dp/B01IMI9P52

Rain or actively snowing or extremely dusty situations are the only times I would also use a clear or UV filter on my lens because of the frequent cleaning. Also a good microfiber cloth can come in handy especially if using a zoom wipe the barrel dry before zooming back out to reduce the chance of getting moisture inside the lens

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

BlueMorel wrote:

So say I'm out shooting and it light drizzle or snow starts. How long before I have to worry about moisture hurting the camera or lens? How fast do I need to get under cover?

I'm asking because it's snowing but not hard and my Canon Rebel t2i wants to go outside for about 15 min. and I have trouble saying no to her.

I have shot professionally for over 45 years. I never shoot in the rain or snow. I always carry three plastic Walmart bags with me in my back pocket. As soon as any weather starts, my gear goes into the bags and I head for the car. My advice.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I never let my cameras get "rained on." A light, temporary drizzle is okay, but not rain. In other words, if all I have is a drizzle, I'll take the camera from under my jacket and get the shot. Then I put it back under cover. Being "Weatherproof" means nothing to me. That's why I like my Olympus Tough. I could bring it underwater if I want.

Juy Loc: Delaware

BlueMorel Loc: Southwest Michigan

Thanks everyone for their suggestions. Getting a second camera is not an option. Looks like a rain cover or sleeve will be my next purchase since I want this camera to last. I'll check out B&H. I lucked out yesterday since skies cleared before I stepped outside.

Najataagihe

For me, it is all about weight, utility and cost.

These work well and are cheaper than dirt:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000PTFDYO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Along with this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H8J19S1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The rain covers take up no room in my bag (Domke F-2), slipping into the compartment in the cover flap.

The hood is ridiculously large, as a lens hood, but it secures the cover, fits any lens (meaning I don't have to carry a lens hood for every single lens) and is GREAT for pushing against glass to get rid of reflections.

It also collapses into nothing and fits in the compartment in the cover flap.

Back in the day, I used to wrap my gear in Saran Wrap secured with rubber bands.

This setup is a neater, more versatile solution.

Have fun!

markngolf Loc: Bridgewater, NJ

Longshadow wrote:

Fantastic.

(But it doesn't answer the OP's question.

)

Mark

Morning Star Loc: West coast, North of the 49th N.

Vietnam Vet wrote:

My cameras and go-to lenses are weather sealed so I don't worry about it and haven't had any problems.

Ditto for me... but if there is more than a sprinkling of snow, I stop worrying about the camera and worry about myself! In fact, if the snow starts falling when I'm home, I won't even go out :-)

Flickwet Loc: NEOhio

Vietnam Vet wrote:

My cameras and go-to lenses are weather sealed so I don't worry about it and haven't had any problems.

We are all so happy to know that

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

BlueMorel wrote:

So say I'm out shooting and it light drizzle or snow starts. How long before I have to worry about moisture hurting the camera or lens? How fast do I need to get under cover?

I'm asking because it's snowing but not hard and my Canon Rebel t2i wants to go outside for about 15 min. and I have trouble saying no to her.

It should be less of an issue in a drizzle or light snow, but I would be much more careful in a very wet driving snowstorm. The greatest risk however is from a medium to heavy rain. The t2i does not have a lot of weather sealing and in addition I'm guessing you may not be using a Canon L or other weather sealed lens. Try to keep the camera and lens covered when you are not shooting. There is no guaranty, even in light rain or snow conditions, that moisture won't get into the camera's switches or lens mount and cause problems.

rcarol

BlueMorel wrote:

So say I'm out shooting and it light drizzle or snow starts. How long before I have to worry about moisture hurting the camera or lens? How fast do I need to get under cover?

I'm asking because it's snowing but not hard and my Canon Rebel t2i wants to go outside for about 15 min. and I have trouble saying no to her.

When the weather is inclement, I keep my camera and lens tucked under my jacket, pulling it out only long enough to take the photo. I spent 2 weeks in Norway where the weather was less than ideal. I had no issues with moisture or the cold using this technique.

PHRubin Loc: Nashville TN USA

For the future, if it is cold out and you are going to have the camera outside long enough to get cold, carry a plastic bag large enough to put the camera in when you are about to go back into a warm building. Leave the camera in there long enough to warm up inside the bag. This should prevent condensation from forming on or in the camera.

BlueMorel Loc: Southwest Michigan

mwsilvers wrote:

It should be less of an issue in a drizzle or ligh... (show quote)

Right as rain on the lenses - basic set of three lenses. As several people suggested, unless I want to invest in another camera (I don't) rain covers of some kind are in order. My bad-weather excursions will be few and short, but better safe than sorry. Rain covers are cheaper than new cameras.

wdross Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado

BlueMorel wrote:

Thanks everyone for their suggestions. Getting a second camera is not an option. Looks like a rain cover or sleeve will be my next purchase since I want this camera to last. I'll check out B&H. I lucked out yesterday since skies cleared before I stepped outside.

I think it is a wise decision to listen to the likes of billnikon and jerryc41 about what to do in your situation. Your camera may not be a professional end camera, but you did not buy it to become a paperweight. As long as it is working, it is capable of producing great pictures.

ronpier Loc: Poland Ohio

BlueMorel wrote:

So say I'm out shooting and it light drizzle or snow starts. How long before I have to worry about moisture hurting the camera or lens? How fast do I need to get under cover?

I'm asking because it's snowing but not hard and my Canon Rebel t2i wants to go outside for about 15 min. and I have trouble saying no to her.

I don’t go outside in inclement weather and I don’t expect my cameras to do so either. If I get a surprise under my coat it goes and we all go inside. Not worth risking any weather damage. I’m a fair weather shooter only.