Camera Lens Stolen
Mar 24, 2020 08:00:22 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
roger wrote:
Please be aware that I had a Canon 400 mm f:5.6L lens and case stolen in a "smash and grab" from my truck while parked at a walking trail in western Washington.
It's one of the "white" lenses from Canon and was in the original Canon lens case.
The serial number is: 156575
If you run across it, please call the Pierce County Sheriff at 1-253-798-4944
I appreciate this forum, and all of you photogs!
It's one of the "white" lenses from Canon and was in the original Canon lens case.
The serial number is: 156575
If you run across it, please call the Pierce County Sheriff at 1-253-798-4944
I appreciate this forum, and all of you photogs!
Trail heads are areas to really watch out for. Bad boys target these area's because they know you will be gone for a while.
Mar 24, 2020 08:11:44 #
Mar 24, 2020 08:16:25 #
roger wrote:
Please be aware that I had a Canon 400 mm f:5.6L lens and case stolen in a "smash and grab" from my truck while parked at a walking trail in western Washington.
It's one of the "white" lenses from Canon and was in the original Canon lens case.
The serial number is: 156575
If you run across it, please call the Pierce County Sheriff at 1-253-798-4944
I appreciate this forum, and all of you photogs!
It's one of the "white" lenses from Canon and was in the original Canon lens case.
The serial number is: 156575
If you run across it, please call the Pierce County Sheriff at 1-253-798-4944
I appreciate this forum, and all of you photogs!
Sorry for your Loss of your very nice and expensive lens. Hope you had insurance.
Mar 24, 2020 08:24:09 #
leftj
Loc: Texas
SMPhotography wrote:
So sorry to hear this! What a punk.
For this reason I never carry my big lenses in their cases in the vehicle, they are often too hard to conceal. I always carry a large black blanket and place all gear not on me in the back of the SUV and cover with the blanket. People are generally honest but there is always going to be that one bad apple in the basket.
For this reason I never carry my big lenses in their cases in the vehicle, they are often too hard to conceal. I always carry a large black blanket and place all gear not on me in the back of the SUV and cover with the blanket. People are generally honest but there is always going to be that one bad apple in the basket.
First thing thieves look for in a car is a blanket. They know it is covering up something valuable.
Mar 24, 2020 08:24:49 #
ggab
Loc: ?
doclrb wrote:
Can you pls advise on a membership fee, etc. The site deliberately thwarts attempts at seeking info, rather than immediately clicking the ‘Join Now’ link.
TY
doclrb
TY
doclrb
Look at the membership plans.
Click on "Join Now". It will take you to a page with several options.
The Full plan includes $15k of insurance. Click on the "+Details" to the right of the plan for everything that is included.
At the bottom of that page are links:
"Membership Comparison Chart | Additional membership options: Additional Active Membership"
There you can get more info.
Mar 24, 2020 08:28:26 #
I am so sorry to hear that some low-life made off with your lens and smashed your vehicle window.
It's too late for you, but for the what it's worth department here are three things I have done to protect my gear.
1. I have registered all my gear with a company called Lens Tag. I record all my gear by serial number. They tract world wide all equipment registered with them. If it shows up in their search they notify you.
2. I have all my equipment even my home computers coded with a registered code that is applied to everything of value with COP DOTS. The code is registered just to me. If something shows up in a pawn shop the COPS can check it and see who it is the rightful owner.
3. I have also listed all my camera equipment with my Home Owners policy. It's an extra rider and it only cost me $140 a year for everything. Lost-stolen-fire - I'm covered.
There was a time when we could leave our front door unlocked and not be worried. Today we need security systems, front door bells that record, vehicle alarms. Bottom line is, protect yourself and protect your equipment.
It's too late for you, but for the what it's worth department here are three things I have done to protect my gear.
1. I have registered all my gear with a company called Lens Tag. I record all my gear by serial number. They tract world wide all equipment registered with them. If it shows up in their search they notify you.
2. I have all my equipment even my home computers coded with a registered code that is applied to everything of value with COP DOTS. The code is registered just to me. If something shows up in a pawn shop the COPS can check it and see who it is the rightful owner.
3. I have also listed all my camera equipment with my Home Owners policy. It's an extra rider and it only cost me $140 a year for everything. Lost-stolen-fire - I'm covered.
There was a time when we could leave our front door unlocked and not be worried. Today we need security systems, front door bells that record, vehicle alarms. Bottom line is, protect yourself and protect your equipment.
Mar 24, 2020 08:44:26 #
roger wrote:
Please be aware that I had a Canon 400 mm f:5.6L lens and case stolen in a "smash and grab" from my truck while parked at a walking trail in western Washington.
It's one of the "white" lenses from Canon and was in the original Canon lens case.
The serial number is: 156575
If you run across it, please call the Pierce County Sheriff at 1-253-798-4944
I appreciate this forum, and all of you photogs!
It's one of the "white" lenses from Canon and was in the original Canon lens case.
The serial number is: 156575
If you run across it, please call the Pierce County Sheriff at 1-253-798-4944
I appreciate this forum, and all of you photogs!
Sorry to hear .......good luck in the recovery.
Mar 24, 2020 08:59:18 #
roger wrote:
Please be aware that I had a Canon 400 mm f:5.6L lens and case stolen in a "smash and grab" from my truck while parked at a walking trail in western Washington.
It's one of the "white" lenses from Canon and was in the original Canon lens case.
The serial number is: 156575
If you run across it, please call the Pierce County Sheriff at 1-253-798-4944
I appreciate this forum, and all of you photogs!
It's one of the "white" lenses from Canon and was in the original Canon lens case.
The serial number is: 156575
If you run across it, please call the Pierce County Sheriff at 1-253-798-4944
I appreciate this forum, and all of you photogs!
Outch! I know the feeling of shock and outrage. Unfortunately, you will never see your lens again.
When my D810 plus $2000 lens was stolen I was devastated. Although my home insurance covered most of it I still had to pay $1200 to replace the gear. It was time for an upgrade anyway, so I got the D850. I love it, but am still furious at the culprit.
Good Luck to you.
Mar 24, 2020 09:07:54 #
PHRubin wrote:
I carry my gear in a gym bag hoping a crook will think all I have is smelly gym socks! 
Good idea !!!
Mar 24, 2020 09:29:59 #
SteveG
Loc: Norh Carolina
roger wrote:
Please be aware that I had a Canon 400 mm f:5.6L lens and case stolen in a "smash and grab" from my truck while parked at a walking trail in western Washington.
It's one of the "white" lenses from Canon and was in the original Canon lens case.
The serial number is: 156575
If you run across it, please call the Pierce County Sheriff at 1-253-798-4944
I appreciate this forum, and all of you photogs!
It's one of the "white" lenses from Canon and was in the original Canon lens case.
The serial number is: 156575
If you run across it, please call the Pierce County Sheriff at 1-253-798-4944
I appreciate this forum, and all of you photogs!
That should be covered under home owners insurance. Or rental insurance.
Mar 24, 2020 09:32:13 #
SMPhotography wrote:
it might, but having insurance on your photo gear is always a safe bet. I have $25,000 worth of insurance on all of my gear through PPA and it costs me about $5 a month.
That’s cheap. $60 a year for $10,000 insurance? Who are you insured with?
Mar 24, 2020 09:47:32 #
cjc2 wrote:
BASTARD!!!
Come on! Take it easy. He's allowed to report a theft.
Mar 24, 2020 09:48:40 #
PHRubin wrote:
I carry my gear in a gym bag hoping a crook will think all I have is smelly gym socks!
Leave it partially open with socks or something sticking out.
Mar 24, 2020 09:54:10 #
Hope you had insurance?
https://www.statefarm.com/insurance/home-and-property/personal-articles-policy
https://www.statefarm.com/insurance/home-and-property/personal-articles-policy
Mar 24, 2020 09:57:29 #
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