Dropped camera
May 17, 2020 21:03:00 #
tuomi1947 wrote:
Has any one had the experience of sadly dropping t... (show quote)
Yes, after reading a few sad experiences of "Dropped Cameras" I invested in a relatively inexpensice "Hand Strap", which when walking around wirh my camera, I have confidence it will not fall and get broken. Check Ebay, there are many choices.
May 17, 2020 21:22:33 #
MrBossHK
Loc: The West Valley of Phoenix metro area
rmorrison1116 wrote:
You're welcome...
If you have any questions about them I've used their services several times.
If you have any questions about them I've used their services several times.
Based on a previous posting of yours, I sent my 35mm f/2 Nikkor to Authorized Camera Repair on May 11. Matt responded very promptly to my request for a repair cost estimate and the estimate he provided was very reasonable. Thanks for the recommendation.
May 17, 2020 21:41:36 #
When I fell, I thought, glad I had taken it off my neck, if I was going to fall. Who knows where it would have hit me tied around my neck.
May 17, 2020 23:08:33 #
Bruce M
Loc: Northern Utah
I dropped my Leica M9 with a 50 mm Leica lens. had it mounted on a arca swiss type plate I picked up the tripod, camera, and all put it on my shoulder like I would carry a rifle. The camera slipped through the grooves on the plate and hit on the front corner of the lens on the pavement. I wasn't happy but Leica camera repaired the lens and camera. for few dollars plus or minus a few hundred. point I learned was to carry the camera by its self and don't trust the plates.
May 17, 2020 23:57:25 #
I always use a strap when picking up or using a camera or binoculars. Remember how expensive your equipment is and how cheaply and easily it can be protected.
May 18, 2020 00:56:24 #
MrBossHK wrote:
Based on a previous posting of yours, I sent my 35mm f/2 Nikkor to Authorized Camera Repair on May 11. Matt responded very promptly to my request for a repair cost estimate and the estimate he provided was very reasonable. Thanks for the recommendation.
You are welcome. I've always found them to be reasonable and honest.
May 18, 2020 16:32:39 #
cejonesjr
Loc: Norman, Oklahoma
aellman wrote:
Never leave home without a neck strap, and use it all the time. I have gone by that rule forever.
Yea, I have a Black Rapid neck strap. But, it uses the tripod screw. I had removed it to use my tripod.
May 19, 2020 07:16:28 #
rmorrison1116 wrote:
I wouldn't say "everybody" because that's all inclusive.....
Thank you for correcting my grammar and my spelling. Although it is hindsight, I prefer a wrist strap to protect my camera. You can also purchase an inexpensive rubber wrap around for your camera. It may not do a great job causing your camera to bounce but it allows you to have a better grip on it. One suggestion. Please don't leave your camera attached to the tripod and both slung over your shoulder. All to often the camera "snaps" off the tripod and damaging the bottom plate.
Be Well. Stay Safe!
Happy Shooting!
May 19, 2020 07:21:04 #
Scruples wrote:
Thank you for correcting my grammar and my spellin... (show quote)
Same reason, when using a heavy lens, you hold the lens and NOT the camera body. I have actually seen a lens mount partially break off from the camera body due to the lens weight. Physics IS NOT always your friend.
May 19, 2020 15:07:45 #
tuomi1947 wrote:
Has any one had the experience of sadly dropping t... (show quote)
I am glad to hear that after falling from the tripod your camera and lens are still working fine. Mine didn't fall quite that far and I THINK they work just fine too. BUT BUT BUT when now and again I see a somewhat questionable image I get the doubting willies. . . . .
May 19, 2020 20:22:31 #
cejonesjr
Loc: Norman, Oklahoma
Thanks! My lens arrived today in perfect condition. I can screw on filters again. I took a few test shots. It seems to be focusing faster too. I re-attached my camera strap. haha!
May 19, 2020 20:31:34 #
Oh heck yeah. Just the past February, it seems so long ago now, we took a trip to Maui with our extended family. We were preparing to go on a whale watching cruise when I heard a horrible clatter and a collective groan from all of the people around me (this was pre-distancing). I apparently didn't have my neck strap on and let go of the camera. I'm still not sure exactly what happened but the bottom line is the camera hit the floor and the battery door actually came off and the battery went flying. I managed to put it all back together and all is still fine. I dodged a bullet.
At the time when the crowd was still groaning and I was flushing with embarrassment. I made a comment about how maybe it was broken and I could get a new camera I had my eye on. Mine is getting old. Like me. Anyway, it happens to all of us eventually. I dropped my new Canon 100mm macro lens too. It came out fine too excepting a smashed clear glass skylight filter. Bottom line, if you're camera is working fine after the drop don't worry about it. Count your blessings.
At the time when the crowd was still groaning and I was flushing with embarrassment. I made a comment about how maybe it was broken and I could get a new camera I had my eye on. Mine is getting old. Like me. Anyway, it happens to all of us eventually. I dropped my new Canon 100mm macro lens too. It came out fine too excepting a smashed clear glass skylight filter. Bottom line, if you're camera is working fine after the drop don't worry about it. Count your blessings.
May 19, 2020 20:33:37 #
cejonesjr wrote:
Thanks! My lens arrived today in perfect condition. I can screw on filters again. I took a few test shots. It seems to be focusing faster too. I re-attached my camera strap. haha!
Congratulations!
Now all you need to do is attach the camera strap to the tripod and you are safe to go. . . . .LOL . . .
May 19, 2020 21:26:04 #
lositton
Loc: Pensacola, FL
tuomi1947 wrote:
Has any one had the experience of sadly dropping t... (show quote)
I haven't, but my grandson (1 year old) knocked over my tripod last week-end and the camera hit the concrete porch. I didn't see it happen, just heard it. Someone beat me to it and picked it up so I didn't even get to see how it landed. I just know it still works. I am truly blessed. Can't believe I turned my back on the camera on the tripod with an almost 3 year old and a 13 month old running loose. Sony a7riii with 24-105 lens.
May 29, 2020 10:15:26 #
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