CHG_CANON wrote:
For equipment I don't actively plan to use, I have individual black neoprene "LensPouch" bags for the lenses from LensCoat with the model / focal length written on the outside / bottom of the bag with a silver Sharpie marking pen. So, I have a storage box with several lenses, all in similar black bags, with identification written on the outside of the bag. I can grab one or a few into a backpack for travel to a location.
Porta Brace have larger nylon padded stuff stacks. I use these for cameras and / or flashes with the batteries removed for longer-term storage. Again, the Sharpie 'paint pen' comes in handy for marking the contents on the outside of the all-black bag.
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Same here, but I also store my bodies and lenses in plastic tubs with a lid attached so that they stay in a dust-free environment. I am also constantly adding those desiccant packs that come with other stuff, so that the moisture in the tubs will be very low. I also have a separate covered bin that I keep spare lens caps, filters, memory cards, and batteries in I have several camera bags and always had to search through all of them in order to pack a bag for a specific shoot. So I started storing all equipment unpacked to make it easier to find things and then not forget something. I also have a list of needed equipment for specific shoots that I laminated and attached to the storage shelves. With this in mind, I find a better peace of mind knowing that I didn't leave something at home. One thing I want to go back and do is to build a charging station on the book shelves so that I can keep batteries charged and ready to go.
Same here, but I also store my bodies and lenses in plastic tubs with a lid attached so that they stay in a dust-free environment. I am also constantly adding those desiccant packs that come with other stuff, so that the moisture in the tubs will be very low. I also have a separate covered bin that I keep spare lens caps, filters, memory cards, and batteries in I have several camera bags and always had to search through all of them in order to pack a bag for a specific shoot. So I started storing all equipment unpacked to make it easier to find things and then not forget something. I also have a list of needed equipment for specific shoots that I laminated and attached to the storage shelves. With this in mind, I find a better peace of mind knowing that I didn't leave something at home. One thing I want to go back and do is to build a charging station on the book shelves so that I can keep batteries charged and ready to go.
bodiebill wrote:
What are the best practices for the care and storage of cameras and lenses?
Keep them dust and fungus free?
Rubbermaid plastic container with silica-gel. It works fine for me.
I pack them in an extra back pack or in a drawer in a old file cabinet. Always have both end caps. PS my caps have the lens size on it for both full frame and non full frame (100/160)as I have a 5D and a 7D that I usually use.
I use my Ruggard 80L cabinet.
In a 24x24x4in drawer for a bunch of lenses, two mirrorless cameras, a compact mirrorless and cleaning stuff, batteries, etc. However, just got a battery grip which screwed everything up🤔🤔🤔
sm24:
Just bought one from B&H and finished setting it up with all my cameras and lenses yesterday. Much better than the Vanguard bag I was using, plus it’s large enough to also house much of the miscellaneous gear, (tripod heads, flash, Extra batteries, chargers, etc.).
I keep my A6000 and P900 and three Sony lenses in a camera backpack in a closet. Lenses all have their end caps on. I keep my RX100VII in a small leather belt pouch, which I put inside a Sony camera bag. My wrist strap, remote shutter release, batteries and wall charging unit also fit in the bag, along with cleaning supplies. Very compact and clean, and it fits in a cabinet in my computer desk. I’ve done that for 6 years and no problems.
As you may have noticed, I'm a Cheap Bastard.
I use shoe protectors used for packing, traveling, etc.
Nothing like a hardcase, they're mostly thick breathable material.
But dust, dirt, small spills aren't a problem.
Do you know when these sale events take place. I want to buy one of the Ruggard Cabinets.
Thank you
Watch around October that's when I purchase my Ruggard 80L for $149.00
Petunia in NY wrote:
I use a 70 quart clear underbed plastic bin with a split latching lid and wheels. The wheels allow me to pull the entire thing out easily from under the bed. The split top allows me to only open 1 end (exposing half of the interior) if I don't need access to the entire bin.
Inside the bin I have 2 Ikea drawer organizers from their SKUBB line and each compartment is labelled with the lens that it stores. (The ones I use have been discontinued but the current SKUBB boxes allow you to customize your space to your liking.)
With this set up I have everything in one place and I can easily pick what I need for a particular photo outing.
www.lowes.com/pd/Style-Selections-Bella-Storage-Solution-18-Gallon-70-Quart-Clear-Underbed-Tote-with-Latching-Lid/50157794I use a 70 quart clear underbed plastic bin with a... (
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Now if I could just fit all my gear in 18 gallons.
Bill
And unfortunately that sale was a little over a week ago...
bodiebill wrote:
What are the best practices for the care and storage of cameras and lenses?
Keep them dust and fungus free?
All cameras and lenses kept in three camera bags on the floor in my closet. Room temperature or slightly cooler. No problems in years.
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