Too cold for cameras?
Dec 27, 2017 06:29:30 #
I would love to take my new Canon 77D outside but not at 5˚F. It is just too cold.
I think I read in the manual, that the LCD won't even work. Also, I worry about the sensor.
Any comments? How cold is too cold?
I think I read in the manual, that the LCD won't even work. Also, I worry about the sensor.
Any comments? How cold is too cold?
Dec 27, 2017 06:35:15 #
Here is a good article on the subject: https://www.adorama.com/alc/0008151/article/Winter-photography-tips
Dec 27, 2017 06:43:32 #
rdubreuil
Loc: Dummer, NH USA
GalaxyCat wrote:
I would love to take my new Canon 77D outside but not at 5ËF. It is just too cold.
I think I read in the manual, that the LCD won't even work. Also, I worry about the sensor.
Any comments? How cold is too cold?
I think I read in the manual, that the LCD won't even work. Also, I worry about the sensor.
Any comments? How cold is too cold?
Per Canon's website, under the specifications for your camera are the "recommended" environmental ranges for temperature and humidity.
Dec 27, 2017 06:45:33 #
Here is an other short article as well: http://www.photographymad.com/pages/view/how-to-protect-your-digital-camera-in-cold-weather
Dec 27, 2017 06:50:48 #
GalaxyCat wrote:
I would love to take my new Canon 77D outside but not at 5˚F. It is just too cold.
I think I read in the manual, that the LCD won't even work. Also, I worry about the sensor.
Any comments? How cold is too cold?
I think I read in the manual, that the LCD won't even work. Also, I worry about the sensor.
Any comments? How cold is too cold?
That's we we have never seen photographs of the north or south poles. Too cold!
Don't worry about it. I don't. It's 5° here now, but that's too cold for me.
http://digital-photography-school.com/how-to-take-care-of-your-camera-in-cold-weather/
Dec 27, 2017 06:58:39 #
My camera will never have to worry about that because it's owner (that's me) will never subject myself or my camera to that extreme cold LOL.
Dec 27, 2017 07:02:46 #
I've used my cameras at zero for several hours at a time every winter for the past 11 years with no problems. Nikon D200 up to the D810. And a variety of Nikon, Tamron and Sigma lenses.
Dec 27, 2017 07:03:25 #
GalaxyCat wrote:
I would love to take my new Canon 77D outside but not at 5˚F. It is just too cold.
I think I read in the manual, that the LCD won't even work. Also, I worry about the sensor.
Any comments? How cold is too cold?
I think I read in the manual, that the LCD won't even work. Also, I worry about the sensor.
Any comments? How cold is too cold?
In the military in the 60s, we used both Nikon SLRs and Lecia Rangefinders, primarily M3/M4. If we expected below zero conditions, we'd put the Nikons away and just use the Leicas. Never had any issues with them and used them down to a about 35 below. Not sure about current cameras, but I've used both my Sony and Nikon DSLRs down to about zero with no issues. Plenty of issues with me, but not the body/lens combos.... 😎
Dec 27, 2017 07:03:35 #
Resqu2
Loc: SW Va
Took my Canon 6D up on a mountain last year during a big snow storm, the temp was a nice -7 without counting windchill. I was in and out of the vehicle taking pics, camera worked great.
Dec 27, 2017 07:09:00 #
It's 1 this morning and I wouldn't have a problem taking my camera out, It's ME I'm worried about.
Dec 27, 2017 07:15:28 #
Dec 27, 2017 07:22:46 #
I do remember my old Pentax Spotmatic (film) freezing-up after a session in the snow - it recovered when I got home and let it warm gently. The current Canon has not had that opportunity as I’m further south now and seldom see snow.
Dec 27, 2017 07:26:27 #
I have used my canon in extreme cold conditions. I would sit on my back deck waiting for birds to come to the feeders. One thing I did learn was to put your camera in a plastic bag such as a garbage bag when you come in. you place the camera and lens inside the bag and close it up and wait for it to come to room temperature. this help keep condensation out of it
Dec 27, 2017 08:04:04 #
5 degrees cold...thatâs not bad. Iâve used my gear in negative 20-30 degree weather. Not for long periods of time as usually the fingers stop working in that temperature.
Go out and shoot and have fun. How else are you going to get pictures like this:
Go out and shoot and have fun. How else are you going to get pictures like this:
Dec 27, 2017 08:08:37 #
If I had your camera and I wanted to know everything about it in the cold I would ask those that manufacture and sell the camera. I am sure that there are people here who have used the camera in the cold and could be of great help.
I would not be concerned about the sensor, they tend to get hot during operation and in cold weather that is not going to happen. Li-ion batteries is another story, when they get cold they get sluggish so trying to keep them warm and having a replacement is recommended.
Finally, going from a heated room into the cold requires especial precautions. Keep the camera in your camera bag with the lens cap on and remove the camera from the camera bag to begin shooting after about 15 min. outdoors. Some use a zipbag with the same purpose. If that is not done the risk of condensation inside the lens and camera is high.
I would not be concerned about the sensor, they tend to get hot during operation and in cold weather that is not going to happen. Li-ion batteries is another story, when they get cold they get sluggish so trying to keep them warm and having a replacement is recommended.
Finally, going from a heated room into the cold requires especial precautions. Keep the camera in your camera bag with the lens cap on and remove the camera from the camera bag to begin shooting after about 15 min. outdoors. Some use a zipbag with the same purpose. If that is not done the risk of condensation inside the lens and camera is high.
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