Gifted One Loc: S. E. Idaho

Try ear plugs. That may keep the dirt from getting into the ear canal. Camera & glass once wet or dirty protection gone.

J. R.

rcarol

I would have considered using the following product:
https://www.samys.com/p/Camera-Wraps--Skins/9001132/18-Rainsleeve-2-Pack/23607.html?origin=product-search&gclid=CjwKCAiAyrXiBRAjEiwATI95mZRnOgUaoieQP53xlpFLBSnl_CoGnZKz9Gegz5v9SOXxrTPi2i_MnhoCV14QAvD_BwE

bsprague Loc: Lacey, WA, USA

Those are pretty good. Adding a couple rubber bands and a protective filter make them even better.

HardworkingGal

As a newbie was wondering what inexpensive gear protection was available....thank you for this recommendation looks like an easy to use inexpensive solution; I will be getting a set of these to have on hand.

Selene03

I bought a refurbished Canon sl2 and 70-300 usm II nano lens to use in boats and other places where I don't want to risk one of my better cameras. I agree with those who say the tough cameras won't cut it--they are too limited in features and in zoom capabilities. My solution has worked. A whale spouted on my first camera (the flash doesn't pop up any more, but still flashes correctly if manually raised--not that I have ever used the flash except to see if still worked). My friend is still using it and getting beautiful photos. I flipped my kayak and had the second camera in a non-drybag backpack, more of a purse really. The camera survived just fine--no damage, though I had to replace the lens. Drybags are great for protecting camears and the day I flipped the kayak was the only day I forgot to put the camera in--some kind of law there. I try to look for sales on the refurbished gear, so I don't have a big investment, but except for the lens, all has been fine. Before I adopted this solution, I used a variety of tough cameras and a very old (9 years) Panasonic point and shoot--which would stop working when it got too wet, but wasn't bad when dry. It still works by the way, though it has spent some time in bags of rice to dry it out.

I was honestly amazed at how well even the bottom of the line Canon camera survived getting dunked without taking water in. I think the Canon guys who looked at were pretty amazed too. Not that I would recommend taking a camera out without a drybag. As for dust, I have had plenty of that too with my good cameras. Maybe a rainsleeve????

Bipod

Tips to keep a camera dry and prevent corrosion:
* Pack it inside plastic a food storage container along with a fresh dessicant pack
* A zip-lock bag with a dessicant pack can also be used, but won't last as long
* Most hotels have plastic showe caps that can be used to cover a camera in the rain.
* At night in your hotel, take the camera out of its case and allow it to dry
* Take the batteries out of the camera when it is not in use
* Do not touch electrical contact surfaces with your hands

Most (all?) have a constant , tiny current drain to operate the clock. In a damp
environment, this creates constant corrosion.

Sealed containers or bags without a dessicant pack are a bad idea--they trap moisture.

Or leave the good camera home and take a few disposable cameras instead.
The lenses are plastic, but the film is very good. You'll worry a lot less
about a camera that only cost around $10.

wdross Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado

Only three choices in my opinion. Weatherproof Panasonic or Olympus or the Olympus TG-5. I have shot on FAMs also and found the smaller 4/3rds fits better to the FAM style of travel. For the picture you provided, the TG-5 or similar camera would be best, but the weatherproof Olympuses and Panasonics are not wimps in weather and probably would have weathered what you showed in the picture. I have shot all day long in the rain with my former E-M5 and now my E-M1 mrII. I wash off any salt spray, sand, and dirt under gently running water from the faucet and then towel dry. Olympus said they were weatherproof and I took them at their word. I do not baby my camera and lens in times of rain, wind, snow, sand, dust, and dirt. My cameras so far have proved everything Olympus claims.

wdross Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado

If you want another test, try getting the macro flash attachment. Absolutely amazing ability.

burkphoto Loc: High Point, NC

Unfortunately, Canons are known for their lack of resistance to water. Tony and Chelsea Northrup once took a couple of 5D IIIs on a job in the snow, sleet, and freezing rain. They had Lumix cameras with them, too. Both 5D IIIs quit working when they got wet, but the Lumix gear just kept going.

I use a Lumix GH4. It is weather-resistant, and so are my 12-35mm and 35-70mm f/2.8 zoom lenses (24-200mm FF equivalent field of view). I've used the system in 12F and 101F weather, and it's been rained on several times. I spilled a mug of hot black coffee on the camera once. It has never quit on me, overheated, frozen up, or leaked. The G9 and the GH5 and GH5s are similarly weather-resistant, although even better sealed. Panasonic has made several other lenses weather-resistant, too.

I carry two kitchen size trash bags under the foam floor of my camera bag, for emergencies. I have clear glass filters, ND3 and ND8 filters (an absolute necessity for decent video work!), and circular polarizers. My zooms ALWAYS have hoods attached, but I only use filters when I truly need them for protection or effects. The clear glass goes on at the beach, or around any process that could throw off debris, sparks, particulates or liquids. I also use it at events where I'm working in a crowd.

I do have one UV filter, but I never use it below 5000 feet. If I still used film, that would be a different story. If I'm photographing anything with a point light source in a relatively dark field (think: stars), ALL the filters stay in the bag. Using filters in that case is just asking for lens flares and ghost images.

wdross Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado

Thanks for filling us in on the Panasonic cameras. I know that all but the Olympus E-M10 series are weatherproof. I wasn't sure which of the Panasonics were. Sounds like you have had the similar weather and other accidents (I accidentally spilled hot coffee on my E-M1 mrII; once it was rinsed and dried, it was ready to go).

For most rain, dust, and dirt situations, I use an artificial chamois to remove the majority of water from the front element, followed by microfiber towel and lens cloth. It is easier to wring more water out of them than a cotton handkerchief (as I found out the hard way).

Do you have a particular method for water removal from the front element?

PierreD

Suggestion of the day: Before a trip during which you will take pictures in harsh environments, make sure that your camera can handle it. If not, then either no camera or another model.

Other have already commented that the Olympus TG-5 (and some others) is a top choice.

hookedupin2005 Loc: Northwestern New Mexico

He could have been stuck just as easy with his jeep... My jeep always had a winch on the front.

duane klipping Loc: Bristow iowa

My thoughts too. And 10k to do buggy riding in a jungle. 10k is a lot for Dominican vacation unless paying for the whole party. To each their own.

I agree with many not to take your good gear in those conditions.

Grnway Loc: Manchester, NH

All excellent points! When I take my camera to any outdoor activity, I bring a gallon (or larger, depending on lens size, food storage bag. I never thought to throw a silica gel pack in there, but i will now.
My camera (Fuji xt-2 &3) bodies and lenses are all weather sealed, but that doesn't mean I want to test that.

From the looks of your gear, you obviously are used to very high IQ. Frankly, I'm surprised that you consider that Sigma 1.4 Art lens to be "expendable"! That's a sweet lens!

I would seriously consider the previously suggested camera purchases instead of taking the attitude of considering a 70D and the Sigma lens "expendable."

I would also consider a newer cell phone with a Lifeproof, or similar case. The IQ of an iPhone, Samsung, Google, or anything within the last few years is amazing! For the type of photo you took, this would have surprisingly good IQ

rwww80a Loc: Hampton, NH

Buy a used Nikonos!