High Tech Water Protection for Camera

Rockindad
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High Tech Water Protection for Camera Jul 26, 2021 18:51:22 GMT -5 catskillrocks, manofglass, and 5 more like this

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Post by Rockindad on Jul 26, 2021 18:51:22 GMT -5

After being dissatisfied with what was available at my local camera gear shop I decided to make my own water resistant setup. This was for an excursion that was somewhat last minute so I did not have any time to explore any other options online. This was used in extremely wet environments and it worked flawlessly. I will try to get some pictures up this week from this adventure.

As I had to make this with what was on hand I ended up with:

A "Jumbo" storage bag: www.amazon.com/Hefty-Slider-Jumbo-Storage-Gallon/dp/B0917V9LP1/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIp_HSpvOB8gIVmAaICR2G0QoTEAAYASAAEgItOfD_BwE&hvadid=177786278574&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9005508&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=13347270602300790637&hvtargid=kwd-142443426531&hydadcr=21443_9712249&keywords=hefty+jumbo+storage+slider&qid=1627342530&sr=8-4

Some "No residue" tape: www.amazon.com/Polyken-827-Polyethylene-Premium-Multi-Purpose/dp/B00EFYVPLA/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIwKTMuPOB8gIVEaCzCh38Mg8cEAAYAiAAEgLOvvD_BwE&hvadid=410013245460&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9005508&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=b&hvrand=5678739594171275569&hvtargid=kwd-463669098&hydadcr=25239_11417469&keywords=polyken+tape&qid=1627342564&sr=8-5

A small hole was cut into the bottom of the bag and then stretched over the lens hood. It was then taped generously. Very strong adhesive that leaves no residue- two thumbs up. The bag was big enough to to access the camera when safe to do so and allow focusing/zooming of the lens. The zip-style bag made it all the easier. When things were not too extreme I had the bag cracked open enough to use my wrist strap, but 80% of the time it was fully sealed. I did put a clear protector on the lens for additional protection as it is only "weather resistant". All in all very happy, going to add these supplies to my bag.

Rockindad(Al), enjoying the hobby with my son.

perkins17 driving up their electric bill Member since July 2021 Posts: 2,337	High Tech Water Protection for Camera Jul 26, 2021 19:04:50 GMT -5 via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by perkins17 on Jul 26, 2021 19:04:50 GMT -5 That's a good idea!

Rockindad
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High Tech Water Protection for Camera Jul 26, 2021 19:11:13 GMT -5 manofglass, Pat, and 4 more like this

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Post by Rockindad on Jul 26, 2021 19:11:13 GMT -5

I'll put up one tonight then off to bed, have to get up very early tomorrow.

At this point I'm soaked, the bag is soaked, the lens is soaked. The camera? I'm having second thoughts at this point but it's too late, all in. My lens cloths are dripping and there is not a dry spot left on my shirt/shorts to be had. Do my best to swipe the plastic bag with my thumb quickly to see the viewfinder but am shooting blind for the most part. Having so much fun and hoping at least some of these come out.

Not the best photo but shows the conditions.

Rockindad(Al), enjoying the hobby with my son.

parfive no longer being taken for granite Member since August 2005 Posts: 9,606	High Tech Water Protection for Camera Jul 26, 2021 19:44:09 GMT -5 catskillrocks likes this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by parfive on Jul 26, 2021 19:44:09 GMT -5 Made in the Mist, eh?
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High Tech Water Protection for Camera Jul 26, 2021 19:54:48 GMT -5

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Post by pizzano on Jul 26, 2021 19:54:48 GMT -5

I realize, things at hand..........condensation and humidity are now the only culprits for foggy, spotty, lens bubbles.....!

They make "rain sleeves" for such, about $10.00....they work, done that.

For about $40.00, there's a company (Zonman) that makes a "bag" for longer routine use.......have a friend that uses one, like today, seasons first real rain event here.........he was out shooting (trying to), time lapse lightning strikes........when/where's the flash, right before the thunder.......lol

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Rockindad fully equipped rock polisher Member since January 2019 Posts: 1,817	High Tech Water Protection for Camera Jul 27, 2021 6:29:00 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Rockindad on Jul 27, 2021 6:29:00 GMT -5 Jul 26, 2021 19:44:09 GMT -5 parfive said: Made in the Mist, eh? Nailed it.
	Rockindad(Al), enjoying the hobby with my son.

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High Tech Water Protection for Camera Jul 27, 2021 6:39:34 GMT -5 pizzano and jasoninsd like this

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Post by Rockindad on Jul 27, 2021 6:39:34 GMT -5

Jul 26, 2021 19:54:48 GMT -5 pizzano said:

I realize, things at hand..........condensation and humidity are now the only culprits for foggy, spotty, lens bubbles.....!

They make "rain sleeves" for such, about $10.00....they work, done that.

For about $40.00, there's a company (Zonman) that makes a "bag" for longer routine use.......have a friend that uses one, like today, seasons first real rain event here.........he was out shooting (trying to), time lapse lightning strikes........when/where's the flash, right before the thunder.......lol

Was fortunate enough that it was a nice day so any time we were walking around I turned the bag inside out and that dried out everything nicely. The lens protector worked better than expected. I was going to use a light coating of plumbers grease on the threads for added protection but decided I didn’t want struggle with removing it from the lens threads when I was done.

Rockindad(Al), enjoying the hobby with my son.

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High Tech Water Protection for Camera Jul 27, 2021 18:58:09 GMT -5

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Post by pizzano on Jul 27, 2021 18:58:09 GMT -5

Jul 27, 2021 6:39:34 GMT -5 Rockindad said:

Jul 26, 2021 19:54:48 GMT -5 pizzano said:

I realize, things at hand..........condensation and humidity are now the only culprits for foggy, spotty, lens bubbles.....!

They make "rain sleeves" for such, about $10.00....they work, done that.

For about $40.00, there's a company (Zonman) that makes a "bag" for longer routine use.......have a friend that uses one, like today, seasons first real rain event here.........he was out shooting (trying to), time lapse lightning strikes........when/where's the flash, right before the thunder.......lol

Was fortunate enough that it was a nice day so any time we were walking around I turned the bag inside out and that dried out everything nicely. The lens protector worked better than expected. I was going to use a light coating of plumbers grease on the threads for added protection but decided I didn’t want struggle with removing it from the lens threads when I was done.

Good choice, no (of any kind) of grease anywhere near a camera......... Period....!

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