Do you use your cameras in the rain?

[Poptart]

I have a Nikonos for that.

 

[derevaun]

My policy is, if I don't need a rain hat the camera doesn't need special protection. Here in the "rainy" Northwest, more than a drizzle is rare (most years) and hardly anybody uses a rain hat or umbrellas.

 

[peter_n]

I have no problem using my cams in the rain. I'm careful though. Recommendation for waterproofing your canvas photo bag: Nikwax TX.Direct Spray-On. Truly excellent - I sprayed my Safrotto F-803 clone thoroughly at the beginning of winter and the bag is waterproof!

 

[StuartR]

I will use mechanical cameras in the rain (Leica M's, Hassleblad etc), but I try to be very careful with digital cameras or with highly electronic cameras. Usually, no matter how hard it is raining or snowing, holding an umbrella between your neck and shoulders will allow you to shoot with both hands and still cover the camera. That's how I took these shots in the wet snow:

 

[lubitel]

beautiful photos! I'll try to get a better grip on my umbrella and shoot more in rain.

 

[Stephanie Brim]

Shot with my SLR. It wasn't raining hard...more like a sprinkle...which is why the water is standing still in both shots.

These were on the same roll using Kodak Ultra Color 400 film.

 

[gabrielelopez]

I have some of my cameras always with me....rain or not, when it calls to shoot, I do it....I try to don't take them exposed too long, but I prefer to use them until they melt, I have not an excessive care, I guess..

 

[smiling gecko]

splish, splash...

i have over the years taken a variety of cameras out in the rain and suffered no major disasters. keeping the camera under my parka & putting a dry bandana over it and using door overhangs, awnings, etc to keep out of the main down pour.

i haven't in awhile & this post will encourage me to try anew...atleast semi-cautiously.

thanks for the inspiration.

alright, that's enough photo-rambling for now. thank you all for your indulgence wading through, yet another, stream of consciousness of mine.

hasta la vista, adieu, dasvidanya ,fino al prossimo tempo, auf wiedersehen, and later y’all :dance:
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[rover]

Um, no.

I don't go out in the rain if I don't have to, why would my cameras?

 

[Ash]

I'm torn between the want for a great 'people in the rain' shot, and the need to keep my camera's in great condition. Since my RF's are russian, i'd hate to make them oxidise too fast and have to go without a pie for a day or two to afford another one

I dont mind a drop of water, but only if it's easily wiped off... so no TLR's in the rain!

 

[joebt]

I use my E-1 in the rain when I have to. I have even used it on a small boat where it was completely drenched by the Pacific Ocean salt water, and as far as I know, it still works.

I am curious about using my M6TTL in the rain though?

 

[Ash]

I'm planning on making a small umbrella that attaches to the accessory shoe, fully compactible - it'll fold down.

anyone interested, send me cash and i'll get started

 

[ampguy]

2 photos

2 photos

here are 2 photos I took in marin a couple ofyears ago during the hardest rains ever, the lens is a Leica:

1.3mb, and 1.4 mb files:

http://www.tedm.com/photos/rainyhike.jpg

http://www.tedm.com/photos/rainyhike2.jpg

 

[peter_n]

I am curious about using my M6TTL in the rain though?

I use mine with care. Had it for three years and so far no problems.

 

[colyn]

I use my camera in the rain (when it rains here) but it is shielded so it won't get wet. However I never take an electronic camera out in the rain just my manual ones.

 

[narsuitus]

I avoid using automatic/electronic cameras in the rain.

If the weather is too severe for my manual/mechanical cameras, then I use a Nikonos III underwater camera with a 35mm and an 80mm lens.

 

[MartinP]

Interesting question . . . A few years ago I travelled by bicycle from Spain to England, from March to June. It was variously very wet, very cold, very hot and very sunny. I slept in a tent during the trip. The camera & gear was carried in a not-so-waterproof handlebar bag on the bike and was used in all weathers with only moderate precautions. The camera was a Contax 139 (an all-electronic slr) and never gave any problem.

Afterwards, I had the kit serviced by an Arriflex (movie cameras) mechanic and he asked how there came to be mould inside the body parts of the camera . . . These machines are for using after all ! For decent quality gear, rain shouldn't be an immediate problem I think - famous last words )

 

[Dougg]

When we travel to Hawaii, it's in November, and one just puts up with daily light rain showers. I don't mind getting a little of this on the camera but try to shelter it under my arm. When the surf is up, there can be some dramatic shots if you get close to it, but that risks salt spray on camera and lens. I'll wipe the camera down later with a cloth dampened with fresh water, and a filter protects the front element of the lens.

 

[rvaubel]

I shoot in the rain. I've never had a problem with even film or digital. Where mold is not a problem, just dry the camera off with a towel and forget it. I would be more carefull in a moldy climate and make sure the camera is thoughly dry. That means getting warmed up completely in a dry envirorment.

cameras are for using

Rex

 

[steenkamp]

I'am almost waiting for the rain. Rain is fantastic for BW pictures. I've used both, my M6 and my 5D in rain and never had any problems. I try to protect my cameras under my jacket if there's nothing to take pictures of...

Guido