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are there any point & shoots that can be used in a full out downpour or a freezing blizzard?
i'm thinking about when i walk the dog and don't want to carry anything big...my dog loves walking in the snow...
i'm thinking about when i walk the dog and don't want to carry anything big...my dog loves walking in the snow...
Timmyjoe
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I covered a story last winter in a blizzard with a Nikon 1 V2 and 10mm lens. Had a second V2 with the 32mm lens. Both survived about three hours of heavy snow. I remember having to clean each camera that was hanging by my side while I used the other. The snow piled up real nice on that 32mm.
Steve Bellayr
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Nikonos V. You can use it in the pool and the ocean and even diving. The standard lens is a Nikon 35mm f2.5 which is of the same design of the 35mm f2.5 rangefinder lens for Nikon.
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don't they make water/weather proof digitals now?
anyone with some experience?
anyone with some experience?
mpaniagua
Newby photographer
Iphone? 
MikeMGB
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I just ordered a Panasonic DMC-TS6Z, 16mp, shockproof, waterproof, freezproof, having not long ago lost a camera to a downpour I wanted something that would survive tough conditions.
kxl
Social Documentary
Olympus Stylus TOUGH TG-4 Digital Camera
"Available in black or red. The TG series continues to improve and the TG-4 is the archetype of a tough camera. It can shoot underwater to a depth of 50', operate in temperatures as low as 14°F, and with dual protective frames, it’s shockproof from a 7-foot fall and crushproof to 220 lbf. In addition, its lens and 3.0" OLED monitor are coated to prevent scratching and to keep rain and condensation from obscuring your view. It’s also sealed to prevent dirt, sand, and dust from getting inside and its battery door is double-locked to preclude accidental opening." -- from B&H
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/prod...s_v104160bu000_stylus_tough_tg_4_digital.html
"Available in black or red. The TG series continues to improve and the TG-4 is the archetype of a tough camera. It can shoot underwater to a depth of 50', operate in temperatures as low as 14°F, and with dual protective frames, it’s shockproof from a 7-foot fall and crushproof to 220 lbf. In addition, its lens and 3.0" OLED monitor are coated to prevent scratching and to keep rain and condensation from obscuring your view. It’s also sealed to prevent dirt, sand, and dust from getting inside and its battery door is double-locked to preclude accidental opening." -- from B&H
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/prod...s_v104160bu000_stylus_tough_tg_4_digital.html
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oly seems to be the winner in this fight...but 500 big ones for a p&s is a hurtful thing...
mpaniagua
Newby photographer
ebayx has some listings from $300.00
ChrisPlatt
Thread Killer
The Olympus Stylus Epic (mju II) is a compact 35mm film camera with remarkable 35mm f/2.8 aspherical lens renowned for image quality.
At one time it was a favorite point and shoot camera at RFF; I recall nearly everyone here either had one or wanted one.
With its clamshell case it is quite pocketable, and weather-resistant design makes it useful in any weather, though it is not submersible.
Chris
mpaniagua
Newby photographer
Oh yeah. Thats my current point and shoot. Didnt know it was weather resistant. Usually take very much care of it. It doenst look that tough.
ferider
Veteran
Iphone?
Joke aside, the iPhone 7+ is probably the best choice. Small, water-proof and 2 lenses.
emraphoto
Veteran
Nikon AW1. i know many photojournalists who use them. submerge them if need be, very fast operators and excellent video.
there's a few excellent photojournalists on this site, with nom de guerres, and i know at least 2 of them who could give feedback on the AW1.
there's a few excellent photojournalists on this site, with nom de guerres, and i know at least 2 of them who could give feedback on the AW1.
nickthetasmaniac
Veteran
I don't think it's what it was intended for, but I've used my GR in some fairly nasty weather... It usually lives in the breast pocket of my Gore-Tex when I'm hiking. It's always worked fine as long as I can stick it in front of a heater at the end of the day.
As a qualifier though, there's a big difference between a downpour and a blizzard. In my experience, if it's snow and it's below freezing then it's usually dry and I'm happy to pull the camera out. If it's a downpour (usually the case where I'm from), then I'm a lot more cautious.
As a qualifier though, there's a big difference between a downpour and a blizzard. In my experience, if it's snow and it's below freezing then it's usually dry and I'm happy to pull the camera out. If it's a downpour (usually the case where I'm from), then I'm a lot more cautious.
giganova
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Blizzard, yeah, right. You just want an excuse to buy another Leica!
mpaniagua
Newby photographer
Joking aside, yeah, even if Im not an Iphone fan, I thing it would be the best choice. I suppose you can even use some kind of case for maximum protection.
BillBingham2
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On this thread, post #32 suggests a site that you might find a better priced P&S, though they are refurbished.
http://rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=155879
I saw one the other night, but don't remember the price or of they ship up north.
B2 (;->
http://rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=155879
I saw one the other night, but don't remember the price or of they ship up north.
B2 (;->
YouAreHere
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Digital or film?
If film, Konica made a series of rugged film cameras meant for construction sites and the like. A less expensive alternative would be any of the single-use waterproof cameras.
If film, Konica made a series of rugged film cameras meant for construction sites and the like. A less expensive alternative would be any of the single-use waterproof cameras.
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might be too big for a coat pocket...
i have a fear that i would start a small system, with extra lenses etc...otherwise, it seems like a pretty cool kit.