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Weather-sealed gear and lens front element

Started Dec 15, 2019 | Discussions thread
HRC2016 Veteran Member • Posts: 6,874
Photographers are a paranoid bunch

Unless it's independently tested, weather-resistant claims are marketing hype.

I've shot in all kinds of weather conditions, including a helicopter hovering over a lake about 50 meters away. Never had gear fail due to weather.

The only time I carry an umbrella is for photography. Just use a tripod/self timer, angle the umbrella away from the front of the lens and wipe the lens between shots.

But photographers will pay more for emotional security. Consider backpacks that tout their security features!

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