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Is there such thing as a rainproof cover for JUST a body? (Specifically, the X-S10)

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MarcosV Veteran Member • Posts: 6,522
Re: Is there such thing as a rainproof cover for JUST a body? (Specifically, the X-S10)

Peter Foiles wrote:

Why?? The "R" in WR is for resistant not proof so a rain cover that includes the lens is a good thing. You should think of the body/lens combo as a single functional unit and protect it as such. From an engineering perspective trying to protect one part while not protecting the other is a bad approach for a number of reasons.

Agreed.  Have you ever noticed the play when jiggling some lens/body combinations?  Water can get into the lens/body mount interface as well as in other parts of the lens.

I always have microfiber cloths to wipe down my camera if it gets covered with mist.

I also always carry some compact OptechPro/USA disposable rain covers with a draw string to cinch around the lens barrel.  They have a cutout for the EVF that requires being able to remove the EVF eye cup --- some Fujifilm bodies don't have removable eye cups

Ultimately I don't rely on WR seals on lens/body to keep water from getting into my camera, especially if I'm in a downpour, like afternoon monsoon rains.  I also got a set of Think Tank Photo Camera Rain Covers for those situations.

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