Water Proofing my Camera

[Marsha050]

We are going on a fishing trip in October. I would like a water proof case to put my Canon EOS 20D camera in. I have looked for such a case and can't find one for my camera. Is there such a thing that I can keep on the camera and still shoot?

[Emenresu]

there are such cases but they cost upwards of $1000, take a look on www.bhphotovideo.com if you still want to get one

[cruzyn56]

Kata makes a decent rain cover that will protect it from sea spray. If you are worried that it might get immersed in water then the waterproof housings are in store. They are pricey and heavy. Not something I would want to hold up to my eye for any length of time. Underwater they are fine. There is also a bag that is said to be good to about 10 feet.

[ACDCROCKS]

personally I wouldnt even try what your doing with all the possiblities, if you have the money to replace your 20d incase of a mis hap, or have insurance on, still I wouldnt bring it. I would invest in a one time ues digital personaly. But like one said you can buy a housing, but they cost a lot of money, thats some L money being lost their ;)

[ijohnson]

plastic bag?

http://www.pbase.com/itj12345/image/59788190/large.jpg

This was my set-up yesterday morning. It is scary but there is not reason why it wouldn't provide the extra protection. I advise using a clear plastic bag so that you don't have to put your head in it.

Just cut a hole in the plastic bag that is slightly smaller than the opening to your lens hood. Then pull the bag on the lens nice and snug and then put the lens hood on to secure it. I suppose it could work with a rubber band too. I haven't tried.

Also, if you are just fishing and worried about a little spray, I say your camera can hack it totally naked. I have done that a few times and fortunately never drank enough to drop it in the water or anything.

[Double Negative]

Kata makes a decent rain cover that will protect it from sea spray. If you are worried that it might get immersed in water then the waterproof housings are in store. They are pricey and heavy. Not something I would want to hold up to my eye for any length of time. Underwater they are fine. There is also a bag that is said to be good to about 10 feet.
Yep, Kata makes some good solutions.

If you're looking for offline storage, check out Pelican cases.

[lakiluno]

Unless its ocean going fishing in a tiny boat, just a spray-protecting bag would do. If your really worried, buy a 30litre drybag and put your camera equipment in it when your not using it, so if you tip then only the stuff your using gets wet :D

Leo

[Marsha050]

Thank you very much for all the ideas. We will be floating down a river Salmon fishing. I hate to fish but the scenery will be awesome in October.. I will check out all the possiblities.

[Mike K]

We are going on a fishing trip in October. I would like a water proof case to put my Canon EOS 20D camera in. I have looked for such a case and can't find one for my camera. Is there such a thing that I can keep on the camera and still shoot?

Hard plastic cases exist for the diving market and being custom made for each camera tend to run about $1000 or more. There is one manufacture that makes large plastic bags for underwater use, Ewa marine. They are not rated for depths as the water pressure will press the bag around the camera making it impossible to use. However they are fine for snorkelling and boating applications. They still are not cheap, but are more moderately priced and will allow worry free use while being carried in a boat. The bag makes quick acess to all of the controls rather difficult, though.
http://www.ewamarine.com/english/index.htm

Another alternative is simply a waterproof gear bag along with your other clothing and food. However your camera will not be on the ready if you need to whip it out to land that lunker.
Mike K

[Marsha050]

Mike K.. thank you so much for the link. Found what I want and it will do prefectly and not break the bank.

[rklepper]

One I use, which works great is the storm jacket. I shoot track in all sorts of inclement weather and this works great. Storm Jacket (http://www.stormjacket.com/products.html)

[Marsha050]

Wow, another good device... thank you Doc

[sam walker]

Try not to push it. My first super zoom was a Fugi5000 . Ok in a sprinkle. I lost all function of the cam in a downpour last August. I never take the new cam out without a ziplock bag in my pocket.
Sam

[Marsha050]

Good idea Sam... I do carry several zip lock bags in my camera pack just in case. Just wanted something more substantial for this trip.

[Double Negative]

Another idea is a waterproof backpack!

Check out Lowe Pro's Dryzone 100/200 models. I have the 100 series and it's enough to hold everything in my sig and then some (save for the Tamron and one 'pod). When fully zipped, it'll float down the river with your gear... But at least it'll be dry. :)

[Marsha050]

I would like the back pack, but I really want something that will keep my camera dry from the mist of the water if there is any... I am the optimist about 98% of the time... so I plan that the camera won't be in the water completely, but have to account for the 2% and will probaby get the camera waterproff case. I want my camera handy at all times to shot what ever comes by.

I am really going for the photo opportunity, not the fishing... :o)

[codex0]

My personal "waterproofing" is a Pelican case while the camera is not out and insurance when it is out. I use my 20D while canoeing; I'm always sure that I'm not in the middle of a rapid (of course), sitting in the bottom of my Solo 13.