should i take g2 into rainforest?

[cxn147]

I am going to be visiting the rainforest in costa rica in a few weeks. Don't know if anyone else has taken the g2 into a similar environment, but is that safe at all?

I read that within 10 minutes in the rainforest, even your eyeglasses can develop moisture on it. I guess it's best to leave it home. :(

Has anyone dealt with such humidity before and had their camera equipment survive that? Any suggestions?
thanks

[dicky109]

I haven't had experience in a hot rain forest, however, last July I was in the rain forest in southeast Alaska, which is warm, but not tropical, with my G-1. We were hiking through the woods, and yes my glasses did fog up immediately, however the G-1 performed very well with no problems. Just take the normal wet-weather precautions.

I believe the fog forms due to temperature differences. My glasses, being on my body were warmer than the air, and so the fog would form. The camera, was at the same ambient air temperature as its environment, therefore, no problem.

I don't have experience with them, however, one option, if you're really concerned about moisture, is to get one of the relatively inexpensive Ewa-Marine underwater housings, that are like a plastic bag. That should seal your camera against the elements & not be overly large. The manufacturer's link is following, & I believe B & H among others carries them

www.rtsphoto.com/html/ewamar.html

Good luck & have fun

Rich B

[ajax]

I live in oh-so-damp and rainy Oregon and take my G2 all over the place. I'm careful with it, and don't take it out if it's pouring rain, but, so far, the damp air doesn't seem to hurt it at all. I keep a small packet of crystal packets for absorbing moisture in the bag [though I have no idea if that helps].

And think of the photos you will be able to take!

[jmhobbs]

As the other's have stated, your G2 should be safe in the rain-forest. One thing to be careful with, though, is sudden temperature and humidity changes. If the G2 goes from an air-conditioned environment (hotel room, car, etc) to a hot, humid environment there's a good chance of condensation.

One tip that I've read about, but not used personally, is to seal the camera in a plastic bag before moving from a cold, dry environment to a warm environment. The air in the bag should have the same relative humidity as the cold enviornment, so condesation is less likely to occur. Once the equipment has warmed to the new, warmer ambient temperature, it is safe to remove from the sealed bag.

Have a great trip!
Jon