Rain Cover for DSLR

[Larry_G1664882113]

<p>Back in February, I posted a question about protecting a DSLR from rain. I recieved a response recommending an inexpensive plastic cover designed for a camera body and variety of lenses up to 18' long. The product is "Rainsleeve" and is made by Op/Tech USA. I used this over my camera in pelting rain for several hours, and it kept my camera dry. I am thankful for the suggestion I got and want to pass this on to others. The product can be ordered from B&H.</p>

[MichaelChang]

<p>Thanks for the feedback, Larry. I'll get one for snow storms! </p>

[JDMvW]

<p>Snow storms? This is just the first day of FALL.</p>

<p>Seriously, here is Op/Tech's own listing of the item: http://optechusa.com/accessories/rainsleeve.html </p>

<p>List price is $6.95 for package of two for the basic (non-flash) model.</p>

[richterjw]

<p>Good to hear. I really could have used one of those a couple of weeks ago when I nearly lost my Canon to a downpour that I stayed out in.</p>

[JosvanEekelen]

<p>+1 for the Op/Tech ones. I just returned from a owls/birds of prey photography workshop, the rainsleeve did a good job when it started to rain. I guess you can use these sleeves a few times; perhaps 4-5.</p>

[Matt Laur]

<p>I gave in and spent the $ on Think Tank's Hydrophobia. Way more money than Op/Tech's very modestly priced solution. It really does depend on how you see yourself using it. I think the Hydrophobia's construction will also work on lava, comets from space, incoming tactical nukes, and possibly even baby drool. But it's spendy, and kinda bulky. Not something you'd have "in the bag" just in case - it's a look-at-the-weather-and-decide-to-take-it sort of item. The Op/Tech is perfect for the unplanned wet situation.</p>

[greg_campbell1]

<p>A deep lens hood, large zip bag, and a rubber band will do a great job. To avoid rain splattering off the bottom, inside surface of the hood, add a small piece of flexible plastic to extend the top as needed. This has worked well on the occasions that I get 'run over' by Az. thunderstorms, but want to continue shooting.</p>

[David_Cavan]

<p>Larry - this looks like a great solution for a race weekend, when you're liable to get multiple kinds of weather in some places. Thanks for sharing.</p>

[Jerry_]

<p>And one of the newer Pentax digital models is waterproof from rain... Lens and camera need no box or plastic sheets.</p>

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[Mark Keefer]

<p>Thanks for the tip, Larry.</p>

[snapper_h]

<p>Thanks for the tip, as we are expecting several days of rain, I was thinking about this very thing this morning.</p>