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Saturday, July 9, 2011

Basic Guide To Traveling With Your Photography Equipment

By Andy Allen


Today we find that even the amateur photographer have at least a lens or two. You also have the tripod and other stuff that goes with the DSLR like chargers, batteries and cleaning stuff or two. It gives you much to lug around when you go travelling. Amateur photo hobbyists do need to learn about which is best to bring during their travels so that they will not have any problems with their equipment. Here are some tips on how to take care of your photography equipments while you are on the road and travelling.

First, make sure that you bring your camera bag as carry-on luggage. This will ensure that your camera and lens are protected from any untoward accidents that may happen in the luggage area during the flight as well as before and after the flight. We do have to check in our tripods now because of flight rules due to the fact that it can actually be used as a weapon. This is fine since they will handle tripods with extra care. Just make sure though that your camera bag and the tripod are both labelled properly.

Next, ensure that you bring your camera cleaner. Beach vacations means you will not be able to stop sand from getting a little friendly with your camera. It is best that you clean the camera every night so that it will not get damaged. Make sure that you bring your camera bag everywhere you go so that you can have some place safe to put it in when you want t go swimming or sunbathing. Make sure that you always prioritize the protection for your camera.

Last, be sure that you exert effort to protect the camera from the elements. Make sure that you get the camera under the shade when it rains. It is best though that you keep the camera inside the camera bag. Normally, camera bags are water proof. Invest in an excellent camera bag so you do not have worries. When it is cold make sure that you hold your camera to your body so that there will be no condensation on the lens.

The article just detailed some of the things that you can follow to help you protect your camera when you travel. Learn what is the right way to do it. Make it a point to prepare for your travel together with your camera. Be sure that you do not travel and do damage on your camera equipment.




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