Easy DIY Camera Rain Cover - Method 1

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If you have older gear (like me) that is not waterproof, or you're simply worried about using your expensive camera in the rain, this video is for you.
This first camera rain cover idea uses a ziplock bag to keep the rain out while still giving you access to the camera's controls.
Try it today!
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If you have a DSLR camera that is not weather-sealed, then this video is for you. All you need for a diy camera rain cover is a ziplock bag that will fit your camera inside of it.
The first method is the simplest and easiest. All you have to do is grab your ziplock bag and slide your camera up inside it backwards, so the lens will stick out the open end.
As the bag is transparent, you can still see all the controls and the LCD screen, and you can work the buttons with no problem. You have to pull the bag back from the front of the lens to take photos, but this is no problem.
When you’re done taking photos, just pull the bag back over the end of the lens. You can walk around holding the camera down so the water just runs off the end of the bag and your camera stays dry. An easy DIY camera rain cover.
Now for the bonus tip?!
At one point in the video, I mention using one of these ziplock bag camera rain protection ideas in Antarctica. One thing you will know about Antarctica is it’s damn cold?!
When you go to the snow or any cold environment; eventually, you will come back inside to a nice, warm and cozy room.
What happens with your camera gear when you bring it from a cold environment into a warm one is it will sweat. This moisture is not good for your camera or your lenses.
A simple way to protect your gear from damage in these situations is to have another ziplock bag (no holes this time!), and a silica gel pack.
When you bring your camera back into the warmth, get it into the ziplock bag with the silica gel pack right away. What will happen is the gel pack will absorb all the moisture inside of the bag. Once you are satisfied that the camera has returned to room temperature, you can take it out of the bag.
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[@darianmills216]

this is such common sense and i didnt think about it

[@photographersfreedom]

It blew my mind too when I was first shown it.

[@northernpondmusicart]

Me either 😂 Thanks, great tip!

[@ComicDan]

You could probably add a rubber band too if you're afraid of it slipping off

[@supremelycars]

Genius.

[@trebbianopapa8595]

this is brilliant.. thank you for sharing!

[@photographersfreedom]

Thanks. You are welcome. 🙂

[@Luisdbarber]

🙌🏻🙌🏻Awsome

[@rydinorwin]

A strap works be good! I want to do a load of photography of sailing from a rib ?

[@worldtoptrend0]

nice!!

[@naturegirl51]

It is a nice idea, but once you get water on the bag, it is not that ease anymore, specially if you are doing sport

[@riot4530]

I like this!

[@photographersfreedom]

It's simple, cheap, and it works. 😉

[@user-zd3cf8fm4w]

Where to find this bag?

[@photographersfreedom]

You can buy ziplock bags from any supermarket.

[@user-zd3cf8fm4w]

@@photographersfreedom thx

[@rydinorwin]

A strap works be good! I want to do a load of photography of sailing from a rib ?