IraBlock Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 I just returned from a two week trip to Morocco. Working in the desert can be grueling on you and your equipment. It is important to protect your gear from the high heat and sand. Of course changing lenses leaves your cameras very vulnerable, which is why working with two bodies and two zoom lenses is a way of keeping sand and dirt off your sensor. I also will use 'rain' covers on my equipment if shooting during a sand storm. And in a world of wearing a masks, keeping a mask over your mouth and nose will protect your lungs; and if you are in a sandstorm, googles are critical so you can see. Any other suggestions ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonygale Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 Excellent advice! I also clean all the sand and dust off everything every night in the desert, it can get everywhere Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IraBlock Posted September 20, 2022 Author Share Posted September 20, 2022 Excellent advice! I also clean all the sand and dust off everything every night in the desert, it can get everywhereIt not only gets into your equipment, but my clothing was totally filled with sand upon my return Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarolineJensen Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 Is there such a think as a pop up mini tent? I used to use a mini tent to change out film and load canisters for developing. I wonder if there is a little pop up option to change lenses in windy conditions. I need one as I have a TON of wind! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IraBlock Posted September 22, 2022 Author Share Posted September 22, 2022 Is there such a think as a pop up mini tent? I used to use a mini tent to change out film and load canisters for developing. I wonder if there is a little pop up option to change lenses in windy conditions. I need one as I have a TON of wind! It may work, bit the wind would create havoc on the tent,😲 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjohnson Posted September 27, 2022 Share Posted September 27, 2022 A soft paint brush and a rocket/hurricane blower. One of the things that I never guessed until I experienced it is sand in the desert often isn't sand (in the beach sense) as much as it is talcum powder.And if you are doing video work, microphones are REALLY tough unless you know the trick of the trade. Use a balloon or balloon-like object (make sure it's not lubricated) and 'package' up your mic. The rubber will pass the sound well enough while keeping all the dust and dirt out. Works great as well for wet locations and hurricanes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael_Ens Posted March 14, 2023 Share Posted March 14, 2023 While I’ve never been in that bad of a wind/sand environment, how about a “Darkroom Changing Bag”? In the 70’s & 80’s, I got it as I developed my own film and needed this to transfer the film from the film cassettes to the developing containers. I still have it and use it when I’m headed to the ocean or other windy situations. I bring it for those unusual situations when I have to separate the lens from the body or to clean a filter or lens, or an add a filter…. Cheap and convenient insurance. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddown Posted March 25, 2023 Share Posted March 25, 2023 The changing bag works as does a US Army Poncho shake it out before and after lens changes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidleyScottFan Posted March 29, 2023 Share Posted March 29, 2023 Is there such a think as a pop up mini tent? I used to use a mini tent to change out film and load canisters for developing. I wonder if there is a little pop up option to change lenses in windy conditions. I need one as I have a TON of wind! Actually, there is, the only issue is that, they're not as reliable as one may think.I suppose is the balance of having something as compact as they can be with a little bit of quality.I remember using my 7III the first time on the beach and getting absolutely crazy about sand and salt.Nothing happened, I was really trusting the weather sealing of the camera, but I was a bit worried at the same time. Products Used Alpha 7 III (Alpha7III)Cameras Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddown Posted March 30, 2023 Share Posted March 30, 2023 The changing bag works as does a US Army Poncho shake it out before and after lens changes.Three years in desert I never had a failure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonSmith Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Great advice Ira. I'm with Tony, I'd be very diligent on cleaning my gear every day... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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