NIKON D7000 18-200 waterproof housing

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robinmjr

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I have a Nikon D7000 with a 18-200mm lens that I want to take on a kayaking trip. I do not intend on taking pictures underwater, but do want to protect it in case of an accidental drop. Can anyone recommend a good product that will protect the camera but still make it easy enough to use?

Thanks!
 
Marcel

Marcel

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You can buy waterproof bags in some hiking (outdoor gear) stores. I have one that is big enough to hold the D7000 and 18-200. They are like extreme zip locks with triple closing velcros. I carry one on my bicycle bag whenever I go for a long ride with my D7000.
 
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nickt

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I use a surplus ammo can that I added some foam padding to. Latching lid with gasket and I can open it very quickly and grab the camera. I use that in a canoe though, lots more floor room than a kayak. You are probably looking to keep it on your person and ready to shoot. I've seen plastic bag cases designed to use the camera in the bag, but no idea if they are any good. Dicapac was the brand name. Real cheap ones on ebay, but I don't know if I would trust my camera to $10 waterproof case. I ended up using the ammo case.
 
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Rick M

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I kayak a bit with mine. Most important option is adding it to your homeowners insurance. Secondly, if I'm not shooting it is secure in a Sea-Stow water/airtight bag which also floats (mostly important when getting in/out of the kayak). If I'm actively shooting I take it in and out of an over sized ziplock bag (this just keeps any drops off while I paddle).
 
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Lovin Our Life

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Alot depends on the type of water you will be kayaking and if there is a chance of flipping. How much shooting you will be doing also will factor in. I carry my D300/18-200 combo frequently while kayaking lakes and swift rivers. I don't worry so much about flipping as I do rain, spray, and water dropping from the paddle. I use a waterproof backpack that sits on the floor in front of me unzipped, that's there the camera lives. It is easily accessible as most shots aren't set up and happen pretty quick. I can zip it up if paddling through rougher water or a sudden unexpected rain storm (happened on the White River in Arkansas). I don't plan on flipping, but that's a chance I take for connivance.
 
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skater

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Are you planning to use it in potentially wet situations? Or just have it along? The answers (as you see above) would change a lot based on that question. If you want to use it, the protective cases get pretty expensive, or you could rent one.
 
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