possible damage to D800 sensor from heat in locked car

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Bruce Harlan

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Heh guys, have always been aware of possible film damage due to heat in locked car. With digital, does anyone have facts and figures on possible heat damage to digital sensors, specifically the D800's in a high heat location ? I'm sure heat buildup would top the 200 degree mark when left in car over time. Thanks for you help. Bruce Harlan
 
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fotojack

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Solution: NEVER leave your camera in a locked car when the temperature is hot outside! For that matter...never leave your camera in your car! You're just inviting someone to steal it! I carry mine with me whenever I park the car. It's not that heavy, really! :)
 
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gqtuazon

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Bruce Harlan said:
Heh guys, have always been aware of possible film damage due to heat in locked car. With digital, does anyone have facts and figures on possible heat damage to digital sensors, specifically the D800's in a high heat location ? I'm sure heat buildup would top the 200 degree mark when left in car over time. Thanks for you help. Bruce Harlan
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Hi Bruce and welcome to the forum.

Pg 393 of the D800 manual on "caring for the camera" states that you should not store your camera in locations that are: Poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60%; are exposed to temperatures above 50 deg C or 122 deg F or below -10C or 14F.

Of course if you want first hand experience, feel free to test your camera to see how well it can withstand the extreme temperatures.
 
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ABN Panzer

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What? over 60% humidity? Guess I wont be taking my camrea to Alabama :(

But back to the OP. While it wont affect the DSLR in the same manner as Film... Extreme heat plays havoc on electronics as well as all the subcomponents that hold the camera together.
 
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