Beach shoot

[dougberry]

Considering taking My HD3II to Belize for a 4 day beach shoot.
I have used it in Desert areas before and found it to be less sealed than my Canon's, any ideas or suggestions for keeping the camera free of sand and debris etc. other than  leaving it behind?
Thanks

[DavidH]

Hasselblads are not known for their tight weather seals. I`ve seen people use those special plastic bags in the cold or damp (I think Ewa-marine makes one).
I would be worried that using it on the beach may create humidity issues inside the bag (possibly leading to fungus)... so you might want to place some dry silica gel packages inside the bag.

David

[pchong]

i think no extra precaution necessary. Make sure you have it dry before storing. I live in a humid country, and have shot in the beach here, and last week in the Baltic Sea, at -3C, with strong winds with no ill effects. I do have a Kata Elements Cover, which I used when it started snowing (or raining at home).

The gear is tough to stand rigours of daily use.

[Derek Jecxz]

Considering taking My HD3II to Belize for a 4 day beach shoot.
I have used it in Desert areas before and found it to be less sealed than my Canon's, any ideas or suggestions for keeping the camera free of sand and debris etc. other than  leaving it behind?
Thanks

I've done a lot of beach shooting while in the surf about 1-3 feet deep and all I can say is be extremely careful. I carry a dry towl for immediate pat down if some spray hits the H. But the shots are worth the risk.

Kind regards,
Derek Jecxz
www.jecxz.com