doronski Posted November 28, 2010 Share #1 Posted November 28, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) Absolutely addicted to my M9 and enjoy kayaking but obviously don't want to drop the camera/destroy it with water. I saw a housing advertised for around 5k pounds, but surely there is a less expensive way to do it. Not interested in taking it under water as such. Suggestions welcome. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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vanhulsenbeek Posted November 28, 2010 Share #2 Posted November 28, 2010 Absolutely addicted to my M9 and enjoy kayaking but obviously don't want to drop the camera/destroy it with water. I saw a housing advertised for around 5k pounds, but surely there is a less expensive way to do it. Not interested in taking it under water as such. Suggestions welcome. Yes, there is a less expensive way, and I do not wish to sound to critical; IMHO the M9 is not really meant for wild water/underwater photography. The lack of autofocus will seriously set you back in that kind of action photography. The best solution, in ergonomic as well as economic sense, would be to buy an underwater P&S like e.g. the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Panasonic offers DMC-FT2 rugged compact: Digital Photography Review which does not cost that much, would get you financial peace of mind, a LEICA DC VARIO ELMAR 28mm wide-angle lens with a 4.6x optical zoom and excellent pictures plus video. Plus it is small and light, as opposed to a M9 in housing. Reckon with 2 kilos for that! A few shots here, at the end of the series, with the previous model: Zenfolio | Sander van Hulsenbeek Photography | Fernando de Noronha Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
doronski Posted November 28, 2010 Author Share #3 Posted November 28, 2010 Thank you for that. Maybe I miscommunicated. Last week, I was kayaking on very calm water and there were many opportunities for lovely shots, but I didn't want to expose the camera to the elements on a Kayak. Not interested in wild water or underwater. Cheers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
!Nomad64 Posted November 28, 2010 Share #4 Posted November 28, 2010 1 - Find a plastic watertight jar with a large mouth and big enough to float in case you drop it in the water and fill it with foam to protect the camera from bumping. They're especially made to allow you kayakers to transport your things dry and usually have belts for transportation backpack-like. 2 - Store your camera in a strong polyethylene bag with an airtight closure - like those in use to carry liquid items on planes but larger size - then put the camera and the envelope in a second airtight bag. be careful to not to drop it in the water. This won't float! 3 - I do not remember where I saw it, but there should be a watertight plastic soft messenger bag that should have floating capabilities too. 3a - In case you can't find such a bag, protect your camera in an airtight polyethylene bag (see pt.2) and then put it in a thermal bag - those used to keep fresh beers - provided that it's outer shell is not porous. The foam that serves as thermal insulator would also provide protection from bumps. Beware that water can penetrate the bag from the zipper, hence the suggestion to put the camera in the airtight polyethylene bag. Any of the above solutions serves for storage/transportation purposes only. When you want to use the camera you'll have to take your share of risks! Hope this helps, Bruno Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanhulsenbeek Posted November 28, 2010 Share #5 Posted November 28, 2010 Do you want to take pictures with it or you just want to store your M9? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
doronski Posted November 28, 2010 Author Share #6 Posted November 28, 2010 Thanks for the helpful feedback. Yes, I do want to take pictures with it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
menos I M6 Posted November 29, 2010 Share #7 Posted November 29, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) Please don't misunderstand, but I do not see the digital Leica as a viable camera, to expose to potential rough elements without the understanding of potential loss or expensive repair. I use my M8.2 during good weather and non hostile elements including small amounts of slight drizzle rain. Whenever I foresee worse conditions, I bring either a film Leica or a modern Nikon SLR. There are professional photographers with a different mindset towards the gear, proper insurance and backup and there are amateur photographers, whose M9 might be the only digital camera. I do not see the M9 as a Kayaking camera in the second framing. If you seriously consider, getting a very expensive underwater housing, to protect a M9 during Kayaking, think twice, if an additional film Leica or rugged DSLR fits the bill better. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoySmith Posted November 29, 2010 Share #8 Posted November 29, 2010 Absolutely addicted to my M9 and enjoy kayaking but obviously don't want to drop the camera/destroy it with water. I saw a housing advertised for around 5k pounds, but surely there is a less expensive way to do it. Not interested in taking it under water as such. Suggestions welcome. Last spring, kayaking on the Canadian West Coast, I had my camera in a pelican case bungied to the deck of the kayak. I wasn't brave enough to bring my Leica - I took a Canon 7D instead. Pelican Cases are watertight, float, and come in many sizes and colours. The foam inside is in little blocks so you can excavate a cavity the shape of your camera. However, when you have the case open, it is a gamble that the weather, waves and water will be kind to you. Roy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
atufte Posted November 29, 2010 Share #9 Posted November 29, 2010 I use this from time to time, in harsh weather (hard rain and such) work perfect... (The U-F model) http://www.ewa-marine.com/index.php?id=92 Here's another guy using it... Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/137957-waterproof-housing/?do=findComment&comment=1516194'>More sharing options...
vanhulsenbeek Posted November 29, 2010 Share #10 Posted November 29, 2010 That may be indeed a good alternative. I have used one of those with other cameras. A bit fiddly, and not made for fast shooting. But sturdy enough to take a bump and a splash. I would not trust my 6000+ EUR M9 plus lens to really go underwater in it, nor would my insurance be thrilled, I guess:rolleyes: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoySmith Posted November 30, 2010 Share #11 Posted November 30, 2010 I use this from time to time, in harsh weather (hard rain and such) work perfect...(The U-F model) ewa-marine: Here's another guy using it... Leica M8 Underwater Test - The Dive | Flickr - Photo Sharing! That looks like a good product, I'm interested. If I am on a prolonged multi-day wilderness outing I'd still recommend the physical protection that a Pelican Case offers for when one is not shooting. Roy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagsiva Posted November 30, 2010 Share #12 Posted November 30, 2010 Absolutely addicted to my M9 and enjoy kayaking but obviously don't want to drop the camera/destroy it with water. I saw a housing advertised for around 5k pounds, but surely there is a less expensive way to do it. Not interested in taking it under water as such. Suggestions welcome. Use my M9 on a Kayak often. Just get a good dry suit with a good front pocket or put in a dry bag and tether to the deck. I just pull it out and use it whenever I need to, of course, rough water can be challenging... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Washington Posted December 5, 2010 Share #13 Posted December 5, 2010 I have to agree with those who say the M9 IS NOT the best tool for this job. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcnarf Posted December 5, 2010 Share #14 Posted December 5, 2010 A question especially for atufte or vanhulsenbeek: Does using the Ewa-Marine U-F on a Leica M9 cause any great difficulty in focusing under water or heavy rain? If so what is that difficulty and how do you overcome it? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wstotler Posted September 14, 2011 Share #15 Posted September 14, 2011 A question especially for atufte or vanhulsenbeek: Does using the Ewa-Marine U-F on a Leica M9 cause any great difficulty in focusing under water or heavy rain? If so what is that difficulty and how do you overcome it? Hi. The long and short of "difficulty" is "yes." (I'm using an M8, but all of the same information applies to using the M9 due to form factor.) Read my comments below this photo (I'm "willstotler") on the following image's page for details. Leica M8 Underwater Test - The Dive by willstotler, on Flickr When working with a model, I measure the distance to the subject with a knotted piece of string and dial in the distance on the lens before descending. Then, we maintain that distance while underwater. Works OK at f/4, but at f/2 it's tricky. Have had good results this season, though, that's made the work worth it: Underwater Leica M8 - a set on Flickr I would not recommend using the bag for hard rain and/or waterproofing--it is cumbersome. Cheers! Will Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
businessasusual Posted September 17, 2011 Share #16 Posted September 17, 2011 Whoa...one bath toy comin' up! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted September 17, 2011 Share #17 Posted September 17, 2011 Ziplock bag, gaffer's tape, lens UV filter and shade. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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