Leica film camera and rain

[Ulev]

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I know that you should avoid shooting in the rain with a digital camera.

Only few can take some ( or more) drops, such as the Canon 1D serie for example.

 

But how "well" does an analog Leica take some waterdrops ?

 

Lot's of street photography out there but I never read about rain covers.

Or is it because you can put your camera in your pocket after shooting ? :-)

 

Thank you

 

Rgds

Ulev

[xxxceli]

Ulev, I was wondering the exact same thing, not being able to find a rain cover for my m6...

[chrism]

I wouldn't deliberately wet them, but I don't worry much when a few raindrops fall either. I have read horror stories of soaked film M's just carrying on.

 

Chris

[tgray]

I've shot in light rain and heavy snow with my M's. I try to keep them shielded when not actively shooting and wipe them down when I get a chance. No problems so far. But it's just anecdotal evidence; there's nothing that says they will be ok in these conditions.

[Riccis]

I have shot mine under heavy rain and sub-zero temperatures without any problems. The biggest issue I've had has been temporary fogging of the viewfinder and the only thing I try no to do is to open the back to change film while it's raining or snowing (for that, I ensure I am under a covered area).

 

Cheers!

[Ulev]

Thanks for the comments,

 

I guess it's all a matter of common sense.

Try to avoid to shoot in the "open" while it's raining unless you have no choice.

Carryig a microfiber cloth in order to whipe your camera and lens in beteen shooting.

 

And in the meantime, I'll be looking for a handy bag that reduces the risk :-)

 

Thank you

 

Ulev

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Hi

 

If it is raining I use an umbrella one handed, hood and UV filter.

Micro cloth to wipe the filter if the wind blows droplets unto filter.

During the cold weather, condensation in hot high humidity places e.g. coffee shops, means you wipe the camera dry outside, & zip lock bag before entry.

 

If you get moisture ingress it can cause internal corrossion and contimnate the lubrication.

 

Noel

[rubenkok]

Hi Ulev,

It's not only the rain

http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/barnacks-bar/76280-oops.html#post793096

 

Maybe this is some help:

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found here:Wholesale Camera Rain Protector

Acceptable Filter Size lens: 49-77mm, N-camera only ??

 

Kind regards,

Ruben

[250swb]

I know that you should avoid shooting in the rain with a digital camera.

Only few can take some ( or more) drops, such as the Canon 1D serie for example.

 

But how "well" does an analog Leica take some waterdrops ?

 

Lot's of street photography out there but I never read about rain covers.

Or is it because you can put your camera in your pocket after shooting ? :-)

 

Thank you

 

Rgds

Ulev

 

I've never had a problem with my film M's, the viewfinder tends to fog up if you try to cover the camera with your hand or put it under your coat, so don't do that, keep fresh air around it. When I get home I just wipe them off and put them somewhere warm. As for avoiding rain with digital camera's, the M9 is fine in the rain, I just use it the same as my film camera's.

 

Obviously Leica M's aren't weather sealed like an Olympus E5 and its lenses, you can use that under a waterfall. So just don't allow standing water to build up on the top plate, wipe it off from time to time and use common sense.

 

Steve

[SteveYork]

Water on the rangefinder window can make it hard to focus, but otherwise fine. Although not rain, I've taken my rangefinders into pool and ocean many times.

[leicajockel]

No Problem. I shoot in rain and when i am back home i dry it.

[H. James Wolf]

Rain is not an issue with an M. Keep it under your coat or in a pocket until you need it. Carry a soft cloth - an old-style cloth diaper is excellent - is great for drying it off. Over the past 25 years, I haven't had one fail due to rain or snow or even being doused by a fire hose.

[underground]

Bring it on! I have carried and shot my M7 in pooring rain.

no problem. I dropped it , no problem.

 

M cameras are the best I've ever had.

 

Now my M8 has been in light rain, but no more than that.

 

Take care

Dave mac

[underground]

Hi Ulev,

It's not only the rain

http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/barnacks-bar/76280-oops.html#post793096

 

Maybe this is some help:

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found here:Wholesale Camera Rain Protector

Acceptable Filter Size lens: 49-77mm, N-camera only ??

 

Kind regards,

Ruben

 

Ruben! where do you find all of this random crapp?

you are allways cracking me up.

[gyoung]

Hi Ulev,

It's not only the rain

http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/barnacks-bar/76280-oops.html#post793096

 

Maybe this is some help:

[ATTACH]236933[/ATTACH]

found here:Wholesale Camera Rain Protector

Acceptable Filter Size lens: 49-77mm, N-camera only ??

 

Kind regards,

Ruben

 

I suppose I might be a bit soft, but quite early on in my photographic carreer I acquired the knack of shooting handheld from under an umbrella

Often useful in the British climate.......

 

Gerry

[NZDavid]

M6 handled driving rain in the mountains no problem. Just had to watch out for water on the lens, then tuck camera back in pouch. It got slightly damp but dried out perfectly.

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[jplomley]

I've done about half a dozen or so snowstorms with the M7 without any precautions other than a bit of common sense. No problems whatsoever. Would I do the same with a digital M...hell no!

[Chuck Albertson]

A bar towel in your outer pocket can be your best friend. Two if it's really dumping.

[aesop]

 

...<snip>If it is raining I use an umbrella one handed, hood and UV filter.

 

 

...huh? You are able to successfully compose, set aperture/shutter speed values AND release the shutter of an M with one hand, whilst holding on to an open umbrella? Please set me straight.

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[FrozenInTime]

M6 handled driving rain in the mountains no problem.

 

Ah the Routeburn - is it possible to get good weather all the way across?

I took my M6 for that walk as well - great weather for the flats/falls.

Then rain and cloud over the saddle, finally blazing hot sun for the last hours up to Key Summit and the Divide.