stump4545 Posted February 20, 2016 Share #1  Posted February 20, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Is it ok to use Leica M lenses in the rain with a 240/246 body?  Should any part of the lens be more protected from water then the rest? for example front glass element?  thank you Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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hepcat Posted February 20, 2016 Share #2  Posted February 20, 2016 A mist or light rain for a short time shouldn't be a big deal.  I wouldn't, however,  leave it out in a protracted downpour.  I WOULD use a UV/Haze filter over the front element because you'll likely be wiping it off regularly.  I'd rather wipe a filter than wipe the front element. And if you're actually going to be photographing in the rain, the largest hood you can find is helpful to keep the drops off the filter. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herr Barnack Posted February 20, 2016 Share #3  Posted February 20, 2016 I will second hepcat's suggestions.  To be on the safe side, there's always this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DY5YWGQ/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1/182-9346708-4630658?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_r=1A615N92CN28HWZ7EGGJ&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_p=1944687602&pf_rd_i=B0006GK724  Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted February 20, 2016 Share #4  Posted February 20, 2016 Is it ok to use Leica M lenses in the rain with a 240/246 body?  Should any part of the lens be more protected from water then the rest? for example front glass element?  thank you According to Leica not a problem. I would not advise you to use the Leica M in the rain without a lens, though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
erudolph Posted February 20, 2016 Share #5  Posted February 20, 2016 I will second hepcat's suggestions.  To be on the safe side, there's always this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DY5YWGQ/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1/182-9346708-4630658?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_r=1A615N92CN28HWZ7EGGJ&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_p=1944687602&pf_rd_i=B0006GK724  I actually have used something like that. It's good for the rain... the problem is the wind. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herr Barnack Posted February 20, 2016 Share #6  Posted February 20, 2016 I actually have used something like that. It's good for the rain... the problem is the wind. Perhaps a pair of these for wind and rain?  http://www.amazon.com/Daron-Wiper-Glasses-Purple-Lights/dp/B00BQVZM0K/ref=pd_sim_79_5?ie=UTF8&dpID=41exzlcucgL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=1EV6TP269PK9CTQ1X7JC Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsedov Posted February 20, 2016 Share #7  Posted February 20, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Just spend couple hours during the rain+wind in downtown Los Angeles with Leica MM246 and a Zeiss 50mm. Got the camera wet and it worked without a problem. I think I was less prepared than the camera. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarav Posted February 20, 2016 Share #8 Â Posted February 20, 2016 Never had any problem. I've used Digital and Analog M Â with heavy rain, wind, snow and sea storm. You obviously have to try to dry or wipe them as soon as you can. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sml_photo Posted February 20, 2016 Share #9  Posted February 20, 2016 I can't believe the timing of this question! I am considering a new lens, and as part of my "research," I was investigating whether or not Leica lenses are, in general, waterproof. One person told me that the new SL lenses are, but not the M lenses. On the other hand, I've had no problem with my lenses getting wet in a rainstorm, etc. as long as I keep a small towel or something handy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted February 20, 2016 Share #10 Â Posted February 20, 2016 When Stefan Daniel was questioned about lens sealing at the time the M240 was released, he indicated that lens/camera sealing was adequate, I think due to close tolerances and lubricants. Â While he didn't mention it, using a filter may provide an additional precaution in some conditions. Â Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicaiste Posted February 20, 2016 Share #11 Â Posted February 20, 2016 I collect translucide shower cap found in hotel bathrooms to cover camera plus lens in heavy rain. Â Â Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
250swb Posted February 21, 2016 Share #12  Posted February 21, 2016 The difficulty of being too careful is that putting your hand directly over the lens, or encapsulating the camera in a shower cap etc. is that you fog up the camera and/or lens. If the lens or body are wet wipe water off with a cloth, it is usually much safer than trying to keep them dry.    Steve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicaiste Posted February 21, 2016 Share #13  Posted February 21, 2016 The difficulty of being too careful is that putting your hand directly over the lens, or encapsulating the camera in a shower cap etc. is that you fog up the camera and/or lens. If the lens or body are wet wipe water off with a cloth, it is usually much safer than trying to keep them dry.    Steve    In heavy rain ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MT0227 Posted February 23, 2016 Share #14 Â Posted February 23, 2016 Shooting downtown NYC by the water often includes plenty of wind and foul weather. Â I've had no issues thus far with wind, rain and or snow. Â I typically use a hand strap and keep the camera concealed (tucked) under my coat until I see a shot I wan't to take. Â I will also look for some structure to shield me from the elements or keep my back to them if possible. Â I always carry a few micro fiber cloths and will use them to dry things off in between shots. Â Â Â Â Â Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblitz Posted February 23, 2016 Share #15  Posted February 23, 2016 Biggest issue is holding camera face down before shot so drops don't get on lens and add a little extra to the shot. With digital you can see it, with film, well you know better next time.  I have never found weather to be a problem, as others above have mentioned. If you dropped the lens in a lake, a different issue. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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