Your Camera and Cold Weather
When you purchase something like a digital camera, you know you should take steps to be certain that you get the most from your investment. Doing things like buying a camera case to keep the lens from getting scratched, and to keep debris from getting in can help lengthen the life of the device.
But have you ever given any thought to the optimal operating temperature of your camera? Living in sunny Southern California, I don’t think I have ever given pause and wondered if it was too cold to use my camera. Which is why I was interested to learn that most cameras can be damaged if they are exposed to temperatures above 110F, or below 32F. While you can purchase special cameras to withstand these extremes, unless you plan on taking a lot of outdoor photos in Vermont, you are better off learning how to make do with your every day camera.
There are some common sense things you can do in cold weather to keep your camera safe, such as storing it in an inside pocket close to your body. This will keep it from getting unnecessarily cold and it will help your batteries last longer. Also, don’t breath on the lens, this might sound silly, but some people breathe on the lens or LCD screen and then use a cloth to wipe them off. If the weather is cold enough your breath could actually freeze on them and ruin your camera.
To read more easy tips on how to protect your camera through the long winter months I recommend:
Cold Weather Pictures: How to Use Your Camera in Cold Weather
Also, be sure to check out your camera manufacturer’s website, they may have more specific instructions for your camera.
Once you have taken all your winter photos don’t forget to use Memeo Share to send them to all your friends and family.
