The snow was strong and heavy, but did nothing to stop Christmas shoppers from getting their gifts (we bet that the economic crisis did a far better job a that). I took a walk with my camera and brought back a couple of shots.
A walk in the snow
By Cédric Sam
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I have a photography question. I notice you took some of these shots while it was snowing rather heavily. How do you keep the snow off the lens when you take those shots?? Also, how do you keep the camera from getting wet? I have a D-SLR but I’m always afraid to take it out in the rain/snow because I figure water will get into the case and drops on the lens will ruin the shot anyway. Any hints? Cheers!
Oh, actually I have no special trick! I just try to be very careful and aim the lens down when not shooting. A little snow on the case was ok for me…
If it is really snowing, I try to take pictures when standing under something or in a doorway. The ‘snow effect’ looks the same, but there is minimal risk to the camera. Be careful when it is very cold. The lense can fog up and potentially get water vapor damage. If I know that I will be taking pictures (I take far less in the winter), I might wear a bulky coat and keep the camera inside, but you really need to be careful with the temperature transitions.