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12/06/2006 09:23:54 AM · #26 |
Originally posted by Gordon:
Originally posted by lesgainous:
If you have a window seat, get yourself a good polarizer filter and if the window is clean enough, start shooting the aerial views of mountains, Grand Canyon, etc. I'm an aisle person, so it's rare that I get an opportunity to shoot out of the window. |
Don't you find the window polarization ends up giving you wacky cross polarisation effects with the filter ? I find it best just to shoot without a polariser unless I really want the rainbow effects. |
Also, just to follow-up on this, I'd recommend not entering pictures shot cross polarised (i.e., with a polarizer on the camera, shooting through a polarized window) from a plane into basic challenges. People freak out about digital art :)
Message edited by author 2006-12-06 09:24:21.
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12/06/2006 09:42:24 AM · #27 |
Originally posted by Gordon:
Originally posted by Gordon:
Originally posted by lesgainous:
If you have a window seat, get yourself a good polarizer filter and if the window is clean enough, start shooting the aerial views of mountains, Grand Canyon, etc. I'm an aisle person, so it's rare that I get an opportunity to shoot out of the window. |
Don't you find the window polarization ends up giving you wacky cross polarisation effects with the filter ? I find it best just to shoot without a polariser unless I really want the rainbow effects. |
Also, just to follow-up on this, I'd recommend not entering pictures shot cross polarised (i.e., with a polarizer on the camera, shooting through a polarized window) from a plane into basic challenges. People freak out about digital art :)
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That image just screams out for a unicorn. |
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12/06/2006 09:50:53 AM · #28 |
Originally posted by Shecoya:
I'd also recommend you dont check your camera for too many reasons to list here. |
I can second that. I made that mistake on Sunday. The lovely "random search" TSA folks pegged me for an X smuggler yet again (the typical profile is a single white female in her late 20's to early 30's traveling alone, and the Germanic surname probably doesn't help since Amsterdam is the worlds largest X exporter) and were kind enough to repack my camera bag for me, and stole two cords - the power cord to the battery charger and the camera-to-computer cord. Never again.
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12/06/2006 09:51:19 AM · #29 |
Originally posted by Spazmo99:
Originally posted by Gordon:
Also, just to follow-up on this, I'd recommend not entering pictures shot cross polarised (i.e., with a polarizer on the camera, shooting through a polarized window) from a plane into basic challenges. People freak out about digital art :)
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That image just screams out for a unicorn. |
I was really dissappointed that there wasn't a pod of dolphins playing in the water when I took it.
Message edited by author 2006-12-06 09:51:49.
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12/06/2006 10:01:12 AM · #30 |
I just returned from Maui and carried on the Lowepro Computrekkor AW backback. It is the largest allowed as carry on luggage.
I would recommend keeping your camera handy during the flight. You never know what you may see. I took this photo out the plane window on a business trip a while back and it ended up taking 2nd place in the B&W challenge.
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12/06/2006 10:43:33 AM · #31 |
| I've been traveling quite a bit lately, and each time my camera bag goes through the x-ray machine, they seem to get a puzzled look on their face, send it through again, and then ask for me to open it for them to inspect. I imagine it's because I have my camera, 2 more lenses, my Ipod, headphones, batteries, chargers, and two USB chords :) |
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12/06/2006 11:05:14 AM · #32 |
Funny thing, I travelled to Africa with two cameras, one film, one digital. At my local airport the film camera had to be removed from the bag and put in a tray. The rest of the equipment just got swabbed. No searches were done in any other airport.
Now, doctornick, he had his bag searched at every security point. Go figure. I guess his 500mm lens wanted attention.
In the Nairobi airport alone there were 5 checkpoints with x-ray machines. One to get into the airport, one at the BA checkin, one after checkin (before getting to the gates), two at the gate before boarding the flight.
LA should be a breeze compared to that. |
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12/06/2006 11:55:29 AM · #33 |
I agree with Colette. The strictest airport was Nairobi. I only went through 4 of the 5 screenings. hehe I missed the one at British Airways checking somehow. lol
Leaving Philadelphia though, they opened my TIGHTLY packed TAMRAC backpack, fiddled around with a few items, swabbed, and sent me on my way. I was more neverous about having tem pull everything out and having to repack. lol
Just be sure you don't have and liquids in you carryon and you'll be fine. |
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12/06/2006 12:15:58 PM · #34 |
As mentioned earlier, I travel cross-country every week (two flights a week--there and back) and have never had my camera or its accessories checked.
I carry my camera body, with a 75-300mm zoom attached, an 18-55mm lens, three extension tubes, a couple of filters, battery charger, and three sets of batteries.
All the above is placed into a camera bag and that bag is placed in my carry-on backpack. The only thing I don't carry is a tripod. The security folks don't even make me take it out of the backpack. <knock on wood>
Now that I've jinxed it, I'll probably get the "rubber glove" treatment on my flight home Friday. :-(
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12/06/2006 01:03:05 PM · #35 |
I also travel a fair amount and usually bring my DSLR, three lenses, a flash and a small tripod with me as carry-on. I've only had it checked once, and that was to wipe a swab around the interior of the bag - for what, I don't know.
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12/06/2006 01:08:32 PM · #36 |
Originally posted by Gatorguy:
I also travel a fair amount and usually bring my DSLR, three lenses, a flash and a small tripod with me as carry-on. I've only had it checked once, and that was to wipe a swab around the interior of the bag - for what, I don't know. |
Bomb making component trace residuals.
They are also working on machines similar to metal detectors that you walk through that blow a puff of air on you and analyaze it for these traces as well. Couple years off. |
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12/06/2006 01:21:34 PM · #37 |
Carrying your camera is not a problem, and I should know I travel for a living and i have my camera with me all the time. Just be prepared to take it out of the bag if asked to do so. Its no biggy show off it features and if they want to examine it more make sure the rest it down carefully in your bag or on a soft surface. Any opening of any compartment show them how as they can damage your camera. If they do make a claim. Call the supervisor and get the claim form. Best to try and be calm and just suggest to them than any part they wish to see you will open it and willingly show them.
Video camera travelled with it once or twice and they want it out of bag. NOt sure why. I suspect airports differ..they shouldnt but they do. Just comply and you will sail through ALOT quicker.
Stood and watched a gentleman argue with them about how he has been here there and everywhere no problem and he doesnt see why etc etc etc, Well I came after him and left before him got a starbucks and he was still there......
So feel safe man...carry that DSLR and post great shots right here in DPC. |
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12/06/2006 01:41:48 PM · #38 |
Security gates do allow carrying your camera and for the most part, you don't have to take it out of the camera bag. I survived 4 terminals last Thxgiving without worries.
Also, do take off the polarizer if you are shooting from up there.
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12/06/2006 01:44:55 PM · #39 |
| Dont check your camera into the luggage hold. My previous Canon point and shoot was in my suitcase, when the handlers at La Guardia stole it. Not much sympathy from United Airlines, when I tried to get their help afterwards. |
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12/06/2006 11:00:50 PM · #40 |
Originally posted by Terminator:
Video camera travelled with it once or twice and they want it out of bag. NOt sure why. I suspect airports differ..they shouldnt but they do. Just comply and you will sail through ALOT quicker.
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The motors look like hand grenades on the xray machines. (Some grenades are wound with notched wire as the projectile) |
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12/06/2006 11:02:25 PM · #41 |
Originally posted by LERtastic:
Thank you all for your replies, I have heard of people not being allowed to bring their laptop charger cable on a flight, but I believe that may have been somewhat soon after 9/11, so it would make sense that things have calmed down now. Hoping to have a polarizer by the trip :D. Should be fun! |
There's a problem with sony-manufactured Lithium Ion batteries, used in Dell and other laptops. The batteries burst into flame spontaneously. |
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12/07/2006 12:06:35 AM · #42 |
Originally posted by _eug:
[quote=Gatorguy]They are also working on machines similar to metal detectors that you walk through that blow a puff of air on you and analyaze it for these traces as well. Couple years off. |
They use this type of detection at the Statue of Liberty when I was there this past spring.
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12/07/2006 12:09:55 AM · #43 |
Originally posted by lesgainous:
Originally posted by _eug:
They are also working on machines similar to metal detectors that you walk through that blow a puff of air on you and analyaze it for these traces as well. Couple years off. |
They use this type of detection at the Statue of Liberty when I was there this past spring. |
Oh? It's actually in production now? Interesting. |
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12/07/2006 12:38:25 AM · #44 |
Didn't have any trouble going to Western Samoa from Hawaii when I brought my camera on and took these shots.
 
 
And then I went to Japan shortly after that with my camera in hand on all flights. Never questioned |
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12/07/2006 12:41:47 AM · #45 |
Originally posted by _eug:
Originally posted by lesgainous:
Originally posted by _eug:
They are also working on machines similar to metal detectors that you walk through that blow a puff of air on you and analyaze it for these traces as well. Couple years off. |
They use this type of detection at the Statue of Liberty when I was there this past spring. |
Oh? It's actually in production now? Interesting. |
Since the statue is federal territory, maybe they were using it as a beta test for the TSA?
It's quicker than swabbing. The air was "puffed" from down low, IIRC. Women were sort of skeptical and concerned (especially the ones wearing skirts), but over all, it seemed to be well received.
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12/07/2006 12:53:29 AM · #46 |
Originally posted by keone:
I just returned from Maui and carried on the Lowepro Computrekkor AW backback. It is the largest allowed as carry on luggage.
I would recommend keeping your camera handy during the flight. You never know what you may see. I took this photo out the plane window on a business trip a while back and it ended up taking 2nd place in the B&W challenge.
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Haven't sat by the window seat in a long time. Always get the aisle. Why does the person that always use the bathroom have the window seat? |
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12/07/2006 12:58:24 AM · #47 |
My camera (fully accessorized) always travels with me, and I've never had a problem with domestic or international security. The only time they've even mentioned it was right after 9/11 and all they did was ask if it was a camera in my bag. I didn't even have to take it out. That was my old point & shoot. My SLR has never been questioned.
That said, I did get stuck flying from the UK to the US during the big security hoopla at the end of this summer. My SLR had to ride in my checked suitcase. I packed it in it's own padded bag, right in the center of the suitcase, surrounded by clothes, but I was still pretty nervous when I unpacked on the other end. Fortunately it survived and I must say, it was rather refreshing carrying nothing but a little plastic baggie on board. Makes you realize how heavy all our gear is when you do something routine, like flying, without it weighing you down.
Enjoy your trip! |
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12/07/2006 01:22:51 AM · #48 |
Originally posted by lesgainous:
Originally posted by _eug:
Originally posted by lesgainous:
Originally posted by _eug:
They are also working on machines similar to metal detectors that you walk through that blow a puff of air on you and analyaze it for these traces as well. Couple years off. |
They use this type of detection at the Statue of Liberty when I was there this past spring. |
Oh? It's actually in production now? Interesting. |
Since the statue is federal territory, maybe they were using it as a beta test for the TSA?
It's quicker than swabbing. The air was "puffed" from down low, IIRC. Women were sort of skeptical and concerned (especially the ones wearing skirts), but over all, it seemed to be well received. |
I've seen similar machines in use about 15 years ago for security at a nuke plant. |
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12/07/2006 01:57:19 AM · #49 |
If you have window seating, hope to get on board early enough to check and see if the window is clean on the outside, and if not, someone may be willing to trade seats with you for one that has a cleaner window. I thought about this on the way back from New Mexico to Fl a couple of months ago. Security was not a problem for me, other than I had to take off my boots. Pack cords in your checked luggage and they will not be a problem. I carried a laptop, camera body, 4 lenses in a Lpro bag. I had to take the laptop out for screening.
Good weather to you, and have a great time. Post pics when you get back.
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12/07/2006 02:16:32 AM · #50 |
Originally posted by LERtastic:
I should say that buying a case at this point is not going to happen (not much money to throw around considering I still have to buy a lens for this thing). I don't travel much, in fact, the last time I was on an airplane was 11 years ago (love flying, just don't get the chance to much). I am going to have a small case, and I will probably just safely keep it in my backpack, along with my DS, iPod, and other entertainment things. Just more worried about the security aspects. |
Didn't read all the posts so you may have your answer already. I took a trip to France in September and took my camera and lenses in a backpack camera case. Your own backpack with adequate padding should be fine. They ran my backpack through the scanner both ways. No problem. Doesn't harm digital images. I also took my laptop and a small 60 gig firewire disk for storing the pictures I took. These I took aboard in my carry on bag. I had no problems and no losses during the trip. Always had my camera with me and took over 3000 pictures while I was in France. Good luck to you. Ann
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