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Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM

04/12/2004 08:22:45 PM · #1

Hello all. Quick question. Next month I will be down at Myrtle beach for Bike Week, and I really want to bring my camera along for the ride. Do you think that my camera will be effected by all the vibration if it is in the Saddle Bag? IE. Perhaps maybe it would be like dropping it?

hsteg

Fujifilm X-T20

04/12/2004 08:24:37 PM · #2

get a lotta cotton balls, or pretend its like one of those egg projects, where you put the egg in the box, with some sort of protection, and then try to keep it safe. But dont drop your camera in a box.

jmsetzler

Sony Alpha a6000

Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 E-mount

04/12/2004 08:28:52 PM · #3

Depends on what kind of bike you are riding :)

Olyuzi

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7

Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 ASPH

04/12/2004 08:29:32 PM · #4

I have wondered the same thing about carrying my cam on my bicycle trips, which I stopped doing because I can't see how the constant road vibration could not have a negative effect on it's operation, but I"m just paranoid and super careful like that. If you are going to take your cam, maybe you could minimize vibration reaching the cam by packing it thick foam and maybe putting it in a padded backpack.

Also, why don't you try contacting Canon repair technicians and asking them if that would effect the cam in any way.

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

04/12/2004 08:33:46 PM · #5

Oh its definitely a harley road king :-D I suppose I could put it in a back pack, that would probably cut down vibration atleast 50%

Cam

Sony DSC-F717

04/12/2004 08:45:54 PM · #6

I put bubble wrap around the camera case before putting it the saddle bag. My camera also fits very tight in the case. I have never had any problems.

But, I always worry about it because I know the vibration cant be good for it. And always be prepared for inclimate weather. Obviousy you need to make sure its rain proof also.

Have a great trip !

Message edited by author 2004-04-12 20:46:39.

justine

Canon EOS-50D

04/12/2004 08:52:17 PM · #7

I took my Olympus E20 (with two lenses, charger) from Oregon to Sturgis to Arizona and back to Oregon on the back of my Harley twice. I have taken my 300-D on several day trips. I have a camera case [water proof] and padded that I put on my luggage rack. Road Glide and the Olympus was on my FLHS rack. Pack with care and you should be fine.

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

04/12/2004 08:52:51 PM · #8

yah I have the Leather/Plastic saddlebags. When we go on long trips, we fill them with ice and soda! lol But yeah, they are definitely weatherproof. The bubble wrap is a good idea. Ill put bubblewrap AND cotton! Thanks, I hope to get some great shots!

justine

Canon EOS-50D

04/12/2004 08:58:04 PM · #9

//www.casesbypelican.com/pelican_Camera_cases.htm
1500 Pelican case. You can cut, shape the padding for your needs.

Message edited by author 2004-04-12 20:58:13.

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

04/12/2004 09:01:25 PM · #10

Originally posted by justine:

//www.casesbypelican.com/pelican_Camera_cases.htm
1500 Pelican case. You can cut, shape the padding for your needs.

Thanks for the link. Unfortunetly, I have to save all my money for the trip, so buying a new case now is outta the question. Good for future reference though!

Rasai

Nikon D2Xs

04/12/2004 09:18:40 PM · #11

Put it around your neck and take pictures on the road...

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

04/12/2004 09:28:46 PM · #12

Originally posted by Rasai:

Put it around your neck and take pictures on the road...

As nice as that sounds, I drive safely

Russell2566

04/12/2004 10:10:45 PM · #13

Originally posted by outofreachx:

Oh its definitely a harley road king :-D I suppose I could put it in a back pack, that would probably cut down vibration atleast 50%

Oh, It's a Harley... your screwed, WAAAAY too much vibration. Plus won't the camera displace the toolbox you need to keep it running :)

all in good fun :)

Message edited by author 2004-04-12 22:11:27.

dacrazyrn

Nikon D300

04/12/2004 10:14:47 PM · #14

Through hikers do this thing where they mail/ship food, supplies to the local post office in their namne with instructions to hold (insured for sure in your case) and pick it up then.

Message edited by author 2004-04-12 22:15:05.

GeneralE

Canon PowerShot S3 IS

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

04/12/2004 10:16:36 PM · #15

Originally posted by outofreachx:

Oh its definitely a harley road king :-D I suppose I could put it in a back pack, that would probably cut down vibration atleast 50%

By dampening the vibration with your kidneys ....

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

04/12/2004 10:21:12 PM · #16

We are trailoring the bikes down. I am more concerned when I am out riding around while down there, thats when I will want to take all the pictures :)

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

04/12/2004 10:35:39 PM · #17

Originally posted by outofreachx:

We are trailoring the bikes down. I am more concerned when I am out riding around while down there, thats when I will want to take all the pictures :)

580 miles and you're trailering??!! Where's the fun in that, it's an easy day's ride =)

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

04/12/2004 10:52:17 PM · #18

I would rather ride, but the others dont want to. *shrug*

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

04/12/2004 11:59:51 PM · #19

Originally posted by outofreachx:

I would rather ride, but the others dont want to. *shrug*

My solution for that is "leave 'em in the dust!"

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED

04/13/2004 12:03:17 AM · #20

haha im not riding 600 miles alone!

Flash

Nikon D700

04/13/2004 08:14:21 AM · #21

Originally posted by outofreachx:

Since '01, have been carting my gear on my Road King.....usually in the saddle bag (body/lense/flash). Tripod and or mono go accross the passenger seat. When shooting a larger event like Rolling Thunder, the full camera bag goes accross the passenger seat also. I'd be much more concerned about foul weather than the vibration. Be sure you have the ability to keep things dry and free of sand/dust.

Enjoy. Post a few when you're back.....unless you are submitting them to Easy Rider.

tolovemoon

Canon EOS Rebel SL1

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS

04/13/2004 11:15:15 AM · #22

Have fun I have to miss it, this was the year I was going get to go and had a free place to stay at right on the beach....
Your camera will be alright just dont you want to drop it.....
I guess I just watch the highway and see all of em leaving out through town,,,,
Anyways got new little one maybe next year he be ready to strap to my back

LoudDog

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0L USM

04/13/2004 11:45:39 AM · #23

Consider this, when your camera left the factory it was put on a truck by fork truck and driven to the docks. It was then moved to the boat and taken on a nice smooth boat ride. From there it got moved to another truck, or possibly a train where it traveled across country to a warehouse. Forklifted around a bit, and put on another truck to get to the place that you bought it from.
Thus, anything close to the packaging it was in when you bought it would proably do the job, and I'd bet your camera bag exceeds that.

Spork99

OM System OM-1

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro

04/13/2004 01:41:07 PM · #24

FWIW - I do transit testing when I'm not shooting pictures. OK, well maybe the other way around, but anyway, I know a thing or two about shock, vibration, how they damage things and how to prevent it.

You should be fine with your camera inside a padded camera bag, especially considering you will just be riding around town and not for long distances. The key is to avoid significant shocks and extended exposure to high levels of vibration, so as long as your camera is snug in the bag and you keep your bike rubber side down (a good idea in any event) there should be no problem.