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Camera Security
On Wed, 03 Jul 2013 08:32:23 -0500, Dave S wrote:
Reading the thread "Looking for DSLR selection recommendation" shows back-to-back reports of cameras being stolen. I just returned from a trip to southern Europe. In Rome's central train station we had an uncomfortable experience. We arrived at our platform with our luggage about 9:30 AM for an 11:30 departure, and were the only people on our platform. Two young men ran across tracks to our platform, gesturing for me to accompany them into the tunnel to see the train schedule. I, of course, did not follow, but my wife was concerned that it was my DSLR camera which attracted the attention. During this 3-week trip, my camera was constantly ready on a Blackrapid Sport harness. My question is, do you hide your camera in "risky" situations? If so, how do you do that? I don't bring my camera bag on air trips, where I only carry my camera + walking-around lens because it's meant to hold camera + three lenses, and would still advertise the presence of an expensive camera. What other steps do you take to feel secure with your camera? Dave S. On most of my journeys to foreign lands, I carry my DSLR in a war-surplus khaki bag with a long strap that goes over my shoulder. The bag also contains an extra lens, a water bottle, maps, GPS, and a few other odds and ends. I don't think anybody would particularly think there is anything valuable in the bag. I get the camera out and shoot what I want to shoot, but when there is nothing to shoot, it goes back in the bag. In places like India, it is a lot of fun shooting people, and locals will often spontaneously pose if they see a camera. So let the camera dangle in view then if you want, in the right situations. When I shoot kids in India, I work quickly and then stash the camera and leave promptly before those charming kids start getting ideas. Italy IMHO requires some additional security measures, because theft is very common there. Also, I would not use a very expensive camera for street photography -- nothing more than a Canon Rebel or equivalent. Be discreet and don't show off your gear. W |
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