waterproof or not: Does it protect SLR from water like sudden rain?
155756
They are not waterproof per se, but my camera and lenses were snug in my Lowepro bag when they rolled off a 10 foot high rock and landed in a 2in deep puddle, zipper down. Horrified, I scrambled off the rock and yanked my bag out of the puddle, and was amazed that not a drop of water got in my bag, and my dSLR and lenses were all unharmed. I will never own any bag except a Lowepro!!! Also, I have been caught in sudden rainstorms and have never had water get in my bag. Common sense should prevail though, and I wouldn't stay out in rain any longer than neccessary to get myself and the camera out of the weather.
1463891
I've never used the flash when the camera is wet, but I believe it is waterproof.
1761350
I have not paid any attention to the warranty conditions. Water resistant? ..... I live in the Puget Sound area and have left the camera out in the rain for as much as four days at a time with no problem.
839586
It is described as "dust and splash resistant". It does not affect the weather sealing of the camera.
1694885
It is waterproof for a few seconds but not for underwater activity. I used it take pool and beach photos. I also dropped it in a pool. However, if I submerged it for any length of time, say a minute or so, there would be some moisture in the case. I would Not submerge it for prolonged periods.
136009
Loralai - no, it is not waterproof. I am quite happy with the camera, however.
411395
No, the camera has a water protective cover on it but this is just for possibility of maybe a light rain, not submersable
1099707
Unfortunately I was unable to find anything in the paperwork stating it is waterproof. The camera comes with a waterproof case that has buttons for operation, and the remote is definitely water resistant if not waterproof, it would not be effected by rain but I am not sure if it is submersible.
241086
It is definitely not water PROOF, in that you can't submerse it without the underwater case, which I bought and is awesome by the way. The camera is pretty water resistant though. I got caught in the rain a few times riding my bike and it got pretty wet and continued to record.
27574
I would not get stuck in the rain with it. A light sprinkle would get the small top compartment wet. All I keep in there is a sling strap anyways. Anything heavier would probably get into the main camera compartment.
2183939
Yes, they are rainproof. They have been through numerous storms, some severe, and have not had a problem with them. Excellent cameras and excellent customer service.
446488
Well, I used mine in the rain on a tripod pointed at a bird feeder. We got a MAJOR rain (historic flooding) and my camera died. Returning for warranty service; I'll cross my fingers that Bushnell will replace it.
740532
I've never tested it out as far as waterproof, but it is a dense canvas and the insides and camera inserts are plastic so I would assume it's waterproof. I don't think it has a grip for tripods. There is a 2 inch strip on the back where something could be attached. The loop it makes is not big enough to slide a tripod through, though. A monopod, maybe.
183663
I have never used it in rain. Would be ok in light rain. I would keep a water proof bag handy inside backpack for camera
2133752
Sorry. I never used it underwater. But I do feel, by hands on the camera and components, that the whole package is well engineered and well made. I wouldn't hesitate to use the case in the rain.
1961669
I've used the battery grip in misty conditions, and some light rain conditions, making sure to dry both the camera and grip off as soon as possible. So far, no indications of malfunction or problems.
531300
No, it is not waterproof. It is splash and dust resistant. In other words you can take photos in the rain or at the beach using one of Pentax's sealed lenses. You cannot submerge the camera in water. It is a solid well constructed camera. I've had mine since 2008 with no problems.