subject: 5 Things to Remember Before Flying with Your Digital Camera [print this page] 5 Things to Remember Before Flying with Your Digital Camera
It will be really exciting to fly to new places. You will definitely want to share your travel experiences with others. You will remember the experiences forever. To this end, digital cameras are frequently employed. These items are so small that they will fit easily into your cybershot case for transport. But before you pack up and head on your trip, there are a few tips you have to remember to keep your digital camera safe while you travel:Be aware of the rules for carrying a digital camera on the planeMost airline companies will allow camera bags as carry-on baggage. Pursuant to standard procedure, however, you may have to submit your camera bag for inspection. You might even have to check it if it's not small enough to carry it with you. Knowing what regulations to expect will help you take appropriate measures such as using a hard case for your camera if you find out that you need to check it.Consider getting your camera insuredIt is most likely not practical to insure an inexpensive point and shoot camera. You should consider to insured your camera, if it is an advanced or SLR model. Make sure you closely examine the general insurance policy and check what coverage is available for damaged, lost or stolen cameras and whether the policy applies for both in-airport handling and at your travel destination.Keep your camera safe from being damaged by the elementsUnpredictable weather can be one of the biggest threats to your camera while traveling. Protecting your camera from harsh weather conditions is imperative. A cybershot case or sealed plastic bag should be used to prevent your camera from water exposure and other unfavorable weather elements. If you notice any condensation building up on the surface of the camera or inside it, stop using it until you are able to get back indoors.Be sure that correct and proper contact info can be found somewhere on your cameraJust in case your camera is lost, make sure you have your name and phone number on both the camera and the camera case. Maybe you can put a sticker on your camera or your bag with your contact information and/or even the name of the hotel in which you're staying, if applicable. If you don't want to stick anything on your camera, you can simply take a photo of a piece of paper filled with similar information and make sure it is on the first frame of the memory card. Consequently, doing this will ensure that anyone who finds or picks up your camera and turns it on will see an image and know it belongs to you.Only take your camera out when you need to use itIt is good common sense to keep your digital camera concealed from view while you are out and about. Keep it inside your bag and take it out only when you use it.Buy the proper equipment and follow common sense tips to protect your expensive camera.
