Digital Sports Photography - Prepare for the Elements

SUMMARY: Don't let the rain, wind, sleet, or snow keep you from taking great sports photos.

Unless you are shooting basketball or hockey inside a nice, air-conditioned or heated arena, you should prepare for the elements. Most likely, your digital camera is not waterproof (very few currently are). In case of rain, snow, or mist, you do not want to have to pack up and leave while the game is still going on.

Consider purchasing a rain or snow cover (rain hood) that you can use to cover the camera and lens (with an opening at the front of the lens from which a photo will be taken, of course). You can find these at your local camera store or online. Try to get one specially made for your digital camera for best results. Make sure it is on correctly; you do not need moisture entering your digital camera or fogging up your lens. And, of course, take care of yourself as well - wear protective clothing and don't try to take photos if the weather situation proves dangerous.

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