Camera protection

Questions about equipment and supplies to bring on a trip (including reviews).

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Camera protection

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I just bought a Nikon DSLR (D7000) and am contemplating what sort of protection I want/need for an I.R. canoe trip (hopefully this summer). I'm leaning towards a Pelican/Hardigg Storm case--about 5 lbs and bulky, but it'll have 2-3k worth of equipment in it. Looking for opinions from anyone who's brought serious photo gear before. I did get a shoulder sling bag for hiking/out-and-about use. That could go in a dry bag, but wouldn't offer as much impact protection and not as convenient for on-the-water shooting.
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Re: Camera protection

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I've used a Pelican case for my Cannon Rebel for years. I especially like the precut foam padding that comes with the case that can be customized to fit the camera. I drilled a couple of holes on the exterior flanges of the case so I could bungee cord it to the deck of the kayak just in front of the cockpit. That gives me easy access. Here is a photo.
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Re: Camera protection

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Another vote for the Pelican case, both Tricia and I use them. Well worth the $$ IMO.
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Thanks guys for confirming my thinking. Ordered one today.
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Oh, I also glued my big compass on the top of the box. Two birds; one stone.
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