Taking pictures in the dunes

[PHIL_B54]

i just wanted to ask what everone used to take pics in the dunes. i have a digital camera, but i dont want to fill it full of sand. my first time i used just a straight disposable camera...it got so sand filled that it stopped working after 4 pics. so i started using water-proof disposable cameras...no problems with sand now, but the quality sucks, and you have to be very close for them to turn out.

so what does everyone use?

[beerock]

double zip lock it!!

[SHOCKER]

we use our digital camera, we just be careful and not use it when the wind is blowing hard and sand is in the air

[EPDP99]

i use my digital also, havent had any sand problems in 2 years of going

[big-guy]

Borrow a camera. :)

[PHIL_B54]

now that's a thought. thanks guys, i guess i just need to carry it in a zip-loc and try not to take it out when its really windy

here is one of our pics from Little Sahara back in oct. i didnt think i was that far away from him

[PHIL_B54]

here's me

[AshYFZ450]

We've been using our same Fuji digital in the dunes and out on the boat for the last 3 years. Has a little trouble with auto focus now sometimes and the zoom is a little crunchy.
2005
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid155/pe145e23fdba9bd02cb269b59b260d674/f568306d.jpg
2002
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid153/p0e3cdb645ac4a65fdfaadbe76539975f/f598f78f.jpg

[DaleJrFan]

i have a good camera case for traveling on the dunes but i recently ruined my wifes camcorder while recording on a windy dune. sand got all it and ruined the tape head.

[foleyit]

My friend has a Canon A70 and a waterproof case for it. It works fine and has been dropped in the sand many times. I use my digital camcorder (Canon ZR65mc). Bought it from BestBuy and purchase their service plan, and they clean it and once a year for free.

I keep it in a ziploc bag, never use it on windy days, and keep distance from the action.

[wcr400ex]

I use a olympus digital....I am just careful but sand gets everywhere so expect that...
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid155/pdc7247397bae4fd13f395276e53384c5/f55546a2.jpg

[DaleJrFan]

how much did that best buy warranty cost ya for the camera?

[foleyit]

For my zr65mc about $135 for 5 year plan. It also covers theft (police report required).

I just purchased the Canon EOS Digital through company vendor and purchased a 3 yr plan for $100.

[kssandduner]

I use a Minolta 35mm that I bought awhile back, not sure if they still make it, but it's completely waterproof, and it takes the three different sizes of pics, including the panoramics. Most of the time it rides along with me in the airbox, so it's all beat to hell, but still takes awesome pics. Best camera I ever bought!

Joe