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How can you protect your camera in different environments?

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I was asked this question by a listener (thank you) who is planning an exciting trip to see gorillas (and other animals). So what can you do to protect your camera in different environments?

To protect my lenses, I do a couple of things:

Buy a good quality UV filter to protect the glass at the end of the lens. While I've never scratched a lens, I would far rather replace a UV filter than have to look at an expensive repair or even scrap a good lens.

Use the lens hood. If you're moving around and the lens swings unexpectedly, the chances are that the lens hood will absorb the…

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