Is this lens weather sealed for dusty conditions?
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The lens itself does not have any rubber gaskets to keep out water and dust. At its closest focusing distance, there is a gap between the first element and the mount where you can see the electronic chip so put the focus somewhere in the middle during storage so nothing gets inside the lens. I've personally used it in the snow and got it pretty wet(heh) but all in all it was ok when I got home. It should be fine for usage in moderately dusty places.
34109
If there is condensation inside the lens there is a crack in the lens cover or a bad seal. I have not had any problems at all. The picture is clear and bright. You do have to keep the lens clean. Even works perfectly at night.
1302816
The OMD is weather sealed but not waterproof and very few lenses are even weather sealed. Others have wisely recommended a waterproof model as the way to take images under water or under very wet conditions. Even with weather sealed cameras it is unknown just how long the seals last before they deteriorate which could be well past the warranty period. Users should consider that possibility when taking their older "weather sealed" cameras in very wet conditions.
2039942
Yes. Any Nikkor or Nikon lens with the initials AW (All Weather) is waterproof.
1121424
No, this lense doesn't have special rubber coating, which is available in weather resistant cameras and lenses.
705362
The camera is designed to be used in dry conditions.The instructions say to keep it away from moisture.If you buy this model, buy the case and dust cover.The camera isn't dust friendly.
554607
The lens is coated with a rain guard and the battery pocket has o-rings. None of the paper work says its waterproof though. Hope this helps.
1963741
I cannot know which set you are looking at. The lens should be designated by Pentax with the letters WR on the lens for you to know that it is weather resistant. Good luck with your shopping.
185714
I'm not sure of what your question is about ,the housing is weather proof rain drops could spot the outside of the plastic lens. May have a problem if you live where the temps get very cold with pan and focus.
246685
After nearly 2 years with my copy it's fine too. I do have a pretty large speck of dust in the front element but it doesn't affect anything. You have to keep in mind that dust in the front of the lens does not affect image quality so it's a non-issue. Certainly should not be a factor in the buying process as the lens has some amazing strengths.
1062512
It is just an opening and there is no shield to protect the lens. With that said, the case is thick enough for the lens to be protected from breaking, but it is not protected from the dust.
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It is described as "dust and splash resistant". It does not affect the weather sealing of the camera.
1254537
Yes the outside lens is smoked.I have one with the clear lens on my car now and have not put the smoked lens on. Yet.
136754
The lens mounting ring is plastic and provides a nice tight fit in normal use, but, there is no "O" ring weather-seal on it.
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Did this for my mothers Subaru about 3 years ago, the lenses is still crystal clear. Thats the longest one I have personal experience with. The car is driven in high desert, lots of sun, wind and blowing dust/sand. The car is not garaged.
159813
T2i isn't dustproof either... If your worried about serious amounts of dust, you should buy L lenses and a XXD or XD frame (e.g. 30D frame, 5D frame, etc). If you can't afford a weather resistant frame, you probably shouldn't worry about getting weather resistant glass...
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The kit lens in 18mm-55mm is not weather resistant but the kit lens in 18mm-135mm with WR suffix is weather resistant.