Lens caught in rain

[Elvira]

Yesterday i was shooting halfway and it rained heavily,i was using Sigma 70-300mm and some rain got onto it...went home and tried wiping it,even tried air blowing with a dryer.tried the lens and still works as per normal,problem is...will my lens get fungus easily in future? and will getting a dry cabinet helpout?

Just a penny of my newbie thoughts,thanks!

 

[jeff49er]

Some water droplets will not harm your lens.

If u r talking about soaking wet then it is a major prob.

 

[photobum]

Ok, here is what you should do.

• Wipe your lens throughly with a clean, dry cloth.

• Leave it outside (on a table) in room temperature for a day to remove any condensation.
• Store your lens in a dry cabinet as per normal.

PS: Using a hair dryer is not advisable especially on a Sigma lens. Reason is the dry heat may cause the synthetic vinyl coating on your lens to deteriorate.

 

[Elvira]

thanks for all te advice!
hope to learn more from you guys in future

 

[viewwing]

bring a small microfiber cloth (can get from petrol mart) and use it to cover your camera should it rain suddenly... it will help to your camera dry

 

[freezemaster]

ah go to be carefull ... its rainning everyday. i keep a super small unbrella in my camera bag Lol

 

[Elvira]

Thanks for all the advice!
cheers