So glad I found this handy product through a photography blog link! A two pack of these for under $5 is a steal! The packaging is nice and thin, slid easily into my camera bag or day-pack, and I forgot I had them - until I needed them!
On a trip to Paris, we encountered tons of rain, and of course it was on the day we were at the Eiffel Tower! The day would have been ruined if I hadn't had these Rainsleeves with us. We easily figured out how to fit it over my camera (I was using a Nikon D5100 with an 18-200mm lens) at a café and were back on our way again for the rest of the night.
The Rainsleeve fits over the whole camera with a little hole that is pre-cut to fit over the viewfinder (you remove and refit your eyepiece to hold it in place). The other end is held around your lens with a drawstring. The bag is curved to naturally conform to your arm, and there is a lot of space inside for your hand to move around to the controls. Your other hand on the outside can easily move the lens, but the way I ended up fitting mine, it ended up being easier to leave part of the lens tube exposed when it was extended. (I wish the drawstring was replaced with elastic...it did get in the way sometimes).
I use a Black Rapid RS-7 camera strap (which is another miraculous product worth every cent), and it worked fine with this product, but the Rainsleeves probably wouldn't work as well with a traditional camera strap (although you could probably use the bag "upside down" with the bend of it in the opposite direction. We realized we had inadvertently done this the entire first day we used it, with no real problem, there was enough surplus material that we didn't really notice).
Even though the Rainsleeve was soaked the first night, my camera was dry (except the glass of the lens, which I will prepare better for in the future - make sure to have something to dry and buff those water spots!) We hung the Rainsleeve up to dry that night, and re-used it again the next day. I think we probably could have gotten one or two more uses out of it if we needed to, but luckily the rain stopped and we had the second one anyway.
Keeping a nice little stock of these on hand for sure! What a great tool to have in a pinch - such a simple inexpensive solution to keep my $2000 set up working on our pricey picturesque vacation, even despite the weather! :)
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From the manufacturer
Be prepared for the unexpected by bringing along a Rainsleeve!
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Compact designThe Rainsleeve offers a shield from rain, sand and snow that fits easily in a pocket or camera bag. All camera and lens controls are easily seen and operated. There's no excuse for leaving it behind! |
Hand-held or tripod useIf shooting with a long lens, the tripod mount can be attached directly through the pliable plastic. If shooting using an OP/TECH USA neck strap, simply attach the quick disconnects directly through the pliable plastic. (Note: verify that you have a positive lock on the quick disconnects.) |
Unique eyepieceThe eyepiece opening adapts to most camera viewfinders, allowing composition of shots through the camera’s lens, not through the plastic. |
Drawstring lens openingThe drawstring enclosure uses a barrel lock to secure snugly around the lens offering added protection and convenience. |
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| Price | $8.49 | — | $8.36 | $11.99 |
| Protects gear from dust and inclement weather | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fits Body/Lens configurations up to (Imperial) | 8" L x 4.5" Ø | 18" L x 7" Ø | 14" L x 7" Ø | 25" L x 8" Ø |
| Fits Body/Lens configurations up to (Metric) | 20,3cm L x 11,4cm Ø | 45,7cm L x 17,8cm Ø | 35,6cm L x 17,8cm Ø | 63,5cm L x 20,3cm Ø |
| Accommodates Flash | ✓ |
About OP/TECH USA
OP/TECH USA is proud to be a family-owned and operated company with over 95% of our products made in our Belgrade, Montana factory.
Our product offering has expanded greatly since we started in 1982, yet our commitment to superior function and quality remains. Our products carry a lifetime warranty against defects in materials or workmanship because we feel that people still want a company and product that they can depend on. We know once you try our products and become part of our extended family, you will feel the difference!
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| Price | — | $7.99 | $8.99 | $9.99 | $23.99 | $14.99 |
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| Sold By | — | JW Photography Accessory | JW Photography Accessory | wannabuy | JW Photography Accessory | JW Photography Accessory |
| compatible devices | Cameras | Cameras | Cameras | Cameras | Cameras | Cameras |
| compatible phones | — | — | — | All DSLR SLR Cameras | For DSLR & Mirrorless Camera | for cameras + lens less than 7.8" |
| material | Plastic | pe | pe | Nylon | — | Polyvinyl Chloride |
| weight | 1 grams | — | 0.08 kilograms | 0.15 kilograms | — | 0.16 kilograms |
Reviews with images
Great for the price. Works as advertised
I bought this and a larger reusable cover to take pictures of lightning. I found this cover perfectly capable of keeping my camera dry. And the eye hole worked great. First storm I used this product it was raining cats and dogs and I felt comfortable with the protection. Great for folding one up and stashing it in your bag just in case
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