Waterproof Jacket for Photography

[taxboy]

I'm looking for a waterproof shell for photography and looking for recommendations please. It will be used to withstand lowland downpours - so no mountains or rock scrambling !
Is Gore Tex still the recommended go to or has technology moved forward. So far I've identified a decent hood and pockets that work whilst wearing a rucksack harness as needs but any other pointers appreciated. I don't mind paying a bit extra for longevity but similarly don't want to go mad. Budget £250 absolute tops for a jacket that will last several years

 

[LCPete]

I just use a normal walking jacket, one thing that I would say is get a slightly larger size so that you can carry your camera setup under your jacket in heavy rain

 

[tarric]

I have been using one of these https://grahamsonline.co.uk/menswea...ts-c3/daiwa-wilderness-3-4-length-jacket-p121 for a couple of years now. It was a lightbulb moment as I have been fishing for years using these kinds of jacket in all sorts of weather and they are very good at the job and the bonus is the pockets it's amazing what you can fit in them.

 

[Nod]

If you'll be doing anything that needs quiet (wildlife?), some fabrics are a LOT quieter than others so it's worth having a wriggle in them. I've not found GoreTex to be any better or longer lasting than other breathable outer layers.

 

[simon ess]

I always recommend Jack Pyke Hunters jacket. Superb and great value.

 

[Fuji Dave]

I have a Gore Tex shake dry when it is just drizzle as it's so light weight, but a bigger coat for when it chucks it down.

 

[popcorn]

A bit left field as not a photography coat, but this is great, easily the match of the Rab, Timbuktu and Berghaus coats I have/had. Its designed for specialist angling and mine is still going still like new after 3 years. Only one colour (green) available though

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[mav]

have a look at Paramo top jackets , and you can reproof them at jome , ive had mine years and still as good as new , lots of Mountain rescue use them, paramo have an ebay shop as well. ,

 

[JonathanRyan]

have a look at Paramo top jackets , and you can reproof them at jome , ive had mine years and still as good as new , lots of Mountain rescue use them, paramo have an ebay shop as well. ,

And the mountain rescue that can't afford Paramo buy Keela

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Cairn may suit you for lowland downpours, but I doubt you would regret a Munro.

 

[Elmer_fudd25]

Look at stalking clothing. Designed to get wind and waterproof but also silent. Its what I use

 

[Astraeus]

I'm in my fifth year with a Montane Alpine Pro and would heartily recommend it. It looks brand new and has withstood the very worst of conditions. It's a really lightweight jacket with four decent sized pockets.

Plus, even though I haven't had to use it for this, Montane has an excellent repair service. When my down jacket ripped (cyclist tearing past me at full speed!), it was £20, to send it to Northumberland, get it refilled and restitched as good as new.

 

[Topsy]

have a look at Paramo top jackets , and you can reproof them at jome , ive had mine years and still as good as new , lots of Mountain rescue use them, paramo have an ebay shop as well. ,

 

[Steelo]

And the mountain rescue that can't afford Paramo buy Keela

Mens Waterproof Jackets - Keela

Browse our range of mens waterproof jackets - we have it all from highly waterproof durable jackets for skiing to lighter waterproofs for days out

keelaoutdoors.com

Cairn may suit you for lowland downpours, but I doubt you would regret a Munro.

I have the Keela Stratus and wouldn't wear anything else, not only does it keep you dry, it's the best I've ever had for wicking too. I have a few other Keela jackets and trousers too. They're my 'go to' outdoor clothing brand by a country mile.