Brass Monkey temps? Pics added

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Hi all,

We are off to Bavaria for Christmas & hope to get some nice shots. The Schloss Neuschwanstein (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Castle) is in the area. We've been before & are familier with the area.
Has anyone got any tips for using my kit in minus 20 degrees C?

I am aware of the need to keep batteries warm whenever possible, leave camera in the bag & try to let it warm up for a few hours in the coolest room etc.

Can anyone offer anymore advice?

OK, here a few of my efforts!!

Taken near Mittenwald, Germany. After a ride up the mountain on the Karwendel Cable Car.
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Taken near Reutte in Austria.
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Taken just outside the village of Urspring, Bavaria Germany.
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Also taken near Mittenwald, Germany. After a ride up the mountain on the Karwendel Cable Car.
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C&C welcome.

Mick
 
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There is a thread already running about usage in minus temps on the forum with a lot of info already posted.

I was given the advice (from a mate who had been in Alaska in winter) to source some hand warmers, and put one in your pocket with the batteries and it keeps them warm in very cold conditions.

Like these - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Magic-Gel-Reusable-Hand-Warmer/dp/B000MU4IJ2



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Nothing to do with the temperature.. but do try the Schweinshaxe whilst you're in Bavaria.. with rotkohl and knödel :thumbs:
 
While it's not Alaska, I've shot plenty in wintery North Dakota at temps well below zero Fahrenheit. Both my D80 and D300 performed admirably at these temps, and battery life was reasonable considering the conditions. I often keep the camera inside my parka until I'm ready to start shooting, and slip it back whenever there's a break in the action. That helps keep the entire camera and lens warm. Obviously would be a challenge if you had one of the super telephotos mounted. LOL
 
Don't forget to wear something warm yourself and don't forget to post some of the pics. Planning a break in the same area next summer, couldn't make it in winter as I struggle too much with my fingers in extreme cold. Much below 0 celcius and my fingers stiffen up so I don't go out much in winter. I should hibernate.
 
Also if you come in from the cold, put your camera and lens in a poly bag prior to coming in till everything reaches room temp, otherwise it'll fog up.
 
I'd heard that, about it fogging up.
I've got hold of some large bags of silica from work. (bag of sugar size)
So was gonna keep the camera in my bag & put it in a cool area for a few hours. I presume it's also a good idea to put the bag in the boot of the car on the way home?
 
I'm just back from Niederbayern (eastern Bavaria, towards the Czech border) yesterday, the weather has so far been mild in Bavaria for the time of year. Snow fell above 400m starting on Saturday, fairly light.. but as we flew out yesterday steady snow was falling with sleet below 400m.

Night temperatures were dropping to about -5C on Sunday night, but that was the coldest the whole time I was there this year. Four years ago it was down to -20C.
 
Slightly off topic, but I'm off to Iceland in March next year and have lots of cold weather gear (silk base layers etc) but am looking for boots that are going to keep my tootsies warm and have good grip in icy conditions. Have some snow boots but not warm enough! Anyone got any good ideas?
 
Mickwreay said:
I'd heard that, about it fogging up.
I've got hold of some large bags of silica from work. (bag of sugar size)
So was gonna keep the camera in my bag & put it in a cool area for a few hours. I presume it's also a good idea to put the bag in the boot of the car on the way home?
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If the bag is sealed, then you won't need any silica gel within it, as all the condensation will form on the outside. You could just as well put the camera inside the car, to get it warmed up again, then.

Enjoy your trip.
 
HelenC said:
Slightly off topic, but I'm off to Iceland in March next year and have lots of cold weather gear (silk base layers etc) but am looking for boots that are going to keep my tootsies warm and have good grip in icy conditions. Have some snow boots but not warm enough! Anyone got any good ideas?
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Sorel caribou boots.

Or failing that get sheepskin insoles for whatever boots you buy, I found them invaluable in Iceland.
 
Stunning scenery Mick and a nice set, of the four I especially like the last one. The foreground with the crisp detail and diagonal line really helps capture the drama of the location. Nice bit of flare too!
 
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