I am new to DSLRs. It is okay to keep the camera in here face/lens down? No harm to the lens?
1961958
Yes, although you should have your lens cap on, there is just light padding on the bottom.
1961959
It is as long as you have the lens cap on. We're very happy with this item.
1060548
As long as it stays on the lens and doesn't drop off you are probably OK. A polarizing filter needs to turn, that's how you adjust it to the maximum effect.
130709
Yes, the camera lens is exposed. In my opinion it is buried enough to protect it from scratches if you are referring when you lay your phone down.
311503
Alex, I leave mine on to because it helps protect the lens. It also helps me learn to make adjustments with light. This weekend I'm planning to test full sun photography with and without it. I'll let you know my results.
483239
When handling in normal circumstances, I have not found lens creep to be an issue. The one scenario where there is a bit of creep is when using a Blackrapid camera strap, which in effect hangs the camera upside down. That in itself is usually not enough, however normal hiking/walking movements will jog the lens. I compensate for that by loosely holding the camera so it does not sway around.
1934360
I haven't had any issues with the case affecting my camera/pictures. The opening around the lens is angled away.
682945
Not at all. The camera lens and flash are exposed as no not hinder it. Its a great case
1481316
There's no raised groove on the camera cut, so the lens can easily get scratched if it's not laid on a flat surface. Which is a bit of a downside for this case. The flash part is more protected than the camera lol, it's kinda weird. Yes it does have a high enough lip to protect the screen from being scratched if laid facing down.
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With the heavy DSLR I tend to protect the camera by keeping a hand on it - it's just too risky to let it hang. It's comfortable, and I haven't had any issues with breakage, etc. The connection to the tripod screw is good and the metal is heavy. Honestly, I put my camera into my backpack until I think I'll need it. A heavy DSLR just looks expensive.
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Not a problem. There's a hole for that. Although you have to hold the cover out of the way of the lens.
1472856
Not at all, there is a generous space for the lense and flash. It is shaped sort of like a bowl. Very good for flash. No hindrance.
857566
You would probably have to take off the case, it all depends on how the lens sits over the case... I used to take mine off but I discovered that I could actually leave mine on while taking the photo.
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The only problem i have with it is when the lens is in full wide angle. Sometimes you will see the bottom of the lens hood so i take it off for those shots. Other than that it does keep your glass from banging into things while walking around.
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Funny you should ask, Bryan. I just noticed a slight lifting on the back side of the zoom ring today. I've shot a couple thousand frames so far and I carry my camera in a bag where it rubs up against other gear. The knob on the front of the ring is wearing a hole in the bag divider against which it sits. So I've been a little rough with my camera. IMO the loose ring is probably normal. Unless our cameras are both defective. Everything works as it should.
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I have no problems keeping both of the lenses in the bag. I also keep an extra battery and a few other accessories in it at the same time.
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My experience is that it fits lens-down but I don't feel that is a safe way to hold the camera. It could easily "flip out" when you open it. I kept it for a (pretty much unused) film camera. What I use is Lowepro Nova cases; I had one for my SX-10 for years and it has performed well, so I purchased one when I purchased an SX-40. Very protective, secure, and enough room for accessories.
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I use it as my lens (and cover) of choice. Drop it in you pocket and your ready with excellent photos at a moments notice. It has such a wide DOF that, except for close objects, you don't even use the zone focus lever.