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So I've read a few other threads about this but I'm still not sure what to do... I'm a professional photographer so not bringing my nice camera to bonnaroo would really suck.
Apparently it's pretty easy to sneak dslr cameras with smaller lenses into centeroo but i have a canon 5d mark iii and it's a bit bigger than just a canon rebel or other beginner dslr cameras.
Could I sneak my camera in with my 50mm lens since that lens in smaller or should I just forget it? I have a point & shoot but it's a big one so I'd rather just bring the professional one if I can get it in.
Also, do they check cars for professional cameras when you enter? This is my first roo so I have no idea how strict they are with these kinda things.
They don't care about it in your car. At the gates for Centeroo, it just depends on who's checking. Some people will give you crap for it, some won't care. You can probably just chance it. If you get turned away, try another gate. I see people will high-end cameras getting through all the time, so it doesn't seem like it's that hard to get through, but I've never done it myself. I don't want to carry my dslr around all the time, so I just use a nice little point and shoot.
thanks! yeah, that makes sense. what about shooting once you've gotten into centeroo? if they see you with a nice camera in there will they make you take it back?
thanks! yeah, that makes sense. what about shooting once you've gotten into centeroo? if they see you with a nice camera in there will they make you take it back?
No, I've never seen anyone bother with that once you're in. Maybe it happens, but I've never seen nor heard of that happening once you get through the gates.
A 5D w/ a 50mm prime shouldn't be a problem. What they are mostly looking for is long tele zooms. They don't want people getting pictures of the bands and selling prints.
Post by chemicalbrother on Jun 5, 2012 20:30:29 GMT -5
I had no problems with a D40 a few times last year. I generally didnt take any extra lenses though. Usually just had a 35mm or the kit lens(18-55) with me. I might of taken the 55-200 once though, but not sure. If i did I probly just drew the lucky card at the centeroo gate.
The only problem i had was when i pulled it out in the pit at Robert Plant. And I dont think they wanted any cameras in there period, other than phones. But all he did was make me put it in my backpack. And people kept sneaking cameras back out. I think if they caught you again they would put you out off the pit but thats about it.I saw em keep pointing one guy out and trying to catch him but I dont think they ever did.
You can try to sneak it in but be prepared to be turned away and I know other people have put their cameras in a locker but no way would I put mine in there. I've heard stories of thefts and water getting in them and I just don't trust the lockers for something that valueable. Last year I just kept mine locked in the car.
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I've decided that this year, I'm finally gonna throw caution to the wind and bring my D90 into Centeroo rather than a point and shoot. I've always been afraid of it getting dust/water mist damage, but fuck it. I want to finally have great pics in Centeroo.
I know I'll have no problem bringing getting my prime lens (which I love), into Centeroo, but I'll probably want my 18-105 to get more versatility. I'm thinking it should be easy to bring in.
Onion, I carried my D3000 with the kit (18-55) lens in and used it constantly last year. that said I didnt get up close or anything. I bought me a new Tamron 70-300 this year that fortunately compact up and is jsut an inch or less longer than the kit lens. I plan to bring this one in this year along with my kit lens. I didnt have any dust issues and kept it in my back pack when I want using it. if you plan to change lenses, make sure you do are aware that is when you risk getting dust on your image sensor. i would advise doing a check photo of the sky to make sure you dont have a speck on it. and run the image sensor cleaner often.
Did you keep your camera in a case in your backpack? I just have a soft case for mine, but I don't know that it's really necessary. The less bulk the better.
I have had no problems with my Olympus Pen E-PL1 with a variety of lenses including long teles the last few years. Just upgraded to a Olympus Pen E-PM2 this year and I will be bringing three primes a 20mm 1.7 (40mm equiv), 45mm 1.8 (90mm equiv), 75mm 1.8 (150mm equiv) and one tele a 40-150mm f4-5.6 (80mm-300mm equiv) . I like m43 cameras and lenses for concerts as the gear is so much smaller than full frame dslrs so it doesn't ever get questioned at venues where I don't have credentials. Also, They do very nice 30fps 1080p video and have external mic connectivity if that is your thing. If you are wanting a secondary camera to your pro rig I highly recommend a M43 over a point and shoot and a lot of pros have made the switch from FF to M43 completely because of the size and weight advantaged with very little image quality impact.
So I've read a few other threads about this but I'm still not sure what to do... I'm a professional photographer so not bringing my nice camera to bonnaroo would really suck.
Apparently it's pretty easy to sneak dslr cameras with smaller lenses into centeroo but i have a canon 5d mark iii and it's a bit bigger than just a canon rebel or other beginner dslr cameras.
Could I sneak my camera in with my 50mm lens since that lens in smaller or should I just forget it? I have a point & shoot but it's a big one so I'd rather just bring the professional one if I can get it in.
Also, do they check cars for professional cameras when you enter? This is my first roo so I have no idea how strict they are with these kinda things.
Thanks!
I got stopped one year at the gate and they said "hey, no professional cameras!" And I replied, "if I were a professional photographer, I would have a press pass, I'm just taking photos to show my friends back home." It seemed to work for me.
So I've read a few other threads about this but I'm still not sure what to do... I'm a professional photographer so not bringing my nice camera to bonnaroo would really suck.
Apparently it's pretty easy to sneak dslr cameras with smaller lenses into centeroo but i have a canon 5d mark iii and it's a bit bigger than just a canon rebel or other beginner dslr cameras.
Could I sneak my camera in with my 50mm lens since that lens in smaller or should I just forget it? I have a point & shoot but it's a big one so I'd rather just bring the professional one if I can get it in.
Also, do they check cars for professional cameras when you enter? This is my first roo so I have no idea how strict they are with these kinda things.
Thanks!
I got stopped one year at the gate and they said "hey, no professional cameras!" And I replied, "if I were a professional photographer, I would have a press pass, I'm just taking photos to show my friends back home." It seemed to work for me.
That's a good line! I 'll have to remember that.
I would think that a 50mm would be fine -- the rules say no detachable lenses longer than 2", or something like that. Not sure how close you will get with that, though. The 1.4 (or 1.8) would be great at night, though.
Most of the people working the gates likely do not have professional photo backgrounds, so as long as you don't have a huge lens or a bulky body like my Canon EOS 7D you shouldn't have any trouble getting a camera with a smaller body and detachable lens into Centeroo. I wouldn't mess with bringing other lenses, however. It could be a long walk back to your campsite unless you're quick on your feet like syrinx.
Post by adrenalinetruth on Jun 7, 2013 15:13:04 GMT -5
I have brought multiple cameras into centeroo over the years, only my first year using my dslr. It was awesome to have it, but the bulk of a large camera definitely was not a positive when it came to enjoying myself and having fun, because i was always watching after it. Having a small hi-res camera that is allowable (and possibly with a high digi zoom like mine) seemed to work much better and my photos were much better. Take it for what its worth, but until they actually allow me photo access to the event, I am not going to risk my camera again... just too much hassle for not much more quality. I was able to get it in without problems in most cases as the bag checks turn into mere formalities after the first day. However it is much easier for me to shoot photos with a good point and shoot that takes hd video
Adrenelinetruth--what kind of point and shoot/HD video camera are you taking in? Thanks!
I'm not sure what he has, but as for point and shoots, I highly, highly recommend a point and shoot offering by Panasonic's line of Lumix-branded cameras. The camera I brought last year - the Lumix DMC-ZS1, is an absolutely amazing little camera and I got fantastic pictures with it. The picture quality is astounding, and it makes night light scenes look especially good. It's great in low-light with little noise. Plus it's small and compact, so you can dance around with it in your pocket without having to worry.
I would, however warn you that the Bonnaroo dust wreaks absolute havoc on these little cameras. That tiny amount of dust is enough to jam up the focusing element in their lens barrels. This has happened to me on multiple occasions, breaking my heart, but it always recovers again with a gentle swipe of the edge of a playing card around the lens barrel. Please bring a carrying case or plastic bag to put one of these cameras in [if you're bringing one]. You will regret it if you don't.
Post by dandcwindsor on Jun 8, 2013 10:26:26 GMT -5
I am bringing my old Nikon D80, pulling the battery grip, and bring my 50mm, I have a 55-200 kit lens that is about 3 inches, I will have one of the girls put it in there bag and go through separate. I doubt they will say much camera isn't that big without the battery grip.
I am bringing my old Nikon D80, pulling the battery grip, and bring my 50mm, I have a 55-200 kit lens that is about 3 inches, I will have one of the girls put it in there bag and go through separate. I doubt they will say much camera isn't that big without the battery grip.
We use the same camera at most events, but don't want to test the camera rules with lens sizes at Bonnaroo, so we have a Nikon Coolpix L120 that we use as a concert/festival backup. It does a fine job.
I am bringing my old Nikon D80, pulling the battery grip, and bring my 50mm, I have a 55-200 kit lens that is about 3 inches, I will have one of the girls put it in there bag and go through separate. I doubt they will say much camera isn't that big without the battery grip.
We use the same camera at most events, but don't want to test the camera rules with lens sizes at Bonnaroo, so we have a Nikon Coolpix L120 that we use as a concert/festival backup. It does a fine job.
Normally I would just use my point and shoot but it is on the fritz and I don't want to purchase a new one at this time. My D80 is an older back up camera I use so I am not really concerned about it or the lenses. I figure it is about the same size as some of the larger fixed lens cameras out there, so I should be able to sneak it in
I would love to bring in a DSLR, but this is my first trip, so I am packing light. I have an Olympus waterproof/crushproof point & shoot (TG2), which should do the trick. It will shoot 1080p video, 12 MP shots, and I got a 64GB card, so I hope I am set for four days of shooting. I picked this one because it has a 2.0 aperture, but I have not really had the opportunity to test its mettle in a concert situation. It will go really wide, which is nice. And, last perk, it has a detachable fisheye lens for when I feel creative.
