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How rugged is my 5D Mkiii?

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Jaze:
I'd like to carry my camera around more often without lugging around a big camera bag. I like the new 40mm pancake lens pretty well, and was thinking of using one of those neoprene camera wraps to protect the 5D with the little lens, and slipping the thing into my regular bag. It would have some support in the bag, but not the bracing and velcro'd confinements that my camera bag have. I'd expect it to be jostled somewhat, but have no major bumps.

Would that be suicide?

rpt:
Bubble wrap and then large ziplock before putting it in you bag? Depends on the number and kind of bumps and how fast you want the camera out...

Mt Spokane Photography:
There is no standard to define ruggedness or protection.  One camera might survive a big time hit while another fails with a little bump.
The trick is where to provide the bump.
It all depends on the individual and the way you use the camera.  If you thiink it will get dropped or banged around, one of the protective covers will help.  However, a 1 series body is definitely built to take a licking.

sandymandy:
Canon 7D - Hardcore Durability Test Small | Large

dont worry so much about the cameras :)

Jaze:
Sweet Jesus! I had no idea!

Before I run off and run it over with a truck and set it on fire, any idea if the 5D is the Fragile Francis of the Canon line?

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