How To Keep Your Camera Safe When Flying

You have to be aware of the rules for carrying a digital camera on the plane, before flying with your digital camera like consider getting your camera insured, provide the necessary contact information on your camera, protect your camera from harsh external elements and take your camera out only when it is needed.
Flying to new and different places can be an exciting activity, and you will definitely want to share the experiences you had or save something for remembrance. This purpose is a very popular one for digital cameras and other gadgets. Fortunately, you can pack your camera rather handily and conveniently in a cybershot case so you can carry it with you wherever you go. If you plan a trip then you need to follow a few tips to ensure safety to your digital camera during your travel:
Make sure you know the plane’s policy for digital cameras
Camera bags are considered by many airlines as a suitable carry-on item. You may have to check the bag, or perhaps have its bag inspected. Knowing what regulations to expect will help you take appropriate measures such as using a hard case for your camera if you find out that you need to check it.
Think about obtaining insurance for your camera
It’s probably unnecessary to get insurance if you’re working with a basic digital camera of the point and shoot variety. You should consider to insured your camera, if it is an advanced or SLR model. Be sure to read the general insurance policy to see what it covers for damaged, lost, or stolen cameras and whether it pertains to in-airport handling and at your travel destination.
Safeguard your camera from weather extremes
Your camera is vulnerable to damage from unpredictable weather while vacationing. Protecting your camera from harsh weather conditions is imperative. Prepare a waterproof cybershot case or a sealed plastic bag for your camera in case it will be exposed to water or other harsh elements in the environment. If you notice any condensation building up on the surface of the camera or inside it, stop using it until you are able to get back indoors.
Make sure you equip your camera with the necessary contact information
Just in case your camera is lost, make sure you have your name and phone number on both the camera and the camera case. It is a good idea to put a small label or a tag on your camera and camera case with your identification details like your name, email address and the phone number of the place you are staying at along with your own personal contact number. You don’t have to stick anything to your camera if you don’t like to-just take a photo of a piece of paper with the important information and keep it as the first frame in the memory card. If someone happen to locate your camera he or she can see the image once it is switched on.
Only when you are actually using the camera should it be out
In the same way that you would not walk around unfamiliar streets waving a stash of money, you should not wander around with your digital camera exposed. Let it remain in your bag and only remove it when you need to use it.
Your camera is a significant investment that requires in-flight coddling, so take a few minutes to insure you’ve got the right protective gear.