To keep a tape in the camera

Dan Robinson · November 6th, 2006, 05:18 PM

Is there any documented advice on whether it is better for a camera to be carried around/transported/stored between shoots with or without a tape inside?

Richard Alvarez · November 6th, 2006, 05:48 PM

When the tape is in the transport, the tape door is open, exposing the tape to dust and possible contamination. This is mitigated by the quality of the seal around the tape transport door. But over a long term, I wouldn't recommend it. Short term, no big deal.

November 6th, 2006, 05:18 PM	#1
Dan Robinson Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Charleston, West Virginia Posts: 131	To keep a tape in the camera - or not Is there any documented advice on whether it is better for a camera to be carried around/transported/stored between shoots with or without a tape inside?

November 6th, 2006, 05:48 PM	#2
Richard Alvarez Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: San Mateo, CA Posts: 3,840	When the tape is in the transport, the tape door is open, exposing the tape to dust and possible contamination. This is mitigated by the quality of the seal around the tape transport door. But over a long term, I wouldn't recommend it. Short term, no big deal.