Petrol PRC-EX1 raincover availability at DVinfo.net

Jason Bodnar · July 16th, 2008, 02:50 PM

FYI, just got off the phone with them and they should be releasing this to dealers on the second or third week of August. This one looks like more of a pro-cam type, a perfect fit with maximum manuverability for the hands and Camera parts.

http://www.petrolbags.com/products/C...X1/PRC-EX1.htm

David Chia · July 17th, 2008, 07:33 AM

Looking at the opening for the lens part, It kinda of useless if the rain and wind is blowing towards you.

Jason Bodnar · July 17th, 2008, 01:25 PM

True but the stuff I shoot I make sure my back is to the wind if rain is involved as the lens is still exposed with all rainslickers and waterdrops all over the lens in SD looked bad enough let alone in HD unless that is a look your after...Like Storm chasing. Most of the big pro raincovers have the larg opening but over hang the lens hood just enough.

Buck Forester · July 17th, 2008, 02:05 PM

I wonder which one offers better protection, the Petrol or the Portabrace?

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...n_Slicker.html

I've been waiting for the Petrol for a while but I will be doing some shooting on the coast in the winter, probably with headwinds at time, and the Portabrace looks like it might be more snug, I dunno.

David Chia · July 17th, 2008, 02:21 PM

I think the Kata rc-15 is a better option. I've tried the Portabrace on my old XHA1, it took at least 5mins to get it on, by the time your camera would be swimming in water. and the rc-15 covers every thing and at the same time have room for both hands...

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...ain_Cover.html

Andy Wilkinson · July 17th, 2008, 02:31 PM

Looks like it might!

Jason Bodnar · July 17th, 2008, 03:15 PM

I have the Kata for my VX2000 and it works great! However with the EX1 I rely on the LCD and not the EVF...I know with my VX2000 and the Kata I can not get both hands inside nor can I use the LCD, but it does work great for overall protection and use of the EVF.

Buck Forester · July 17th, 2008, 11:40 PM

Hmmm... does anyone know from experience whether you can use the LCD with the Kata?

Also, I'm wondering about camera heat. I accidently left my camera "on" the other day and put it in my zipped up carrying bag. A couple hours later, not knowing I left the camera "on", I picked it up and it was freakin' hot! I mean, surprisingly hot... worried me. Is that normal? How well do they do in full covers while shooting in regards to the camera heat produced?

Piotr Wozniacki · July 18th, 2008, 01:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Buck Forester

Also, I'm wondering about camera heat. I accidently left my camera "on" the other day and put it in my zipped up carrying bag. A couple hours later, not knowing I left the camera "on", I picked it up and it was freakin' hot! I mean, surprisingly hot... worried me. Is that normal? How well do they do in full covers while shooting in regards to the camera heat produced?

Yeah... I almost think the battery drainage is a blessing, making us to remove it each time we put our EX1's away. Especially with this pathetic power on/off switch!

Geoff Addis · July 18th, 2008, 02:26 AM

Sony now have a fix for the battery draining problem. Have had my camera modified and it seems OK.

Geoff

Piotr Wozniacki · July 18th, 2008, 02:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Geoff Addis

Sony now have a fix for the battery draining problem. Have had my camera modified and it seems OK.

Geoff

Yes, I know - but it's still said to take some 5 mins overnight; my old V1E could be left unused for weeks, and not loose a minute!

July 16th, 2008, 02:50 PM	#1
Jason Bodnar Major Player Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Seattle WA Posts: 376	Petrol PRC-EX1 raincover availability FYI, just got off the phone with them and they should be releasing this to dealers on the second or third week of August. This one looks like more of a pro-cam type, a perfect fit with maximum manuverability for the hands and Camera parts. http://www.petrolbags.com/products/C...X1/PRC-EX1.htm

July 17th, 2008, 07:33 AM	#2
David Chia Major Player Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Singapore Posts: 427	Looking at the opening for the lens part, It kinda of useless if the rain and wind is blowing towards you. __________________ Website: http://www.Motiononcanvas.com Camera Operator/ Video Editor in Singapore. https://new.cinematographer.org.au/m...713/david-chia

July 17th, 2008, 02:21 PM	#5
David Chia Major Player Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Singapore Posts: 427	I think the Kata rc-15 is a better option. I've tried the Portabrace on my old XHA1, it took at least 5mins to get it on, by the time your camera would be swimming in water. and the rc-15 covers every thing and at the same time have room for both hands... http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...ain_Cover.html __________________ Website: http://www.Motiononcanvas.com Camera Operator/ Video Editor in Singapore. https://new.cinematographer.org.au/m...713/david-chia

July 17th, 2008, 02:31 PM	#6
Andy Wilkinson Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Cambridge UK Posts: 2,853	Would it fit the EX3? Looks like it might! __________________ Andy K Wilkinson - https://www.shootingimage.co.uk Cambridge (UK) Corporate Video Production

July 17th, 2008, 01:25 PM	#3
Jason Bodnar Major Player Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Seattle WA Posts: 376	True but the stuff I shoot I make sure my back is to the wind if rain is involved as the lens is still exposed with all rainslickers and waterdrops all over the lens in SD looked bad enough let alone in HD unless that is a look your after...Like Storm chasing. Most of the big pro raincovers have the larg opening but over hang the lens hood just enough.

July 17th, 2008, 02:05 PM	#4
Buck Forester Major Player Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: California Posts: 230	I wonder which one offers better protection, the Petrol or the Portabrace? http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...n_Slicker.html I've been waiting for the Petrol for a while but I will be doing some shooting on the coast in the winter, probably with headwinds at time, and the Portabrace looks like it might be more snug, I dunno.

July 17th, 2008, 03:15 PM	#7
Jason Bodnar Major Player Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Seattle WA Posts: 376	I have the Kata for my VX2000 and it works great! However with the EX1 I rely on the LCD and not the EVF...I know with my VX2000 and the Kata I can not get both hands inside nor can I use the LCD, but it does work great for overall protection and use of the EVF.

July 17th, 2008, 11:40 PM	#8
Buck Forester Major Player Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: California Posts: 230	Hmmm... does anyone know from experience whether you can use the LCD with the Kata? Also, I'm wondering about camera heat. I accidently left my camera "on" the other day and put it in my zipped up carrying bag. A couple hours later, not knowing I left the camera "on", I picked it up and it was freakin' hot! I mean, surprisingly hot... worried me. Is that normal? How well do they do in full covers while shooting in regards to the camera heat produced?

July 18th, 2008, 02:26 AM	#10
Geoff Addis Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Reading, UK Posts: 116	Sony now have a fix for the battery draining problem. Have had my camera modified and it seems OK. Geoff