Comments About Lens Coat - Neoprene lens covers

GraphyFotozGraphyFotoz Registered Users Posts: 2,267 Major grins
edited August 16, 2007 in Accessories
Wouldn't ya know it.....they make a Lens Coat for a BIGMA but not Sigma 80-400mm.

BTW: Wouldn't mind seeing something like this for the body also!

Anyone have any other Camo Lens solutions short of Camo duct tape? :dunno
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  • henryphenryp Registered Users Posts: 144 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2007
    GraphyFotoz wrote:
    Wouldn't ya know it.....they make a Lens Coat for a BIGMA but not Sigma 80-400mm.

    BTW: Wouldn't mind seeing something like this for the body also!

    Anyone have any other Camo Lens solutions short of Camo duct tape? ne_nau.gif

    From their site I was able to enter a request for this. If they get enough, it'll get made. In the meantime, the lens is 7.5" long, so the 9" [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Storm Jacket might be adaptable. Another option might be McNett Camo Form Self-Cling Camo Wrap. I have no personal experience with this but the write up says it's self-clinging and resuable.[/SIZE][/FONT]
    Henry Posner
    B&H Photo-Video
  • Scott ElowitzScott Elowitz Registered Users Posts: 3 Beginner grinner
    edited August 14, 2007
    GraphyFotoz wrote:
    Wouldn't ya know it.....they make a Lens Coat for a BIGMA but not Sigma 80-400mm.
    Jim,

    Thanks for your interest in LensCoat. I'm sorry that we do not make a cover for the Sigma 80-400 at this time. We will keep your request on file. We try to make covers for lenses where there is enough demand to justify the costs. Currently we make covers for over 40 lenses and they are available in 5 different colors/patterns. But you CAN get a custom cover made if you desire. The cost for a custom cover for this lens would be $185. This is how a good number of LensCoat models got there start since there wasn't enough initial demand for the lens. If you are interested please email sales AT lenscoat.com

    Thanks,
  • sirsloopsirsloop Registered Users Posts: 866 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2007
    someone's been *lurkingmwink.gif
    http://www.tallmanphoto.com
  • kdogkdog Administrators Posts: 11,681 moderator
    edited August 14, 2007
    sirsloop wrote:
    someone's been trolling mwink.gif
    Trolling? Hopefully you meant lurking.

    I for one am ecstatic to have retailer and manufacturers reps participating on this site.

    Cheers,
    -joel
    Moderator of Landscapes forum
    Link to my Smugmug site
  • Ric GrupeRic Grupe Registered Users Posts: 9,522 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2007
    kdog wrote:
    Trolling? Hopefully you meant lurking.

    I for one am ecstatic to have retailer and manufacturers reps participating on this site.

    Cheers,
    -joel

    :dgrin oops...I mean...15524779-Ti.gif with Joel!

    I hope I don't make a habit of that.rolleyes1.gif
  • GraphyFotozGraphyFotoz Registered Users Posts: 2,267 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2007
    Scott Elowitz wrote:

    Thanks for your interest in LensCoat. I'm sorry that we do not make a cover for the Sigma 80-400 at this time.
    The cost for a custom cover for this lens would be $185.

    YIKES OUCH! I'll wait and hope!! rolleyes1.gif:D
    Thanx for the info! thumb.gif
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  • GraphyFotozGraphyFotoz Registered Users Posts: 2,267 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2007
    henryp wrote:
    From their site I was able to enter a request for this. If they get enough, it'll get made. In the meantime, the lens is 7.5" long, so the 9" [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Storm Jacket might be adaptable. Another option might be McNett Camo Form Self-Cling Camo Wrap. I have no personal experience with this but the write up says it's self-clinging and resuable.[/SIZE][/FONT]

    Thanx so much for your input!! thumb.gif
    I'd better do some research before I use that.
    Don't wanna have a mess on my equipment if I'd ever remove that.
    I was being faciatious about using duct tape as it'd leave one hellova residue and gets shabby over time!
    I'll keep my eye out and see if I find some user info on that Cling Wrap.
    Canon 60D | Nikon Cooloix P7700
    Manfrotto Mono | Bag- LowePro Slingshot 100AW

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  • wxwaxwxwax Registered Users Posts: 15,471 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2007
    kdog wrote:
    Trolling? Hopefully you meant lurking.

    I for one am ecstatic to have retailer and manufacturers reps participating on this site.

    Cheers,
    -joel
    No kidding! thumb.gif
    Sid.
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  • FourEyes45FourEyes45 Registered Users Posts: 10 Big grins
    edited August 14, 2007
    Have you looked at
    www.Kirkphoto.com/aquatech.html.
    They might have one that would work.
    have a Great day.
    Walter
    Canon EOS 20 D
    EF24-70mm1:2.8 L
    EF70-200mm1:2.8L
    580 Speedlite
    canon 1.4 extender
  • HoofClixHoofClix Registered Users Posts: 1,156 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2007
    I use AquaTech, and I think this one would do for both lens and housing... I've had mine now for 2 years with no problems.. Works as well in a dusty environment if you want to. Makes the difference between shooting an event and not.. Don't forget the eyepiece to go along with it.....

    http://www.aquatech.com.au/waterhousings.htm

    thumb.gif
    Mark
    www.HoofClix.com / Personal Facebook / Facebook Page
    and I do believe its true.. that there are roads left in both of our shoes..
  • sirsloopsirsloop Registered Users Posts: 866 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2007
    ha... yeah idk what I was thinkin on that one ne_nau.gif

    LURKING!
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  • ian408ian408 Administrators Posts: 21,949 moderator
    edited August 15, 2007
    I never knew about about Lens Coat. Thanks for bringing that to my
    attention.

    And Scott, thanks for dropping by and saying hello!
    Moderator Journeys/Sports/Big Picture :: Need some help with dgrin?
  • claudermilkclaudermilk Registered Users Posts: 2,756 Major grins
    edited August 15, 2007
    kdog wrote:
    I for one am ecstatic to have retailer and manufacturers reps participating on this site.

    Cheers,
    -joel

    15524779-Ti.gif It's great to be able to directly bend the ear of the retailers & manufacturers. Win for everyone. thumb.gif
    Chris
    http://www.chrislaudermilkphoto.com/
  • Scott ElowitzScott Elowitz Registered Users Posts: 3 Beginner grinner
    edited August 16, 2007
    claudermilk wrote:
    15524779-Ti.gif It's great to be able to directly bend the ear of the retailers & manufacturers. Win for everyone. thumb.gif

    I agree, and it's great to get hear from and get feedback from customers and potential purchasers.
  • kdogkdog Administrators Posts: 11,681 moderator
    edited August 16, 2007
    Speaking of which, I just bought a set of LensCoat tripod leg pads from B&H recently for my new Gitzo tripod. Very nice. thumb.gif Those tripod legs get pretty painful resting on your shoulder otherwise.

    Cheers,
    -joel
    Moderator of Landscapes forum
    Link to my Smugmug site
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