Problems with Camera Gear and Airport SECURITY
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- Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
- Traveling with Camera gear and Airport Security problems! How to travel with camera gear through TSA airport security!
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From another photographer I follow, this tip: Keep batteries in your camera bodies. Sometimes security wants to check if the camera works as it is supposed to be. Probably to make sure that it isn't a bomb with a diguise or so.
Yes good tip!
I always get anxiety with my gear and airports, I am positive they would destroy everything
Haha nah don't worry. Millions of photographers pass everyday :-)
@@Pierretlambert It happened to me on my way back from sri lanka to Germany. They disassembled my Gimbal. Glad it was my cheap mechanical one. but i was still frustrated as an student at that time
Will be traveling with my camera for the first time . I was very nervous but after watching your video I feel more confident .
As a photographer and an airline employee who deals with weight and balance… sneaking heavy stuff can possible crash the plane if pilots calculate the balance wrong lol. And yes people get kicked out without knowing why and it’s usually cause the plane is too heavy 😂
Another tip - get TSA PreCheck. Lines are much shorter and you don’t need to take electronics out of your carryon or take your shoes off. Make their lives easier and they will make your life easier!
Just realized that after a few years of traveling, I’ve actually learned a lot and used some of these tricks ! It’s really nice to see that I’m not the only one going through all this trouble with my backpack and gears. But sometimes it’s also just about luck you know ! Thanks for sharing your experience !
FYI: triangular PRISM causes questions / inspection EVERY time, in my experience.
Good to know!
I have my overhead carry-on backpack,, and my under the seat carry-on. Both are tightly packed with everything expensive. They are within the size restrictions but they are heavy as hell. But just as you, I never let on that they are heavy. (They will let you carry-on heavy bags, as long as you can lift them and deal with them yourself.)
I often pay extra to board early so I have space to place these bags where they need to go. Or I notify boarding staff that I am a photographer and I’m carrying expensive equipment and they will put me on the flight early.
I have insurance but I don’t trust insurance companies to truly look after my loss if stolen or broken. I am my own best insurance policy!
If I’m taking a small jump flight and they stop us on the ramp and say “there is no room on-board and your bags must go below”, I never ever ever release my bags. I will take a different flight before that happens. I explain that there is $20,000 in photography gear in these bags and they are not leaving my side. They have always let me find a place for them. But it’s nerve wreaking! I can’t imagine letting go of a bag and watch it go down a ramp and be thrown into the luggage bay below. Not a chance!
Thanks Dave!! I'll add an extra personal bag like laptop in the future like you. Yeap once you tell them it's $$$$ they usually let you go :-)
l have taken out separate camera insurance but one the conditions is that any camera equipment must not be put in the hold otherwise the insurance is null & void. We have all seen how our hold luggage can get damage....
I traveled before with gears in backpack. All of the things that Pierre mentioned was true, especially with your valuable items, always carry it with you or in your carry-on luggage. What I've done was I put all my gears in the carry-on luggage and have my camera with a lens on separate small camera bag. Most airlines allow us to carry a small bag that is not considered as a carry-on. Sometimes I want to take pictures inside the airport, that is why I separate my camera from the carry-on luggage for a quick access. That was my first tip and last tip. Get a roller camera bag not a backpack. Your shoulders will thank you. Happened to me the first time I used backpack with my gears, just image all those weights on your shoulders. Hopefully this will help. Happy travelings....
Hey Nam! Yes roller bag is great....
Pierre - I traveled the the world before retiring (consulting on "dangerous goods" safety legislation) carrying various electronics, but now I only carry my camera gear and computer so here are some points to note. Not all airports have the latest x-ray / scanning technology so you may get more inspection / scrutiny at some airports (not necessarily limited to small airports or small, foreign countries). Small aircraft are more sensitive to overweight luggage (and overweight passengers - not you) - it's not uncommon on a partially full commuter flight (30 to 40 seats) for the flight attendant to re-arrange passenger seating to properly balance the aircraft - there has been at least one crash on take-off when this was not done. I always take advantage of the two carry-on bag limit (one backpack and one sturdier polycarbonate case with wheels & above average locks) and I sort my gear between what could be put on the skycheck for small aircraft or checked at the gate if they insist the flight is full and what goes in my backpack (lenses, camera, SD cards and backup drives, computer, batteries, etc.) that stays with me "until death do us part." It is critical (and international law subject to severe fines) that all batteries, especially the lithium-ion batteries are packed so there is absolutely zero chance of metal (e.g. the metal skin on another battery) or moisture causing the battery terminals to short circuit (original packaging preferred) - otherwise you may be going down in flames. The batteries must be in carry-on - many airlines carry special, extreme-heat, thermal bags in the cabin where they can put a flaming or overheated electronic device to contain the fire (it is near impossible to extinguish lithium-ion battery fires) - there is nothing they can do for such a severe-heat fire in the cargo hold. Of course at my destination then everything moves to the backpack when I go out to take pictures. Your 39 lb backpack is going to wreck your back all too soon, but I also struggle with what to bring and what to leave at home (partly because my back is already wrecked). Safe travels - I enjoy your videos and photos.
Hey Wayne! Thanks for sharing man! Yeah 39lbs is heavyyyyy..... That because of the laptop and charger - id usually leave that in the hotel. I need to get a tiny bag like you for extra!
I also find being friendly, very cooperative and in-general, Canadian, helps haha
Haha 100% agreed!
39.5 lbs? Gosh I love my MFT gear. My kit with two bodies and 4 lenses is less than 10lbs. It made photography enjoyable again for me.
Yeap!!
I've had the same problem. I took a trip to New Zealand and the airline wanted me to check in my backpack. It looks like you have a F-Stop Tilopa bag, which I also own. Thing I loved about my F-Stop was that I could take out the inserts and split it up. By them seeing me have 2 bags after, they were okay with me carrying it on the plane.
Oh yes! I have the Anja but yes same concept :-)
Thank you for doing a Q&A 👍
I’d like to add something...
I cannot remember which airlines (in USA) I’ve seen this for, but some allow small/reasonable-sized camera bags in addition to your carry-on and/or personal item. The same as they allow parents to have a diaper bag at no extra charge.
So that is definitely worth looking into if worried about carry-on weight.
Or if you are a parent, distribute some of the weight into the diaper bag.
Good idea!!
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I legit bought TSA Pre-Check (in the USA) just so I don't have to empty my backpack of any tech larger than an iPhone.
We just took a trip from Germany to Spain. Going wasn't a problem but coming back from Spain was a nightmare. First I kept my camera in the bag, which I did coming to Spain. Security told me to take the camera out. I did that but he got really upset and said take the big lenses. I actually had the flap open so he could see it was a camera bag. Third time he said "I told you to take everything out." I told him that is not what he said and be specific on what he wanted.
This was very helpful! I don't think I've ever had a problem with camera gear and travel. I have been chosen as the "random" one time and they made me pull everything out of my bag to look at and that was annoying with camera gear😂
Ah yeah that happens!!
Everytime I fly and try to take a photo/video through the plane window, it's so filthy that there is no really point doing that hah
Haha yeah worse when you're not at the window and the guy closes the blinds 😅
Who's ever gotten in TROUBLE at an airport with your gear?!
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Great video! Just flew with VietJet in Vietnam. The first time it was no problem, but the second time they started arguing. The restriction was 7kgs and my bag was 14kgs. After some discussion, I was able to bring it as I explained I can not check it in since it's a lot of electronics and they will not allow me to check it. Out of the 10+ flights of this trip, only VietJet pointed it out. No other airline bothered even checking
I know this have been two years but Imma still share my similar experience. I'm a Vietnamese and I have alway been frustrated with this. I can travel from the U.S to vietnam with two heavy baggages with no problem but, for the fly back they alway restrict it to either weight or number of baggage. Absolute disgrace.
I live in the U.S. and in my experience on flights between the U.S. and Europe, non-U.S. carriers weigh your carry-on bags. Some of those airlines cut you some slack while others don't. I'm traveling to Italy for two weeks next month and the carrier has a 10 kilo (22 lb) weight limit for all carry on bags combined. I plan on filling my pockets with as much heavy stuff as possible and have even bought a special vest with loads of pockets for that purpose, but it may not be enough to get my 2 carry-on bags (camera bag and backpack) under the limit even though I travel pretty light. So as a backup plan, I pack a nylon gym bag inside my backpack. It contains all my electronics and any other fragile or essential items. If they won't let me bring my two carry-on bags onto the plane because they are too heavy, I just remove the gym bag and bring that on board along with the camera bag and check the backpack with the clothing and other non-essentials.
One time a TSA agent thought my Cannon 75-300 lens was a pipe bomb. It didn't fit in my camera bag so I just mixed it in with my clothes. That was a fun day.
Pierre! I will be in London on the 26th 27th of April! Are you in town by then? Should we do some street photography together? :)
Just peeked at your channel...You have a great approach with street photography, confident and sensible, makes it easy to say yes.
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@@ItsWillLee Thanks a lot Will!
Hey! I don't think I'll be in Europe then! Would have been fun though!
If you travel to Indonesia, make sure your tripod is in check in baggage not carry-on.
Why, and what would happen if I put my tripod on carry-on?
Dude really? They took it away from you? Same thing with big Selfie stick? I'm flying to Bali with check in but on the way out to Bangkok I'll only have carry on :(
in addition to the tsa pre check , it is worth the money (about $125) to get the global access card, allowing you to fly through check ins.
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Did anyone ever had troubles traveling in Asia with a rather big selfie stick as a hand-luggage? One that can extend to 1m20 or even to 3m but still 32cm (12 inches) short when not extended? A little nervous about that. Wouldn't wanna lose my selfie-stick :(
Pierre, have they ever asked if it's for work related?? I had Immigration/border security give me hard time over gear (had 1body, 3Lenses, extra batteries and two strobe lights), said I was going to be working and would require a Work Permit/VISA, I cancelled my application to enter....I don't like the U.S. that much...wasted four hours just trying to get out of there, lol.
Now I booked a trip to Iceland in April for WAAAY CHEAPER (just over $800CDN for 10days)...can't wait, I'm stoked! I have traveled to Europe without issue, not one question about my camera gear...
Hey Will!! Yeah that can happen anywhere you're not a resident. Just got to be ready to explain it's for fun and nothing else... but again if you end up with the wrong agent it can take time...
@@Pierretlambert Yeah, first time for me... I should mention, this was at the Niagara crossing I was driving, not flying, and only going for the day, but still did not appear to be a working professional IMO.
Funny thing was, I was actually going to buy a new lens, have dinner and drive home.. they asked why would I bring all this gear for shopping and dinner? lol, fair enough, but any working professional would have a back up body?? They had no answer of course by this time I had already told them to cancel my request for entry.. border agent had a chip on his shoulder for some reason with me or was having a bad day or is just an ass everyday...lol
Once I was traveling from Macedonia back home to Slovakia, and leaving the airport a security guard asked me if I'm carrying a camera with me (I had the tripod on my backpack) and asked if I took that with myself out or I bought it abroad (most probably question for duty). I just answered that this camera is mine and yes I've taken it from Slovakia all the way to Macedonia and back. No other questions were asked. Other than that I've never had a problem with camera gear or electronics put in my carry on bag.
Thanks for sharing!
Awesome video Pierre, glad to see you growing everyday and teaching others the ins and outs of travel photography, if you're ever in LA let me know!
Thanks!! I am in LA ;-)
I'm going to travel for the first time at the end of this month (August) and I am really afraid TSA is gonna think my lenses are dangerous haha
7:10 I also had trouble getting through Nicaragua with my camera gear. I looked at all the laws and left my drone at home, but customs still took all of our camera gear and refused to give it back till we left the country. Was a terrible experience that almost made us lose our biggest contract. Fortunately, our clients were cool enough to relocate entire shoot to Mexico instead and we got our gear back on the way out.
Waww, insane... :(
That’s fucking insane
My bag is always overweight too - luckily some airlines have no weight policy (as long as you can lift it yourself it's good). But I have a 3 month trip coming up and my bag will be 15-17kg with all my gear, and have 17 flights (quite a few of them budget with 5-7kg limits) so have been worrying about it a little.
I generally save any duty free bags and use those for extra stuff. Or if possible hand some stuff to someone with me at the airport at check in so it's not weighed. But as I've been slightly paranoid about my upcoming trip (having had a bad experience with Jet Star, weighing my bag at the gate and forcing me to check it in. I then emptied all valuable gear into a duty free bag and carried my camera, and was charged $60 to check in an empty bag while carrying a now overweight duty free bag!), I've practiced seeing how much I can get into rain coat pockets and duty free bag - which does get it down to 5-6kg.
Luckily most airlines I've been with so far have seen it's camera equipment/batteries and have been ok with it, or got me to shuffle things around so it's not one super heavy bag that could injure someone if it falls - which is fair enough. But I'm never flying Jet Star again after that experience, plus the staff were rude about it. I always like to be one of the first ones on the plane too so it's near me and guaranteed overhead locker space (or ideally get emergency exit seats). But travelling with heavy gear that's worth thousands is always a bit stressful.
Wow thanks for sharing!!! Yes some airlines are really rough...
Thanks so much for the warning on drones
Can I bring drone with me in British Airways
I have same problem two year ago , with Aiport Security , to much questions with security , they check all your bag and ask you take off all stuff out , and what are u doing with all the gears , , that why i dont travel with all stuff gear , one or two camera and litle tripod and latop, , Thanks so much pierre to upload this video , it will help me next time when i want travel with all gear
Thanks! Yeah gotta keep it minimalst :-)
Pierre T. Lambert yeah bro
Is it ok to put my mirrorless camera under the scanner at the airport? I mean is it gonna make any damage to the camera sensor?
Airports give me anxiety as a videographer. Even when I know that I have done everything right, I still dread security lol.
For me the only thing that causes a problem is my camera bag
I need to find one thats protective and not so bulky
Awesome video 🙌
Every single time I fly with my camera, the airport security asks me if the lenses are interchangeable and if so, they want me to put it out of the bag :)
Did they ask you to detach the lenses from the body?
went through security with a gimbal and they just looked at bit longer than everything else of the screen but went smoothly when I said it was all camera gear with bag just open that camera gear was visible
Do you have to take out the actual camera if the bag is open?
Wow Pierre, what timing! I just saw your video and I’m leaving for Italy in a couple of days and it’s my first time going since I got my new A7Riii and all its gear, so this was perfect, thank you!
Oh awesome safe travels!
Wow, very complete tutorials! Yeah I had the same question, will the xray scanner ruining the camera's film? Glad that someone asked this
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I go through this anxiety every time I fly cause I bring a lot of camera gear plus my laptop on one bag.
One comment about film. I occasionally travel with a film camera and both exposed and unexposed film. Most times that I have pulled the film out and asked for a hand-check it has been denied. They say “the X-Ray won’t affect film” and that’s that. I eventually bought lead lined bags to hold my film and quit trying to get airport security to hand-check the film.
Up to iso 400 the baggage x-ray will not cause any damage to exposed and unexposed film. I never ask for hand-check. Pre-911 I'd just drop the rolls in a little basket they provided for film - after 911, those were gone. Everything started being x-rayed.
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For some reason security often seems to think my capture clip is to hold firearms 😂
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I've had 100mm filter holder and adapter rings flagged before as I think they look a bit strange on the xray. I'd take those out and put them in the tray next time.
Thanks Brian!!
I got stopped several time for a tripod attachment they were suspecious all the time. Now I place them in check in
I use film. And will be flying the first time with film in April. Im worried here in France they won't handcheck my film, and force me to scan it. I have heard it doesn't matter it will be fine. And i heard it will ruin my film. Rip
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Great tips! I have always had issues with any camera equipment. It’s quite annoying, but better for safety i guess.
Yes
Great video - also for music producers traveling with gear
I have a question. What if I use my mirrorless camera inside plane? Is it okay? Like taking picture of clouds and sky.
7:01 lol, calling people asses because they have a bag that's too big, but the guy gets in with a 40lb bag (which causes a safety concern in cabin)
Do you face problems carrying a drone (Such as a Mavic II Pro type) in hand luggage in Europe on a cheap flight in the carryon bag?
Thanks for such useful tips. I usually keep tripod in my checkin bag and gorilla pod in carry on, just to reduce some weight from my shoulders. Also I would like to add... if you are transiting from Beijing be careful about your battery, if its above 10000 mAH they may not allow it. There is no such rule, but you still cannot argue and you may get it confiscated. I didn't had this issues at other Chinese airports.
Oh thanks for the heads-up!!!
Do we have to take out the actual camera and lens from carry-on bag and place them in the scanning TSA tray?
No it’s only apply to laptops cause the battery is bigger
@@Sstealthso no need to scan the actual camera and lenses? Just hand check?
@@HaimGreen yeah I left everything in my bag
You say you don’t carry your charges on your carry on, but you didn’t mention if the reason is because you are not allowed to?
Brilliant video, taking gear out of your bag and putting it in your jacket is something I always do. Do they no question you if you have your large camera out of the bag? Didn’t think of doing that but think I’ll try it when I go to Tenerife in July.
Hey Brian! No problem so far with me :-)
This vid was super on time! I'm doing some travelling in the near future and now I feel at least a little bit more confident about carrying my gear around!, thanks
Safe travels!
So probably a stupid question but what about a normal sized tripod? Would it be better for me to put that in my check in bag?
That's what I'm also worried about for a rather big Selfie-stick!? Anyone?
I have a travel size tripod that fits in the pocket of my McKinnon Nomatic bag but on my upcoming trip I may put it inside my other carry on bag that will have my clothes and shoes.
Invest in MFT - 3 prime lenses, body, batteries fits into a messenger bag and around 2 kilos
I was m43 for w few months!
What about the gimbal, with ingegrated battery? Muss check in? 8 Years ago I had a handy screwdriver (integrated battery), they told me to check it in. The reason they told me at that time: an electonic device should be able to take out the battery, If it isnt I have to check in.
I've had TSA pull my bag from the x-ray scanner and take my camera equipment out of the bag without telling me. This happened a month after TSA announced that all electronics needed to be taken out of bags before screening (including cameras). I completely forgot to take the camera out of the bag at screening and when my bag came out of the scanner, it was open and my camera was missing. I had no idea that TSA could take cameras out of the scanner before they leave the machine and the TSA screener didn't respond to me when I asked if they opened my bag. At that point, I start freaking out because I thought someone in the line behind me might have opened my bag and taken my camera. Then, like magic, my camera appeared in its protective case on the exit area of the x-ray scanner. In my confusion, I also nearly left my jacket behind at security (with my cell phone in the pocket) because the TSA screener had taken it out of the x-ray scanner and hidden it under his seat. I realize that I had a part in this issue because I had forgotten to take my camera out of my carry-on bag, but at the same time, the TSA should have taken me aside and performed a detailed search of my bag within my view. In conclusion, I advise anyone who is traveling with valuable electronics, computers, and camera gear to go through their bags and personal items thoroughly to make sure that everything that went into the machine comes out of the machine in tact.
Good advice! Thanks! Normally they can't open your bag without you next to it
They're supposed to let you know, the screener was just lazy.
I guess so, but man, it really scared me that time.
Hi im wondering did you pay the extra weight? You never mentioned about excess fees. Thank you. Very informative video.
I travel every week! 2 words TSA precheck. I never have to take anything out.
True!!! I still have to wait to be able to get mine...
Or Global Entry if you live in the U.S., It's issued by U.S. Customs. It includes the TSA precheck that lets you go through security at U.S. airports without emptying your bags, plus it speeds you through customs when you return to the U,S.
I think the Ultimate travel is just with a wallet. Buy or ship what I need to the destination. Leave a cam in asia, europe, and us. buy thirts and underwear in the destination :) . Would be a good business ->small storage lockers like amazon lockers in airports around the world, you just ship small stuff to before traveling.
Good idea Soc!
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I want to travel with 12 power bank, 3 laptops and some solar panels, please which bag would better work, check-in bag or hand carrying baggage?
Awesome video. Answers so many of my concerns. cheers ;)
Glad to hear! Thanks!!
Thanks bro i learn more.
Thanks for the video, very helpful! Do you put your camera bag in the overhead bin or underneath the seat in front of you?
😂 I do the same thing like you everything in my pocket . but I got the next problem for 5 min my pants going down it’s zo hey 😅 but if it is stupid ant it work’s it’s not stupid🎉
Amazing thx for the advice
Very helpful because I travel a lot.
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How does it work if I bought something second hand - do people at the airport want to see receipts that I bought it in my home country or how do I show them that I bought it at home?
just saw a clip about the new Leica Q2..., maybe that this is the answer to your Problems..., less gear ;-) Like your Videos..., thanks for the inspirations!
Hehe! Less but $$$$ :-)
Can I bring drone camera with me in British Airways
really cool video. i have been trying to ask all famous travel vloggers to see what aiports restrict drones and is there anyway i could know ahead of travelling . not all countries have mentioned in the websites either about drone restrictions. how do you manage travelling with drones. was this the only one time your drone restricted ?
Most are listed online now :-) I check before departure
Try Manchester Airport every time l have gone through security with my camera gear they ask me to take everything out off my pack, last time travelling to Cuba l used 3 trays then you spend more time repacking. Coming back from Holguin, Cuba wasn't to bad. Also the airline l travel with to Cuba (Thomas Cook) max is 6 kgs and they do weigh all carry on unless you pay extra for premium seating you get 10 kgs extra £300 though. Love your video by the way
Oh yes I remember Manchester they were really picky!!
Same here! On my way to the gorgeous Lake District, Manchester Airport personnel scanned every lens separately over and over, finally found an 3cm x 6cm Allen key in the completely emptied camera bag and confiscated the dangerous weapon. Good to know it wasn't just me they were after..
Cheapest camera to travel with anyone? I'm moving to alaska
With all the gear you bring, have you ever had your hard drive checked?
This issue with camera gear and airport security a few ago was getting out of control !
TSA are by far the worse airport security and recently I have been to Jordan, and the outbound flight some members of our tour group ( non photographers ) had their bags emptied and searched at 3 different security check points. I had confrontation with on security guy who want to stop after I had been through a scanner, he was politely told to go away.
Be careful of Beijing international airport as security there are very hot on batteries of any type. I witnessed many people with camera gear arguing with security who were trying to confiscate spare camera batteries. My wife had her power monkey travel power bank taken off her has it had no external listing of power output and therefore it was a danger !
Before our trip to Australia I check Chinese airport website and there was nothing on batteries being an issue, nor did the travel operator, or airline issue any guide of warning and Beijing airport. It was only when we exited the plane for stop over and went through security did we see the signs on the wall. At that point we could not turn around and leave the batteries on the plane and of course we are not allowed to check then it, so you are stuffed !
I am hoping that mirrorless cameras get smaller and make my life easier taking my gear on travels !
Oh wow, thanks for sharing. Yeah whenever coming from Africo or MEA you get a lot of questions....
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Common sense can not use in China airport security check, they always follow the rule, power bank only allow up to 10,000mAh in all Chinese airport, because damage a power bank could make a big fire and that is so danger if someone use it for a wrong idea, so for everyone's safety don't complaint about it, Chinese airline have very good safety record for so many years with so large number of passenger.
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Other airlines also have very good safety record and most other airports allow well over 30,000 mAp with no safety issues or fires !
My issue with Chinese airports there was no information on the web sites, o ly when you arrive in airport for a lay over do you then see signs about battery power packs. At that moment there is no opportunity to not to carry over 10,000 mAp pwerpacks ! As a traveller you ate stuff !
@@tysonator5433 terrors can use it to set a fire, just use something sharp pierce into it can cause big fire.
Are Tripods allowed through security in your carry on bag?
Hi. Do you have something like ATA Carnet when you go to US for example? You bring a lot of camera gear with you and they may say that you bought it in US and you should pay duty. Did you have such situation?
Hey I have a DSLR camera and the shutter is pretty loud but I was curious if there was any way I could take pictures with it of the scenes out the window on the plane? Yeah the recording is silent but I was wondering if I could take a photo without it being loud. Probably not, just wondering though.
what the hell? I recently went on a tour and didn’t half near that much. You need to learn how to down size big time.
Common sense can not use in China airport security check, they always follow the rule, power bank only allow up to 10,000mAh in all Chinese airport, because damage a power bank could make a big fire and that is so danger if someone use it for a wrong idea, so for everyone's safety don't complaint about it, Chinese airline have very good safety record for so many years with so large number of passenger.
i was forced to throw 2 anker 20k powerbanks because of that rule, i even had the packaging and receipt but wasnt allowed to keep it. it was in a Chinese Airports in People republic of China.
hi . tripod can hand carry ???(1:00).. i am this question on my next trip thx
Can you take a top handle in your backpack as carry on?
Hi Piere, what type of camera your using for vlogging inside the plane? 2 weeks from now I'm travelling to Armenia with my family, and I'm just wondering if I can use my dslr with gorilla pod inside the plane documenting my family. Thanks
Great Vlog man. What camera bag are you using
Thanks! All listed here pierretlambert.com/gear :)
I have to charter a cargo plane to transport my camera gear😂😂😂.
What about small strobes like Godox AD 600? Can you take it through airport security?
So can i carry two extra go pro batterys on my carry on?
What did you use to film this video please? On plane etc?
That Chevy dashboard looks cool. What car is that?
Chevy Volt :-)
Nice video 😀
Thank you! :-)
Can I take Hair Trimmer in the Carry On Luggage?
its not safe a lot of people start doing that. Shouldn't encourage it.
EVERYBODY DOES IT
What lens did you use for the shots in the car?
16-35 2.8 at 16mm :-)