Camera & Lens coat.

Hi...
This April I will be going to Zambabwe to see the Victoria Falls. I wish to go as close as possible to take pictures of the falls. I read at several places that one needs to be careful of their camera and lens as water dose fall on the lens and the camera.

I will not need a coat very often after this visit. Where can I look for a cheapest coat for this maybe one time use ? Please advice...

Hussain Nalwala

I'd urge you to buy a real Lenscoat, not a cheap substitute, and keep it on the camera at all times. This will help avoid the usual little nicks and scratches we all get when carrying a heavy lens around. You have a $9000 lens - don't avoid a $100 lenscoat.
To keep water from the camera, consider a Think Tank raincoat. Invaluable.

Have a nice trip!
Sandy

I think there might be some confusion about the terms here.... "coats" usually refer to camera coverings designed to protect against scratches and bumps, like Lens Coats, or Camera Armor. Rain covers are probably what you're looking for Hussain...

Here's a large selection of them on B&H. I don't really have a recommendation, as I haven't used any. They're mainly to protect against rain but should work for waterfall mist just fine. I have heard that a large plastic bag and a rubber band or two can work in a pinch.

I would reckon that you're looking for the OpTech Rainsleeve.

Thanks again, John.