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How to Get Great Pictures in Inclement Weather

Tips and Gear Suggestions for Seasonal Change

Derrick Story
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7 min readNov 26, 2024

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The weather-resistant Olympus OM-D with 12–100mm f/4 zoom in Iceland.

Bears may hibernate in the winter, but photographers should not. Foul weather creates fantastic photo opportunities, as long as we make adjustments to accommodate the rain and snow.

Much in the same way stormy conditions require appropriate wardrobe, photo gear should also change with the seasons.

British author Alfred Wainwright said it best: “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing.” And I extend his wisdom to photography.

Every enthusiast photographer I know, myself included, has multiple camera options. Some kits are better for summer portraits, others for events and family gatherings. Each rig has its own season. Think T-shirts for summer and parkas for winter.

The best camera for winter may not be your prized state-of-the-art device. That’s OK. Digital cameras have been capable for a long time. You don’t need the latest and greatest in a rainstorm. But you do need weather sealing.

So if your forecast looks anything like mine (rain, rain, rain), then it’s time to visit your camera closet for a seasonal changeover.

What I’m Putting Away

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