Operating Temperature

Kiljan Pyry · November 13th, 2008, 09:53 AM

I am using an HPX170 and am therefore operating tapeless. The instruction manual says that the ambient operating temperature for the camera is 32 degrees F to 104. However, in other instruction manuals and also advertising for this camera I have read that if you're recording tapeless, you can operate at colder temperatures. Is this true and what is the range? I'm currently filming in the Arctic. I have cold weather casings, but I'm wondering how long I can put off using them.

Thank you.

Tripp Woelfel · November 13th, 2008, 11:11 PM

Don't know if this will help because you might be shooting in colder temps than I. I use a Canon XH A1 in temps down to +15F with no problems, and it uses tape.

If you search these forums for the phrase "cold" you'll find a bunch of posts on wintertime shooting. For my money, the biggest issue is heat cycling. Once your camera gets cold, keep it cold. When you get home, warm it slowly. It might actually thank you later.

Kiljan Pyry · November 14th, 2008, 10:34 AM

Thank you Tripp.

November 13th, 2008, 09:53 AM	#1
Kiljan Pyry Tourist Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Saint Paul, MN Posts: 4	Operating Temperature I am using an HPX170 and am therefore operating tapeless. The instruction manual says that the ambient operating temperature for the camera is 32 degrees F to 104. However, in other instruction manuals and also advertising for this camera I have read that if you're recording tapeless, you can operate at colder temperatures. Is this true and what is the range? I'm currently filming in the Arctic. I have cold weather casings, but I'm wondering how long I can put off using them. Thank you.

November 13th, 2008, 11:11 PM	#2
Tripp Woelfel Major Player Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: North Conway, NH Posts: 898	Don't know if this will help because you might be shooting in colder temps than I. I use a Canon XH A1 in temps down to +15F with no problems, and it uses tape. If you search these forums for the phrase "cold" you'll find a bunch of posts on wintertime shooting. For my money, the biggest issue is heat cycling. Once your camera gets cold, keep it cold. When you get home, warm it slowly. It might actually thank you later. __________________ Tripp Woelfel

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November 14th, 2008, 10:34 AM	#3
Kiljan Pyry Tourist Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Saint Paul, MN Posts: 4	Thank you Tripp.