OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2)
The OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2) is a polyethylene sleeve made to protect an SLR camera with a lens up 7.0" in diameter and 18" in length. The sleeve protects the gear from dust and inclement weather. It is designed for handheld use or tripod application. It has a unique eyepiece opening adapts to most viewfinders for viewing through the lens. Camera & lens controls are easily visible and operable through the sleeve. Drawstring lens opening offers easy access and a snug fit. There are two Rainsleeves included.
- Polyethylene case made to protects your gear from dust and inclement weather.
- Designed for handheld use or tripod application
- Unique eyepiece opening adapts to most viewfinders for viewing through the lens
- Camera and lens controls are easily visible and operable through the RainSleeve.
- Drawstring lens opening offers easy access and a snug fit
- Fits lenses measuring up to 7.0" (17.8 cm) in diameter and up to 18" (45.7cm) in length
| Material | Polyethylene |
| Type of Closure | Drawstring |
| Accommodates | SLR camera and lens up to 18" long |
| Weight | 1.9 oz (54g) |
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Ratings Distribution
95%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (81)
- Easily accessible equipment (50)
- Strong construction (22)
- Comfortable (21)
- Good protection (16)
Cons
- Cumbersome (8)
- Hard to access equipment (7)
- Uncomfortable fit (6)
Best Uses
- Protecting gear (81)
- Cameras (15)
- Lenses (14)
- Travel (10)
- Sports photography (8)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (47), Semi-pro photographer (31), Enthusiast (20), Pro photographer (16), Casual photographer (9)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (67)
Most Liked Positive Review
Excellent Occasional/Emergency Rain Prot
I bought a pack of these sleeves to use when shooting outdoor sports in the rain. I'm not a pro photographer and couldn't justify the expense of the superior Aquatech rain gear. I needed ...Read complete review
I bought a pack of these sleeves to use when shooting outdoor sports in the rain. I'm not a pro photographer and couldn't justify the expense of the superior Aquatech rain gear. I needed something small and light that fits in my camera backpack and keeps me shooting during poor weather conditions I occasionally encounter.If you do a lot of shooting in questionable weather and can justify the $200 cost, the Aquatech is obviously a better solution. But for [$] the Op/Tech sleeves are hard to beat in a pinch, particularly for casual photographers.The sleeves are large enough to cover most all but the largest of the pro telephoto lenses. It fits my D300 with battery pack and 70-200 2.8 with room to spare. The sleeve has a hole in the rear - just remove your eyepiece cover, stretch the hole over the eyepiece, and replace the cover to hold it in place. The sleeve has a drawstring closure in front that holds very securely to the lens hood. The plastic is transparent and thin enough to allow operation of all the controls right through the sleeve (vs, sliding your hands up inside). It's a very usable solution, although it does make adjusting the zoom a bit more difficult. But again, this is intended to be more of an emergency or occasional rain solution.I've spent endless hours shooting football games in the rain and the protection provided is excellent. As long as you don't poke a hole in it, your equipment will stay dry. I'm able to reuse them multiple times.Pros: Very low cost, stores anywhere, excellent protection, low tech ease of use, able to see all of the camera's controls, works with tripods and monopods.Cons: Takes a few minutes to put on and get adjusted, makes accessing some controls a little awkward (but not impossible), far too long for short lenses.Bottom line: Excellent emergency protection during occasional bad weather for cameras with larger lenses. Those using smaller lenses should look for another solution.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Good but could be better
Works well to protect camera from rain while giving you complete access to camera controls. But when used with a zoom lens, rainsleeve slips off the end of the lense too easily just from ...Read complete review
Works well to protect camera from rain while giving you complete access to camera controls. But when used with a zoom lens, rainsleeve slips off the end of the lense too easily just from the simple act of zooming in and out.
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Pros
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
This is great to protect your gear from rain.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
Perfect item to carry in the shooting bag for an unexpected rain storm. They are lightweight, take up little space and are inexpensive enough to use once or twice and then dispose of them.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
I carry the rainsleeve with me whenever I go out to take pictures. It's easy to put on my Cannon 7D and my Cannon 30D with the F. 2.8 70-200mm and the F 4.5 400 mm lenses. As long as the drawstring is cinched properly it protects the camera and lens thoroughly, even during a hard rain. The product is designed for 1 use; however, I have been able to get multiple uses out of 1 sleeve. The rain coat cost approximately 65.00. Two sleeves cost between 7 and 8 dollars. I don't take pictures in rainy conditions very often, so it is much more cost effective for me to use the sleeves.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Uncomfortable Fit
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
Tough weather times
I can carry it on my bag
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
use in the rain and at the beach
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
It is exactly as described. I might trim off a bit of it for my smaller camera (NEX-5) and next time I order any I will get the shorter variety. This 18" sleeve is nice and clear. Simple to use and thick enough to be easily reused. I will tape up the eye piece port for my use. It is nice and clear so using the LCD shouldn't be much bother other than dealing with raindrops that get in the way visually. Perfect product for the price. And the draw string has a spring button ball clamp and stays snug on my lens hood.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Does the job
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
I travel a lot, especially during the winter, and tend to encounter adverse weather conditions. I still want to be able to capture photos of the cities I go to, and this rainsleeve lets me do that. It gets the job done for a great price; couldn't ask for more. (Plus it's easier, with less effort required, than making one myself.)
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Lightweight
- Like the drawstring
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
perfect for shooting in the rain or drizzle.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Cost effective
- Easy to store ready
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
I have a couple of these in my camera bag. It's a cheap way to keep your camera out of the rain when you get caught out in it. I wouldn't say they are a replacement for a high quality rain cover if you shoot regularly in the rain but, for those of us who don't it's a decent option.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
I just got the rainsleeve. Although have not really used it, i think its longer enough to cover my canon 100-400mm lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Cumbersome
- Hard To Access Equipment
- Uncomfortable Fit
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
Basically a plastic bag with a drawstring. Still the price is right, they give you 2 and it has a ready made hole for your viewfinder.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Easy to Carry
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
If you are looking for a very compact rain sleeve you can carry in just about any pocket of your camera bag or for that matter, in your pocket, this is it. There's plenty of room for even your full size SLR camera and it even fits mine with the extra battery pack/grip attached to the botom AND the tri-pod shoe attached to that! There's plenty of room for your hand to be inside holding the camera and pushing control setting buttons and wheels. It's so simple yet very effective in a pinch. And you can't beat the price for a pack of two!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
This is a good cheap way to make sure you have something to protect your camera. It is light and unobtrusive in your camera bag, fits fairly well, and lets you see all your controls (or LCD if you're one of those digital types). Loses one star because it uses drawstring tightening and not elastic, which gets in the way less.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
cheap, they work well, no great expense if you loss them of leave them behind.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
If you only occasionally shoot in messy weather, this is great protection for the money. In fact, it's so inexpensive compared to repair bills that it's foolish NOT to have one stashed in your camera bag. Some of the best light happens in the worst weather!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
Great rain protection
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Very water resistant
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
Two for under $10.00. Second one came in handy for a friend who had not brought any protection against the elements. Great product to have in your bag.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Cheap construction
- Cumbersome
- Hard To Access Equipment
Best Uses
- Transporting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
A plastic grocery bag would work about as well.
The draw string closure fits too loose to be effective for blowing dust or rain. The device is one size fits all which means it is way to large for most DSLRs
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
I have been caught so many times in my travels using a plastic bag to cover my Nikon DLSR with external flash that I decided to buy its own raincoat.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
Comments about OP/TECH USA 18" Rainsleeve (Set of 2):
I looked at other weather protection and for the price these are the best bet. I do a lot of photography on the beach so I need something to keep the spray off . I used one when Hurricane Irene was just off the coast .
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
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