DSLR's and security check

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03-09-2009, 04:09 PM
N186BD

DSLR's and security check

Guys just a quick question-
When going through security at the airport, is there any reason I should be worried about sending my camera through the x-ray machine? I know it can affect physical film but I am completely oblivious on x-rays affects on the camera's electronics/sd cards.

Cheers,
N186BD
03-09-2009, 04:20 PM
moose135

Re: DSLR's and security check

No, x-rays should have no effect.
03-09-2009, 04:42 PM
cancidas

Re: DSLR's and security check

i've had TSA ask to put my camera through the x-ray outside of it's bag, same as with my laptop but the machinery itself should have no ill effect on the camera.
03-09-2009, 05:20 PM
emshighway

Re: DSLR's and security check

Official answer: The radiation emitted from a TSA checkpoint X-Ray is 50 times less than a checst X-ray. The TSA X-Rays will not cause any problem to your DSLR. The only film which may become a problem is 1800 ISO and above.
03-09-2009, 05:28 PM
N186BD

Re: DSLR's and security check

Thanks for the help guys!

N186BD
03-11-2009, 03:49 AM
Jetinder

Re: DSLR's and security check

Never had a problem with x-ray machines checking my 35mm film and SLR camera.
03-11-2009, 04:19 PM
T-Bird76

Re: DSLR's and security check

You have no worries, X-rays even at high dose amounts have no solid effect on electronic devices, unless they stay in the beam for an extend period of time and those used at airports are very low powered, around 30 to 50 KVP. In comparison the x-ray you get at your dentist or doctor is far higher powered at 70 KVP and above. You'll also get more radiation exposure flying NY to LA..Infact you'll receive on average 2500 milirems of ionizing radiation (the kind that kills cells) from that flight, which is far higher then anything you'll get at a Doctor or Dentist's office.