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What precautions do you take to protect your camera from sun damage? I gather it's certainly possible - see LensRentals 2017 solar eclipse damage.
I want to ensure my mirrorless camera is OK when shooting sunrise/sunset time lapses.
Many factors impact the intensity of sun's rays on your sensor.
I want to ensure my mirrorless camera is OK when shooting sunrise/sunset time lapses.
Many factors impact the intensity of sun's rays on your sensor.
- sun's height - most intense when overhead, less at horizon
- aperture - lets in more or less light
- mirror/shutter - blocks sensor (EVF live view may leave it open)
- shutter speed - time exposed to sun
- interval and number of shots - affects time to dissipate heat energy from exposure
- lens filters - ND lets in less light, UV reflects some wavelengths
- lens coating - may also reflect some UV?
- focal length - size of sun on sensor, same intensity?