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Cold Camera Conundrum
Q My camera stops working when it is cold. How do you keep your camera warm?
A Anything that has a battery will be subject to the cold. This includes your camera, whether it is your phone or professional gear. I purchase the large body warmers, similar to hand warmers only larger with an adhesive side. I line the entire bottom of my pelican case with them on really cold days. This prolongs the battery life and helps to keep my camera functioning properly. I have shot all day in minus 44-degree weather with this type of set up.
You can also adhere the hand warmers to your camera or smart phone (specifically over the battery compartment). This helps to keep the camera functioning properly and has the added benefit of keeping your hands warm.