Airport X-Ray and DSLRs

[Pugs]

Hi,

I'm flying to Mexico tomorrow for my first vacation in over eight years.

My question is do I have to be concerned about my D300 passing through the X-Ray machine at the at the airport?

Thanks folks!

 

[epp_b]

I've passed my D40, lenses and accessories through airport twice and I have no problems to report.

Just don't take your memory cards through the metal detector.

 

[Alex_B]

My 5D went through airport xray and other security xray about 30 times or more so far
... no problems.

I am more afraid when I transport film.

BTW, for film, the particle radiation you permanently get on intercontinental flights might be worse than xray security.

 

[AbelR74]

You could also request a hand inspection, btw...

 

[Flash Harry]

Never had a problem, either with film or digital in airport scanners. H

 

[Garbz]

Photo equipment is fine except for certain films. And those will be marked on the box "do not x-ray"

 

[FlyingWithFish]

The question regarding DSLRs and digital image cards and airport x-rays is a common one.

I have covered this subject in detail on my site for traveling photogs. If you're interested you can read the information here:
http://flyingwithfish.blogspot.com/2008/03/myth-x-rays-will-damage-your-image.html

Happy Flying!