Airport X-Ray and DSLRs

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!

 

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.

 

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.

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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!