Can you take a camera on a plane

Hi, I know this may be a silly question but are DSLR camera allowed in carry on bag for internationalflights? I don't wanna put my camera in my check bag in fear something may happen to it. I will be flying from NY to London with a connecting flight in Dublin. Just wanna make sure i can put my camera in my carry on bag.

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IrishFan

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1. Re: are DSLR Camera allowed in carry on bags?

7 years ago

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Why wouldn't they be? I realize that doesn't answer your question. But what reason would there be to not allow them?

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USBusinessTraveller

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2. Re: are DSLR Camera allowed in carry on bags?

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Yes of course. I've taken my DSLR with me many times.

You just have to ensure that your camera and other accessories (additional lenses, speedlights, etc) when packed conform to the carry on rules of theairline you're flying. That can be tough with say a 7kg weight limit for the carry on and, in cases where no additional personal item is permitted. One of the things I always check before booking a vacation is the airline carry on policy as it could be a decider if I couldn't take the camera equipment I want to.

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HarleyB

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3. Re: are DSLR Camera allowed in carry on bags?

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It would be extremely foolish to put a fragile and valuable DSLR camera into checked in or hold luggage. However as USB indicated it can be quite easy to go over the weight especially if you are carrying a second body or several lenses. My husband's kit now weighs about 8.5 kg which is a bit frustrating when we are flying with a 7 kg weigh limit. As we almost always travel as a couple I ensure that I have room (and weight) left in my allowance so that we can if necessary put something into my bag or else carry the camera as a personal item.

We've only flown once (SQ) since he acquired the extra "stuff" and when it was discovered that his bag was overweight fortunately we were permitted to keep everything in the proper place in the padded camera bag rather than having to carry it separately.

We are flying with Jetstar next month and I hope they will do the same but if not we will have a plan to deal with it.

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Jackie34

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Hi

I find big coat pockets help in this kind of situation.

Jackie

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Englandsscout

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5. Re: are DSLR Camera allowed in carry on bags?

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''are DSLR Camera allowed in carry on bags?''

Yes, and I would never think of putting my camera in checked in luggage, as said just check weight/size allowances for carry on and you will be fine.

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Oreet-S

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6. Re: are DSLR Camera allowed in carry on bags?

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Without a doubt yes - can't imagine packing a DSLR (or lots of other things) in checked baggage. As others have noted, just make sure you are within weight limits.

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nakagoli

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7. Re: are DSLR Camera allowed in carry on bags?

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absolutely no problems with a camera on theplane. after all cameraphones have no problem. however, at security, you may be asked to switch it on to prove that it is a working camera.

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Bernice D

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8. Re: are DSLR Camera allowed in carry on bags?

7 years ago

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Great thank you so much for the replies. I will only take the camera with the lenses it comes with, I don't want to bring to much and make my carry on exceed the weight limit. Again thank you :)

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The_Loup_Garou

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10. Re: are DSLR Camera allowed in carry on bags?

7 years ago

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Yes, but only so long as the bag fits within the airline's sizer, and for Europe and many other places, the weight is under that allowed.

Do you have to remove camera at airport security?

How do you travel with a camera?