How can I prevent fogging inside a GoPro waterproof housing?
Asked 7/12/2012
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When I use my GoPro for whitewater rafting, condensation gradually forms inside the waterproof case and eventually obscures the lens. I don't want to use the open back because I'll be around a lot of water, and I'd rather not keep opening the housing to equalize temperatures. What are the best ways to reduce or prevent internal fogging in a sealed GoPro housing?
Originally by user4152. Source · Licensed CC BY-SA 4.0
user4152
14y ago
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This is pretty common for the GoPro underwater housing. One of the larger GoPro dealers actually has custom made inserts that help with the issue. They call them GoPro Anti-Fog Inserts. This is the description:
Prevent your camera's housing from fogging, even in cold temperatures/humid environments. Great value and performance: includes 3 sets of anti-fog inserts. Each set lasts 4-5 uses and can be dried in an oven (3 minutes) and used again.
In my personal experience, this is just something you learn to live with for the GoPro. It isn't perfect, but I just try to acclimate the unit to the water for a time before my adventure. I've done snorkeling, scuba, swimming, and rafting this way. If you are having trouble with the outside lens fogging up, wipe some Vaseline to prevent that issue.
Originally by user4892. Source · Licensed CC BY-SA 4.0
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First, make sure it’s actually condensation and not a leaking housing. If water is getting in, the case or seal needs attention.
If it’s normal fogging, the cause is moisture trapped in the housing air when you seal it. When the case cools in the water, that moisture condenses on the inside.
The most effective fix is to dry the air inside the housing:
- Use anti-fog inserts or other small desiccant packs made for GoPro housings.
- Reuse them by drying/baking them as directed.
- Third-party inserts can work just as well as branded ones.
You can also reduce fogging by letting the camera and housing acclimate to the water temperature before heavy use.
If fogging is on the outside of the lens rather than inside, that’s a different issue; wiping the exterior can help, but it won’t solve internal condensation.
So the main solution is: confirm the housing isn’t leaking, then use reusable anti-fog/desiccant inserts and let the camera acclimate before shooting.
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