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**mroeder75** · 07-08-2020, 08:42 PM

How do you store your lenses when not in use? I have neoprene pouches which I use and put them lenses in camera bag which bag does not have pouches.

The problem with the pouches is that when I am in a rush to go I can't find the lens I want to use as I have to open so many pouches. Is it okay to store the lenses on a shelf, or will they become more dusty inside?

Back in my Pentax ME Super lifetime I had only two lenses, one attached to the camera and one in a case. So I always kept the camera and lenses in the bag. Now that I have 8-9 lenses I'd like to learn a best storage method.

dbs · 07-08-2020, 09:03 PM

Put a name plate/ sticker on the pouch, at least you only have to stumble through the same size pouch for the lens you want
( how do I know ).

Dave

Paul the Sunman · 07-09-2020, 12:32 AM

I would never keep lenses in a pouch. Freely circulating fresh dry air is my preference. A cupboard with the doors slightly ajar in my case.

**Kerrowdown** · 07-09-2020, 01:45 AM

Originally posted by mroeder75

How do you store your lenses?

On the camera bodies... so good to go.

**BigMackCam** · 07-09-2020, 03:29 AM

Since I live in the UK, we have a climate that tends not to suffer extremes of temperature or humidity, which makes lens storage easier. I have a study (more like a hobby room) with cupboards, and I store my lenses on the shelves in those. I don't keep them in pouches, but I do leave both end caps in place...

**pepperberry farm** · 07-09-2020, 03:52 AM

in a big grey box:

the big grey box project - or where am I going to store 50+ lenses and the rest of it - PentaxForums.com

**Lowell Goudge** · 07-09-2020, 03:53 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by mroeder75

How do you store your lenses when not in use? I have neoprene pouches which I use and put them lenses in camera bag which bag does not have pouches.

The problem with the pouches is that when I am in a rush to go I can't find the lens I want to use as I have to open so many pouches. Is it okay to store the lenses on a shelf, or will they become more dusty inside?

Back in my Pentax ME Super lifetime I had only two lenses, one attached to the camera and one in a case. So I always kept the camera and lenses in the bag. Now that I have 8-9 lenses I'd like to learn a best storage method.

. Only 8-9 lenses, and you have storage issues? Try dealing with 50-60

Originally posted by Paul the Sunman

I would never keep lenses in a pouch. Freely circulating fresh dry air is my preference. A cupboard with the doors slightly ajar in my case.

This is how I store many of mine., but I have a “GO BAG” to steal an expression from specialized Urgent response groups That contains my regular gear, so a minimal kit is always packed and ready.. my legacy glass is what is in cupboards, because when I am using it, I generally think much more about what I am going out to shoot

gatorguy · 07-09-2020, 05:56 AM - **2 Likes**

I use two hard cases to store my lenses. One Nanuk 935 rolling case with cube foam for my longer/larger lenses and a 930 for the more compact ones. I also have a Nanuk 960 for my lighting gear and a 920 for various and sundry"'stuff" I like to have along.

It's not all that uncommon for me just to throw all 4 cases (forgot about that 920) in the truck when going to a photo shoot. At least it stays organized for an hour or two and makes it super easy to load up quickly and not wish I'd brought lensX or speedlight B. Nanuks are on sale regularly at B&H, really as good as Pelicans IMHO yet FAR less expensive. I never buy them at the retail price.

BTW I recently added dessicant packs to all of them after another poster here made me aware of not only sealing out the weather but also sealing in moisture in these types of hard cases and in the worst-case accidently creating an environment for fungus to start. Mine don't stay shut all the time anyway and are stored in airconditioning when home but better to be safe. A pack of 60 color change ones is only $10 at Amazon.

I also have a padded Lowepro slingbag I'll generally store a pair of lenses in that I lean on a lot when going out into the unknown, but the specific contents are really for another thread. Keeping this one on topic.

Of course most of us probably have "that shelf" for those lenses we almost never use.

**carlb** · 07-09-2020, 06:04 AM

My lenses are in bags as kits so I can just grab and go. I do have packs of dessicant in each bag just in case humidity becomes a problem but in reality we don't suffer from prolonged periods of humid weather.

**hjoseph7** · 07-09-2020, 07:21 AM - **2 Likes**

I usually store my Limited lenses in a hard case and my Takumar and other lenses in a Fish Tackle bag. (* not showing off just a proud Papa)

**ramseybuckeye** · 07-09-2020, 07:25 AM - **1 Like**

The most used ones are either on camera or in the bag (with desiccant) ready to go, and the house is AC without humidity problems. Previously other lenses have been stored in lens pouches with desiccant or camera bags with desiccant. Some stored on a shelf. A few months ago I acquired a Ruggard Dry cabinet and several store in there. The quick bag is still used, but when I go out in damp conditions those all get put into the dry cabinet, which also contains desiccant. I have a small Pelican case for boat travel to close by islands. Sea air can be damp so they call get into the dry case when home,

Originally posted by gatorguy

A pack of 60 color change ones is only $10 at Amazon.

Thanks for that tip on the color changing desiccant, I need to restock anyway, so I just ordered before I forgot.

**clickclick** · 07-09-2020, 08:38 AM

I live in an area near the water that often has high humidity. Anything in a closed case/pouch seems at risk of moisture damage, so I keep them in a gun safe with a GoldenRod dehumidifier, and that has worked well.

GoldenRod Dehumidifier Rod 12 (Protects 100 Cubic Feet) Detachable

**Bob 256** · 07-09-2020, 08:41 AM

I store my lenses in a small polyethylene zip-lock pouch placed in a labeled Pentax lens pouch with a small packet of desiccant in the poly pouch. The poly pouch is dust proof and the desiccant absorbs any moisture the lens may have brought with it. The Pentax pouch makes it easy to identify lenses and provides a degree of abrasion and impact protection. It's also important to check the desiccant periodically (get the color changing indicator variety) and replace if necessary since the poly can leak moisture long-term. The desiccant packs can be recycled quite a few times by heating them in a microwave or conventional oven to restore their absorbing qualities.

https://dryndry.com/

**hjoseph7** · 07-09-2020, 09:44 AM

When I'm on the road, I put my lenses in their original leather pouches and put them in a bag that looks like a lunch box. This way nobody knows what i have in there...

**rogerstg** · 07-09-2020, 10:37 AM

Originally posted by mroeder75

The problem with the pouches is that when I am in a rush to go I can't find the lens I want to use as I have to open so many pouches. Is it okay to store the lenses on a shelf, or will they become more dusty inside?

I've used similar lens pouches for the last 40 years with no problems, here in New England where we have cold winters and warm humid summers. I label the pouches for easy ID.

You can use 3D fabric paint for a permanent label, or painter's tape for hard to stick surfaces (my method)

07-08-2020, 08:42 PM	#1
mroeder75 Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Iowa Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,601	How do you store your lenses? How do you store your lenses when not in use? I have neoprene pouches which I use and put them lenses in camera bag which bag does not have pouches. The problem with the pouches is that when I am in a rush to go I can't find the lens I want to use as I have to open so many pouches. Is it okay to store the lenses on a shelf, or will they become more dusty inside? Back in my Pentax ME Super lifetime I had only two lenses, one attached to the camera and one in a case. So I always kept the camera and lenses in the bag. Now that I have 8-9 lenses I'd like to learn a best storage method.

07-09-2020, 05:56 AM - 2 Likes	#8
gatorguy Moderator Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Central Florida Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,094	I use two hard cases to store my lenses. One Nanuk 935 rolling case with cube foam for my longer/larger lenses and a 930 for the more compact ones. I also have a Nanuk 960 for my lighting gear and a 920 for various and sundry"'stuff" I like to have along. It's not all that uncommon for me just to throw all 4 cases (forgot about that 920) in the truck when going to a photo shoot. At least it stays organized for an hour or two and makes it super easy to load up quickly and not wish I'd brought lensX or speedlight B. Nanuks are on sale regularly at B&H, really as good as Pelicans IMHO yet FAR less expensive. I never buy them at the retail price. BTW I recently added dessicant packs to all of them after another poster here made me aware of not only sealing out the weather but also sealing in moisture in these types of hard cases and in the worst-case accidently creating an environment for fungus to start. Mine don't stay shut all the time anyway and are stored in airconditioning when home but better to be safe. A pack of 60 color change ones is only $10 at Amazon. I also have a padded Lowepro slingbag I'll generally store a pair of lenses in that I lean on a lot when going out into the unknown, but the specific contents are really for another thread. Keeping this one on topic. Of course most of us probably have "that shelf" for those lenses we almost never use. Last edited by gatorguy; 07-09-2020 at 06:06 AM.

07-09-2020, 07:21 AM - 2 Likes	#10
hjoseph7 Site Supporter Join Date: May 2014 Location: Minnesota Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,051	I usually store my Limited lenses in a hard case and my Takumar and other lenses in a Fish Tackle bag. (* not showing off just a proud Papa) Attached Images

07-09-2020, 08:41 AM	#13
Bob 256 Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Idaho Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,379	I store my lenses in a small polyethylene zip-lock pouch placed in a labeled Pentax lens pouch with a small packet of desiccant in the poly pouch. The poly pouch is dust proof and the desiccant absorbs any moisture the lens may have brought with it. The Pentax pouch makes it easy to identify lenses and provides a degree of abrasion and impact protection. It's also important to check the desiccant periodically (get the color changing indicator variety) and replace if necessary since the poly can leak moisture long-term. The desiccant packs can be recycled quite a few times by heating them in a microwave or conventional oven to restore their absorbing qualities. https://dryndry.com/ Last edited by Bob 256; 07-09-2020 at 08:49 AM.

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dbs Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Clare Valley S A Photos: Albums Posts: 7,568	Put a name plate/ sticker on the pouch, at least you only have to stumble through the same size pouch for the lens you want ( how do I know ). Dave

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Paul the Sunman Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,847	I would never keep lenses in a pouch. Freely circulating fresh dry air is my preference. A cupboard with the doors slightly ajar in my case.

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Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,867	Originally posted by mroeder75 How do you store your lenses? On the camera bodies... so good to go.

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BigMackCam Digitiser of Film Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North East of England Posts: 20,705	Since I live in the UK, we have a climate that tends not to suffer extremes of temperature or humidity, which makes lens storage easier. I have a study (more like a hobby room) with cupboards, and I store my lenses on the shelves in those. I don't keep them in pouches, but I do leave both end caps in place...

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pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,787	in a big grey box: the big grey box project - or where am I going to store 50+ lenses and the rest of it - PentaxForums.com

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Lowell Goudge Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,892	Originally posted by mroeder75 How do you store your lenses when not in use? I have neoprene pouches which I use and put them lenses in camera bag which bag does not have pouches. The problem with the pouches is that when I am in a rush to go I can't find the lens I want to use as I have to open so many pouches. Is it okay to store the lenses on a shelf, or will they become more dusty inside? Back in my Pentax ME Super lifetime I had only two lenses, one attached to the camera and one in a case. So I always kept the camera and lenses in the bag. Now that I have 8-9 lenses I'd like to learn a best storage method. . Only 8-9 lenses, and you have storage issues? Try dealing with 50-60 Originally posted by Paul the Sunman I would never keep lenses in a pouch. Freely circulating fresh dry air is my preference. A cupboard with the doors slightly ajar in my case. This is how I store many of mine., but I have a “GO BAG” to steal an expression from specialized Urgent response groups That contains my regular gear, so a minimal kit is always packed and ready.. my legacy glass is what is in cupboards, because when I am using it, I generally think much more about what I am going out to shoot

07-09-2020, 06:04 AM	#9
carlb Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Perth, Western Australia Posts: 1,165	My lenses are in bags as kits so I can just grab and go. I do have packs of dessicant in each bag just in case humidity becomes a problem but in reality we don't suffer from prolonged periods of humid weather.

07-09-2020, 07:25 AM - 1 Like	#11
ramseybuckeye Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Hampstead, NC Photos: Gallery Posts: 17,296	The most used ones are either on camera or in the bag (with desiccant) ready to go, and the house is AC without humidity problems. Previously other lenses have been stored in lens pouches with desiccant or camera bags with desiccant. Some stored on a shelf. A few months ago I acquired a Ruggard Dry cabinet and several store in there. The quick bag is still used, but when I go out in damp conditions those all get put into the dry cabinet, which also contains desiccant. I have a small Pelican case for boat travel to close by islands. Sea air can be damp so they call get into the dry case when home, Originally posted by gatorguy A pack of 60 color change ones is only $10 at Amazon. Thanks for that tip on the color changing desiccant, I need to restock anyway, so I just ordered before I forgot.

07-09-2020, 08:38 AM	#12
clickclick Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: May 2016 Location: East Coast Posts: 2,904	I live in an area near the water that often has high humidity. Anything in a closed case/pouch seems at risk of moisture damage, so I keep them in a gun safe with a GoldenRod dehumidifier, and that has worked well. GoldenRod Dehumidifier Rod 12 (Protects 100 Cubic Feet) Detachable

07-09-2020, 09:44 AM	#14
hjoseph7 Site Supporter Join Date: May 2014 Location: Minnesota Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,051	When I'm on the road, I put my lenses in their original leather pouches and put them in a bag that looks like a lunch box. This way nobody knows what i have in there...

07-09-2020, 10:37 AM	#15
rogerstg Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Rhode Island Photos: Albums Posts: 1,168	Originally posted by mroeder75 The problem with the pouches is that when I am in a rush to go I can't find the lens I want to use as I have to open so many pouches. Is it okay to store the lenses on a shelf, or will they become more dusty inside? I've used similar lens pouches for the last 40 years with no problems, here in New England where we have cold winters and warm humid summers. I label the pouches for easy ID. You can use 3D fabric paint for a permanent label, or painter's tape for hard to stick surfaces (my method)