Originally posted by gelokrol waterproof
WR is
not waterproof. It is Weather Resistant. There is a difference. You can search online for the WR standards, I think they are published somewhere
Originally posted by gelokrol walk, so I wonder if this is a good idea or should it be covered somehow?
Just be reasonable. Take photos normally, but if the downpour is insane, keep the camera covered. And keep it covered when you are not taking photos. You can do something simple like a PVC bag on hand. And give it ample time to dry afterwards; before you remove battery or SD card.
The WR equipment can prevent water droplets from going in, but its not made to go underwater. Some youtube videos I saw of Pentax WR tests are very positive, but we had cases where someone wanted to test the WR by putting the camera under a water tap and a droplet of water got in (I think the camera still worked, but the person was not happy)
Just take it easy and be reasonable