I haven't shot in a monsoon but I have shot in the rain with an umbrella and various plastic bags protecting my gear. I learned the hard way that the VX-1000 has a defense mechanism that kicks in when it detects a lot of moisture. It locks the door in the open position and won't close, aburtly ending the shoot. I had to take it back to Sony to be reset.(posted 9102 days ago)I just don't think these consumer cameras are designed to take the elements.
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