Digital cameras 101

[kirkland]

Hi,

I'm going on a trip soon and it will involve going through several airports. I know xray machines can damage film but wonder if my digital camera can be damaged by repeated xrays.

Thank you, and thank you for your very informative website. I've told many people about it.

kirkland

[ShutterbugGail]

Hi kirkland,

Putting digital cameras (and memory cards) through airport x-ray machines won't cause harm. There is some concern about metal-detectors though, particularly hand-held wands used by airport personnel. Digital media can be affected by magnetic devices, not x-rays.

We have more information, including what the  U.S. Transport Security Administration says about the subject, here:

http://digicamhelp.com/x-ray-and-photo-equipment/airport-x-ray.htm

And here are some travel tips about insurance, customs, etc.

http://www.digicamhelp.com/learn/camera-questions-and-answers/digital-camera-travel-tips.htm

Thanks so much for your kind words about Digicamhelp.