Hello all,
I am going to Aconcagua end of January and will be taking my Nikon D40 + 18-200 zoom lens with me. I used the camera + 18-55 lens with good effect in minus 15 at 4810m on Mont Blanc, but am wondering how it may fare much higher and colder on Aconcagua. If anyone can offer any information on how resistent modern SLR's are to cold and practical tips on camera care, be much appreciated. On Mont Blanc I (tried to) sleep with the camera in my sleeping bag to prevent it from freezing. Is this necessary - or is it enough just to keep the battery in a pocket? Am I mad to try and take the 18-200 zoom up high or would it be a safer bet to use the original 18-55 lens, which is much smaller (& lighter!).
Thanks - and happy new year! Mark