As a lover of photography, I often have to ask myself what camera, if any, I am going to bring with me. When it comes to the outdoors, I love taking pictures, but the size and weight of the gear do come into play. Additionally, on a trip like Mt. Mitchell in the winter, I consider the replacement cost of whatever I am bringing with me.

Now, all that being said, photogs all over the world are shooting in some of the worst condition without having to replace their camera every time. Always hunting for expert advise on the subject, I got an email from Nikon the other day with just such an article:

http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-Explore/Photography-Techniques/g1p064ac/all/Camera-in-the-Cold.html