Paint Finish and Reconditioning

[Josh Nataros]

Hello!

Anyone on here ever attempt to repaint or refinish the exterior of the camera?

Been thinking about exploring options to cover up usage and scuffs...

Thoughts?

Thanks!
Josh Nataros

 

[Mike P.]

There were vinyl "skins" a while ago -- some with textures on them and stuff... I'm not sure if they're still available. Painting it would likely void your warranty, though I supposed you're already out of it.

 

[Mark Phelan]

I have NOT done this, so caveat emptor, but if I were to attempt to repaint with whatever is available at Home Depot or Lowes, I might give the RustOleum Truck Bed Liner paint a try. I've done some minor tweaks on camera bits and sprayed them with this paint and it is a very close match. Not exact, but good enough. Provides a rough surface feel to it.

One thing I'd be concerned about is the paint affecting the heat retention of the camera and that might be a big issue for the truck bed paint. I just don't know how it would affect things, which is part of the reason I haven't tried it on the brain.

http://www.rustoleum.com/DigitalEnc...brands/auto/coatings/truck-bed-coating-spray/

 

[Thomas Koba]

I would rather have a scratched Dragon, than a new one.

No I will not swap... scratches have to be earned

 

[Billy Jim]

I knew a photography equipment dealer who used Gun Blueing liquid for touch ups.
Try at your own risk, of course.