Question about cameras at Caesars - Page 2

Red · #16 03-28-2005, 06:59 PM

I was also at the FM show at the MGM in Vegas and they confiscated my camera...and that was well after I went through the metal detector, thinking I'd beat the system. I got it back at the end, but I've heard horror stories of security "misplacing" confiscated items, so I'm thinking I'll try my luck with a disposable.

skcin · #17 03-28-2005, 07:23 PM

Don't forget Diss' tip - put it in a tampon box.

GODDESS6 · #18 03-28-2005, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by skcin

Don't forget Diss' tip - put it in a tampon box.

that is the best tip ever!!!

~

GODDESS6 · #19 03-28-2005, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by WelshWitchPMD

When I went to see the Mac at the MGM in July of 2003 the guard wanded my bag and it went off but all he did was ask me " if I had any weapons on me"

Of course I said "no not today". I had my old 35mm camera which was larger then my digital but he did not even look in my bag. When I went to my seat there was a guard right in front of me but he was very nice and told us "please no cameras" I never took it out.

The weird thing is that almost every show that I went to {since I bought my tiny digital} security did not even look in bag. If you don't use a flash you are less likely to be noticed and most of the time they won't even bother you if you don't use a flash. If you have a digital you won't really need one for concert pics anyway.

Ironically, I will be leaving for my new photography class in about 45 minutes.

cool jealous about the class i love photography & took it in highschool~ i didn't use my flash @ any of my shows thanx 2 a tip from tiff & her pics always turn out so nice!!!~

Stephanie · #20 03-28-2005, 08:13 PM

I have a digital Elph. If anyone else has this camera, can you tell me the best settings for the no flash photos? Should you change the speed or anything?? Any tips would be appreciated. I think I have now decided to try to smuggle it in.

ChrystalGypsey · #21 03-28-2005, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by skcin

Don't forget Diss' tip - put it in a tampon box.

One year, at a Lollapalooza type event, a friend used a tampon box to hide granola bars, but they opened it and threw her food away. Really, what woman carries a whole box??!!! Also, security is tighter, and they'll probably check everything.

ChrystalGypsey · #22 03-28-2005, 09:31 PM

Even if you put tampons on top, the box will be heavy from the camera.

WelshWitchPMD · #23 03-28-2005, 10:10 PM

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Even if you put tampons on top, the box will be heavy from the camera.

Try and go to a male security guard. I also used a box of GasX.

My camera is so small that it fits inside an Altoids tin but with my luck I will get some wise guy that will ask me for one.

WelshWitchPMD · #24 03-28-2005, 10:14 PM

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cool jealous about the class i love photography & took it in highschool~ i didn't use my flash @ any of my shows thanx 2 a tip from tiff & her pics always turn out so nice!!!~

The class is at AAA.

It is only $15.00 for 4 weeks. What a deal! It is very basic but that is what I wanted right now. I went tonight for the first time and I learned a lot with just the first class.

First rule is don't buy a camera at a camera store!

I know that now.

Livia · #25 03-28-2005, 10:51 PM

If you wear flared pants and socks - you can stick the camera in a sock! Unless, of course, they are patting people down.

My experience is that most places in Vegas don't pat you down or check your bag, however it doesn't hurt to have a plan B, just in case. I've also snuck in cameras under my arm, in the bra strap, just keep your arm close to your body to hide the bulge. Heh. I said "bulge."

jkmaletic · #26 03-28-2005, 11:29 PM

I snuck cameras in last year by putting my camera in a sock (to protect it) and then strapping it to the inside of my ankle with an Ace wrap bandage. It worked like a charm. As for Vegas though, I plan to not bring one in the first show I'm going to and observing if I see people taking pictures and getting away with it. If I do, I will sneak one in to the 2nd show I'm going to. I'm going to assume though that the picture taking will be tough due to the Vegas security being what it usually is (tight).

~Jamie

Kelly · #27 03-29-2005, 07:13 AM

OMIGOD...a very good friend of mine does the same exact thing with the Ace bandage. Although I think she had like a ankle brace or something. I remember standing out front of the Camden show, embroiled in ticket drama, as she pulled her pant leg up and put the thing on and hid her camera in it.
I do not think the problem in Vegas will be getting the camera in as much as it will be taking the photos.

WelshWitchPMD · #28 03-29-2005, 07:30 AM

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OMIGOD...a very good friend of mine does the same exact thing with the Ace bandage. Although I think she had like a ankle brace or something. I remember standing out front of the Camden show, embroiled in ticket drama, as she pulled her pant leg up and put the thing on and hid her camera in it.
I do not think the problem in Vegas will be getting the camera in as much as it will be taking the photos.

I have a feeling that there are going to be many people with bandages on.

I can hear the rumours now that Stevie does have magical powers because everyone will be bandage free after the show.

GODDESS6 · #29 03-29-2005, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Livia

If you wear flared pants and socks - you can stick the camera in a sock! Unless, of course, they are patting people down.

My experience is that most places in Vegas don't pat you down or check your bag, however it doesn't hurt to have a plan B, just in case. I've also snuck in cameras under my arm, in the bra strap, just keep your arm close to your body to hide the bulge. Heh. I said "bulge."

i can't believe i am admitting this, but when i saw them in omaha, where i live, our arena was brand new, so i had no idea what they were gonna b like as far as security, so i put my

camera...uhm...well u know where...let's just say downunder, the front of the underwear

, i was wearing a stevie skirt & they did no patting down, thank god!!!~

amber · #30 03-29-2005, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by WelshWitchPMD

I have a feeling that there are going to be many people with bandages on.

I can hear the rumours now that Stevie does have magical powers because everyone will be bandage free after the show.

"I'm Cured!!! Hallelujah, She has exorcised the spirit of pain from my body!!!! Heal me, Welsh Witch!!!"