Using A Nikon D5000 In The Snow

Q. I was wondering if its okay to take it outside to take picture of the falling snow. I don't want to ruin my camera because it wasn't cheap but I would love to get pictures of the falling snow.

A. As the battery gets cold, you will need to warm it back up. Most people who shoot in cold weather, carry a spare battery in a pocket nearest our skin so they have a warm one at hand when the other gets cold and stops working.