Good Chicken Camera???

[ChickenCharmer]

My hobby is chicken photography. When I take chicken pics, I have to get in the dirt. My current camera is constantly getting dirt particles in the lens and it gets jammed. I want a good tough camera.

Can anyone give me suggestions for a tough dirt-proof camera that also takes really good pictures (like the Canon Rebel XTi or similar, but tougher)?

Thanks

ETA: I did a search, and the Canon EOS ID MarkIII is ideal, but it's much too expensive. Maybe a camera with similar features, but less cost?

 

[Little Ameraucana Mom]

I have no ideas on the camera, but now you have to show us some of your pictures !!!!

 

[ChickenCharmer]

I already purchased one! It's the Pentax K200D. It is weather-sealed and has very good reviews.


http://www.steves-digicams.com/camera-reviews/pentax/k200d-slr/pentax-k200d-slr-review.html