As the hot summer comes to an end and the season of autumn and winter clothing approaches, one item you'll want to check out is gloves .
The stress of having numb hands and fingers due to the cold and being unable to move them as desired is an important issue that photographers and videographers need to be aware of when shooting outdoors in the bitterly cold.
A handy item to have during the winter season is the " cameraman's gloves ." At first glance, they look like ordinary gloves, but with a design optimized for high cold protection and smooth, precise camera operation, they are a reliable ally for creators pursuing the perfect winter shot.
This time we will introduce gloves from Vallerret, a camera glove brand loved by photographers all over the world.
What is Vallerret?
Vallerret is a brand based in Norway that designs premium photography gloves customized to meet the needs of photographers.
These user-focused glove designs were developed in the harsh cold climates of Northern Europe, and are popular with many creators for their warmth, excellent design, and structure that allows for quick access to camera controls.
Vallerret gloves offer a range of gloves to suit any winter environment, from lightweight gloves for mild cold weather to heavyweight gloves for filming in polar regions such as the Arctic Circle.
Markhof Pro V3
The Markhof Pro V3 is our most popular, versatile, "go anywhere" glove, offering functionality and style. Made with water-repellent genuine goat leather, 100% merino wool lining, and magnetic finger caps, it's the perfect everyday winter glove for everyday photography.
Sizes: XS-XXL (Black) / S-XL ( Olive Green )
Color: Black / Olive Green
Djuke
Djuke are leather gloves designed for urban creatives, offering the perfect blend of style, warmth and easy access to your camera's dials and buttons, making them a great choice for street photographers.
Sizes available: XS to XXL
Hatchet
The Hatchet is a tough and reliable full-leather camera glove. The full-leather construction minimizes seams and the 100% merino wool lining provides excellent warmth. The index finger and thumb feature magnetic flip-tech mechanisms for quick and complete access to your camera's dials.
Sizes: XS-XXL (Black) / S-XL ( Natural Tan
Color: Black / Natural Tan
Tinden
Named after the Norwegian mountain Tynden, this model combines layered PrimaLoft insulation with a 100% Merino wool lining, DWR fabric with a laminated membrane, and gauntlet undercuffs that fit under the cuffs of your jacket to keep your wrists warm and clean. This is the perfect model for the coldest winter season.
Sizes available: XS to XXL
Urbex
The Urbex is a stylish camera glove made of brown leather, perfect for street photography. The leather exterior and 100% merino wool lining make it a perfect choice for everyday wear. The index finger and thumb are compatible with the touchscreen, and the flip-tech mechanism allows you to extend your fingers to operate the device.
Sizes available: XS to XL
Milford
The Milford is the only Vallerret glove made of fleece. It comes with a shell that can be stored in the pocket on the back of the hand, and can be worn over the fleece gloves. These 2-in-1 style gloves offer protection from the elements. The flip caps, which allow for the thumb, index finger, and middle finger to be exposed, are secured with elastic straps instead of magnets.
Sizes available: XS to XL
Skadi LRS
The Skadi LRS is a 2-in-1 glove that combines an inner glove and a mitt to provide the best of both worlds: exceptional warmth and unparalleled control. Wear the mitt for double protection when you're not using your camera, and zip the mitt open to reveal the inner glove.
Sizes available: XS to XXL
Color: Black/Green
Alta Arctic Mitt
The Alta Arctic Mitts are designed for filming in Arctic-level cold. They can be worn over other Vallerret gloves to provide additional cold protection, providing the cold weather protection you need for polar filming. A horizontal zipper opens from the center of the glove, allowing for easy access to camera controls.
Sizes available: XS to XL
Power Stretch Pro Liner
The Power Stretch Pro Liner is designed to be worn as an inner glove inside other Vallerret photography gloves. It provides a double layer of gloves for added comfort, especially in colder conditions, and is also perfect worn on its own during chilly autumn and spring months. The thumb and index finger are touchscreen compatible, allowing you to swipe your phone or touch your camera's LCD screen without removing your gloves.
Sizes available: XS to XXL
Comparison of Vallerret gloves' cold weather protection
Each Vallerret glove model undergoes its own cold weather rating, and the gloves are ranked in order of their cold weather protection level as follows:
Power Stretch Pro Liner Urbex / Djuke < Milford < Markhof < Hatchet < Tinden < Skadi < Alta
How to choose your glove size
Vallerret camera gloves are available in sizes ranging from XS to XXL depending on the model. We recommend wearing the size that fits you best to maximize the feel of your camera.
Use the size guide to find the size that best fits your hand.
| size | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ① Palm circumference (cm) |
19 - 20 | 20 - 21 | 21 - 22 | 22 - 23 | 23 - 25 | 25 - 27 |
| ②Long arm (cm) |
16 - 17 | 17 - 18 | 18 - 19 | 19 - 20 | 20 - 21 | 21 - 22 |
Please note that everyone's hands are different, so this may not always be the case.
At UAVOOM, if the size does not fit,
- Within 7 days of delivery - The product is in the same new condition as when it was delivered, including tags and packaging (only tried on)
If the above conditions are met, the customer will be responsible for the shipping costs for returning the product, and we will cover the shipping costs for shipping the replacement product to the customer.
Get a high-quality pair of camera gloves and enjoy comfortable winter photography!
