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Digital cameras and airport security?

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"Digital media are affected by magnetic devices, not x-rays. Airports signs warn about x-ray damage to film – not digital equipment. Some believe you should avoid the powerful magnets in the drive motors of conveyor belts. They recommend placing your camera as far away from the beginning of belt as possible."

I read this online and can somebody verify whether this is true. Also, what is the safest way to get my camera undamaged through the security checks?
I have a canon A640 if that means anything.

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  1. fhotoace fhotoace

    I have been traveling for a few years and I have never had any damage done to my digital equipment by magnets or x-rays at the airports.

    Film wise, I always have it hand inspected especially exposed film

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