What do you bring (photographic equipment) for travel


I am able to hold heavy backpacks even over long walks, good exercise too so i bring most of the stuff i own when i travel, unless i get dirty
 

I am able to hold heavy backpacks even over long walks, good exercise too so i bring most of the stuff i own when i travel, unless i get dirty


So said all the young people.... :dunno: Hahahaha..... :bsmilie::bsmilie:
 

previous trip
D700 + 24m f2.8 + 105mm f2.8 + 50mm f1.4
SD14 + 10-20mm
canon HF10

this new trip
D700 + D5000 + 14-24m + 50mm + 105mm
Baby

I usually bring two bodies, one with an UWA and one with a tele prime so there is very little need to change lens.
 

So said all the young people.... :dunno: Hahahaha..... :bsmilie::bsmilie:

Haha, i have my dad to share some load with me cause he carries the tripod sometimes too, its just a sad thing we cant share gear :(
 

Travel with:

Tamrac Adventure 9
A100
Sigma 18-200mm
2 Batt
 

just a quick check, anyone bring their external flash overseas?

Yes, I'm planning to take an SB400 for my D40.

The SB400 is as small as it gets for an external unit.
 

Lotusfairy's easy breezy (lazy rather) photo trip from today till sunday...

D700
24-70
10.5 FE
Remote cord
GND filters
3x CF cards
1 spare batt
tripod (very heavy) :cry:

need run to airport liao!


Yup, this (above) is the kit I'd like to have.

My last major trip two years ago was done with a D200 with a 18-200mm VRII.

But for now, my 'regular' gear is:
  • Nikon D40. Which reminds me.... I need to get a spare battery for the D40. Or a charger to use in the car.
  • 18-55mm kit lens with cheapo UV <<< though I'd prefer a 2.8D/24mm with this body
  • All the SD/SDHC cards lying around!
  • SB400 (powered by 2 x AA Energizer Lithiums) <<< still under consideration as the in-built flash should be enough for most
  • Vanguard tripod (for when we're on the road and there's time and scenery)
  • GPS to do some geotagging when we're on the road
  • Safrotto black canvas


Next trip is to Perth for a week, and we're driving to Albany and Margaret River (the usual destinations).

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Hmm well, on my recent trip to US. I was experimenting with a few different things.

D700 (Zooms)
17-35
70-200

D300 (Prime)
35f1.8
50f1.4
18-200 (My favourite, best lens ever to carry along)

As well as a few Cokin screw in filters and such. Monopod I got along the way, it's really a hassle to lug around, so steady hands are a must, and a very good eye for detail. Try not to rush your shooting and make the same mistake like I did, but also keep in mind the police along the way. Some dude with a D3 and a 70-200 got kena by the police in US for taking pictures of the senator. If you want to do it, stand behind a bush! :D
 

D700 with 1735, 50mm enuff for landscape and some streets
 

Aha! The very setup I am dreaming of!
With a 50/1.4 and this body, available-light shooting is a truly within your grasp.

D700 with 1735, 50mm enuff for landscape and some streets
 

I just bring my late father camera : Nikon F501 + extra roll film ( expired film & BW is my fav ).
Simple... :D
 

Well, some of us are, unfortunately, hooked on the instant gratification that digital provides, and are unable to face the pain and anguish of having to wait mere hours to get the film developed, and printed.

I've found myself always aspiring (even when I cannot afford it) to a newer camera, when all I really need to take decent pictures is just one lens (but it has to be a good lens)...maybe a 24mm or a 28mm....?

As I have just sold my soul and achieved my goal of a full-frame DSLR, I now face the equally daunting challenge of using the gear enough to actually justify having bought it!

I just bring my late father camera : Nikon F501 + extra roll film ( expired film & BW is my fav ).
Simple... :D
 

i'm on my last day of 3 weeks "backpacking" around 4 country in europe...
i bring
5dmk2 + sigma 12-24 + canon 24-105 ps
gorillapod + 2 batteries
eee pc for transferring pics + online... ( and surprisingly photoshop running well in eeepc for jpgs )

i think it's a good setup... not too heavy as well...
 

I usually travel alone or driving. Just return from Provence, France (Driving).

D700
14-24mm
24-70mm
70-200mm
50mm 1.4G
Gitzo G1541T with Markin Q3T.

No more young but it still ok lugging all the above stuff in a China made Polar camera bag.
 

Wow, the Holy Trinity of lenses! :faint:

Do you have a grip on the body? Or can you recommend a hand strap for use without the MD10?


Thanks.
I usually travel alone or driving. Just return from Provence, France (Driving).

D700
14-24mm
24-70mm
70-200mm

50mm 1.4G
Gitzo G1541T with Markin Q3T.

No more young but it still ok lugging all the above stuff in a China made Polar camera bag.
 

Karachi Outpost by Crumpler

Canon 5D Mark II body with grip

Canon 450D body with grip

Blackrapid RS-1 strap

1.4x Teleconverter canon

70-200mm f/2.8 IS canon

24-70mm f/2.8

17-40mm f/4

50mm f/1.8

85mm f/1.2 (planning to buy soon)

100mm Macro (planning to buy soon)

580EXII speedlight

B+W MRC CPL filter

Hoya ND Grad filter

Macbook Pro 17" (if possible)

cleaning accessories

INDURO carbon fiber c013 tripod with manfrotto ball head
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planning to buy:

Think Tank airport take off
16-35mm f/2.8
85mm f/1.2
Canon 7D/1D Mark IV
 

Hm ... for me

D200 with 50mm F1.4 ;)
 

usually limit myself to 2 lenses for convenience. and only have 1 body, so everything fits into a small waistpouch. a light monopod can be strapped on top. convenient even if have to do trekking/scrambling.

canon 40d
10-22mm (love this lens!)
for the other lens, choose one:
50mm/f1.4 (street/candid) +/- extension tube for macro
17-55/2.8 (same as above but heavier, but wider so can don't switch lens to shoot wide)
100mm/f2 (if want macro)
velbon monopod
lenspen and cloth
CPL
ziplock/raincoat if rains

if got space and strength then bring everything you have lor :sweat:
 

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