Ireland, here I come and I want to bring EVERYTHING!!!
Nov 2, 2015 02:38:48 #
I'm planning a trip to Ireland for next Spring or possibly not until the Fall. I've been accumulating a lot of equipment, and I know that I will have to limit what I take.
I have a Think Tank backpack that is within the carry-on limits of 22 x 14 x 9. I will take the D7100 with 24-70 attached & the 70-200. I also want to take the Tokina 11-16 and a prime lens.
My questions are:
1. Which prime lens would be the most useful? 35, 50, or 85
2. Is there a weight limit for a carry-on for an overseas flight? I checked a few airlines & United only mentioned the size limitations, but didn't mention a weight restriction for the carry-on.
3. I want to bring a tripod to use with the heavy 70-200 lens, but my Manfrotto doesn't collapse very small; so I would have to pack it in my checked luggage, or invest in a smaller tripod to carry on with my backpack. Any suggestions?
Of course, the other option is to leave the 70-200 lens at home and I wouldn't need a tripod, but I really don't want to do that.
4. I think I'll bring a Yongnuo speedlite YN568EX if I can figure out how to use it off camera. If not, I'll bring my Nikon 900 or buy a Nikon 700 because I don't think that the 900 will fit in the case with all the lenses that I want to bring.
Any other suggestions would be extremely useful. Thanking all you wonderful, helpful people in advance!
I have a Think Tank backpack that is within the carry-on limits of 22 x 14 x 9. I will take the D7100 with 24-70 attached & the 70-200. I also want to take the Tokina 11-16 and a prime lens.
My questions are:
1. Which prime lens would be the most useful? 35, 50, or 85
2. Is there a weight limit for a carry-on for an overseas flight? I checked a few airlines & United only mentioned the size limitations, but didn't mention a weight restriction for the carry-on.
3. I want to bring a tripod to use with the heavy 70-200 lens, but my Manfrotto doesn't collapse very small; so I would have to pack it in my checked luggage, or invest in a smaller tripod to carry on with my backpack. Any suggestions?
Of course, the other option is to leave the 70-200 lens at home and I wouldn't need a tripod, but I really don't want to do that.
4. I think I'll bring a Yongnuo speedlite YN568EX if I can figure out how to use it off camera. If not, I'll bring my Nikon 900 or buy a Nikon 700 because I don't think that the 900 will fit in the case with all the lenses that I want to bring.
Any other suggestions would be extremely useful. Thanking all you wonderful, helpful people in advance!
Nov 2, 2015 03:03:45 #
GrandmaG wrote:
I'm planning a trip to Ireland for next Spring or ... (show quote)
Is anyone going with you?
Nov 2, 2015 06:50:46 #
GrandmaG wrote:
I'm planning a trip to Ireland for next Spring or ... (show quote)
1. Your 50mm is 2/3 stops faster than the other two which might be useful.
3. I wouldn't consider traveling with all this gear while leaving my tripod at home.
Have a great trip and post some pictures of it soon.
Nov 2, 2015 06:54:27 #
I don't even know what you have in your equipment stable, but I do think you're in overkill mode. Might just want to rethink the whole thing. Many have done great work with ONE camera/lens combo. Eliminating problems before your trip will surely result in a more enjoyable trio. djt
Nov 2, 2015 07:22:16 #
Nov 2, 2015 07:50:42 #
As for a heavy tripod (and dare I suggest, your heavy lens?) you might consider mailing/shipping it to your hotel a few weeks before your arrival, then mailing it home afterward. When I made a trip to Yosemite National Park, we had bought so many souvenirs that we packed them up in a box and shipped it home via UPS. It kept the carry-on luggage to a minimum. I don't know what International Shipping costs are like (and I would definitely have it insured), but it's worth checking out.
Nov 2, 2015 08:06:24 #
I'd take the 11-16, 18-140 and 35. You don't need a tripod and will have little use for the 70-200.
Nov 2, 2015 08:16:37 #
You have some nice, big, heavy FX lenses which lean to the telephoto side on your D7100. However, unless you want to buy a D750 for your trip, I would leave them behind.
I suggest you bring the 11-16, 18-140, and 35mm. If you want to add a lens, I would suggest something like the Nikon 17-35mm f/2.8 or a 20mm f/1.8, both of which would go nice with your current collection.
Get a travel tripod (the MeFoto carbon is nice). It has a small head, so I recommend the following two items for balance on the head and taking panoramic shots: an Arca L-bracket and an Arca nodal rail slide. A 140mm slide might be long enough to reach the furthest nodal point on the 11-16, but a 170mm slide should just reach to the end of the 11-16 without showing up in your 35mm lens FOV.
For the L-bracket, you can get one made specifically for your camera, but I prefer the universal adjustable ones made by iShoot. The adjustability means you can use them on nearly any camera, including if you have a battery grip. But my main reason is so I can mount the vertical side on the right, allowing unrestricted access to the ports on the left.
For panoramic shots where you will have foreground objects, I recommend an Arca panoramic fluid head panning clamp.
You can get the L-bracket for $40, panoramic head for $40, and nodal rail for $20-30 depending on length.
I suggest you bring the 11-16, 18-140, and 35mm. If you want to add a lens, I would suggest something like the Nikon 17-35mm f/2.8 or a 20mm f/1.8, both of which would go nice with your current collection.
Get a travel tripod (the MeFoto carbon is nice). It has a small head, so I recommend the following two items for balance on the head and taking panoramic shots: an Arca L-bracket and an Arca nodal rail slide. A 140mm slide might be long enough to reach the furthest nodal point on the 11-16, but a 170mm slide should just reach to the end of the 11-16 without showing up in your 35mm lens FOV.
For the L-bracket, you can get one made specifically for your camera, but I prefer the universal adjustable ones made by iShoot. The adjustability means you can use them on nearly any camera, including if you have a battery grip. But my main reason is so I can mount the vertical side on the right, allowing unrestricted access to the ports on the left.
For panoramic shots where you will have foreground objects, I recommend an Arca panoramic fluid head panning clamp.
You can get the L-bracket for $40, panoramic head for $40, and nodal rail for $20-30 depending on length.
Nov 2, 2015 09:42:59 #
Nov 2, 2015 14:45:13 #
Mogul wrote:
Is anyone going with you?
Yes, my husband. Why, were you volunteering? :lol: :lol: I could use someone to carry my gear! Plus hubby has a small DSLR too but we'll probably leave it home.
Nov 2, 2015 14:48:55 #
SnappyHappy wrote:
1. Your 50mm is 2/3 stops faster than the other two which might be useful.
3. I wouldn't consider traveling with all this gear while leaving my tripod at home.
Have a great trip and post some pictures of it soon.
3. I wouldn't consider traveling with all this gear while leaving my tripod at home.
Have a great trip and post some pictures of it soon.
Yes, I was torn between the 35 or 50. I know that I would need a tripod with the 70-200 lens, but mine would not work as a carry-on but I could certainly eliminate some clothes to get it in my suitcase.
Thank you...I am looking forward to the trip.
Nov 2, 2015 14:52:28 #
djtravels wrote:
I don't even know what you have in your equipment stable, but I do think you're in overkill mode. Might just want to rethink the whole thing. Many have done great work with ONE camera/lens combo. Eliminating problems before your trip will surely result in a more enjoyable trio. djt
I know. I actually thought about buying a Sony a6000 and 2 lenses to cover a range from 16 to 210!! :lol: :lol:
Nov 2, 2015 14:53:06 #
Nov 2, 2015 14:53:50 #
Bob Yankle wrote:
As for a heavy tripod (and dare I suggest, your heavy lens?) you might consider mailing/shipping it to your hotel a few weeks before your arrival, then mailing it home afterward. When I made a trip to Yosemite National Park, we had bought so many souvenirs that we packed them up in a box and shipped it home via UPS. It kept the carry-on luggage to a minimum. I don't know what International Shipping costs are like (and I would definitely have it insured), but it's worth checking out.
That's not a bad idea. I will check it out.
Nov 3, 2015 04:06:57 #
GrandmaG wrote:
I know. I actually thought about buying a Sony a6000 and 2 lenses to cover a range from 16 to 210!! :lol: :lol:
And, as I'm sure you know; you're, in effect, covering a range of 24-305mm with the typical kit lens bundle.
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