Holy Land Trip
Apr 9, 2019 09:15:22 #
Take the first one KYdude, as you will be doing a lot of walking. It will be one fantastic trip and be prepared, your life to change, for the better.
Apr 9, 2019 09:18:16 #
I'd take the 24-105 and get/rent a fast wide prime for indoors.
Apr 9, 2019 09:46:27 #
"The "Holy Land." Does that mean Israel or does it mean the West Bank and Gaza?" Looks to me that you have never read the Bible. Israel is the land God promised to Abraham and He himself called it the Holy Land.
Apr 9, 2019 10:25:08 #
Ok, back to photography....your first two lenses will be perfect. I see no purpose for a long telephoto. I do see a. We’d for a fast prime for indoors. Also, you need to be concerned about how you carry your kit. In some cases, such as the Old City of Jerusalem, conditions are very tight. I carried a fanny pack facing front to protect from theft. At Masada, lighting will be harsh, have a polarizing filter with you. No tripod or monopod for me.
Apr 9, 2019 10:30:21 #
camerapapi wrote:
"The "Holy Land." Does that mean Israel or does it mean the West Bank and Gaza?" Looks to me that you have never read the Bible. Israel is the land God promised to Abraham and He himself called it the Holy Land.
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Apr 9, 2019 10:40:33 #
I would say the first two. When I was there a year ago, I only used a 16-35 f4 (Canon) which has IS and is imo a remarkable lens. Many of the streets in the older places I visited (including Jerusalem) were small and inside buildings, I used it wider than 24 (though most shots were in the 35mm range). There were a few places where we stopped on higher ground that I wished I had had a 70-200. I don't think you really need the 100-400. It is one of the most amazing places I visited. Enjoy your trip!
Apr 9, 2019 11:16:05 #
The first two would do . With IS and the ability to boost the iso there should not be a problem.
Apr 9, 2019 11:29:07 #
mizzee
Loc: Boston,Ma
Take the 24-105 and have fun. If you had a 35 or 50 1.8, I’d take that too. Otherwise just the 24-105. Less is more when traveling, IMHO
Apr 9, 2019 11:43:55 #
berchman
Loc: South Central PA
camerapapi wrote:
"The "Holy Land." Does that mean Israel or does it mean the West Bank and Gaza?" Looks to me that you have never read the Bible. Israel is the land God promised to Abraham and He himself called it the Holy Land.
Abraham never called it the Holy Land. In the Hebrew bible it is called הארץ המובטחת which translates to The Promised Land. So maybe it is you who needs some additional biblical scholarship?
Apr 9, 2019 12:08:36 #
I've been to Israel 46 times so far, beginning June 1967. Also, Jordan and Egypt. I think you need a wider lens. Lots of amazing but tight alleys and desert 'moonscapes'. You will need a fast wide angle for the Holy places as well.
Apr 9, 2019 12:18:00 #
I've been to Israel 46 times beginning June 1967. Jordan and Egypt too. You need a wider fast lens. There are some amazing but tight alleys and desert 'moonscapes'. A wider lens will also be useful for many of the Holy places as well.
Apr 9, 2019 13:25:49 #
I'm originally from Israel and I've gone back many times including last month. I've taken a Canon 5D 3 with 17-40 f4 (you'll need it in Jerusalem), 24-105 f4 and 70-200 f4 with 1.4TC. I've used all 3 lenses but your use will vary depending on where you go, whether you're in a guided group or by yourself, etc. A 50 f1.8 is a nice addition for just walking around and it's inexpensive.
As an aside, I've taken an Olympus system the last few times in order to reduce the weight - EM-1 Mk2, 7-14 f2.8 PRO, 12-100 f4 PRO and a 75-300. I also have a 40-150 f2.8 PRO w/1.4 TC which I left behind.
As an aside, I've taken an Olympus system the last few times in order to reduce the weight - EM-1 Mk2, 7-14 f2.8 PRO, 12-100 f4 PRO and a 75-300. I also have a 40-150 f2.8 PRO w/1.4 TC which I left behind.
Apr 9, 2019 13:30:53 #
Apr 9, 2019 14:58:58 #
worldcycle
Loc: Stateline, Nevada
Yes, I have been there. There is more to the Holy Land than Israel. Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria and Cypress to name a few more. I loved them all more so the people that the sites. Lovely cultures.
That being said. Go with the 24-105 and the 70-200. I have numerous lenses and when I travel that is my kit of choice. Overlapping focal length. Wide enough and long enough for almost any situation you may encounter. Do not worry about fast enough. The 5Diii has a high enough range of ISO's to cover almost anything. When I am worried about "not enough light" and no tripods allowed. I brace/rest/cushion the camera on my jacket placed over a solid object. Then I use a cable release to minimize camera shake when taking the photo. This simple system has worked for me for years. Key is to be patient. Hang out, enjoy the surroundings while waiting for the moment when there is a break in the crowds to give you the shot you want.
That being said. Go with the 24-105 and the 70-200. I have numerous lenses and when I travel that is my kit of choice. Overlapping focal length. Wide enough and long enough for almost any situation you may encounter. Do not worry about fast enough. The 5Diii has a high enough range of ISO's to cover almost anything. When I am worried about "not enough light" and no tripods allowed. I brace/rest/cushion the camera on my jacket placed over a solid object. Then I use a cable release to minimize camera shake when taking the photo. This simple system has worked for me for years. Key is to be patient. Hang out, enjoy the surroundings while waiting for the moment when there is a break in the crowds to give you the shot you want.
Apr 9, 2019 15:03:33 #
sirlensalot
Loc: Arizona
Ditto on the monopod. Thinking the 24-105 will be the most used lens. I like wide and full frame for this trip. Have not been there but worked with a friend who photographs and has been there twice. Cant remember if he was using the 35-80 or the 28-80 (Nikon) for the majority of shots, but he was using it on a D7000. Enjoy.
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