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Jul 9, 2015 10:56:40   #
billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
 
I went to Italy last year for a month. Took two point and shoot pocket Sony's. Best decision I ever made. Equipment did not get in the way and had a wonderful time. Pocket cameras never got heavy, never got in the way and were always attached to my belt via small tote cases that I could release like I was a gun slinger out west. Remember, travel light, travel smart and enjoy your trip. A trip to Italy is not about your camera equipment, it is about enjoying yourself and having equipment that will not interfere with the fun.

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Jul 9, 2015 11:01:09   #
garyinil
 
jcboy3 wrote:
This is the third time you've asked this question. You have 4 posts, and the first was an introduction asking to be accepted here.

I hope not. You are a pest.

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Jul 9, 2015 11:14:53   #
waapl01
 
bgberlin wrote:
What does 1.4, 1.2 translate to mm. Thanks

1.4/1.2 translates to being able to capture shots in darker situations.

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Jul 9, 2015 11:34:46   #
sueyeisert Loc: New Jersey
 
Take the fast lens 17-40 1.4mm
garyinil wrote:
Traveling too Italy this fall.

I have Cannon 6D / 24-105 lens
Also have 17-40 1.4 L Zoom.

Dudes here suggest I take 35 mm fixed.

What to do?

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Jul 9, 2015 11:58:46   #
cjc2 Loc: Hellertown PA
 
jim quist wrote:
take them all


:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

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Jul 9, 2015 12:13:46   #
dsmeltz Loc: Philadelphia
 
garyinil wrote:
Traveling too Italy this fall.

I have Cannon 6D / 24-105 lens
Also have 17-40 1.4 L Zoom.

Dudes here suggest I take 35 mm fixed.

What to do?


Of the three I think the 35mm is the least useful. The 17-40 will be very useful for builidings and interiors. The 24-105 will be nice when you want a bit more reach.

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Jul 9, 2015 12:24:55   #
BobbyT Loc: Southern California
 
tsilva wrote:
Since you don't want to listen to our answers, take whatever you want to.


HUH?????

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Jul 9, 2015 12:28:16   #
boberic Loc: Quiet Corner, Connecticut. Ex long Islander
 
garyinil wrote:
Traveling too Italy this fall.

I have Cannon 6D / 24-105 lens
Also have 17-40 1.4 L Zoom.

Dudes here suggest I take 35 mm fixed.

What to do?


Don't see the need as you have that length covered with the 17-40. Have a great trip. Post some pics.

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Jul 9, 2015 12:36:03   #
garyinil
 
Which answers?

They say this site is a forum and intends to be helpful.

Instead . . . everybody has a different opinion, so I decided to spreadsheet the various conflicting answers and average the result.

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Jul 9, 2015 13:06:40   #
cambriaman Loc: Central CA Coast
 
Ancient history here. I travelled to Italy monthly for 3 years in the late 60's. Shot with an Exakta VXIIa and had a 20mm f.3.5 wide angle, a 58mm,, f,1.8 "normal" and a 135mm f.3.5 telephoto. Used Extachrome ISO64. Got great shots of everything. Rarely used a strobe but a tripod was useful at times but maybe not worth the trouble packing it with today's technology.. Old info, I know , but Italy has been there awhile and doesn't change much. Have a great trip.

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Jul 9, 2015 13:07:36   #
wdross Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado
 
garyinil wrote:
Traveling too Italy this fall.

I have Cannon 6D / 24-105 lens
Also have 17-40 1.4 L Zoom.

Dudes here suggest I take 35 mm fixed.

What to do?


I agree with take them all. I would keep the 24-105 on camera and either the 35 or 17-40 on a second body. The order of leaving thing behind at home would be the 35 and then the 17-40. Hopefully, weight and size wise, you will be able to take then all.

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Jul 9, 2015 13:59:42   #
dsmeltz Loc: Philadelphia
 
garyinil wrote:
Which answers?

They say this site is a forum and intends to be helpful.

Instead . . . everybody has a different opinion, so I decided to spreadsheet the various conflicting answers and average the result.


The use of averages is often a search for the mediocre

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Jul 9, 2015 14:03:42   #
garyinil
 
Well . . . have no choice since this is mostly an opinion forum and most folks here each have a different one.

If you don't like the fact I ask questions . . . just ignore me and leave room for other more understanding and courteous dudes

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Jul 9, 2015 14:14:41   #
CraigFair Loc: Santa Maria, CA.
 
jcboy3 wrote:
This is the third time you've asked this question. You have 4 posts, and the first was an introduction asking to be accepted here.

I hope not. You are a pest.

You are a Jerk, let him ask all the questions he wants to.
If you don't like it Go Somewhere Else!!!
Craig

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Jul 9, 2015 14:17:21   #
garyinil
 
CraigFair wrote:
You are a Jerk, let him ask all the questions he wants to.
If you don't like it Go Somewhere Else!!!
Craig

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