Travel with Photo Equipment
May 5, 2018 11:22:48 #
HamBar06 wrote:
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premium for clothing space???? It's Costa Rica..... May you be packing too much for clothing?
May 5, 2018 11:40:08 #
For traveling, consider the Manfrotte Befree carbon tripod and head. Be sure to click on the photos to see how small it folds down. Not a bad price, either. The non-carbon model is even less.
https://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-BeFree-Carbon-Tripod-Diffuser/dp/B01FIKXMRE/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1525534590&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=manfrotto+befree+tripod+carbon+fiber&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-BeFree-Carbon-Tripod-Diffuser/dp/B01FIKXMRE/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1525534590&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=manfrotto+befree+tripod+carbon+fiber&psc=1
May 5, 2018 11:54:43 #
I mentioned my friend who travels the world. One of the places he visited was Costa Rica. I just checked with him and on this trip in addition to his two Canon dx cameras he took his Sigma 50-500, 35-130, and 10-24 wide angle lens, plus a small flash. He did not take a micro due to weight limitations. If I'm not mistaken, his tripod went in his carry on luggage, which is one reason he didn't take much clothing, and laundered as necessary.
May 5, 2018 12:00:29 #
47greyfox wrote:
I had a Manfrotto BeFree with me, packed in my check-in luggage on a photography workshop trip to Costa Rica this February. Also brought a monopod, I was there for a week. Used the monopod once and the tripod never came out of the suitcase.
Should have mentioned one other thing about tripod usage on the workshop I attended. There were 10 of us plus the guide and wife. Six brought tripods, four including me brought monopods or both. The only person who used a tripod was the guide. Three people used their monopods but not every day. Other than a couple 600mm lens, most were shooting with some variation of a zoom in the max 300mm or 400mm range.
May 5, 2018 12:11:19 #
berchman wrote:
Your only problem in Costa Rica will be humidity.
The presence and abundance of humidity in CR, like a lot of places, is dependent on time of year and location. I've been twice (Jan and Feb) and was pleasantly surprised. This will give you a better idea of what to expect.
https://www.currentresults.com/Weather/Costa-Rica/humidity-annual-average.php
May 5, 2018 12:56:27 #
I have a carbon fiber tripod that collapses short enough to fit in my carryon backpack. It's useful enough to make the effort but if pressed I must confess that I use it so little that it would be the first thing to leave home in a pinch. There are always posts, columns, walls et al that you can use for steadying a handheld camera for all but the most lengthy time exposures. I think the comment already made about "...travel light, travel right..." applies.
May 5, 2018 13:10:48 #
I take two bodies and two zoom lenses, one short & one long; gimbal head and accessories in a LowePro 400 Backpack that is then put inside a roller 20” suitcase. My tripod legs go into my checked suitcase. Most recent trip to Guatemala, the airline lost our baggage. Had a great trip anyway as I had all the essential gear. But I had to shoot hand held, good practice. I did miss my tripod. Could not focus stack or shoot with remote shutter.
May 5, 2018 13:17:34 #
I agree this is a personal decision. I took a moon-illuminated photo on the Amalfi coast with a long exposure and I think a tripod is a must if you want to capture that kind of a shot. I also have our entire travel party standing on the edge of the grand canyon and again - tripod was handy. So there is no "right" answer, but it is a minor pain to be carrying the extra gear. I'll think about the monopod suggestion which would solve some of the issues of traveling with extra bulk, but may not address my "5 second exposure" and "whole family poses" shots.
May 5, 2018 19:09:25 #
HamBar06 wrote:
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I use a backpack bag and keep everything important in it. Cameras, lenses, medicine, sunglasses, passport, etc. I put tripod, chargers, in my luggage,
I put the bag under the seat while flying, it never leaves my sight. I shoot out of the window to stay relaxed.
BAG-https://www.keh.com/shop/tenba-shootout-backpack-12x17x6-blk-olive-632-311-1.html?m=Grouped&prod_id=1165714&aid=1165714&rmatt=tsid:|cid:932438142|agid:52140075572|tid:pla-360061298614|crid:221885429215|nw:g|rnd:5450371063604071426|dvc:c|adp:1o1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwrLXXBRCXARIsAIttmROA6L536dtCzlLO6SsbfOxE6Ilsi2XzP-y7Mv8gznqZqBiuZn-fEYcaAjeNEALw_wcB
May 5, 2018 19:18:34 #
I’d keep the charger (at least one) in my carry on pack just so if the lose the luggage you won’t need to buy one to keep on shooting.
May 5, 2018 19:20:30 #
HamBar06 wrote:
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There are a number of compact tripods available that will fit in a rolling carry-on or similar size suitcase/bag. That's one solution.
Check the usual suspects: Amazon, ebay, B&H, Adorama. >Alan
May 5, 2018 19:38:44 #
Here's my backpack. Room on the side for a compact tripod or monopod besides the rear straps. During a recent workshop, I had a Canon 7d2, Canon 430EX flash, Sigma 150-600, Sigma 18-300, Canon 10-18, and a Canon SX60, and travel tripod with room to spare.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1056302-REG/manfrotto_mb_ma_bp_trv_advanced_travel_backpack.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1056302-REG/manfrotto_mb_ma_bp_trv_advanced_travel_backpack.html
May 5, 2018 20:33:29 #
HamBar06
Loc: Philadelphia, PA
Many thanks for all the great tips [ including leave tripod home!]. I don't think I will but you all have some great ideas to explore. I will check out the backpacks listed and if it seems that I can't get my existing tripod into my carry-on bag, I'll check into some of the suggested ones. I really appreciate all the responses.
Larry
Larry
May 5, 2018 22:09:26 #
DavidPine
Loc: Fredericksburg, TX
roxiemarty wrote:
I am a small woman; I also pack the tripod in my checked bag with clothes. I have a rolling pelican camera bag for my carry on. As long as I can still hoist it into the overhead bin, I will take all the gear I want. I empty out my medium size camera backpack, and also put that in my checked suitcase. I just roll up some of my clothes and fill every space. Has worked for me for several years now.
May 12, 2018 11:28:04 #
Berchman's advice is right on. I've been on three Costa Rica nature photo trips and have had little need for
a tripod, leaving it home after the first trip; however, if you are doing hummingbird or bat photography with
special flash/strobe lighting set-ups, you will need one. (Most tours don't offer these opportunities.)
a tripod, leaving it home after the first trip; however, if you are doing hummingbird or bat photography with
special flash/strobe lighting set-ups, you will need one. (Most tours don't offer these opportunities.)
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