Auerbach Loc: Chappaqua, New York

They’ll have to go through my security guard first - thank you one and all for your insightful comments.

bwana Loc: Bergen, Alberta, Canada

Stick with the RX10 IV. I've used it and the RX10 III (now as backup) on several trips and it has worked great! 24-600mm covers 99.9% of what you'll be shooting and don't forget about shooting shots for panorama processing if 24mm isn't wide enough.

bwa

markngolf Loc: Bridgewater, NJ

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Photoboy Loc: Maryland Eastern Shore

Having lived and worked in Jordan over a number years, I covered just about every square inch in all conditions, including snow (yes snow, and not on mountain peaks). What you will want, if capturing all the beauty and history is your goal, is the highest quality and widest selection of lenses that you have and can carry. I did not, and years later, I still regret my decision.

aubreybogle Loc: Albuquerque, NM

Having been to Jordan and Egypt on numerous occasions, both for business and pleasure, I agree with this commentator's approach. Take all the equipment you can reasonably carry on the trip, and plan each day's shooting carring only what you are anticipating using that day. The photographic opportunities are endless, and will stretch your photographic skills and equipment's capabilities unless you are only interested in snapshots. If you have more than a brief couple of days in Amman, strongly recommend you consider a day trip to the vast Roman ruins at Jerash. They are an easy 40-50 mi drive outside Amman and compare favorably with the better known ruins at Pompeii and in Turkey. We are returning to the region in April/May this year.

Take reasonably prudent measures to protect your equipment and your person, as you would in NYC, SFO, or any other major world tourist location, but threats to person or property should not be exaggerated. Common sense applies here. Most importantly, have a wonderful trip.

planepics Loc: St. Louis burbs, but originally Chicago burbs

I went to Israel a couple years ago for 15 days, but didn't go to Jordan (pre-trip extra cost and time I couldn't afford). Egypt is on my bucket list. I was thinking about taking my Sony a77 and a couple lenses but decided to buy a used Panasonic FZ-200 for the convenience, weight and size (luggage restrictions). For the most part, the 25-600 f/2.8 were great to have but there were several shots I could have done a lot better with using a DSLR due to the limited f-stops available with the smaller camera (maxed at f/8) and a bigger sensor. Also mentioned were safety concerns using a big rig. If I had it to do over again I'd probably take my Sony or rent something. Just my opinion.