Have watched the video and he makes a strong case for the use of digital teleconverters. I have been using DSLRs for many years and like you have always understood that photographs taken using the digital teleconverter function seldom resulted in a good photograph. I wonder, however, if his findings would be the same for all camera makes and models. Why not buy a teleconverter instead? Are the results the same for FF cameras as compared to DX. Seems to me there needs to be "a whole lot of testing going on" before we will really know whether "to DT or not to DT"

Have you made your train and/or bus reservations? My son is currently in Europe, and he says that the crowds are already starting to build. He recommends that you make your reservations now, don't wait much longer. The trains between cities frequently travel at high speeds, 130-140 mph. Not many, if any, opportunities to take pictures when on these trains. The excursion trains, of course, travel at much slower speeds. My nephew and his family just got back from a 10-day bus tour of Europe (if it's Tuesday then this must be ??). He said the focus of his bus was to get you from point A to point B. not on seeing scenic sights. As with the trains there are bus tours that do focus on sightseeing. I have used a rubber lens hood pressed against a train and bus window to take pictures. For me, the key to success was to use a high shutter speed in order to reduce camera shake caused by the bus or train. But it was usually a hit and miss experience because I had no control over the lighting and didn't always know when something interesting was coming into view. Have someone drive you around and practice taking pictures out the side window while travelling at different speeds. Camera lens against the window or hand holding. On a recent sightseeing trip to Texas I took several pictures out the side window of a truck. Used high shutter speeds, wide angle lens and held the camera close to the window but not touching it. Did not use a CL filter. Maybe a third were OK. The further away the subject was from the highway, the better the picture. Good luck, have a safe trip and let us know how it went.

Recommendation to go to the church and test available light and camera setting berfore thhe day of the wedding is an EXCELLENT one. Be sure to go at same time oof day as wedding. Then decide what you need or don't need.

That's what I call doing it the right way. Have often wondered how many people have purchased a camera over the internet and found it uncomfortable to use. It's surprising how much of a difference there is between camera brands. Even within brands.

I use PSE all the time. Adobe is constantly selling the latest version of PSE for $69.95. I upgrade every two or three years.

Will be going on the inside passage cruise in August. Have looked at several videos on YouTube that talk about what camera gear to take on the cruise. Your iphone might suffice for photographs on the ship, but not for the scenery you will be seeing. I will be taking a Canon FF and four lenses: 16mm, 50mm, 24-105mm, and 100-400mm. Will also be taking a monopod but many here on UHH think that I will not need one.

Scott Kelby has a great video on YouTube where he talks about using your iphone as a backup camera.

Has this been sold?

Have dealt with B&H on several occasions over the past 20 years. Not had any problems. Whether selling or trading they always paid the estimated amount.

I agree with Max, Elements is a good place to start. Can get on sale for a one time price of $69. Can chose the level to use for editing, Quick, Guided or Expert. Many times I have watched tutorials for Lightroom or Photoshop and applied them to Elements with great success.

Thank you all for responding to my question. It's a big ship. I think that I will take a monopod with me. I will have room in my suitcase and rather have it in case I need it than leave at home and wish I had it. I am 81 with sore back and shaking hands so who knows how that will turn out. The wife demanded a room with a balcony so am hoping I can take a lot of photos from there. I normally shoot ISO 200 but will try using different camera settings until I get it right. Am thinking about using a pillow with the monopod to help eliminate camera shake caused by the ship's engine. Again, thank you all for sharing your thoughts on this issue.