Disneyworld - What Lenses to Take
Jan 30, 2015 07:15:10 #
Next summer I will be traveling to Orlando with my family, including a 5 year old granddaughter. While I know I have to be a photographer in moderation in order to enjoy my family, I am trying to make sure that I have all the necessary lenses to take into account most opportunities.
I have a Nikon D7000.
What lenses would previous visitors recommend for all of the different opportunities?
Are there any helpful hints besides lens choices that anyone can recommend?
Thanks.
I have a Nikon D7000.
What lenses would previous visitors recommend for all of the different opportunities?
Are there any helpful hints besides lens choices that anyone can recommend?
Thanks.
Jan 30, 2015 07:29:12 #
My husband and I took our 8 grandkids to Disney last summer. I took a point and shoot and left my DSLR at home. My best advice would be to take a light camera and sign up for the Memory Keepers pkg. You can have photographers stationed all around the park take your group's photos anywhere you want to and they are downloadable when you get home. Enjoy...what a fun place!
Jan 30, 2015 07:30:31 #
LindaChaplin wrote:
My husband and I took our 8 grandkids to Disney last summer. I took a point and shoot and left my DSLR at home. My best advice would be to take a light camera and sign up for the Memory Keepers pkg. You can have photographers stationed all around the park take your group's photos anywhere you want to and they are downloadable when you get home. Enjoy...what a fun place!
Absolute great advise
Jan 30, 2015 07:42:57 #
Paul, I concur with Linda's advice. Lot's of crowds and you will get tired quickly carrying camera and lens. Point and shoot is best advice and drop in pocket when not using. The Memory Keeper package is a winner. If you must take the D7000, I would opt for the 50 f1.8 or 85 f1.8. I remember the first time we took the kids. I used a Rollei A26 and got great pics. Have fun!
Jan 30, 2015 11:47:15 #
We go to Disney World often and trust the PP's about leaving the DSLR either at home or in your hotel room. I just take my SX50 with me now. The DSLR and lenses are just to much weight and trouble to keep changing lenses. Crowds are another issue. You don't want to be trying to change lenses and get bumped into by the crowds of people. Also by time you switch lenses whatever you wanted to take shot of has probably moved on or has too many people around it to get a clear shot. The other issue is what to do with it while riding the rides. Most will not allow bags to be on your lap. It has to fit under your seat or in the small net bag area by your feet or back of the seat in front of you..
Have a great trip. Disney is a blast for all ages.
zuzanne
Have a great trip. Disney is a blast for all ages.
zuzanne
Jan 30, 2015 11:51:21 #
I would take a smallish point and shoot. You are going to be recording memories for personal use, not photographic masterpieces. If you must take the D7000 I recommend the 16-85 zoom - quite small and very versatile - no need to change lenses.
Jan 30, 2015 18:30:07 #
There is something to be said about all previous suggestions so only you can decide.
As for me, I didn't spend a thousand dollars on a camera body to leave it at home. My wife has a P & S for that stuff.
As for me, I didn't spend a thousand dollars on a camera body to leave it at home. My wife has a P & S for that stuff.
Jan 30, 2015 18:33:23 #
Mike D. wrote:
There is something to be said about all previous suggestions so only you can decide.
As for me, I didn't spend a thousand dollars on a camera body to leave it at home. My wife has a P & S for that stuff.
As for me, I didn't spend a thousand dollars on a camera body to leave it at home. My wife has a P & S for that stuff.
There are times just to enjoy yourself. If we ever go to Europe, I think I'll take a bridge camera.
Jan 30, 2015 18:45:56 #
Paul D wrote:
Next summer I will be traveling to Orlando with my... (show quote)
Take your gear and you miss the park. See it before you shoot it. The entirety of the place will be worth seeing once. You will not be able to see the joy in the 5 year old if you are looking through a viewfinder. Wait until you go BACK on a re-visit to shoot it. Have fun.
Jan 30, 2015 18:47:38 #
LindaChaplin wrote:
My husband and I took our 8 grandkids to Disney last summer. I took a point and shoot and left my DSLR at home. My best advice would be to take a light camera and sign up for the Memory Keepers pkg. You can have photographers stationed all around the park take your group's photos anywhere you want to and they are downloadable when you get home. Enjoy...what a fun place!
Absolutely! It will be hot, crowded, long lines and many bathroom trips. But you will have a wonderful time! Disney in Orlando is a favorite place for our family. Also, if you plan to go on rides with the grandchildren, think about what you will do with your camera and case.
Also, in the summer there is usually afternoon rain showers.
A good P&S will be all you need.
Jan 30, 2015 19:34:49 #
If this is your first trip then you may want to snap some with whatever will fit in your pocket.
I have a different perspective. Our biological children grew up going to Disneyland and then Disney World when they were older. We have probably given enough money to Disney in the last 25 years to keep Walt's cryogenic crypt running for a month of Sundays so the last time was to attend the Food and Wine Festival. We ate, we drank and I took a lot of pictures and at the end of the day (week) there were still only a handful of pics that were worth posting here.
As far as rides go, not one person said anything about my my camera bag which rarely left my shoulder.
You can always leave the hardware in your room. Especially if you are staying on Disney propery and just take it out when you want a certain shot that the p&s can't get. WDW is a very photogenic place. Ultimately it boils down to what you want to carry.
I have a different perspective. Our biological children grew up going to Disneyland and then Disney World when they were older. We have probably given enough money to Disney in the last 25 years to keep Walt's cryogenic crypt running for a month of Sundays so the last time was to attend the Food and Wine Festival. We ate, we drank and I took a lot of pictures and at the end of the day (week) there were still only a handful of pics that were worth posting here.
As far as rides go, not one person said anything about my my camera bag which rarely left my shoulder.
You can always leave the hardware in your room. Especially if you are staying on Disney propery and just take it out when you want a certain shot that the p&s can't get. WDW is a very photogenic place. Ultimately it boils down to what you want to carry.
Jan 30, 2015 19:48:09 #
Paul D wrote:
Next summer I will be traveling to Orlando with my... (show quote)
If you like the rides don't take any!
Jan 30, 2015 19:58:05 #
Hey, I like the idea of letting them take the pics for you. After you get the family picture with Snow White and Mickey, what else do you need?
Jan 30, 2015 20:29:52 #
The Photopass + is a real good option. We were given that package for doing one of their surveys at the front gate a few years ago.
Another decision to make Paul. I believe it's up to $149.00 these days but you will have access to any pics that Disney Photogs take as well as any ride photos you may want.
Just as an FYI, the cameras that the Disney folks carry will look very familiar. They are trading in their D90's for D7100's. :)
Another decision to make Paul. I believe it's up to $149.00 these days but you will have access to any pics that Disney Photogs take as well as any ride photos you may want.
Just as an FYI, the cameras that the Disney folks carry will look very familiar. They are trading in their D90's for D7100's. :)
Jan 30, 2015 21:30:24 #
I've been to Disneyworld twice when our children were youngsters. Today I would bring my d5200 with my Sigma 18-200 Macro for the outdoor shots and my Sigma 17-50 f/2.8 OS HSM for the indoor shots. I'd also bring my Nikon P7800 for the times I don't want to bring the DSLR.
For me photography is a big part of the enjoyment of a vacation. This gear allows me to enjoy the photography aspect of the trip without carrying a lot of gear or stopping to do a lot of lens changing.
For me photography is a big part of the enjoyment of a vacation. This gear allows me to enjoy the photography aspect of the trip without carrying a lot of gear or stopping to do a lot of lens changing.
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