North Conway, NH - Cog Railroad Up Mt. Washington - Best Lenses
Sep 17, 2018 10:36:54 #
johncaccese
Loc: Pittsfield, MA
I'm in lovely North Conway, NH and will be going on the Cog Railroad up Mt. Washington. Any ideas for lenses? I have a Nikon D7000 with the Nikkor 18-105mm, a Sigma 10-20mm, Nikkor 35mm and Nikkor 55-300.
Sep 17, 2018 10:45:30 #
Great trip, we bought a small lunch at station was very picturess, bring the 10-20 ,and a telephoto I used the 70-300 for my D5600 nikon, have a great trip.
Sep 17, 2018 10:46:43 #
If that was my arsenal and I wanted to travel light, I'd take the 18-105.
(I use an 18-200 95+% of the time (APS-C format).)
(I use an 18-200 95+% of the time (APS-C format).)
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Sep 17, 2018 11:27:18 #
johncaccese wrote:
I'm in lovely North Conway, NH and will be going on the Cog Railroad up Mt. Washington. Any ideas for lenses? I have a Nikon D7000 with the Nikkor 18-105mm, a Sigma 10-20mm, Nikkor 35mm and Nikkor 55-300.
Plan on the train being crowded. In a situation like that, I would want something small. On the train ride, you'll want to shoot with a wide angle, and 55 mm might not be wide enough. I didn't see the need for a tele when I was there, although I did take a lot of pictures on the summit and before we started moving at each end. Expect wind!
As you ride up, keep thinking about how old this system is, how steep an angle you're riding at, and how much weight those little cogs have to hold. Enjoy the ride!
Sep 17, 2018 12:45:59 #
I live in NH and love Mt. Washington, however only been on the Cog once. I have been up to the summit with a motorcycle, SUV , sports car and the official Mt Washington van. If I were you I would only bring the 18 - 105. But you could shoot a couple of shots at the base camp with the 55-300 then leave that one in the car. I took a go-pro on a selfie stick and got some terrific video out the window. You never know what to expect when you get to the summit. so bring warm clothing especially this time of the year. Snow is not out of the question and sub freezing temps are also a possibility, no matter what the weather is at the base. Be prepared. BTW a mono pod is an excellent tool to have on the summit.
Good luck and enjoy your trip you will find it exceptional...
Bob
Good luck and enjoy your trip you will find it exceptional...
Bob
Sep 17, 2018 16:00:11 #
Having ridden the cog railway to Mt. Washington many years ago, and the Pike's Peak one and several in Switzerland, i suspect they are the ultimate tests for Image Stabilization. I wouldn't eliminate the longer focal length. At the summit, where you will likely experience high winds and freezing (if not quite 32 degrees) temperatures, the view is so vast and truly 360 degree. The first instinct is to go wide, but you have the opportunity to isolate the scenic views to the extent that they make some sense.
At the 6000 ft. elevation, if I'm remembering correctly, the light is pretty bright and you can experience glare, especially from teh granite. Brig your sunglasses and the equivalent for your lenses, polarizers.
It is a memorable trip. I went as an early teen 60 years ago with my 40mm Scale focusing Kodak Pony. I remember it well and I must have the Kodachromes around here somewhere!
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At the 6000 ft. elevation, if I'm remembering correctly, the light is pretty bright and you can experience glare, especially from teh granite. Brig your sunglasses and the equivalent for your lenses, polarizers.
It is a memorable trip. I went as an early teen 60 years ago with my 40mm Scale focusing Kodak Pony. I remember it well and I must have the Kodachromes around here somewhere!
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Sep 17, 2018 16:01:18 #
You have received good advice about the lens.
Be prepared to take some passenger shots when you get to the steepest part. Crazy looking images!
Do you have the choice between steam or diesel powered locomotive?
Pat
Be prepared to take some passenger shots when you get to the steepest part. Crazy looking images!
Do you have the choice between steam or diesel powered locomotive?
Pat
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Sep 18, 2018 08:03:11 #
Sep 18, 2018 08:37:11 #
mizzee
Loc: Boston,Ma
The 18-105 is what to take. Less bulk and super for the landscapes you’ll want to capture!
Sep 18, 2018 09:14:38 #
Sep 18, 2018 12:07:41 #
johncaccese wrote:
I'm in lovely North Conway, NH and will be going on the Cog Railroad up Mt. Washington. .
You received lots of lens advice, may I offer this: bring a warm coat and warm hat, it's cold at the top.
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Sep 18, 2018 19:18:00 #
Cold and foggy was my experience but wonderful nonetheless
Have a great time
Have a great time
Sep 18, 2018 19:20:15 #
Sep 18, 2018 20:25:12 #
Aloha,
It makes for some good writing stories ideas. I love trains no matter what. Mahalo for sharing!
It makes for some good writing stories ideas. I love trains no matter what. Mahalo for sharing!
Sep 18, 2018 23:08:10 #
photoman
Loc: Budd Lake, NJ
I grew up in NH and now I live in Jersey........YUCK !!!!!! You are in the most beautiful area of NH. I use to ski Tuckerman's Ravine and that was a thrill and a half. Enjoy your trip, take tons of photos. Too bad the Old Man of the Mountain broke up and fell down, that was a sight in itself !!!! Enjoy the cold weather !!!
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