P.Beau Loc: EG.RI

In a couple of weeks I will be traveling to and hiking in Patagonia w/a group. I have an older Lumix G7 and just bought a 4/3 Lumix w/interchangable lenses. I wanted a smaller lighter unit for hiking reasons. I did get a fixed 20mm 1.8 lens but othewise have kit lenses 14-42 and 45-150mm.
Can anyone give me ideas on shooting in Patagonia, and the new Lumix is smaller so I am having issues holding it steady. thoughts or adaptions to help out, would be appreciated. Thanks, paul

Guyserman Loc: Benton, AR

I use this handle that screws into the tripod socket.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1382712-REG/shoulderpod_sd_h1wd01eu0001_h1_handle.html

timcc Loc: Virginia

Hi Paul, I think you have the right selection for lenses. You'll want the 20mm for low-light landscapes (I hope your trip includes the Torres del Paine National Park), and the 45-150mm (at 2x equivalent) should be enough to capture the more distant wildlife shots (such as the elusive pumas). A longer telephoto might be useful on a few occasions, but probably not worth the additional weight.

If the Lumix is not weather-sealed, I would bring a rain sleeve. Patagonia weather can be chilly, wet and gray. But it is beautiful country with lots of photo opportunities. I went on a Patagonia cruise last fall, and it was fantastic (some photos are on my Shutterfly page). Have a great time!

P.Beau Loc: EG.RI

Great ideas thanks so much and yes I do have a rain sleeve, seems big for rhe 4/3 lumix but still do the trick. Would it be worth the effort/weight to bring a small tripod? gorilla type?

timcc Loc: Virginia

I didn't bring a tripod and never really needed it. If you are having trouble holding the Lumix steady and cannot increase the shutter speed enough to compensate, then you might benefit from a tripod. Otherwise I'd avoid carrying one. Usually if you have something substantial on which to put a small tripod, it may be enough just to lean against it for additional stability.

Will you be carrying a small hard drive for backing up your shots each day? If you get some sunshine (we were lucky to have pretty good weather), you'll want to carry a polarizing filter as well.