Which lens to I take on holiday?
Aug 12, 2021 08:59:02 #
Aug 12, 2021 09:27:52 #
jbk224
Loc: Long Island, NY
One lens..I vote for the 24-105.
But...always a but..since you are a property photographer you know the value of the 16-35 specifically for architecture. While the 24 will work..you will more likely need to back up to get what you want--if it is possible. But for indoors; I could not be without my wider lens. And, as said later in this thread; you can adjust your ISO to handle the difference between the 50mm and your 24-105.
My view is that the 50mm will be too narrow for most interiors.
I would take the 16-35 along and just bring it when you know you are going to be inside..or at an outdoor area that may require the wider lens. i.e. Monet's Garden in Giverny; street scenes in Paris, ++++.
Keep the lens safe in your hotel...and if you never need it..ok. But I think you will find much more use for it than has been suggested here so far.
But...always a but..since you are a property photographer you know the value of the 16-35 specifically for architecture. While the 24 will work..you will more likely need to back up to get what you want--if it is possible. But for indoors; I could not be without my wider lens. And, as said later in this thread; you can adjust your ISO to handle the difference between the 50mm and your 24-105.
My view is that the 50mm will be too narrow for most interiors.
I would take the 16-35 along and just bring it when you know you are going to be inside..or at an outdoor area that may require the wider lens. i.e. Monet's Garden in Giverny; street scenes in Paris, ++++.
Keep the lens safe in your hotel...and if you never need it..ok. But I think you will find much more use for it than has been suggested here so far.
Aug 12, 2021 10:33:36 #
This inquiry is asked very often, and it is so general nobody can give a perfect specific answer ... but I have two guidelines that could help a lot. 1) Go wide be because you have a better chance of getting everything you want in the shot and can crop in post (but stitching is also an option). 2) Go with the widest range zoom covering some wide angle to some zoom because it would be the most appropriate for the most shots. Beyond that, I don't think anybody, including myself, can answer what's best for you yourself.
Aug 12, 2021 11:06:12 #
zug55
Loc: Naivasha, Kenya, and Austin, Texas
RolandDieter wrote:
This inquiry is asked very often, and it is so gen... (show quote)
I agree that the ideal focal length ultimately is a question of personal preference. I would take your pieces of advice with a grain of salt though. Going wide has limitations. If you go wider than 24mm you run the risk of distortion, which is not ideal for family pictures. Also there is a limit to how much you can crop without noticeably losing image quality. So my advice would be to take a lens that best meets the need for any given situation.
Aug 12, 2021 11:12:36 #
24-105 . The shooting environment will be varied enough that you will want the flexibility of the lens.
Aug 12, 2021 11:48:02 #
Personally in this situation I would take my 16-28 f2.8 and 24-105 f4 with my 6D2. That would cover interior exterior family and landscapes and not be too bulky. For really lightweight I’d prefer to take my M5 but don’t have a low light wide angle for it yet.
Aug 12, 2021 11:59:37 #
twosummers wrote:
Hello my friends, br br I am leaving for a 2 week... (show quote)
The resident lens is your 16-35 so I vote for that one because you like it and it likes you. In other words you know it well.
However you have diverse subjects and no matter which one you take, if you take only one, it’s going to be less that optimal for one of your subjects.
I wound recommend taking two lenses, the 16-35 and the 24-105.
Aug 12, 2021 13:54:56 #
Mr Bill 2011
Loc: southern Indiana
twosummers wrote:
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I would definitely take the 24-105, and consider taking the 50mm along in your pocket. But preferable to the 50, I'd consider taking along a small point & shoot camera for the times the larger camera is just too much of a hassle to carry.
Aug 12, 2021 14:07:02 #
mundy-F2
Loc: Chicago suburban area
twosummers wrote:
Hello my friends, br br I am leaving for a 2 week... (show quote)
50 mm f/1.8 for low light images. You can put it in your pocket.
Mundy
Aug 12, 2021 16:16:50 #
>If I was to take just one lens along with me, which should it be? Subjects will be family, scenery and architecture.
This may come as a surprise to you but there was a time when there were no zoom lens. Evey shot was taken with a normal lens and feet (as in walking). If you're so worried about space and/or weight, put the d^mn 50 on the camera and start taking pictures. Just my opinion. I've gone all over the world with a 50 and never missed a shot. Harry PS I learned that from my friend pro Charlie Harbutt. His wife and mine were best friends from college and thus we sometimes traveled together. He shot a Leica with a normal lens.
This may come as a surprise to you but there was a time when there were no zoom lens. Evey shot was taken with a normal lens and feet (as in walking). If you're so worried about space and/or weight, put the d^mn 50 on the camera and start taking pictures. Just my opinion. I've gone all over the world with a 50 and never missed a shot. Harry PS I learned that from my friend pro Charlie Harbutt. His wife and mine were best friends from college and thus we sometimes traveled together. He shot a Leica with a normal lens.
Aug 12, 2021 17:35:17 #
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Aug 13, 2021 00:09:56 #
Aug 13, 2021 08:54:49 #
24-105 obviously gives you most flexibility. But I sometimes want to be more inconspicuous with both the family and street subjects and the 16-35 would be a better choice. Higher ISO doesn’t bother me.
Aug 13, 2021 09:00:45 #
Ditto:
photoman022 wrote:
Only one lens? I'd take the 24-105; I think it would give you a better range of shooting options.
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