Galapagos lenses, etc.
Nov 5, 2021 09:49:38 #
FSATIN
Loc: Westchester, NY
I would not bring the very heavy lens. If you plan to shoot BIF then I would bring the 100-300. Also if you plan to snorkel I would bring a waterproof camera - the pictures will be amazing. Don't overload yourself because the boats have limited capacity for weight. Good luck.
Nov 5, 2021 09:54:45 #
classic320 wrote:
I'm reading replies with interest as I too am head... (show quote)
The 18-50 on an APS-C is the 'traditional' full-frame 24-70 zoom-ish. For light travel to so many places, this is the only lens you need. I'd add the 100-300 zoom only for Galapagos. Leave it in the luggage for the rest of the trip and have a great time.
Nov 26, 2021 18:36:36 #
Take both bodies, put the 24-105 on one and the Sigma 150-600on the other. Even though the animals will not fear you, you are very restricted to the paths and the extra reach comes in handy. I made the mistake of taking a 100-400 as my longest lens and at times would have loved to have my 150-600.
It is truly a wondrous place, enjoy and post the results.
It is truly a wondrous place, enjoy and post the results.
Nov 27, 2021 09:14:14 #
Take 2 lenses that you can keep mounted that give you the widest angle to the tightest zoom. Then you won’t need to be changing lenses and miss the money shot.
As for tripod, I’d take a good monopod. Maybe one that has legs you can pull out at the bottom.
As for tripod, I’d take a good monopod. Maybe one that has legs you can pull out at the bottom.
Feb 14, 2022 16:50:27 #
Adding to this (a bit) old thread, since I just returned from the Galapagos today.
I was touring the Galapagos on a Catamaran; all excursions entailed a zodiac ride. Very few real photographers in the group.
I brought a Nikon Z-5 with a 24-200 mm lens and a Sigma 100-400 lens, and an inexpensive underwater camera.
I mainly used the 24-200 (as it gave me the most versatility) -- much of the time we were close enough to animals so I didn't have to use the maximum length of the lense., The Sigma was good to have for BIF. The underwater .. well essential, if you're going to snorkel.
I didn't use the Tripod at all.
Finally -- get a dry-bag. The Zodiacs can get wet. I found that a 10 quart bag was more than enough for my camera with the Sigma lens.
I was touring the Galapagos on a Catamaran; all excursions entailed a zodiac ride. Very few real photographers in the group.
I brought a Nikon Z-5 with a 24-200 mm lens and a Sigma 100-400 lens, and an inexpensive underwater camera.
I mainly used the 24-200 (as it gave me the most versatility) -- much of the time we were close enough to animals so I didn't have to use the maximum length of the lense., The Sigma was good to have for BIF. The underwater .. well essential, if you're going to snorkel.
I didn't use the Tripod at all.
Finally -- get a dry-bag. The Zodiacs can get wet. I found that a 10 quart bag was more than enough for my camera with the Sigma lens.
Feb 14, 2022 17:24:23 #
KenProspero wrote:
Adding to this (a bit) old thread, since I just re... (show quote)
Thanks for the follow up. Post some pics when younger a chance!
Feb 14, 2022 17:29:38 #
Hip Coyote wrote:
Thanks for the follow up. Post some pics when younger a chance!
You can be certain I will!!!
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