zzzynick Loc: Colorado

Everyone you own. Why did you buy them if you aren't going to use them.

EdU239 Loc: The Northeast

In my view the TG4 and the 18-55mm lens are essential and adding the 70-300 would be ideal. I think the weight you actually carry around is a crucial consideration. If possible, I would suggest spending time this summer on a few two- or three-hour photography outings with your camera and both lenses to see what you think of the weight and get some ideas about how you might use them. Alternatively, a single lens around 18-135 would probably be a good compromise, although once again I would think about the weight.

One other suggestion. I assume you’re flying to Greece, so you will be carrying all your camera gear as part of your carry-on luggage. I would do some practice packing so you know ahead of time how you will carry it. FWIW, I was recently on a crowded flight where passengers were required to check their larger carry-on bags (no charge) and only take on board what could fit under the seat. Fortunately I had packed with that possibility in mind, but there were a few unhappy people doing hasty repacking to make sure they kept their valuable or essential items with them.

Tomcat5133 Loc: Gladwyne PA

Always have a camera bag that can be carried easily and stowed anywhere. You do not want to let go of your camera.
And touring in Greece and the islands can be rough and fun. So the most portable kit is the one you will want.
I would at least 16mm wide like a Sony 16 to 70 Zeiss which I have. A faster lens (more expensive) would be a big
deal for me over mm. Unfortunately my 16 70 is F4. You might add a 70 200 and that would be it. I am talking
full frame lens here. If you go into a church or the streets of the Plaka in Athens you would really like a 2.8 or 1.8.
A crazy option if you are daring would be the Sony RX100 compacts (their are 6 versions) or the Sony a6500 with a
fast zoom lens. They take great pictures and video and are really portable. And quite honestly I have gear like
the a7s II and good lens. I don't see $3-5k+ on a trip like this. To expensive to truck over rocks and on one island
a basket pulled us up for lunch on a cliff. Good luck.
PS I have small backpacks or a Lowepro sling etc that carry cameras and looks like a day bag.
Thieves are everywhere. I don't like bags the scream cameras.

rook2c4 Loc: Philadelphia, PA USA

Yes, if one is on a paid photo assignment. But on a vacation trip to be enjoyed, often less is better. Especially when hiking over hills in hot weather is a big part of the travel plan, which is typical on vacations to Greece.

lbrande

When I was in Greece last year, I used my 24-70mm primarily. I used my 70-200 infrequently, but the one shot I wanted I couldn't easily obtain because it was of the Parthanon at night from the hotel, and I didn't have a tripod. It was well lit, but I wasn't able to get a decent shot because it required a shutter speed of greater than 1 second. Poor planning on my part.

Bob Boner

I was in Greece this spring, and I had 11--24, 24--70, and 70--200. The 70--200 was by far the most useful. The only time I used the smaller lenses was when I was in one of the cities.

cjc2 Loc: Hellertown PA

Take one that speaks greek! :)

Kuzano

Most important that you can get a little "Extra Virgin Olive Oil" on and it won't gum up the zoom or the aperture.

tenny52 Loc: San Francisco

if you have to choose between the 2, because if you bring both, that 18-55 will be used over 95% of the time. But if you want to take some selfies(a remote is handy $3 from Ebay), pano, multi-focus, HDR bracketing and night shots, bring along a tripod(about $30); I recommend get the snap leg release one, always attach the fast release to the camera, and improvise a shoulder strap.

John Howard Loc: SW Florida and Blue Ridge Mountains of NC.

Bob Boner was your 70-200 a 2.8 or 4.0? I don’t see myself using that length for street shots or movement. Given the size I am thinking the 4.0 would be easier and maybe better for landscapes. Both are sharp lenses.

stanperry Loc: Spring Hill, Florida

I lived in Greece off and on for 15 or so years. Depending on where you are going, the things you will encounter are very different. In Athens, you will be confronted with ruins everywhere you go. From the Parthenon, on the Acropolis, to huge columns and arenas in the middle of town. Most of those things are huge and require a wide angle to capture them. On the Islands, the sea walls, harbors and boats can be gotten with a good prime, although I’m sure you will wish you had a good zoom as well. In addition, the countryside on the islands as well as the mainland can be stunning. In short, you will be shooting lots of landscapes. Pack accordingly.

wrobart

My first trip to Europe was in 1970. As a non professional with a decent SLR and 3 lenses I felt really burdened. I persisted with SLRs until the digital cameras matured a bit and then decided that carrying heavy gear was something I was no longer willing to do. I'm on my 3rd digital camera now, a Canon G12. It fits in my back pocket just fine, until I try to sit down but it's always ready. The zoom lens covers all of the shooting I do with minor exceptions. the results are acceptable to me. Do I ever yearn for the capabilities of an SLR - Yes, but I'm sure it would ultimately end up sitting on the shelf with my last film SLR.

My total travel kit is the camera, a slave flash, the battery charger, a remote shutter release, a couple of batteries, two 16gig SD cards, a pen, lens tissues, and a 40 year old table top tripod. The camera rides in my hand or pocket and rest of the stuff lives in the hotel or rental car. Going thru my last trip's pictures I find nothing that would require a longer lens than the 140mm on the G12. Most of my shooting is at less than 50mm.

Many years back Sports Illustrated had an article about the photographers who shot for the swim suit issue. That year there were several. Each photographer told what gear he had used. The reason I recall the article was because one of the photographers used disposable cameras to take his pictures. His pictures looked fine to me(perhaps the subject matter distracted me from being a photo critic). The disposable camera "message" has stuck with me as has the common saying about the best camera being the one you have in your hand.

My camera is rarely more than a hundred feet away from me, AND, my iPhone is always in my pocket and it takes decent pics.

If I made my living with a camera I'd have a completely different outlook on camera gear, but I'm an amateur. I think you be happy with just the smaller lens on your SLR, but, if I had all new gear I'd be very tempted to bring it all. Then you'd have a solid basis for deciding what to bring the next time.

Bob Boner

The 70--200 I used is the f/4. I have the f/2.8 but never use it now that I have the f/4.

John Howard Loc: SW Florida and Blue Ridge Mountains of NC.

Thanks. I am heading in that direction.

dm6869

I really appreciate your input. Thank you.