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Originally Posted by Captain Snooze
Me thinking out loud. Well, not really "out loud" but putting thoughts to print.
I've been thinking about travel quite a bit of late. Not that it's going to happen any time soon but I've been considering the camera strategy.
The plan was 2 Olympus bodies with permanently attached lenses because the very concept of changing lenses while out and about is a complete anathema to me.
Not that I would be taking two cameras everywhere I went (I have the Sony RX100vi for everyday pics) but I'm now thinking that's quite a bit of weight to be carrying, they require more care, perhaps a bigger theft risk, just more hassle.
Now I'm thinking I'll just take the little Sony. I have done a lot of travel with just a compact and I'm happy to use a tripod with same (even though I think it looks a little weird lol *shrug*).
The biggest disadvantage of plan is lost opportunities but having said that I would have to work within the limitations of the camera which is something I've always done.
The advantage is the camera is small enough to be pocketable and would always be with me as would a pocket tripod which I have used to great effect. (I would also have a larger lightweight tripod for night excursions.)
My prominent thought is I'm a tourist with a camera, not a photographer out on assignment.
I'm thinking the reduced worry would be worth the loss of some quality and opportunities. It would be easier all round.
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Just another Existential question a photog would contemplate.
Question:
why did you buy a nice camera? May as well get your money out of it!
When I travel my photography is much a part of it. How much I take depends on mode of transport, location & who im traveling with. Oh and the bag I choose to put all the stuff in.
Some of my best trips with the camera(DSLR) was with a Bicycle.
A few required travel picts?
One of those front red bags was ¾ just camera stuff.
Top of the Rock, a 3 shot Pano w a 24MM and carrying a 30 L backpack to hold all the Photo loot.
NY messenger 24MM at 1/6th sec. It was overcast with rain and snow and a stupid slow speed was just a natural.
If getting your photo equipment to a destination is a bother or worry then why not go the route 99% use?
A decent cell phone can make for a good primary camera or even as backup.
I did not know this couple but she had a great smile, just an opportunity with a sneaky extra wide lens.(10mm 4.8 1/45sec). My Cell has become a backup to my backup