If you're going as a tourist then you can probably get away with just your
18-135 and a teleconvertor. Skip the pod and the tripod. you'll most likely
do the majority of your shooting in daylight and can bump the ISO if needed.
The Optio and Go Pro are small and would probably come in handy.
If you're going as a photographer then you'l definitely want at least the
above mentioned items and a lightweight tripod - like
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1059026-REG/manfrotto_mkcompactlt_rd_compact_light_tripod_red.html -
small lightweight and well built. Depending on the close focusing ability of
the 18-135 you might take the 35 macro.
Just my thoughts.
I'd probably take most of my kit on a trip such as this - only if I was
going to be a photographer and take the time to scope things out. As a
tourist, I might just take my Coolpix P7100.
Kenneth Waller
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller
----- Original Message -----
From: "Daniel J. Matyola" <[email protected]>
Subject: Cameras and Lenses for Japan/China Trip
I need some advice.
Later this month, we will be going on a trip. After 3 days in San
Diego (including the Zoo), we will fly to Japan for a week, mostly in
Tokyo, Kyoto and Mt Fuji/Hakone Park. We then will spend a few days
in Beijing, including a day trip to The Great Wall, followed by three
days in San Francisco.
Because we will be moving around a lot, and shlepping a lot of
baggage,I need to keep my camera kit small and light. I could use
some advice on what to bring.
Of course, I will be taking my K-5 II S, which is my go-to camera, and
my most versatile lens, the DA 18-135 mm F 3.5-5.6 zoom.
My back-up camera is normally the K-r, but it is pretty big. The same
applies to my trusty *ist D. I am considering taking the K-01 instead.
Another possibility would be the Optio, which is easy to slip into my
pocket so I can take it anywhere. Of course, it is quite limited, but
it could allow me to get some shots I might miss if I do not have the
big DSLR with me. The GoPro would also be handy and easy to pocket.
For lenses, I have been using the FA 100 F2.8 Macro a lot lately, and
it would be great for flowers, food and small objects, but it is big
and heavy. Other lenses I might like to have with me are the DA F2.8
35 mm macro limited, the DA F2.8 40 mm XS, or the DA 50mm F1.8. I
might want another zoom, perhaps the 75-300, DAL F18-55, or DAL
50-200.
Can I get by with a monopod, or should I lug the Manfrotto tripod
along? Most of the shots will be outdoors, and the K-5 is pretty good
in low light, but I might need the external flash as well.
There is just too much gear. I can't afford to be overloaded to the
point I will spend more time lugging a camera bag than taking images.
What do you folks think is essential for a once-in -a-lifetime trip like
this?
Dan Matyola
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola
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