I am going to Turkey for a "Middle East Study Tour" having to do with archaeology in August. I am taking my MZ-S with BG-10 and possibly a second MZ-S with BG-10 (depending on finances). I am wondering if taking the 31mm f/1.8 Limited, 43mm f/1.9 Limited, and 77mm f/1.8 Limited prime lenses would be adequate for most situations. (I will most likely also take a 200mm or 80-200mm or something of that sort and maybe the A 15mm f/3.5.)
I am wondering about experience of people traveling with prime lenses versus zoom lenses. I have no intention of starting the zoom versus prime debate. I like zooms and primes both so that is not the issue. I know that zoom lenses are more convenient but slower. I have the 24-90mm f/3.5-4.5 zoom lens but it seems a little slow for taking ISO 100 films in lower light. The question is strictly about adequate focal lengths! Because this is a tour and not a photographic trip I realize that I may not have the time I would really like to get the picture just the way I envision it. I would appreciate comments from people who have traveled with primes. I suppose while I am at it, if any of you feel the urge to comment on what equipment you take on trips, that would be most appreciated. Most travel lists give suggestions of 24mm or 28mm, 50mm, 85mm or 105mm, and 80-200mm or 200mm. I am also interested in comments about what you would take as far as accessories. I will be taking the AF-360FGZ with off-camera cord. Basically, what's in your bag? Thank you for your time. Bryan - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
