Post by: CastleRocker on March 18, 2014, 01:40:43 PM
Normally I would bring my 70-200 2.8 (of course), but the size and weight are a concern. We will be tent camping for over a month, so camping gear, supplies, and clothing will take a front seat to camera gear. I'm thinking of getting a lens for more wide angle and panorama/landscape type shots, and bring both the teleconverters for a little more zoom. I do have a Tamron (yeah, yeah, I know...I heard the collective cringe), 18-270mm 3.5-6.3 that I'm considering bringing.
I've never traveled this far with a camera on a motorcycle before, so ANY and ALL advice/tips/tricks are greatly appreciated!
Post by: mossy8352 on March 18, 2014, 02:40:28 PM
Post by: Holg3107 on March 18, 2014, 03:01:12 PM
http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/cameras/ef_lens_lineup/ef_s_17_55_f_2_8_is_usm (http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/cameras/ef_lens_lineup/ef_s_17_55_f_2_8_is_usm)
Post by: Don Fischer on March 18, 2014, 04:42:20 PM
Post by: Bean Counter on March 18, 2014, 06:41:09 PM
Tamron knows how to put decent optics into a lens, but their image stabilization and auto focus leave much to be desired. I wouldn't go on a trip of a lifetime, spending thousands on gas and food, and gave crappy memories to show for it because I saved $300-500 on a lens. Trust me: I'm a cheap bass turd, but you get what you pay for with optics.
Regardless of what camera you take, be sure you bring a quality circular polarizer. This will cut through haze, darken those blue skies, and make colors more vibrant instead of washed out. Heliopan is far and away the best but expensive. B+W is a solid #2 and Hoya is just behind B+W.
You don't mention much of an interest in wildlife--but you might see them. Not sure how much you guys will be into stopping for a herd to chase after with photos. (I do it all the time and it drives my wife and kids crazy.) You'll only be riding with adults, who for the most part will be better than children about holding still for a photo. Given those two constants plus the fact that space is at an uber premium, I would consider a compact, mirrorless camera. Maybe a Fuiji XE-2 or the x100S. If you want to go with the Canon EOS M2, you will need a lens adapter to attach EF lenses.
If you insist on taking your 50D, I would probably take either then Canon 10-22mm or the 17-55 f/2.8 IS. If you go with the 10-22mm, I would recommend a clear filter to keep and moisture out of the lens. http://www.amazon.com/77mm-Clear-Multi-Resistant-Coating-007M/dp/B000OL1JOQ. (http://www.amazon.com/77mm-Clear-Multi-Resistant-Coating-007M/dp/B000OL1JOQ.) Be also advised that on the 10-22mm you're likely to get some banding in the skies at the wider angles with a circular polarizer.
Post by: jackelope on March 18, 2014, 07:09:55 PM
Post by: jackelope on March 18, 2014, 07:10:31 PM
Post by: Alchase on March 19, 2014, 11:49:33 AM
EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM
and a 2x extender
The EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM with and 2x or 1.4 extender is a great combination that covers most ranges as well.
If money was not a factor, then the EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM
Post by: TeacherMan on March 24, 2014, 01:19:48 PM
Post by: Bean Counter on March 24, 2014, 02:04:26 PM
Post by: huntnphool on March 30, 2014, 08:05:57 PM
I would go with a 17-55mm f2.8 for a trip like that. It seems that most of the photos you will be taking are either landscape shots or will be up close so a larger zoom lens would not be all that effective.A trip like that I would likely just be shooting scenery, the 17-55mm for me. :twocents:
Post by: CastleRocker on March 31, 2014, 07:57:54 PM
I would go with a 17-55mm f2.8 for a trip like that. It seems that most of the photos you will be taking are either landscape shots or will be up close so a larger zoom lens would not be all that effective.A trip like that I would likely just be shooting scenery, the 17-55mm for me. :twocents:
That's the way I was thinking about going. Then look at the 16-35mm 2.8, and I just wonder if it would be worth giving up some zoom for the extra degrees of angle.
And YES it WILL break my heart to leave my favorite (70-200 2.8) lens at home! I'll probably regret it daily. However, I'm going to be riding/camping with my wife, Dad, and a cousin for over 3 weeks. So weight will be a huge issue.
Post by: Bean Counter on April 01, 2014, 05:07:40 AM
Either the kit lens if stopping it down is a possibility or the EF-S 17-55 f/2.8 if you want a little more durability as well as a non rotating front element and finally image stabilization.
Post by: boneaddict on April 01, 2014, 05:21:25 AM