On travel photography (part two)

Panasonic DMC LX3

Luckily enough a 28 km trekking route on the Catalunyan Pyrenees helped me understand that carrying around my 350D is not a good idea. I used a belt-striped case and carried the 350D along with the Tokina 12-24. I thought that it would be a light choice but… I was really happy to leave it in the hotel for the second day.

So I had to go out and buy a compact. A good one. I finally ordered the Panasonic Lumix LX3. I wanted a light and capable camera and this one seems to do the trick. Its F2.0-F2.8 24-60mm (35mm equivalent) Leica lens it is exactly what I would like for the trip. My first thought was the Canon G9, but it was heavier and not so bright.

For the test drive and sample photos I will keep you posted.

PS: As a new camera marks a new era of uplaoding too, I created a second Flickr account. There I plan to upload only photos from the trip. The link is: http://www.flickr.com/photos/csm2mkrtw/sets/

Ciao for now!

Talking gear (part two)

OK so really close to finalising the gear too (not including clothing, medical/toiletries and electronic/other).
In the first part of the post I had bought an anti-mosquito net that could be hanged from one point. As I was told this was a big mistake. Monday I’ll go search for one that can be hanged from four points (more practical). Also it would be nice for it to be sprayed by a relevant liquid. If not I can do this later. Also I now know what exactly I need to complete my medical pack so stay tuned 😉

My Deuter 50+10 Act Lite (only that mine is red ;))

1 Deuter backpack 50+10 Act Lite – 146,50 euro
1 Sewing kit (compiled by me) – N/A
1 Pair of earplugs (gift for the subscription of the Wire magazine) – N/A
1 Lifeventure neck wallet – 11,85 euros
1 Eagle Creek inflatable pillow – 23,20 euros
1 Ferrino towel – 12,50 euros
1 Ferrino waterproof document bag – 3,95 euros
1 Lifesystems water neutralising tablets – 8,95 euros
1 Lifesystems insect repellent – 8,95 euros
1 World Atlas & Almanac by Insight Atlas – 16,50 euros
1 Ferrino cup – 12 euros
1 Ferrino poncho – 6 euros – It got destroyed in a trekking expedition on the Pyrenees
1 Ferrino backpack raincover – 15 euros
1 Frendo headlight (1 led) – 19 euros
1 Glue stick – 3 euros
1 Box of matches – 0,20 euros
1 Deuter First Aid Kit – 19 euros ***
3 Pairs of wooden door stoppers – 1,90 euros
1 Leatherman tool – N/A
1 Maglite mini torch – N/A
4 Tea lights – 1 euro
1 Pack of wet tissues – 0,60 euros
2 Universal bath plugs – 1,50 euros
1 Spoon, fork, knife camping combo – N/A
1 Spare set of shoe laces – N/A

*** A different post will be made explaining exactly my medical pack + the extras I am planning to take with me.

UPDATE

1 Quecha square cotton blanket  – 7,95 euros

1 Quecha rain coat – N/A

On travel photography

Canon 350D body

Having packed the most of the things I need, I notice that there is some space left on the top of my backpack and I wonder… was I THAT good in packing?

Obviously the answer is no.

What about the camera? I already own a Canon EOS350D one with the following lenses:

Tokina 12-24mm

Canon 50mm 1.8f

Canon 100-300mm

Canon 24-70mm L

Lensbaby 2.0

From those, I will have to carry one. The winner up to now is the Tokina one (a wide angle lens). But then, why not get the 50mm one too? There I go I start adding things up again… And then sometimes I think of the possibility of buying a good compact one… but it’s just not the same 😉

Any thoughts?

Talking gear (part one)

With the ticket still pending, I got myself to doing a preparation task everyday (mainly buying stuff to complete my gear).
So far the itinerary goes as:

1 Deuter backpack 50+10 Act Lite – 146,50 euro
1 Sewing kit (compiled by me) – N/A
1 Pair of earplugs (gift for the subscription of the Wire magazine) – N/A
1 Lifeventure neck wallet – 11,85 euros
1 Single mosquito net from Pharmavoyage – 14, 90 euros
1 Eagle Creek inflatable pillow – 23,20 euros
1 Ferrino towel – 12,50 euros
1 Ferrino waterproof document bag – 3,95 euros
1 Lifesystems water neutralising tablets – 8,95 euros
1 Lifesystems insect repellent – 8,95 euros
1 World Atlas & Almanac by Insight Atlas – 16,50 euros

UPDATE

1 Ferrino cup – 12 euros
1 Ferrino poncho – 6 euros
1 Ferrino backpack raincover – 15 euros