traveler_101
American abroad
Absolutely.
Bingley
Veteran
This thread brings back memories... almost 40 years ago I was in a similar situation to you, planning a year of study in England and wondering what to take in the way of a camera. I took a Nikon F and a 50/1.4 lens, and shot for the year w/ just that set-up. Great camera, but for backpacking excursions I wished for something smaller and lighter.
If it were me making this trip, I would follow Raid's advice above, except that my light backup camera would be an E-PL1, so a fast normal lens could also serve as a short tele w/ a micro 4/3ds adapter. A Leica, a 50, a 28 or 25, and the Oly Pen w/ the Pany 20 is a kit I'm looking forward to using on some overseas travels next summer.
But it's the OP making the trip, so I have to agree, given what he states about preferences, budget, and constraints, that Traveler 101 and fdigital have some very good recommendations. The E-PL1, btw, is about the same size as a Canonet G17 QIII or a Leica CL w/ the Pany 20/1.7 lens attached (ditto w/ the Oly 17/2.8). The E-P1/E-P2 bodies are slightly wider, but still quite compact, and having interchangeable lens capability gives you a lot of versitility.
Have a wonderful time, take lots of photos, and post some of them here!
If it were me making this trip, I would follow Raid's advice above, except that my light backup camera would be an E-PL1, so a fast normal lens could also serve as a short tele w/ a micro 4/3ds adapter. A Leica, a 50, a 28 or 25, and the Oly Pen w/ the Pany 20 is a kit I'm looking forward to using on some overseas travels next summer.
But it's the OP making the trip, so I have to agree, given what he states about preferences, budget, and constraints, that Traveler 101 and fdigital have some very good recommendations. The E-PL1, btw, is about the same size as a Canonet G17 QIII or a Leica CL w/ the Pany 20/1.7 lens attached (ditto w/ the Oly 17/2.8). The E-P1/E-P2 bodies are slightly wider, but still quite compact, and having interchangeable lens capability gives you a lot of versitility.
Have a wonderful time, take lots of photos, and post some of them here!
hexiplex
Well-known
My recommendation is a GRD III/II with the wide angle accessory, I toted that camera along on my trip to China and Australia last year and I am more than satisfied with it. It also handles the cold here in Stockholm very well.
If you ever need a place to develop your B&W when in Stockholm, or just want a guided tour of the city, don't be afraid to send me a PM. I am at Stockholm University and just started renting a darkroom roughly 30 minutes away from the city center.
If you ever need a place to develop your B&W when in Stockholm, or just want a guided tour of the city, don't be afraid to send me a PM. I am at Stockholm University and just started renting a darkroom roughly 30 minutes away from the city center.
Roger Hicks
Veteran
Less is more, until the less breaks down.
Carry 2x "less" as insurance. Two (cross-compatible) cameras, two lenses. Film/digi, whatever.
And if you're between Tours and Poitiers....
Cheers,
R.
Carry 2x "less" as insurance. Two (cross-compatible) cameras, two lenses. Film/digi, whatever.
And if you're between Tours and Poitiers....
Cheers,
R.
GaryLH
Veteran
I agree with Roger. I would add if overall weight is the issue, then leave zoom at home. I would go with a fast 35 on the fm2 and a 50 on the d90. Carry a 24 in the gadget bag for when u need it... Pretty much as Raid mentioned already. Have fun out there.
Gary
Gary
Pat Donnelly
Member
Switch to m4/3! Nikon will be downsizing eventually, the mf lenses you have by then amassed will be even more usable on the nikon system! As you travel, look into markets etc and acquire bargain lenses. C-mounts are being discarded by those who recognize that 16mm cine film is dead. Become a gypsy while studying!
Olsen
Well-known
Regardless of camera system you bring along; bring some warm clothes. We have a very cold winter. Despite that we have not reached Christmas yet many lakes are already frozen. Reckon with temperatures of minus 15 - 20 C in land and minus 10 - 15 along the coasts here in Scandinavia. And heaps of snow. As of this writing there is hours - days - of air traffic delays all over Europe due to cold weather and snow. Most likely, it will get worse in January, with most of the lakes and the Baltic frozen.
Buy some long wool underware and a warm jacket, scarf gloves and a wool cap, if you plan to stay outdoor at any length of time. We now have the darkest time of the year here in Scandinavia (Oslo - Stockholm - Helsinki) with only sunlight from about nine in the morning until three thirty in the afternoon. That will improve to 08.40 - 16.20 by the end of January. So the film you bring better be fast.
Buy some long wool underware and a warm jacket, scarf gloves and a wool cap, if you plan to stay outdoor at any length of time. We now have the darkest time of the year here in Scandinavia (Oslo - Stockholm - Helsinki) with only sunlight from about nine in the morning until three thirty in the afternoon. That will improve to 08.40 - 16.20 by the end of January. So the film you bring better be fast.