What camera should I bring?

[walkien]

I'm going to Muai this thursday, should I bring my 10D or G2?

[IncompletePete]

10D and a couple of lenses definitely *nods*

[timmyquest]

g2 and 10D

I would have thought the G2 makes a nice paperweight by now :lol: 8)

[ejwebb]

Sounds like a personal decision as to how important your pictures are to you. I would not consider going to such a place without my best camera and lenses (and maybe even tripod) - since you don't get to see those sites everyday. The only way I would not is if space was a serious concern - even then, I would rather jettison clothing before camera gear. Wife has her purse as carry-on - I have a camera bag!!

Granted, the G2 is a nice camera (I had a G3) but it cannot come close to the 10D as far as capabilities - especially in low light, action, or creative depth of field shots. Take the 10D - you'll be sorry if you don't!

[walkien]

Thanks guys. The only thing I concern about is the huminity and salt water there.

[jgbeam]

Bring both! Carry the G2 everywhere for those spur-of-the-moment shots - it won't get in the way of enjoying your trip. Come back later with the 10D for the sunset shots.

The main thing is, don't let photography interfere with having a good time.

Jim

[JoeTampa]

I'm confused... I thought taking shots WAS having a good time... Am I missing something? :lol:

[Jon]

No, some people just stumbled in here by mistake :{)#

[Andy_T]

My suggestion would be ... pack every item of photographic gear that you can take with you without leaving something more important behind or paying a hefty air flight surcharge :P

When you're there, you can always decide which of your cameras to take on your outings.

After all, there are three basic options for possible frustration
1) You are stuck in a great place with scenic landscape and think all the time 'My god, why did I not bring the camera'
2) You put your camera back in the suitcase on the last day and think 'Well, I didn't use it once, so I carried it here in vain'
3) Your gear gets stolen when there :shock:

While it is true that 3) would be ultimately frustrating and deserves thorough consideration, I for myself would estimate the risk of 1) being higher than that of 2) ... and also if it occured, 1) would spoil my holiday more than 2).

Best regards,
Andy

[ejwebb]

I take my camera to the beach since I bought it to take pictures - I just take a lot of precautions. I keep it in the bag in the car unless I am taking pictures. I don't change lenses on the beach - I decide what I need before I go. This is not always possible - at least avoid wind, sand, water if you must change on the spot - change in the car if possible. I make sure my hands are clean before handling the camera (no sand, sunscreen, etc.). I keep uv or polarizer filters on the lenses at all times. I keep plastic ziplocs with me in case of rain. And I clean - with a bulb blower first - the camera and lenses as soon as I return from the beach.

My understanding of Maui is that you will not likely be spending a majority of your time on a wet, sandy beach anyway - but will be out seeing the other sites on the island that will make great photo subjects you would hate to miss because you left your best equipment at home!

[ejwebb]

Andythaler reminds me - get your gear covered under your homeowners insurance policy. You should be able to get coverage for accidental breakage and theft very reasonably with no deductible. Should make you feel better about taking it out into the elements!

And the photography is the fun - although my wife may disagree!!

[jgbeam]

I'm confused... I thought taking shots WAS having a good time... Am I missing something? :lol:

I |always| have a good time taking pictures. :D But for some reason, not everybody around me thinks like we do here. :evil: I gotta admit, though, sometimes I get so caught up in getting the shot that I miss the event.
Jim

[canon_user808]

I live in Honolulu and for the past week or so it's been raining off and on almost daily. Maui’s weather is not that much different. I would recommend that you bring a bag that has a raincoat or a bunch of zip locks I case you get caught in a shower. Also, like everyone else has said, get it insured. Most of the people here are honest but it only takes one to ruin you trip.

[Ballen Photo]

My suggestion would be ... pack every item of photographic gear that you can take with you without leaving something more important behind or paying a hefty air flight surcharge :P

When you're there, you can always decide which of your cameras to take on your outings.

After all, there are three basic options for possible frustration
1) You are stuck in a great place with scenic landscape and think all the time 'My god, why did I not bring the camera'
2) You put your camera back in the suitcase on the last day and think 'Well, I didn't use it once, so I carried it here in vain'
3) Your gear gets stolen when there :shock:

While it is true that 3) would be ultimately frustrating and deserves thorough consideration, I for myself would estimate the risk of 1) being higher than that of 2) ... and also if it occured, 1) would spoil my holiday more than 2).

Best regards,
Andy

This sounds like the BEST piece of advice thus far, as when you get back home, you dont want to suffer from the "Shoulda, woulda, coulda" syndrome. :shock:
........Bruce