lens suggestions for Hawaii

I will be heading to the north shore of Oahu in two weeks. I have a Canon R6, EF24-105L, Sigma Art 50 1.4, and RF 70-200L 2.8. I'm thinking of picking up the RF 35 1.8 and taking that with the 70-200 for a good 2 lens pairing. Just wondering if I will miss too much on the wide end.

Most photographs will be taken hiking (with views) and at the polynesian cultural center. I may also take some beach shots but I'm planning to spend most of my time at the beach in the water. I'm also considering taking a 16-35 f2.8 or f4 in place of the 35 prime. I could also use the 24-105L that I already have. I think part of me wants to try the 16-35 or 35 prime option to see if I enjoy using those over the 24-105. Obviously the zooms are more convenient and give me more wide angle options, but I seem to enjoy using primes more.

Can't comment on your lenses
I mostly used short zoom lense. But 4 thirds.
But don't forget the water issue and be prepared for that.
Not sure what your preference is when damp or raining. I enjoyed the downpours and didn't stop taking photos because of such. But my gear was weather sealed and still going.

Unless photography is more important than the rest of the trip, go with the most versatile compact kit. The 24-105 70-200 gets you everything you need

OK, Oahu in or around October 1st; temperatures during the day will be around 85 deg F as a high and the days will likely be clear. So absolutely no need to push for a fast lens like the 16-35mm f/2.8 you mention. Personally Id take the 24-105 and not much more. Little need for the 70-200 unless you are planning on a whale watching trip which is not likely to be all that great in October. But they will guarantee you will see a whale or they will take you on a free trip in the future!

Not sure about what situations you'll find in Oahu; but, when we were in Kauai a few years back, I made solid use of my 7D paired with an EF-S 17-55, 24-105L and 100-400L (tropical birds, sea mammals, etc). If you're staying mainly Urban, though, I would guess that the 24-105 and a 16 prime or the 16-35 will most likely get you where you need to be.

Jeff81 wrote in post #19416727
I will be heading to the north shore of Oahu in two weeks. I have a Canon R6, EF24-105L, Sigma Art 50 1.4, and RF 70-200L 2.8. I'm thinking of picking up the RF 35 1.8 and taking that with the 70-200 for a good 2 lens pairing. Just wondering if I will miss too much on the wide end.

Most photographs will be taken hiking (with views) and at the polynesian cultural center. I may also take some beach shots but I'm planning to spend most of my time at the beach in the water. I'm also considering taking a 16-35 f2.8 or f4 in place of the 35 prime. I could also use the 24-105L that I already have. I think part of me wants to try the 16-35 or 35 prime option to see if I enjoy using those over the 24-105. Obviously the zooms are more convenient and give me more wide angle options, but I seem to enjoy using primes more.

Hi Jeff!

It's been too many years since I was in Oahu. Have a great trip!!!!!!

Decisions, decisions... I agree with gonzogolf for the two lenses. On the 5DMkIII/IV, I've found those lenses in EF to be probably the best all-round lenses I use, especially if I'm not sure what I'm going to see. Additionally, you know those lenses, so you're already comfortable using them! You know what you're going to get. Were you to go with just one lens, John from PA is spot on.

That said, here's another take, based on what you said.

You'll likely want the 70-200 for reach, even while hiking, or perhaps especially while hiking. You may even find the lens shorter than you want, but it will give you lots of reach. I do some nature hikes with an EF 100-400L IS MkI, and there are times I want an even longer lens! No matter, were it me, the 70-200 would come with me.

On the wide end, I have an EF 35 f/2 IS. Taking a 35mm is definitely an artistic choice. I've done street photography in NYC with a 12-24, 35, 50, 70-200, and an 85. They all work, and they give different results. Personally, given what you're considering, a 35mm prime could be fun. You put it on the camera, and just go. Two weeks isn't much time to get it to you and get used to it. No matter, I love my 35. Below is a project I shot in NYC with the 35:

https://www.grahamglov​er.com …r-Streets-September-2019/

Hope this helps! Again, have a great trip!

Personally, having 35mm being my widest lens wouldn't work. I would take the 24-105L (it's always my most-used lens when traveling) and maybe add the RF 16mm f/2.8 for something wider that is small and light. The 70-200 f/2.8 would be useful, but it's going to add a lot of extra weight and size to your carry load. Only you can decide if it's worth carrying.

Don't forget Lensrentals.com. See https://www.lensrental​s.com …%2Fcanon&for_ca​tegory=507 and make sure you click on View All. Should you desire, you can rent that 16-35 f/2.8 III for $75 a week. I haven't used them in a few years, but they used to ship direct to your destination for pickup.

A touristy suggestion is to take a sub down to about 100 feet. We've done this, once even booked the entire sub on the Big Island. Neat what you see on the ocean floor, especially around Oahu where remnants of WWII and Pearl Harbor still exist. See http://atlantisadventu​res.com/waikiki/

I have been twice

the 24-105 went the first time and the 24-70 went the second time.....I used the 70-200 on walks for wildlife and wished I had a 150-600.......but 80% on the time....the short zoom was on the camera

I would take the R6 and the 24-105 and If you are going to do any hikes or wildlife shooting maybe a 150-600 or a 100-400

reach comes in very handy

I appreciate all the suggestions. I will probably take the 24-105 and 70-200. I may rent the 35 on a separate occasion and see how I like it.

My Greek Trilogy for Travel is the Canon f/4 L IS.
16-35 f/4 L IS, 24-70 f/4 L IS and the newish…. 70-200 f/4 L IS Mark II. Lighter than my f/2.8 70-200 counter part.
Just returned from Switzerland and the 16-35 and 70-200 were attached over 95% of the time. That’s my comfort zone. However you have the 24-105 which makes a nice one lens, one body walk around. 24-70 I find is toooooo short.
I like Zooms for versatility and IS as I like to bracket images in the older Cathedrals.
You have a nice arsenal to choose from.

Every photo taken in this 8K Ultra video from my several trips to Hawaii was made with either 16-35 or 70-200 zoom.
Never felt I was lacking coverage with these two.

https://www.youtube.co​m/watch?v=adECWszKU_A

Really well done. I agree with your lens choices. Any thoughts on what you might use on a door off helicopter tour?
Cannot really change lenses up there.

bigguytf wrote in post #19419479
Really well done. I agree with your lens choices. Any thoughts on what you might use on a door off helicopter tour?
Cannot really change lenses up there.

This sounds like a cop-out, but on my long trips I take a second not as good body as a backup. ( 5DMK2 is still a great camera, but worth little now )
So in your helicopter situation, I would have both bodies.

I've done long European trips, and no way was I going with just one camera.

Not sure what the cop out reference is to, but I only take one camera on a doors off ride. Last time I was in Kauai watched a camera sail out into the Waimea Canyon as a fellow passenger and his partner bungled the handoff between the two cameras. I take a small point and shoot with me on all trips (Lumix ZS-60). My Canon 6D2 only has 3000 clicks on it so I would trust it on s 7 day trip.