Traveling to the UK/Ireland

[Hillsilly]

I was thinking about bringing the 24-105 and the 50, but I wanted to get someone else's opinion since I have never traveled out of the US before.

The 24-105 + 50 combo would work very well and would cover most things you're likely to come across.

If you're getting a hire car and aren't too concerned about taking more gear, I'd also consider the 70-300, too. When I've visited the UK, most of my photos are taken at the wider end. But, I've always taken a 70-200 and am generally glad I did.

8) I am about to head off to the UK and France very soon, I take a lot of photos of churches, buildings, landscapes in fact the only thing I can think of that I rarely do is take portrait photos.

Given your subjects, you'd probably prefer the wider 15-85mm. Re 50 vs 40, I'm conflicted. The wider aperture of the 50mm in theory makes it better suited for interior shots. But I do like my 40mm much more. Personally, I'd go with the 40mm.

 

[Pandypix]

I was thinking about bringing the 24-105 and the 50, but I wanted to get someone else's opinion since I have never traveled out of the US before.

The 24-105 + 50 combo would work very well and would cover most things you're likely to come across.

If you're getting a hire car and aren't too concerned about taking more gear, I'd also consider the 70-300, too. When I've visited the UK, most of my photos are taken at the wider end. But, I've always taken a 70-200 and am generally glad I did.

8) I am about to head off to the UK and France very soon, I take a lot of photos of churches, buildings, landscapes in fact the only thing I can think of that I rarely do is take portrait photos.

Given your subjects, you'd probably prefer the wider 15-85mm. Re 50 vs 40, I'm conflicted. The wider aperture of the 50mm in theory makes it better suited for interior shots. But I do like my 40mm much more. Personally, I'd go with the 40mm.

Thanks for your input I will admit I always love the feel of the 15-85mm when it is on my camera, perhaps I'll put both the 40mm and the 50mm it's not as if either of them weigh much hubby is not a photographer so if I swap the lens before we go out he will not notice haha. He did say while I was packing his suitcase you only need one lens don't you.

 

[Hillsilly]

I've only been to France once (in fact, it was only just Paris). I had a 10-22mm with me and found a lot of uses for the 10mm end and at the time I wished for something wider. But these days, I'm much better at panoramic stitching. Don't forget that it is a great technique if you can't fit it all in.

 

[Pandypix]

Well time is up 3 lenses will go I fly later today and my check list is done camera 2 memory cards 2 batteries & charger power adapter for plugs plus the waterproof pns for hubby I really hope he takes some photos. Thanks Hillsilly for your comments I can't wait to see Castles, Cathedrals and Palaces.

 

[Deleted member 91053]

Well time is up 3 lenses will go I fly later today and my check list is done camera 2 memory cards 2 batteries & charger power adapter for plugs plus the waterproof pns for hubby I really hope he takes some photos. Thanks Hillsilly for your comments I can't wait to see Castles, Cathedrals and Palaces.

Hope you have a great time over here!
There is no shortage of Castles large or small and some excellent cathedrals as well as some stunning landscapes - if the weather co-operates!
Frankly Britain is one of the safest places on the planet - even our roads! So get over and have a good time.
Hope you enjoy!
Next week I am off to Dublin (Ireland) for my nieces wedding - what a country!

 

[getstoked]

Update:

Just got back from my trip. I ended up bringing the 24-105, 70-300 and 50 because i couldn't decide. I pretty much only used the 24-105 since I was in need of the wide-angle. I also used the 70-300 a few times to catch wildlife and some waterfalls in the distance, but that was it. I planned to use the 50 out at night, but with my intended level of intoxication, I opted not to bring my 6D out with me.

 

[Deleted member 91053]

Hope you enjoyed your trip.

 

[scyrene]

I can't see how anyone could suggest a possible selection of gear to someone they don't know. But if the question is about "what would you take with you" I personally would never ever leave the house without my 70-300 L. So my minimum gear would be 24-105 L and 70-300 L (70-200 or 100-400 etc.), sometimes even only 70-300 L + 40 STM. And I really don't get why people seem to believe that a modest tele range like 70-300 is only good for nature. As I am addicted to urban details like clocks (www.clockspots.com) or typography (www.typokunst.de) I regularly walk across cities with either a 4/500L or even a 4/600L! + 70-300 + 24-105 + TS-E 17 (selection may vary). I have one advice though: Always have every thing close to your body. I am using the Lowe Pro technical harness for that. It also allows me to have the weight of the big white tele lens on my waist, not on my shoulder or neck when not in use. Ten years ago I wouldn't have thought to be able to use a 4/600 LII as a "walkaround" lens, but now I know that it is perfectly possible (for me). But then, I am quite tall and heavy myself. My wife for instance would be dragged down by the mere weight. And of course my suggestion for the OP is not to take along a 600 mm. But it really depends on what you want to shoot!

I tend never to take my big lens (500 f/4L II) into cities. They just attract too much attention. I shot a big composite of the Houses of Parliament, and half my time was spent dealing with tourists (but it's too big and heavy that I would worry about anyone running off with it ). How do you find that aspect?