fernando_libenson Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Opinions may vary widely depending on personal tastes or particular interests. I think you should first consider where you go, and what you expect to shoot. For what I need, when I travel I use to carry a Fujica G690BL with 50mm, 100mm and 180mm lenses, and I'm very satisfied with the results. It's not as heavy as it may seem, if you have an appropriate bag or backpack. Perhaps a Mamiya 7 would have the advantage of less weight, but with three lenses, cost would be an issue. IMHO, if you anticipate you'll shoot wildlife or plants, I think a 35mm system would be preferable. Just my 2 cents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliot_n Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 When travelling I shoot with a Fuji GSW690II. I'd prefer a Mamiya 7, though. I think the Mamiya lenses are better (sharper, more contrasty, less flare, less vignetting). I also carry a tripod and a flash, as I'm not so good at handholding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert fox Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Hasselblad SWC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
35mmdelux Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 ISOLETTE folder camera, or possibly xpan, or both. I hear the Brony 645RF is pretty compact. Alot of it depends on your desired lens and if you'll accept external VF. I've travelled w/ H'blds, but after discussion here I think I'll just take 2 Leicas in the future. I'd prefer not to be noticed nor have to carry too much bulk. My Isolette carries 6x6 Ilfo film and the Leicas 100ISO color. I've decide to keep my H'blds (including 60mm CB and 120 Makro-P)closer to home. Good luck figuring it out, sounds interesting. PS: In Paris or some of those really old Euro towns you got to try the xpan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
35mmdelux Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 BTW a daily walk for me is about 8 miles +/-(US), sometimes a lot more, be it London, Paris, San Fransico, or South America. I don't travel to take pictures. My Leica is there to document moments that are important to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim_mcbride Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Medium format in your pocked: almost any MF folder will do, but the old Soviet Iskra is a special favorite of mine and it doesn't look "glitzy" enough to attract street thieves. The camera is rugged, the lens is very sharp and renders lovely tones w/B&W film, doesn't attract undue attention, not particularly heavy and will fit in a large pocket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorge_jimenez1 Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Rolleiflex 3.5F is without equal for light travel with 220 film is best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert_nancarrow Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Seems like I've had most the cameras mentioned here including Several Rolleiflexi and Hasselblads and Mamiya 7's and IMO the winner is hands down the Mamiya 6 with one lens attached and another in the pocket (the 50 and 75 are quite small compared to most MF lenses. You almost won't know you have a camera until you need it. Bob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_layton Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Rolleiflex 3.5F, with a diffusion panel on its meter and a #2 close up lens - fantastic! Couple this with a Hassy SWC for a truly dynamic duo! I'd second the votes above for the Mamiya 6 w/50 and 75mm lenses, if only there were an all mechanical version of this otherwise wonderful camera. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob___10 Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 i travel with plaubel 6x7 folders in my jacket pocket. the 670 and w67 are superb, if you can find them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wim_van_velzen Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Well, my choice is not really light weight, but I always use my Rollei 6008 and assorted lenses (40, 90, 250 as a minimum, most of time with a 50 and 150 too). Slide film and tripod are the next things to think about.<p>Of course, this heavy set-up is a great excuse to avoid long hiking :-) But the children are too young for that anyway.<p>Here is an article about our last travel experiences: <a href="http://www.fotografiewimvanvelzen.nl/webarticle19a.htm">To the Outer Hebrides</a>. (For the more technical side, read <a href="http://www.fotografiewimvanvelzen.nl/webarticle18.htm">this</a>).<p>Wim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desmond_kidman Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 I can domgatically state (as folks like to do on forums) that I have found the ultimate travel camera to be the RZ 67, Hassy 500 series, the SWC, the Mamiya 7, a good 617.......... In other words, depends on the mood, the location, how long you'll be carrying the gear and over what terrain, and especially the type of images you are looking for. Most of the cameras listed are fantastic choices. Now, what if it were stipulated that you were travelling around the world over a 6 month period? With just one camera and one lens? SWC or Mamiya 7. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaitanya_das_tamayo Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 how about an rb67? just make sure you have a strong back and don't stray too far into the woods. ;-) chaitanya das Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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