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<p>For years, I used and was happy with OpTech straps. I always wore these hanging from my right shoulder for easy carry, but constantly had to fidget with the strap to keep it on my shoulder. A friend lent me a Sniper Strap for a day, and I'm hooked. Because it hands from the oppositw shoulder and across the chest, the strap cannot slip off, and the camera is easily pulled into shooting position. Comfortable with a 1Ds + 70-200 f/2.8 + (sometimes) 580EX.</p>

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<p>This gent is a fixture in my neighborhood. I generally trade a sandwich or pizza for shots.....</p>

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<p>This logic is not restricted to glass. Notice how when the 1Ds3 arrived, the previously fawned-over 1Ds2 was no longer capable of producing quality images. When the 1Ds4 arrives, I plan to use my 3 as a door stop....</p>

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<p>Funny thing is there is more street photography done now than ever. Seems like everybody is a street photographer these days.</p>

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<p>A little off topic, but I think digital has made photography more accessible to a lot of people. There are a lot more photographers in every genre. </p>

<p>That said, I agree with Leslie. My work takes me across Europe, Africa and Asia. In general, The Asian cities seem to present more opportunities for interesting faces and street life. In particular, the Indians, Chinese and Thais seem to be very camera friendly. Just my experience...</p>

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<p>subject at two hands OK....?<br>

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<p>FWIW #2... The Think Tank bags are all black and pretty non-desrcript. They don't look like camera bags and seem pretty bullet proof. IMHO, luxury is load carrying comfort, not extra zippers... 8~)</p>

<p>FWIW, I recently bought a Think Tank Streetwalker Pro. First test was three weeks in Asia. Load was 1Ds3, 50D, 24-70/2.8, 70-200/4, 35/1.4, 17-40/4, 580EXII, spare batteries for 1Ds3/50D, battery chargers for 1Ds3/50D, CF card wallet, cleaning kit, and assorted cables. The bag seems much bigger inside than it's external dimensions suggest. It was much more comfortable to carry than the LowePro Vertex 200 I previously used for similar loads. Build quality and attention to detail are very good. <br>

That said, I agree with Ben. Take your anticipated load to the store and load the bag. </p>

<p>Both my local shops in Milano have stock, as do B&H, Adorama and Fotofile (Bangkok). </p>

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<p>It is ironic and profoundly hypocritical that such an obviously unfounded sweeping accusation is made as a condemnation of unfounded sweeping accusations. </p>

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<p>Well said, John. My work takes me across the globe - Asia, Africa, ME, Europe, South America. The only place I ever got questioned about shooting was at home in New York. So, what, I should move to Spain? </p>

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<p>@Ian ~ Really nice portfolio. One interesting thing about India is that the people are generally very camera-friendly. Well to do or desperately poor, everyone seems to smile for the camera...<br>

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<p>Another vote for the 24-105 + 35. Covers a wide range and gives you low light capability. That said, NYC has some tight little spaces that might be fun with the 12-24.</p>

<p>If you want to try reversing a lens, Novoflex makes adapters that maintain all electronic functions of the lens. I have not used this item, but their other products are very well made. <br>

Look here... http://www.novoflex.com/en/products/macro-accessories/reverse-adapter-eos-retro/</p>

<p>Another vote for 1D3. All notes above are on point and, FWIW, I have never had AF issues with my no-dot version. </p>

<p>OP ~ thanks for the question.<br /> Jonathan ~ thanks for the info. My office is moving from Milano to Hong Kong in June, and I was wondering where to go shooting. Street is good. Gritty is better. Any suggestions where to buy gear?<br>

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<p>Scott,<br /> Point taken. Horses for courses, eh? My light travel kit is 24-70/2.8, 70-200/4, and one fast prime - 35 or 85 depending on destination. The fast glass gets used maybe 10%, but it's nice to have.<br>

Ev2, which is what, like 1/2 second at f/1.4? Maybe a few years ago. Would a tripod be cheating...?</p>

<p>@Scott - And now comes the time-honored debate over what constitutes low light.... 8-) <br /> For me, fast primes are useful when ISO 200 at f/5 would give shutter speed of about 7 seconds. Shots that happen at ISO 1600, f/1.8, and still only get 1/20 shutter are what count as low light, IMHO. My favorite fast lens is the 35 f/1.4L. From a distance of about 20 feet, at f/1.8, i get a DoF of about 13 feet, which seems to work for street scenes. <br>

This is at ISO 1250, f/1.4, shutter 1/30.....<br>

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<p>Canon makes some very good quality EF-S lenses. Any EF lens will work on APC sensor cameras (40D). EF-S lenses will ONLY work on APC bodies. If you are considering going full frame in the future, EF glass can be carried over.</p>

<p>And the argument that has been beaten to death continues.... <br>

Just two comments. For those who shoot in environments where mud, blowing sand or salt spray, etc. exist, filters offer protection beyond what the hood provides. Some contaminants are highly abrasive and, personally, I would rather run the risk of scratching a filter than a front element. Also, many Canon L lenses are only weather proof if you add a front filter to complete the sealing. </p>

<p>Great pick. If you can find a little space, a small, fast prime might be worth carrying (50/1.4, 85/1.8). There are a lot of interesting things happening at night....</p>

<p>I use B&W F-Pro filters on all my lenses. They fit well, hold lens caps well, and i have never noticed any degradation in IQ. On the 70-200, it is the 77mm UV Haze 010 F-Pro, about $85 at B&H.</p>

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<p>Scott - Oh yeah. That's the MkII version, made with unobtanium coated glass, right?<br>

But seriously, if the OP shoots landscape, a 16-35 or 17-40 would be great to have in the bag. India does have stunning vistas, particularly in the north.</p>

<p>@ Richie - I also had no AF problems with 1D3. Is it clean enough to justify trade up $$...?</p>