Venice! Stonehenge, London. M6 or M10R?

[madNbad]

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5 minutes ago, Huss said:

I think you mean silicon. Silicone is more of an 'enhancer'.

Squishy sensors, the next step in digital photography. 

[Huss]

4 minutes ago, madNbad said:

Squishy sensors, the next step in digital photography. 

I love me some squishy sensors.

[MEC]

Currently mentally bringing the M6+ 21mm. B&W and color reversal. Let's see if I stick to it.

The M10R has a habit of completely dominating trips. 

[Huss]

I'd just take the M6 + 28 and leave everything else.  Leave the Barnack.  Leave the digital camera.

[MEC]

Only bringing the one. 28 is lighter and "Easier" but when the 21 hits, it really hits. 

[madNbad]

3 minutes ago, MEC said:

Only bringing the one. 28 is lighter and "Easier" but when the 21 hits, it really hits. 

The 28 would be useful for any environmental portraits, the 21 will work better in cramped spaces and capturing much more of the scene. Pick one camera and lens combination and stay with it.

[Eclectic Man]

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Firstly, check out the thread on carrying film through airport security: 

 

Secondly, whilst Stonehenge is big, you are not allowed to get very close to much of it.  In a 21mm image, it could actually appear quite small.

Whatever you decide, I hope you enjoy yourself and get some nice photos.

[pedaes]

On 8/6/2023 at 6:22 PM, MEC said:

a 21 summilux, or 28 summicron

For Stonehenge, make sure you book the 'inside stones' tour or you may find yourself farther  away from the stones than you would prefer.

[Huss]

I'm serious about the one camera, one lens thing.  It is so freeing.  No juggling, no carrying extra stuff.  Using what you got in the best way.  It will also improve your imaging skills.

Whenever I go out for a day shooting, I always only take one lens/camera combo.  Even though I have  lot of stuff.  And never regret it.

[Glasauge]

Venice deserves /needs 21 mm

[junix]

On 8/6/2023 at 9:22 PM, MEC said:

Hey All -

Always love getting thoughts from people who like talking about these things and know what they're talking about. 

I'm headed to Venice for 24 hours and Stonehenge for an afternoon this month - should I bring an M6 or M10R? Will likely be attaching a 21 summilux, or 28 summicron. 

And a Barnack ii in the back pocket. 

Thanks!

Michael 

I would go with M10R + 28 Summicron and leave the Barnack at home.

First time in Venice? First time in Stonehenge?

[MEC]

1 hour ago, junix said:

I would go with M10R + 28 Summicron and leave the Barnack at home.

First time in Venice? First time in Stonehenge?

Fifth in Venice. First on Stonehenge. Maybe I need the 75 summarit in the bag for Stonehenge. This may go against the one lens I usually bring and what everyone thinks is a great idea, I need something more respectable for Stonehenge. Barnack will be homebound lol 

Edited August 8, 2023 by MEC

[MEC]

1 hour ago, Glasauge said:

Venice deserves /needs 21 mm

I definitely agree. Worth the extra weight. 

[MEC]

2 hours ago, Huss said:

I'm serious about the one camera, one lens thing.  It is so freeing.  No juggling, no carrying extra stuff.  Using what you got in the best way.  It will also improve your imaging skills.

Whenever I go out for a day shooting, I always only take one lens/camera combo.  Even though I have  lot of stuff.  And never regret it.

I agree, though I may be bringing a 75 summarit in the bag for Stonehenge. 

[MEC]

5 hours ago, pedaes said:

For Stonehenge, make sure you book the 'inside stones' tour or you may find yourself farther  away from the stones than you would prefer.

Those look amazing but sadly wasn't able to get it for my timeframe. That will likely bring me back one day. Then the 21mm will really come in handy. 

[MEC]

8 hours ago, Eclectic Man said:

Firstly, check out the thread on carrying film through airport security: 

 

Secondly, whilst Stonehenge is big, you are not allowed to get very close to much of it.  In a 21mm image, it could actually appear quite small.

Whatever you decide, I hope you enjoy yourself and get some nice photos. 

Thank you for the Hama rec. You also convinced me to tuck away my 75 Summarit just for Stonehenge. And thank you. 

[earleygallery]

One camera, one 28 or 35 will be enough.

At Stonehenge you'll get fairly close but it might be difficult to get any shots that don't have other people in them. You might get your best shots from further away.

Venice is going to be rammed. You'll get the usual tourist shots for sure but maybe you're better looking for the more unusual subject matter.

[earleygallery]

You could also think about doing this.

https://www.sarsen.org/2013/11/channel-4-walking-through-history.html

[madNbad]

My favorite picture from Venice. Not technically great but considering it was  taken with an iPhone 7 with no adjustments. The gondolier is holding a deck of cards with a friends business logo on them. I offered him some cash but he did it for free.

 

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[junix]

6 hours ago, MEC said:

Fifth in Venice. First on Stonehenge.

Then M6 with 28mm Summicron and have fun!