To Japan

[Little T]

So i find myself heading to japan in about a month now...

All i currently have for camera gear is a digital rebel xti, a tamron 28-70 2.8, and a nice external flash (cant think of name of it right now for some reason, but friend helped me pick it out).

My thing is i dont really have alot of money but i know that if i had another lens or 2... like maybe a 70-200 and or wide angle. I'd be able to get alot more photos worth it and seeing as how its a once and a life time trip i might just have to bust out the old credit card.

Seeing as how you all travle often and have more experience in this than me what would you recommend?

[ian408]

I'm gonna move this over to cameras for some more eyeballs.

[z_28]

First thing - how much do you want/got to spend ?

[TylerW]

Are you currently in a major metropolitan area? Can you rent glass?

If you can, rent a 16-35 f/2.8L, and maybe the 70-200. My last time, in Tokyo at least, I was yearning for wider glass, not longer, but the 70-200 will let you pick out candid urban portraits. Depends on what you're into.

also look into www.rentglass.com

[claudermilk]

When I got an opportunity for a possibly-once-in-a-lifetime trip, I went wide. I had the venerable 24-70/2.8 & 50/1.8. I added a Tokina 12-24/4 and made good use of it. I really didn't miss the longer end too terribly much. So, I'd say look at that or its perennial rival, the Canon 10-22.

[Little T]

Are you currently in a major metropolitan area? Can you rent glass?

If you can, rent a 16-35 f/2.8L, and maybe the 70-200. My last time, in Tokyo at least, I was yearning for wider glass, not longer, but the 70-200 will let you pick out candid urban portraits. Depends on what you're into.

also look into www.rentglass.com (http://www.rentglass.com)

Honestly i have no idea if i can rent glass from anywhere near me i will check in with my friend who got me into photography :D

And yea i definatly know i will want a wideangle cause i want some great memorable photos!

70-200 is more for a just incase cause i dont want to be over there out of options if you know what i mean.

most of the things on that website are currently unavailable though but i will keep an eye open.

Thanks for the advice.