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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
10-03-2016, 04:59 PM
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Most of you are going on day hikes and bringing your whole camera outfit, everything but the kitchen sink.
It's seems odd that one would purchase a miniature format camera yet willingly burden themselves with a full pack of gear.
It has been a hard lesson learned in my 40+ years of photography that one should always travel light.
Chris
P.S. FWIW I've been on countless day hikes as well as week-long backpacking trips.
I was scrambling up a trail with an external frame pack likely before you were born.
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
10-02-2016, 12:28 PM
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"Alright gang, let's go out and take some photos - er, I mean make some true images. Got everything?"
Chris
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
09-30-2016, 10:12 PM
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I did suggest an alternative: Anything else.
Well, except maybe a photo vest. Don't get me started on those! ;)
A well-designed shoulder bag, such as those made by Domke, will work equally well on a hike as in town.
It is important to keep your gear to a minimum (i.e. essentials only).
IMO that's a lesson the backpack crowd sorely needs to learn!
Chris
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
09-29-2016, 03:33 PM
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Fair enough, but when I can finally get around and pass you on the trail know I'm smiling for a reason.
And please be careful in town e.g. standing in line at Starbucks with that backpack.
I've seen the backpack crowd whack the coffee right out of the hands of the person behind them.
"To make a true image"? Thanks, that's classic! Gotta remember that one...
Why, because I disagree with you and dislike your favored method for hauling way too much gear?
Others may be open-minded enough to consider some more practical alternative to a backpack.
Chris
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
09-29-2016, 02:01 AM
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Often the opportunity for a great photo is fleeting, and gone in an instant.
Gear stowed on your back is never at the ready for a quick shot.
Practically any other type of bag would be faster.
Not to mention how ridiculous backpacks look... ;)
Chris
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
09-28-2016, 05:46 PM
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Backpacks are good for backpacking. For photography not so much...
Chris
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