I have every native FE lens made and the A7rIIThinking of taking the 2 BATIS lenses and the 24-70 F4 PLUS the Sony RX100 IV when being active/Hiking in the mountains. Going to the La fortuna region/Arenal Volcano areaAny suggestions?Thanks

MDGolfer wrote:I have every native FE lens made and the A7rIIThinking of taking the 2 BATIS lenses and the 24-70 F4 PLUS the Sony RX100 IV when being active/Hiking in the mountains. Going to the La fortuna region/Arenal Volcano areaThe 2 Batis lenses and your 24-70 more or less duplicate each other, I would take something wider, and something longer.Any suggestions?Have fun.Thanks

MDGolfer wrote:I have every native FE lens made and the A7rIIThinking of taking the 2 BATIS lenses and the 24-70 F4 PLUS the Sony RX100 IV when being active/Hiking in the mountains. Going to the La fortuna region/Arenal Volcano areaAny suggestions?ThanksI brought my 5DIII to Costa Rica over the summer, and found myself using the longer end of my 70-200 quite a bit on the flora and fauna, including flowers on the ground, monkeys in the canopy, and hummingbirds in between.  I also used the wider end of my 16-35 a bit too for environmental shots of our resort and activities (e.g., horseback riding, zip lining).  So, I'd second the other poster that you need longer and wider.Also, I'd add a GoPro to your list if you're planning on zip lining other other kinds of adventure activities.

Nothing specific to add, but just want to say that I am jealous of both your equipment and your holiday. Enjoy yourself!

Costa Rica generally means wildlife. Or nature in general.From experience (twice, and probably again next year) there are lots of small and far away things. And some amazing views.So the take the longest thing you have. If it's native, then often it won't be enough. I know, I have the longest options in native lenses.The 24-240 will go on a6000 when I need as much zoom and ability to crop. The 70-200 for quality and where every bit of light counts. Still wishing for native 300mm.You may often find yourself in very shady jungle. So fast may frequently be necessary.Thinking back, I probably have had less need for ultra wide, so think I could get away with 24-240mm and 28mm.For my compact I have olympus tough tg4. As above, either a go pro or something like this I would recommend. You may get wet on occasion.

I took RX10, Rx100, and Sony Action camera. Loved the extreme wide angle shots of Action cam in Manuel Antonio and rainforests.What a lovely country. Enjoy your trip.

hOW ABOUT A 16-35F4, BATIS 85 FOR PORTRAITS AND EITHER MY 70-200F4 OR SHOULD I GET A PANASONIC FZ1000 FOR THE 1 INCH SENSOR WITH A 400MM ZOOM AND LEAVE THE SONY RX100 IV HOME?THANKS

MDGolfer wrote:hOW ABOUT A 16-35F4, BATIS 85 FOR PORTRAITS AND EITHER MY 70-200F4 OR SHOULD I GET A PANASONIC FZ1000 FOR THE 1 INCH SENSOR WITH A 400MM ZOOM AND LEAVE THE SONY RX100 IV HOME?THANKSOne vote for the FZ1000.

Don't confuse yourself with yet another camera. It's best to use the gear you know and love. It's not necessary, in my opinion, to bring everything to be prepared for every eventuality. I would be quite happy to travel with nothing but 16-35 lens. Or even nothing but 55/1.8.It's far far more important to be at the right place at the right time, see for example this:http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/56743129

I visited that very area last December and decided to take minimal gear. From experience in Cuban rainforests (which are admittedly much hotter) I knew that they are rarely that photogenic, very wet and muddy and also quite gloomy. Where the Sun does break through, the contrast ratio can be huge. Around La Fortuna, the forests are cooler, but you do not want to be lugging a sack of gear with you. The landscapes are magnificent - but only when the there is no cloud cover. Most of the wildlife shots I got were actually in the "sanctuaries" (ie small zoos) where the critters are under more control.I took a video camera, a Fuji W3 (I am a 3D enthusiast) and a Canon G15 - and thats it. Now I know the area, if I ever returned I dont think I would do any different. Take a very good compact and you will have more time to enjoy the environment.

Robert Tolputt wrote:I visited that very area last December and decided to take minimal gear. From experience in Cuban rainforests (which are admittedly much hotter) I knew that they are rarely that photogenic, very wet and muddy and also quite gloomy. Where the Sun does break through, the contrast ratio can be huge. Around La Fortuna, the forests are cooler, but you do not want to be lugging a sack of gear with you. The landscapes are magnificent - but only when the there is no cloud cover. Most of the wildlife shots I got were actually in the "sanctuaries" (ie small zoos) where the critters are under more control.I took a video camera, a Fuji W3 (I am a 3D enthusiast) and a Canon G15 - and thats it. Now I know the area, if I ever returned I dont think I would do any different. Take a very good compact and you will have more time to enjoy the environment.there is something to be said for convenience in that sort of place.last trip i mostly used my 18-200mm on samsung nx300, and nx1000 with 30mm pancake, because it was so small i always took it.what i learned was i needed better, faster glass, but also, the camera thats small enough to be negligible to carry gets a lot of use, even if its not the best.for trip to mexico in 3 weeks and costa rica next year i see 24-240 on a6000 getting a lot of love, the a7ii with 70-200, but also very much the olympus tg4 because it will always be with me due to size.

Beautiful picture.I am thinking the 16-35 for general pictures.85mm for portraits of my wifeSony RX100 IV when out and about doing fun/adventure stuff where carrying a larger camera is more of a hindrance.Maybe keep the 24-240 for everything else....THanks everyone for your insightful input.

Sony A7RII + FE 24-240mm zoom + Fe 90mm macro + flash + Beamer flash extender...that's it.Monkeys, birds, wildlife - often at a distance, hence you'll need a telephoto; the flash and the flash extender are to highlight wildlife in trees w/ low light; macro lens for flora and tiny colorful frogs.There may be mist and rain in the jungle / forest areas, therefore consider protection for your equipment.  Don't forget rain gear.  Check weather conditions beforehand.If you go hiking, the small and pocketable Sony X100 IV may be worthwhile having.Enjoy!john

MDGolfer wrote:Beautiful picture.I am thinking the 16-35 for general pictures.85mm for portraits of my wifeSony RX100 IV when out and about doing fun/adventure stuff where carrying a larger camera is more of a hindrance.Maybe keep the 24-240 for everything else....THanks everyone for your insightful input.If I went back, I'd take a waterproof camera for the beach, my A7r, my CV15III, my Leica R 180/3.4APO, and something(1-2 lenses) in the 24-100 range, Leica R 60 macro, G 45/2

Thankyou so much for all your replies.I think i will take the 24-240mm, 90mm and Sony RX100 IVThat gives me enough versatility and covers the focal lengths i shoot the most.Thanks again.

Post your results - love to see your photos!

will be back end of jauary and post. thanks again