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Going to China - Gearing Up

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Troy.
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Hey guys, so I'm going to China in a month and some change for a foreign exchange and I'll be there for two weeks give or take. So, what should I bring? I have a Canon T2i right now, and shoot photo and video.

What I have:
Canon T2i
MacBook Pro
Manfroto SLR tripod
16gb SD card


Heres what I think I need so far:
Dakine Sequence Pro
Intravaolometer
Grip
50mm 1.8
Extra SD card

And I have no idea past that. So, NS, help me. I am shooting a 15-55mm as it is, so anything you would take to go shooting in China, let me know!
Sep 12 2011 7:06PM
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rigzz
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I've always wondered, if you buy your camera gear in china, will it be less expensive? Because you could simply bring the gear you have and then, buy the stuff there, no?
Sep 12 2011 7:51PM
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Troy.
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I'm sure there are knockoffs - Delta pilots circulate a list of knockoff stores. I'll check if they have camera gear.
Sep 12 2011 11:42PM
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alexat955
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are you sure?
Sep 13 2011 1:10AM
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Troy.
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Not in the slightest.
Sep 13 2011 1:11AM
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alexat955
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they dont make a 15-55 haha thats why i was confused. is it the kit lens that you bought with your camera with?
Sep 13 2011 1:15AM
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erikK
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A telephoto if you can afford one! An adapter for whatever power outlets they use there so you can charge your shit!
Sep 13 2011 1:21AM
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chacharlie
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preface: I've never been to china but have done extensive traveling with camera throughout europe.

In my opinion, China is not the kind of place i would bring a tripod and intervalometer. I'm sure you could come up with some really creative stuff, and if thats your shooting style and you really want to, then go for it. however, when im in big cities and places where the people and the lifestyle are the focus/attraction, i tend to go light/documentary oriented.

I would bring: body, any extras (batteries, cards, charger) 50 mm, computer, and the kit lens or a wide prime if you wanted to spring for it. I would buy a 24 or maybe 18? depending on your style. You will thank yourself for not trying to haul everything around china, and *most importantly* you will be able to focus on the awesome place you're in instead of sherpa-ing loads of gear and fiddling with it.

Dont bring a sequence bag unless its going to be your only backpack. even then, its not really made for shooting while moving/traveling, since you have to take the bag off to access it, and the backcountry/skiing features of the bag only add weight and hassle. Buy a domke messenger bag or something similar that you can easily access while walking. The little ones kind of look like purses, but there are a few different brands that make really usable bags that don't look so obvious.
Sep 13 2011 1:36AM
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alexat955
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he can buy a knockoff bag. and probably a battery grip or intervalometer, im sure its made in the same place as it would be if he got it off ebay or amazon for cheap
Sep 13 2011 1:47AM
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erikK
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There are many people that would consider a Tamron a knockoff.
Sep 13 2011 2:11AM
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the.cheat
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its not a knockoff. at all?
Sep 13 2011 10:21AM
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alexat955
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Technically its not a canon lens so it is
Sep 13 2011 12:10PM
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solitaryman
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Fail. It's a third party lens, not a knock off buddy. Fucking Canon buttpirates, man. That lens is better than the 17-40 on a crop sensor, but it doesn't have a big red ring around it so people ignore it.
Sep 13 2011 9:05PM
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alexat955
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He said "many people would consider the tamron a knockoff". I am not one of those people, don't take your anger out on me. But in the canon manuals it says to use only genuine canon lenses. People take that in all different ways
Sep 13 2011 9:08PM
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the.cheat
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theres a big difference between third party and knock off. i don't really think many people follow canons rules lol but whatever. the 17-50 is great
Sep 13 2011 9:10PM
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alexat955
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Yeah I know haha, like I said I don't care but there are people out there that would I guess
Sep 13 2011 10:02PM
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erikK
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I never said I didn't like it either. I haven't ever used one and never will buy one, but I've heard only good things about it and seen nice images from it.
Sep 13 2011 10:04PM
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the.cheat
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are you the kind of person who will only buy canon brand things?
Sep 13 2011 10:06PM
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erikK
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No, I shoot Nikon
Sep 13 2011 10:08PM
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the.cheat
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then replace canon with nikon.
Sep 13 2011 10:09PM
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erikK
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I currently do not own any third party lenses but I would consider buying one if it is a good option. I really like the Tokina 11-16 and the Tamron 17-50, but I already have that range covered so it's not a big deal. Bottom line is no I am not limited to Nikon glass.
Sep 13 2011 10:13PM
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the.cheat
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ok good.
Sep 13 2011 10:16PM
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blatt
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Ditch the 50mm, I feel that if you're backpacking, You want to cover as much focal length as possible. Maybe a tele prime if you're worried about low light
Sep 13 2011 11:46PM
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Troy.
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I'm actually not backpacking, I'm with a foreign exchange program, but am also using this to fill out my camera inventory.

So weight isn't an issue, and I am planning on taking a tripod.
Sep 15 2011 7:15PM
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