Landscape photographers often find themselves hiking longer distances or on routes with significant elevation changes. Decisions about what camera gear to carry can influence the hike’s success, both in reaching the destination and photography results. Is there a one lens solution for these hikes?
In this video, Nigel Danson reviews the camera gear he is packing for a hike with a large amount of elevation change to reach the top of the peak. Keeping to a minimum amount of equipment, Danson packs his Nikon Z8 and the Nikon 24-200mm lens.
Danson has several lenses at his disposal to select from, including the Nikon 24-120mm, but he chooses the 24-200mm lens for this particular hike. He acknowledges the lens is as sharp as the 24-120mm, but when in the mountains, he values the additional reach the 24-200mm lens provides.
During inclement weather, Danson leads the viewer into the mountains, which pays off with fantastic light on the higher peaks. He also discusses some photography techniques to help make the 24-200mm lens even more versatile for wide angle shots.
I often face similar decisions on what to carry for certain hikes. This video was an excellent insight into what other landscape photographers choose for longer and more rugged hikes while still providing stunning results.
