Holy Moly!!! You look so clean cut!! LOL The change is incredible!! Love your photos! You should do a photo coffee table book or some sort of use of all those photos. Presentations?? Teaching?? Best of luck AL! and you have so many subscribers now!! Whoo hoo. Can wait to see what adventures you take us on next!!
I use the HMG Camera Pod (104g) attached to the lower side of my pack (easily accessible with the pack on) which gives great protection from the elements and some protection from hits, personally I dislike having a large camera & lens on the PD clip for longer trips (don't like the swinging, pressure from the clip & how it complicates handling the pack on its own). I charge the camera directly via USB (possible on the Nikon Z7) so I have no spare batteries, will carry a powerbank for my phone anyway.
Thank you for sharing this. I have used the Peak Design clip for several seasons on multi-day hikes in the UK with mixed experience. I can just about squeeze it over the bulky strap on my Osprey Exos but then the clip digs into my ribs. That’s fine for a day but becomes a good detractor from any foot pain after several days ;-) The shoulder straps on my Sierra Designs Flex Capacitor are simply too wide to fit the Peak Design clip or would obstruct the water bottle pouches. I have put it on the hip strap at the front with the camera mounted sideways. That works well and doesn’t hinder me except on steep climbs. I use an Olympus OM-D EM-1 II with the 12-40 PRO lens. That is a smaller setup but still quite heavy. The clip works well on my day pack. I have also used a lightweight camera bag that I clipped at the top of the shoulder straps and then have it hanging in front of my chest. Good place to keep the camera and protect it from the weather. I find that setup comfortable but it’s a faff when you take your backpack on and off. - So, long story short, anybody looking for the excellent setup,with the Peak Design clip, check if the shoulder straps an your rucksack ar suitable.
That is a big thing to watch out for. My capture clip is too small to fit my Atlas Adventure pack. The straps on that are really overbuilt and comfortable. The capture clip is way too small for that. I wonder if they'll ever make a larger size.
great video! I am weighing the pros/cons of bringing my full frame Lumix S5 and multiple lenses (24-105, 100mm macro, maybe a telephoto) - i guess one of my biggest concerns is slipping and falling while the camera is on one of those shoulder clips - but i guess just another reason to be extra careful, lol - would you pack your camera in your bag on intense ascends/descends?
The famous phrase is "Hike your own Hike". I took the 24-105mm and found it worked well as a "Jack-of-all-trades" lens. I got some great macro, landscape, and portrait shots using it. I wouldn't take more than one lens, but whether you do is up to you. Lenses are heavy and they take up valuable pack space. Most of the time, you are hiking to get to camp. Stopping to take off your pack, take out a lens, change it out with the one on the camera, and take the shot takes time. Is the subject still there? I also have a telephoto and a macro and it was hard to leave them at home, but I am very happy with the photos I took with the single lens. The only time I put the camera in the pack was during heavy rain storms, deep water creek crossings, and the Mahoosuc Notch. I was fortunate not to bash it during the hike.
Thank you for putting this out. Like you, I have been looking for thru-hiking with a camera and no one talks about bringing it/how to protect it/etc. What was your camera and lens and what was your thought process choosing your lens to take (focal length, one lens or 2 lens etc)? Thanks again.
Yeah, it does seem like nobody talks about it. My camera set-up on the thru-hike was Sony A7riii and Sony 24-105mm f/4 G. I chose that lens because it can go reasonably wide and telephoto. It does a good enough job at macro when zoomed fully to 105mm and has image stabilisation. It also has weather sealing which was essential in the wet weather of the Appalachian Trail. I found 24mm on full frame was wide enough for almost all landscape shots on the Appalachian Trail. I didn't think it would be but I can only remember a couple of times when I struggled to fit the whole scene in. Low light was a bit of a problem but I wouldn't have wanted to add weight by taking a 24-70 f/2.8 or sacrifice focal range by swapping it for an ultra-wide. I definitely wouldn't have wanted to add extra weight and take up the pack space by carrying a second lens.
@@Adventure_Together Good to know. I have a Sony a6000 with the 18-105 f4 which is my go to day hike lens (I also use the peak design clip to hold my camera, thanks for the rain cover tip on that too). I plan on upgrading to a Sony A7c to stay compact but full frame and I'm still trying to figure out a lens. The new Tamron 35-150 f2-2.8 seems awesome but it's large and 2ibs on its own. Alternatively, I thought a6600 with the Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 and Sony 70-375 which is roughly same weight as the A7c with the Tamron. Both has pros and cons (upgrading camera to one that has IBIS and weather sealing). Still photography would be really important to me on any long hike/thru-hike and I've kitted my base weight to be just around 10ibs before camera weight (since I don't know what I'm taking yet). Over all with everything I should be carrying a pack less than 20ibs. Any thoughts or tips there? (Sorry for the wall of txt but you seem to actually care about the photography side of your hike which is rare.)
Sorry for the delay, I didn't see this comment reply. So, lens-wise, I like the idea of an all-purpose with a narrower maximum aperture to keep down the weight. The Tamron you mentioned is a beast but I wouldn't want that hanging from my shoulder. My advice is to go for a lens that works for you. I appreciate the telephoto and macro capabilities of the Sony 24-105mm G. Not great for portraits and 24mm isn't the greatest for those wide vistas, but it does everything well enough to be worth the sacrifice. If you don't use a telephoto for shots, then maybe the 18-50 will work better for you. It would make landscape photography a little more flexible than with a 24mm. I haven't used the A7C yet, so I can't wade in on that.
You seem like an awesome person and I have the same camera setup. Please let me give you one piece of advice that will make your subs shoot up. Don't tell so much, show. Your trip on the Appalachian trail sounds badass but you don't show us even 1 second of that trip. We don't get to see where you went or the raining you talk about. That would have been a great video. Tell AND show.
Sir, you have created the perfect video for people like yourself as you were preparing for your own hike. This is EXACTLY what I needed to find. Thank you! Question: Would a super cheap shower cap work as the camera rain cover? I'm a very budget oriented person, and to me it seems like it would serve the same purpose.
I'd say a shower cap could work. Two caveats: 1. Durability in overgrown environments 2. Tightening the opening so water doesn't gather in the bottom Give it a try. It might work really well.
Not sure there's a "Best" of anything. There's only what suits you the best. Maybe the Sony A7c is good as it's pretty small comparatively. It's all what suits your needs. The Sony A7riii was my weapon of choice.
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Holy Moly!!! You look so clean cut!! LOL The change is incredible!! Love your photos! You should do a photo coffee table book or some sort of use of all those photos. Presentations?? Teaching?? Best of luck AL! and you have so many subscribers now!! Whoo hoo. Can wait to see what adventures you take us on next!!
Hard to believe its the same person as the bearded man that we saw in the vlogs 😅
I use the HMG Camera Pod (104g) attached to the lower side of my pack (easily accessible with the pack on) which gives great protection from the elements and some protection from hits, personally I dislike having a large camera & lens on the PD clip for longer trips (don't like the swinging, pressure from the clip & how it complicates handling the pack on its own). I charge the camera directly via USB (possible on the Nikon Z7) so I have no spare batteries, will carry a powerbank for my phone anyway.
Sounds like you have your gear dialled in!
Thank you for sharing this. I have used the Peak Design clip for several seasons on multi-day hikes in the UK with mixed experience. I can just about squeeze it over the bulky strap on my Osprey Exos but then the clip digs into my ribs. That’s fine for a day but becomes a good detractor from any foot pain after several days ;-) The shoulder straps on my Sierra Designs Flex Capacitor are simply too wide to fit the Peak Design clip or would obstruct the water bottle pouches. I have put it on the hip strap at the front with the camera mounted sideways. That works well and doesn’t hinder me except on steep climbs. I use an Olympus OM-D EM-1 II with the 12-40 PRO lens. That is a smaller setup but still quite heavy. The clip works well on my day pack. I have also used a lightweight camera bag that I clipped at the top of the shoulder straps and then have it hanging in front of my chest. Good place to keep the camera and protect it from the weather. I find that setup comfortable but it’s a faff when you take your backpack on and off. - So, long story short, anybody looking for the excellent setup,with the Peak Design clip, check if the shoulder straps an your rucksack ar suitable.
That is a big thing to watch out for. My capture clip is too small to fit my Atlas Adventure pack. The straps on that are really overbuilt and comfortable. The capture clip is way too small for that. I wonder if they'll ever make a larger size.
Great video, it was very informative! Did you take any battery bank with you on the trail?
Thank you. Yes, I had a 20,000mah battery bank that I used to charge my phone and wireless earbuds.
great video! I am weighing the pros/cons of bringing my full frame Lumix S5 and multiple lenses (24-105, 100mm macro, maybe a telephoto) - i guess one of my biggest concerns is slipping and falling while the camera is on one of those shoulder clips - but i guess just another reason to be extra careful, lol - would you pack your camera in your bag on intense ascends/descends?
The famous phrase is "Hike your own Hike". I took the 24-105mm and found it worked well as a "Jack-of-all-trades" lens. I got some great macro, landscape, and portrait shots using it.
I wouldn't take more than one lens, but whether you do is up to you. Lenses are heavy and they take up valuable pack space. Most of the time, you are hiking to get to camp. Stopping to take off your pack, take out a lens, change it out with the one on the camera, and take the shot takes time. Is the subject still there?
I also have a telephoto and a macro and it was hard to leave them at home, but I am very happy with the photos I took with the single lens.
The only time I put the camera in the pack was during heavy rain storms, deep water creek crossings, and the Mahoosuc Notch. I was fortunate not to bash it during the hike.
@@Adventure_Together thanks for your input - you bring up a great point about stopping to remove lenses from my bag, and the pain that would be. lol
Thank you for putting this out. Like you, I have been looking for thru-hiking with a camera and no one talks about bringing it/how to protect it/etc. What was your camera and lens and what was your thought process choosing your lens to take (focal length, one lens or 2 lens etc)? Thanks again.
Yeah, it does seem like nobody talks about it. My camera set-up on the thru-hike was Sony A7riii and Sony 24-105mm f/4 G.
I chose that lens because it can go reasonably wide and telephoto. It does a good enough job at macro when zoomed fully to 105mm and has image stabilisation. It also has weather sealing which was essential in the wet weather of the Appalachian Trail.
I found 24mm on full frame was wide enough for almost all landscape shots on the Appalachian Trail. I didn't think it would be but I can only remember a couple of times when I struggled to fit the whole scene in.
Low light was a bit of a problem but I wouldn't have wanted to add weight by taking a 24-70 f/2.8 or sacrifice focal range by swapping it for an ultra-wide. I definitely wouldn't have wanted to add extra weight and take up the pack space by carrying a second lens.
@@Adventure_Together Good to know. I have a Sony a6000 with the 18-105 f4 which is my go to day hike lens (I also use the peak design clip to hold my camera, thanks for the rain cover tip on that too). I plan on upgrading to a Sony A7c to stay compact but full frame and I'm still trying to figure out a lens. The new Tamron 35-150 f2-2.8 seems awesome but it's large and 2ibs on its own. Alternatively, I thought a6600 with the Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 and Sony 70-375 which is roughly same weight as the A7c with the Tamron. Both has pros and cons (upgrading camera to one that has IBIS and weather sealing).
Still photography would be really important to me on any long hike/thru-hike and I've kitted my base weight to be just around 10ibs before camera weight (since I don't know what I'm taking yet). Over all with everything I should be carrying a pack less than 20ibs.
Any thoughts or tips there? (Sorry for the wall of txt but you seem to actually care about the photography side of your hike which is rare.)
Sorry for the delay, I didn't see this comment reply.
So, lens-wise, I like the idea of an all-purpose with a narrower maximum aperture to keep down the weight. The Tamron you mentioned is a beast but I wouldn't want that hanging from my shoulder. My advice is to go for a lens that works for you. I appreciate the telephoto and macro capabilities of the Sony 24-105mm G. Not great for portraits and 24mm isn't the greatest for those wide vistas, but it does everything well enough to be worth the sacrifice. If you don't use a telephoto for shots, then maybe the 18-50 will work better for you. It would make landscape photography a little more flexible than with a 24mm.
I haven't used the A7C yet, so I can't wade in on that.
You seem like an awesome person and I have the same camera setup. Please let me give you one piece of advice that will make your subs shoot up. Don't tell so much, show. Your trip on the Appalachian trail sounds badass but you don't show us even 1 second of that trip. We don't get to see where you went or the raining you talk about. That would have been a great video. Tell AND show.
Oh almost 4 mins in there was a 3 second clip of the trail. Once again, that looks cool. Show us more.
Thanks for the tip, you're right. I'll make sure to put more clips in when I make other videos.
Sir, you have created the perfect video for people like yourself as you were preparing for your own hike. This is EXACTLY what I needed to find. Thank you!
Question: Would a super cheap shower cap work as the camera rain cover? I'm a very budget oriented person, and to me it seems like it would serve the same purpose.
I'd say a shower cap could work. Two caveats:
1. Durability in overgrown environments
2. Tightening the opening so water doesn't gather in the bottom
Give it a try. It might work really well.
@@Adventure_Together Thanks! I think I will. I'll try to find one that's maybe a little thicker and has a tighter band.
Hi, what clutch strap did you use here? Thanks!
Just a generic one I bought from Ebay about 12 years ago.
What's the BEST lightest FULL SENSOR camera for thru hiking?
Not sure there's a "Best" of anything. There's only what suits you the best. Maybe the Sony A7c is good as it's pretty small comparatively. It's all what suits your needs. The Sony A7riii was my weapon of choice.