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p.1 #1 · Canon 1D advise

I currently have a Canon 5D and I love the camera it makes exceptional pics. I have been wanting a Canon 1D just as a backup hiking camera as I will taking a trip soon and want a cheaper, tougher and rugged camera for the trails. I see where the 1D would fit that description as I want to leave the 5D home and not risk damaging it due to inclement weather, excess dust and the rough terrain I will be in. Any suggestions also what would be a good tough zoom lens.
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Dec 02, 2009 at 04:36 PM

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p.1 #2 · Canon 1D advise

I don't think you would find a good tough zoom lens. If you drop a lens on hard rock ot it takes a tumble down the rocks, it will have damage.
I've hiked with my 1Dmk2 and finally caved in for 5Dmk2 due to weight and size.
I used 24-70L and it's a great lens on the trail.
Here's one from Death Canyon looking at Teton with 1Dmk2 and 24-70L.

Dec 02, 2009 at 05:01 PM

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p.1 #3 · Canon 1D advise

Hiking with the 1D and 24-70L must be brutle.

If I were the OP I think I would rather just slap a 50mm on the 5D, or hire a mule to carry the 1D/24-70 combo.

Dec 02, 2009 at 05:09 PM

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p.1 #4 · Canon 1D advise

Heavy bulky and not a good idea. Get a 4/3 body and a decent zoom and be very happy.

Dave

Dec 02, 2009 at 05:14 PM

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p.1 #5 · Canon 1D advise

Yup! After Grand Teton trip I vowed never hike with 1Dmk2 ever again.
It was one painful hike up to Death Canyon shelf.

Chad S wrote:
Hiking with the 1D and 24-70L must be brutle.

If I were the OP I think I would rather just slap a 50mm on the 5D, or hire a mule to carry the 1D/24-70 combo.

Dec 02, 2009 at 05:17 PM

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p.1 #6 · Canon 1D advise

funny how most people want to go lighter smaller when hiking, I had a 1D for a while and will say that the combo of it and a 28-70L was not my idea of travelling light

Mind you it could be used in place of a hammer for tent pegs, so that would make the backpack lighter

Just think of the other uses as well, you could use it as a weapon to hunt some food (cant see a rabbit getting up and hopping away after being hit by one)

Dec 02, 2009 at 05:23 PM

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p.1 #7 · Canon 1D advise

Used as hammer!

HAHAHA! Damn funny!

Ian.Dobinson wrote:
funny how most people want to go lighter smaller when hiking, I had a 1D for a while and will say that the combo of it and a 28-70L was not my idea of travelling light

Mind you it could be used in place of a hammer for tent pegs, so that would make the backpack lighter

Just think of the other uses as well, you could use it as a weapon to hunt some food (cant see a rabbit getting up and hopping away after being hit by one)

Dec 02, 2009 at 05:30 PM

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p.1 #8 · Canon 1D advise

Answered my question

Dec 02, 2009 at 11:54 PM

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p.1 #9 · Canon 1D advise

To be honest, I think the 1D is probably one of the worst cameras to go hiking with... and I say that having carried a 1D up many a mountain. 4mp is not much, its native ISO is only 200 and not 100, it's heavy, it requires a bunch of extra batteries just in case (more weight and bulk), and so on. A 1D2 or newer would be better as a bare minimum, but still maybe overkill.

I dunno about you, but when I hike I rarely keep my camera and lens out. It just swings around too much and gets in the way as I make my way down the trail. For grab shots you can pull it out from a hip pouch which works well, but for serious landscape work, you're gonna be stopping to carefully mount your camera on the tripod tripod anyways and when you're doing that, why do you need a rugged camera?

The 5D and 5DII are probably better fits for landscape. A friend of mine recently got back from Everest with a 5DII and LOVED it. The files are great, the batteries are small and lightweight, and the durability was just fine.

Yes it's great having a weather-sealed body, especially when shooting in the rain, near waterfalls, or even if you're gonna have the potential for storms in general. I remember being absolutely giddy at the opportunity to shoot in the Smokies in pouring down rain with a 1D2 and 70-200 2.8 IS. It was wonderful! Having weather-sealing on a camera outdoors is a huge plus.

So if you plan to shoot under harsh conditions such as rain, snow, or mud, then a 1-series is probably for you. I'd suggest a 1D2 instead of a 1D. You'll get better low-light performance, can shoot at native ISO of 100 or even dip down to 50, get a better LCD for viewing in the daytime, and will need to bring fewer spare batteries. Just make sure you consider the added weight and bulk that you'll be carrying along with a 1D as a compromise to your 5D.

If you're worried about the elements, consider some sort of rain-protective bag for your 5D. You've already got yourself a great camera that's a brilliant performer for landscape and hiking. Just suit it up a bit more and you should be good to go!

Dec 03, 2009 at 12:57 AM

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p.1 #10 · Canon 1D advise

Thank you for an honest and serious answer I think I will pick up a 50mm and use the 5D just get some protective bags to keep it in when I get inot rain or near waterfalls

Dec 03, 2009 at 02:22 AM

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