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I'll piggyback on this thread too as I am planning to go to Hawaii (Maui and Oahu) in a couple of months. I am anxious to see some pictures (will check pbase as well) but I am set on taking the SD700IS and 30D with 24-105 L IS.

Cheers,

José
ckb said:
Trying not to cross post. Here is orig thread with info.
http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1018&message=21639704
Any suggestions for photo ops and gear to take with 5D? Would love
to see your images from the Big Island and details on settings,
equipment and travel.
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ckb
visit my sites at http://www.photographybychris.net
and at http://www.pbase.com/ckb
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I finally made the trip to Maui last Summer. I had my 30D and a EF-S 10-22 and a Tamron 18-200 zoom at the time before the bug bit me to upgrade both camera and lenses. The 10-22 which I used a lot to get the right perspective. I especially liked the sunsets on the west side of the island.



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V.Sharp
 
For sure you want wide. I would think that the 24-105L would be wide enough for most shots on your 5D.

That and something in the ultra wide like the 17-40 or 16-35 would be usefull in HVNP, Mauna Kea summit.

I don't think you'll need anything long. I live here but I don't get to get out and shoot anything- just the kids around the house or playing soccer, ballette etc...

But IMO you won't use a telephoto much if at all.

Things to see:

The Volcano of course (Hawaii Volcano National Park), Akaka Falls, Waipio Valley, Pololu Valley, Mauna Kea summit, South Point, City of Refuge, Kealakekua Bay, Parker Ranch, and I'm sure many others that I've not thought of that are likely listed in the visitor magazines and informational flyers at the airports and hotels.

Hope you have good weather and a nice trip.

Gene
 
Chris, I really like your web page. I didn't take either a monopod or tripod but next time for more stable shots I will because we will go without the kids. You have to go to Haleakala(volcano on Maui) as suggested. I also used a polarizing filter on some shots to get a better effect with the clear blue skies and water. As it was also mentioned telephoto was hardly used. I believe the only time I used it was to get close ups of the dancers at the Luau. Here's the shot with the 10-22 with a polarizing filter.Sorry about the sizes and eating bandwidth.



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V.Sharp
 
So you must be making the trip this spring then.

Every year there seems to be more and more whales. You can almost always see some breeching from the highway while driving.

They're not very close but you can see them. Should be able to see them from the Kohala coast hotels too.

A whale watching tour should get you relatively close. Although the tour operators are not allowed to get within a certain distance, the whales don't know this a have been known to "scratch" their backs on the boats. :-)

I'm sure you'll have a great trip.

Gene
 
I am going 11-17 thru 12-2-07. I have the option of longer stay if I pay for accomidations myself as air fare is paid for. The whale watching is listed on some of the sites starting in November. It would be great to see them-just as long as they don't tip the boat-hehe.
Thanks again.
Glad you like my web site. Thanks for looking.
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ckb
visit my sites at http://www.photographybychris.net
and at http://www.pbase.com/ckb
 
I also live on the Big Island.

Definitely you want to go to the Volcano region. There are some scenic spots where, if the weather is clear -- and often it isn't -- you can see all the way from Mauna Loa, the world's most massive mountain, to Kilauea, the world's most active volcano. I personally have an ultrawide and a normal zoom (both f/2.8), and although I don't have a quality telephoto lens, that's next on the list. I've seen many whales over the years, but most of them were seen from shore, and even a 200 doesn't help unless you're on a boat. My gut feeling is, if you have a telephoto, despite what the others say, bring it. It may not be your primary lens, but if you want to get closer to the waterfalls or whatever (Akaka Falls or Rainbow Falls on the east side), that will be good enough reason.

While you're in Hawaii, keep in mind that property crime is huge here (not violent crime, thankfully). Tourist spots, especially Akaka Falls, are notorious for break-ins. Never put your camera gear down anywhere outside your hotel.

Speaking of hotels, I am jealous that you get to spend that long at the Hilton Waikoloa Village. That place is a self-contained city; you have to remind yourself to leave the grounds once in a while.
 
So Gene --

Nothing Long hu? What about all those nice pretty colorful Birds on those tropical islands?

We are coming down there in June, and into July for our 25th (can I say wedding here?) Anniversary. We'll be renting a house on the western shores of O'ahu. But a few of us will be taking a day trip out to the Big Island for Both HVNP and Mauna Kea.

Whales... cool, If we can see them without going out, but I didn't think many were left this late in the season. Headed off for cooler weather in Alaska?

Well, My biggest issue right now is trying to find an underwater housing for my Canons (well at least ONE of them) to use when we go out with the Sharks off the North end of the island.

Gee... Maybe we should all do a Hawaiian Meet-n-Greet?

---michael


http://www.pbase.com/merlyn9

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R Valentino said:
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I don't think you'll need anything long. I live here but I don't
get to get out and shoot anything- just the kids around the house
or playing soccer, ballette etc...

But IMO you won't use a telephoto much if at all.

Things to see:

The Volcano of course (Hawaii Volcano National Park), Akaka Falls,
Waipio Valley, Pololu Valley, Mauna Kea summit, South Point, City
of Refuge, Kealakekua Bay, Parker Ranch, and I'm sure many others
that I've not thought of that are likely listed in the visitor
magazines and informational flyers at the airports and hotels.

Hope you have good weather and a nice trip.

Gene
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I have been to the big Island many times and you will love it, I am sure.

Get the guide book called "Hawaii Revealed." There is a separate edition for each Island, so take note. In this book, you will find lot's of good ideas for day trips, hikes, etc. The descriptions are very reliable and detailed. You will be able to make good plans after studying this one.

I hope this helps.
 
Enjoyed Maui in June 2006. You can pull up my pictures on pbase/maui.

I was pretty new to the 5D and only had the 24-70L. Used the CP filter a bit and ran into some light falloff at 24mm and wide open. Learned alot in a place that excites at every turn.
Now I have the 70-200,2.8IS with a 1.4xTC II and I'm raring to go back soon.

Birds, whales,flowers,and people abound so enjoy and plan accordingly. It is photo op central for sure. Pictures to treasure for a lifetime!! The basic WA scenery shots are to die for.
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Happy Shooting
regards,
def
http://www.pbase.com/definchdds
 
Thanks much for the info. I am looking forward to the waterfalls, flowers and beaches in Hawaii. I will bring a wide lens, my 50mm 1.4 and a tele. Still not sure about the underwater housing-if I should get one before the trip or not.

I looked at the resorts web site. Looks like there are many things to do there and some photo ops as well. You can even swim with sea turtles in one of the pools there.

But when I am able to get outside the resort I need to have a plan in advance of where to go and gear to take.
Thanks for your suggestions.
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ckb
visit my sites at http://www.photographybychris.net
and at http://www.pbase.com/ckb
 
I would definitely take along my 70-200,2.8IS and 1.4xTCII just for some more variety.

The 24-70L has some light falloff in the corners at times but adds to the pictures at others.

I was pretty inexperienced with camera and lens at that time but got some decent shots for my taste. Wide is great, the 24mm end of my 24-70 was about right. A CP can add drama for some uses. PP can give everything else.

Took some pictures at a nephews wedding on the same trip. Made the pro doing the wedding nervous at first but we bonded since he didn't have the 5D and wanted to play with mine. Some of my images were what the bride liked best probably because I just knew her tastes better. It was fun and he gave me a few pointers on ISO and shutter speeds. I didn't have a flash at that time. Necessity?? No.

The hard part is processing all the possibilities and then all the images in PP. I would only shoot RAW for its obvious reasons. Get enough memory to hold it all, on different cards is best so if disaster struck you still have some to use.
I only wish I had taken a helo ride.
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Happy Shooting
regards,
def
http://www.pbase.com/definchdds
 
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