Gear for travel over the years

When it comes to travelling with a camera, there are really three different kinds of weight (and bulk).

Luggage weight is the amount you take with you on the trip. That's really down to your tickets/luggage rules. Some very large lenses may be out, but even a GFX system could go carry on with most airlines, if you don't have much else to take.

Bag weight is the amount you take in the bag (if any) you have with you each day during the trip. In my view, that's the more important consideration, at least if you're walking a lot. A heavy bag means you enjoy things less.

Strap weight is the camera and lens you have with you. I'm not hugely sensitive to strap weight, but when I had an S1r with a Sigma 14-24 round my neck in Split, it did start to annoy me.

When planning for a trip, you really have to work backwards. Work out your maximum strap weight, then rule out any heavier combinations.

Then work out your maximum bag weight (and size) see what different combinations work for any particular day. It may be all your trip is the same and you plan to take everything everywhere. However, that often isn't the case. For example, in a town with historic buildings, you want the 14mm for sure. You can probably live with nothing longer than 35mm. On the beach you may want a WR combination. If you go to a wildlife reserve, you may need a long telephoto you won't take anywhere else with you, etc. As long as you have somewhere else to leave your other gear, you'll be fine.

Finally, you work out if your different combinations work in your carry-on luggage. If they do, I wouldn't worry about having more gear with you. You needn't take it all on every day, you just give yourself more options.

Oh, and nice shots by the way!