02-04-2025 09:53 PM - last edited on 02-05-2025 08:07 AM by Danny
I am heading for my first African Safari next week. I will be visiting Taranguire, Ngorongoro, Ndutu and central Serengeti. I am taking my R5 and R6 Mark II. For lens, I will be bringing my RF 70-200 F 2.8, RF 16-28 F2.8 for wide angle and the hot air balloon ride.. My dilemma is the telephoto. I recently purchased the RF200-800 and a teleconverter ( 1.4 ) as I often go to Yellowstone and often time animals are quite far... But I also own the RF 100-500. Which one would you recommend I take with me? Do you think I have enough reach with the 100-500 and possibly the teleconverter for the areas I am visiting or should I favor more reach?
I really appreciate your input. In any case, I am excited and know I will have a fantastic time.. I just have a hard time deciding what lens to take with me. Thank you in advance.
02-05-2025 02:04 AM
I would take the 16-28, 70-200, and the 200-800.
I would leave the TC at home. If you can't capture what you need with an 800 mm lens. You need to get closer 🙂. This is ultimately a matter of personal preference.
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02-05-2025 03:06 AM
Thank you. I was leaning towards the 200-800 vs 100-500 so I think that makes sense.
02-05-2025 10:16 AM
IMHO,...
RF 100-500mm >no
Rf 200-800mm> yes
1.4x tel-con> no
RF 70-200mm f2.8> yes
RF 12-28 f2.8> trade in or sell for a RF 24-70mm f2.8L (unless an extra lens is no problem)
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