I'm about to embark on a two-day business trip in Chicago. I desperately want to take my Rebel XS and assorted lenses, but this will be the first time I've taken it to a big city to shoot.I guess common sense applies, but has anyone had any problems with others being "interested" in your things?I might catch a White Sox game, which isn't in the greatest part of town, but would offer some great shots. Any advice appreciated.
I haven't had problems in Toronto, even in some of the "shadier" areas. Just wear your neck strap, be aware of what's going on around you, and if you've got a 400 2.8 IS, leave it in the backpack until the White Sox game [].
I took my 40D last August to Chicago. I also brought a 17-85mm and a 70-200L IS. The first day I quickly realized that there is no way I'd be carrying the 70-200mm beast with me. It definitely stands out, and is just too heavy to carry around. I was also worried that I'd be standing out with my camera - period, but soon realized that everywhere I went, there would be about 5-10 other tourists with their cameras around me so I "blended in" without any problems. I definitely advise you to take the widest angle lens (for architecture shots), and extra memory cards with you. Pack lightly, and have fun.
I think D-SLR's have become such common place these days that you really shouldn't have any problems (unless your walking around with a 400 2.8 as alexandria said!) I've walked around Boston and have been to Fenway Park on numerous occasions with my 20D and 100-400 without any problems. Just be aware of your surroundings and the people around you. Have fun--Chicago is a great city!
Never had any problem in Toronto either.
But you surely should pay attention on your equipment. I guess an XS with some assorted lenses won't rise too much attention. To be the safest, leave any white L lens at home as you may not even need them for a bisuness trip - their size and color make them very special. As said, DSLRs now are so common that they may not specially be targets anymore. make sure to hang your camera around your neck or hold it tight in hand, then you'll be ok.
I had experience shooting in some cities in China with my friends, apprently one of my friend has had his camera strap cut and being taken away quickly from the back when his camera was locked on his shoulder. At that moment he had a 70-200/2.8L IS on the camera...
My $0.02.
My walkaround lens is a 50mm f/1.4, so it's pretty unassuming as far as lenses go, as it is so short. I am going toa Cubs game on Saturday, so I think I'll at least bring the white 70-200 f/4. Maybe I'll just keep it in the backpack until I get in the stadium.
Originally Posted by davideglasgow
Check the stadium website or call to see if you can take your 70-200 first. I know Mellon Arena (Pittsburgh Penguins) doesn't let any lens bigger than three inches in. I don't know about the Cub's stadium though.
Check the stadium website or call to see if you can take your 70-200 first. I know Mellon Arena (Pittsburgh Penguins) doesn't let any lens bigger than three inches in. I don't know about the Cub's stadium though.
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From their website:
Cameras/Video Equipment: Visitors are welcome to bring video and still cameras into the ballpark; however, tripods are not allowed in the seating areas. Recordings may be used for personal viewing only. Any other use, distribution or commercial use is prohibited. Fans may not distribute any copyrighted game information without permission of the Chicago Cubs.
Huh, I just called Wrigley Field and the lady made me describe my camera. I told her it was a Canon Digital Rebel XS with a "semi-long zoom lens," and she said no. I asked her if it had to be a "short lens," to which she said "yes." I guess I'll have to leave the 70-200 at home. I wonder if I can even bring the 18-55 kit lens in.
Not Wrigley Field in this example but it may just be a MLB rule. My wife just got back from a Diamondbacks home game and took the 30D w/70-200 2.8 lens and a Sony Handy Cam. When they searched the smallish backpack, the only issue they mentioned was thatshe couldn't video tape the gamecause of the MLB copyright rules... she told them she wasn't and it was all for our daughter being honored with her HS softball teambefore the start of the game which won the AZ 5A-I State Championship recently. They said no problem and let her through.
Just an idea if they give you grief.
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