Photo gear for cruise?

[smchan]

OK, I know there are some pros and serious amateurs out there. At the risk of overpacking, what photogear do you take with you on the cruise?

I'm thinking:
- Camera (duh)
- Tripod & level (panoramas and timed shots of the family)
- Fast prime lens (natural light shots in the theater and on deck in the evening)
- Wide-angle lens (ship exterior shots, dinner pictures)
- Telephoto lens? (can't think of a creative use for my telephoto lens)
- Graduated ND filter (sunsets)
- Polarizer (water, beach)
- Flash (indoor snapshots)

What am I missing?

Sam

 

[4407mark]

Sam,

Sounds like you're shooting film as opposed to digital so don't forget the FILM!

I've moved almost exclusively to digital in the last two years and done two cruises in that time. I would say you have a good list. I did not take a tripod although I did take a monopod on one cruise. As for the family shots, there is almost always someone willing to take a family shot for you - just ask!

Otherwise, I think you've got a good handle on it - the ND and polarizer filters will make a wonderful difference!

Great shots of the ship are available in port and at Castaway Cay. If you're interested in seeing some of my shots, send me a PM and I'll send you a link.

Have a great time!

Mark