Originally Posted by wmcmiii
I'd be interested in seeing what methods people use to haul their camera gear around. For my trip to patagonia in jan. I am taking by D1h (1.5 crop) with a 20 f/2.8 and 105 f/2.8. Weight is a big concern for me otherwise I would love to take the 80-200 as well.
It's been my experience that the D1H
really eats batteries- which may end up being a problem. You might want to look at the new Nikon D80. It has the same 10mp sensor as the D200 with decent battery life.
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond80/
To round out the middle of your kit: the older MF 50mm 1.8 AIS has great optics. Small and light. Found mine used, mint for $30.
Other choices would be the AFS 12-24 f/4, AF 35 f/2 and AF 85 1.8.
PS digicam: Fujifilm F30.