I could really use advice from you DSLR-toting folks!
I’m still adjusting to my DSLR. One reason why I put off the purchase for so long was my thinking: “I don’t want to have to carry this big thing around, my point-and-shoot fits in my pocket!” (you have to say it to yourself in a very whiny tone to get the full effect).
We bought the camera and even took a class on how to use it. I’m still struggling with carrying it around.
When I went to Australia, it was mostly a business trip, so I left the telephoto lens at home. All of these pictures were taken with my 50mm fixed focal length lens (yes, I was really that close up to the koala). I found myself missing the telephoto at times.
What do you pack when you travel? What if it’s just for a short trip? I’m thinking of taking my 50mm lens and the telephoto next time and see how I like having them both.
I’d love to hear your suggestions!
Note: the pic above is of my kit lens. The 50mm lens is much smaller, which is part of the reason why I like using it.
Almost Never Clever 
I think carrying both the 50 mm. and the telephoto is a good choice.
Even more, considering that zoom you have there is a good mix between a wide angle and a short tele.
I’d carry no more than that.
Ken Rockwell has a very good article about it.
http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/carry-less.htm
Thanks for the advice!!
This is a great question and I am anxious to see everyone else’s answers. I would also like to know what kind of bag you have to carry the camera and lenses in.
Mine’s not the best answer, but I keep everything in my big purse. I have padded cases for each piece that go inside the purse.
I have an actual camera bag, but when I have my lenses in it and I have to carry a purse I feel weighed down. Just wondering if anyone has a solution.