15/02/2026 6:15 pm
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Hey everyone! I’m finally planning a two-week photography trip across Japan next month, and I’ve decided to bring my trusty Canon EOS 5D Mark IV along. While I absolutely love the image quality of this full-frame beast, I’m a bit nervous about the logistics of hauling it around for 10+ miles a day. It’s definitely not the lightest setup, especially when I have my 24-70mm f/2.8 attached!
I’ve been looking into ways to make the experience more manageable. I’m currently debating between a high-quality sling strap like a Peak Design Slide or sticking with a traditional neck strap—does anyone have a preference for long days on foot? Also, I’m curious about power management. I currently have two LP-E6N batteries, but since the 5D IV's GPS and 4K video features can be real battery hogs, should I pick up a couple more or maybe look into a compact dual USB travel charger?
I’m also wondering about storage; since the camera has dual slots, what’s the most reliable CF and SD card combo you’ve used for redundant backup while on the road? I have a budget of around $400 for extra gear and really want to keep things efficient. For those of you who frequently travel with this specific body, what are your absolute 'must-have' accessories that make life easier?
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15/02/2026 7:00 pm
So basically the consensus is that the Peak Design strap mentioned is a total must-have. Since you've got $400, I'd honestly just buy two more Canon LP-E6NH Lithium-Ion Battery units instead of a charger. It's simpler, you know? For storage, maybe a Lexar Professional 1066x 128GB CompactFlash Card works for that dual slot setup. It's a decent option that wont break the bank. gl!
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15/02/2026 6:16 pm
In my experience, lugging that 5D IV and a 24-70mm f/2.8 for 10 miles a day is basically a gym workout, ngl. I've shot with that setup for years and your neck will literally scream if you use the stock strap. Definitely go with the Peak Design Slide Camera Strap. I switched ages ago and it makes that heavy rig feel way more manageable when worn cross-body. For power, dont bother carrying 4+ batteries. Just grab a Nitecore UCN1 Dual Slot USB Travel Charger and a good power bank. It lets you top off while you're eating ramen, which is a total life saver. For storage, I always run the SanDisk 128GB Extreme Pro CompactFlash Card paired with a SanDisk 128GB Extreme Pro SDXC UHS-I Card for redundancy. I've shot 100k+ frames on that combo without a single failure... having that peace of mind is worth every penny tho!
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15/02/2026 6:40 pm
Seconding the recommendation above—that sling is a lifesaver. Also, try an L-bracket; it makes shooting vertical neon signs way more stable on a travel tripod than tilting the head. gl!
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16/02/2026 5:20 pm
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21/02/2026 3:25 am
Oh man, late to the party but gotta chime in on the 5D IV travel setup. That camera is a tank, I know the feeling of lugging it! For me, beyond the immediate camera accessories, it's all about reliable data management and squeezing every last drop of power. I actually built a pretty basic, rugged setup for daily backups... basically, a small portable solid-state drive that I connect to a mini-laptop or even a beefy tablet after each day's shoot. It's a bit of a DIY solution but having a truly separate, physical backup of everything *off* the camera gives me so much peace of mind, especially on longer trips where u just can't risk losing files you know. And for power, honestly, it's not just about more batteries sometimes, it's about being really smart with how you use what you have. I always dive deep into the menu settings before any big trip, turning off things like immediate image review, keeping the screen brightness lower, maybe even setting GPS to only activate on demand... every little tweak helps preserve juice. And a really robust, universal travel power strip with multiple USB-C ports has been a game-changer for charging *all* my devices, not just camera stuff, basically consolidating my charging needs, so I'm not hunting for a million outlets every night...
