Posted by DarkAngel
D7200 here, but the D500 is godly in low light. Like everyone has said, it all depends on budget and experience. I have zero qualms about carrying around thousands in camera gear because I (1)go armed as I don't trespass (and bear defence is good) and (2) have years of experience with cameras. What is good for me, might not be good for someone else. All depends on your needs and skill. Kinda hard to say what works and doesn't without knowing that.
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Agreed. I've taken a couple grand of cam gear into many a hellhole.
Tripod tipovers, bangs, and drops, in that order, are your cam's major hazards.
A pro tether attached to your shoulder with enough lead to extend the cam to arms length will help protect it and make shooting easier. Ditch the neck strap.
Alternatively a tether attaching it securely to your wrist.
An 8 inch drop on wood can cause major internal damage to a pro cam; even at home handle your cam and lens with sure hands and fingers. Always!
You need to be experienced and confident enough to handle your cam like it's part of you. Fumbling with gear will destroy it.
Stash the cam in a good bag held close/securely to your body when not shooting or when climbing.
You need to be able to securely carry it and protect it from harm. I always carried a bush towel and windex to wipe down my hands and gear as needed.
A complete clean up after each major excursion for the gear and cam.
Keep cams and lens spotless.