Which lens for Galapagos?

[JoeinLA]

Any recommendations on how wide of a lens I should bring to the Galapagos (for UW)? I currently have the 12-50 macro in a nauticam housing, but I'm wondering if I should get a wider lens (specifically considering the 7-14 Panny or Oly) - it's a bit of an expense since I'd also need a dome.

Otherwise, I could bring my lens and also bring a GoPro for wide angle shots and video - I'm guessing that the GoPro photo's won't be too great, but if going wider than 12mm isn't terribly critical, then that would be fine...

Thanks in advance!

 

[jlyle]

If you are headed to Wolf and Darwin, go for a WA lens! If you are staying in the southern islands, the 12-50 should be fine for fish portraits, etc.

 

[Interceptor121]

The Sharks don't actually come as close as you think.
This is a set I shot with a compact and a 100 degree lens
https://flickr.com/photos/36174644@N05/sets/72157644719557612
I would think the budget option Olympus 9-18mm with wide angle port is adequate. 7-14mm would be better for schools but unless you get a good second hand it's quite a bit more expensive. Make sure you have two strobes and two 8" arm segments on each side as the Sharks will be at 4-5 feet distance and the water is not as clear