I'm going to be travelling to New Zealand in
early February. We should be there for two weeks.

I am putting a "lite" pack together to try to bring
a 4x5 with me.

Couple of questions -

Has anyone experienced what the routine is with the
customs folks on clearing expensive photo gear on
entering the country? I certainly plan on bringing
everything home with me, but do I somehow need to
prove that to the customs folks?

Same thing with film. If I either preship it to a fedx
depot or bring it as carry on, how do I deal with customs?

Does anyone know if Air New Zealand will give me any
static about calling my gitzo a carry on item in addition
to my camera pack ( which, as I understand it, must weigh
less than 15 lbs.)?

I'm really jazzed about all we will see, but I need help
with these logistical issues.

Thanks in advance

Terry
www.terryhayden.com