What is your camera of choice while traveling?
Sep 10, 2015, 11:04 pm
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I loved that camera! Had to divorce it years ago for a Nikon something-or-other. Far superior, but also had to go. Then the G11, as mentioned recently. Currently a Sony RX100 M3 has outperformed them all. Still have a G11, which has that wonderful moveable screen, but too heavy/bulky for me to carry.
Sep 11, 2015, 1:24 am
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Sep 11, 2015, 4:33 am
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I used to just pack my P&S (Canon PowerShot G11) and some batteries/sdcards, but decided years ago that I want all of my gear with me when I travel. So, I'm basically lugging around a Nikon D750, Tamron 24-70 and 70-300, Nikkor 50/1.8G, filters, etc. Using a sling makes up for the weight of the bag, though there's no convincing my wife that I really need to bring all of it.
Also had G11 for awhile and loved it until I discovered the Sony RX100M1 can do he job better, faster and amazing picture quality.
Sep 11, 2015, 5:38 am
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Honestly, my G11 is only ever used now in a waterproof case when I go snorkeling.
Oct 4, 2015, 2:11 pm
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Panasonic GM1- fantastic size and price too at the moment. Kit lens is quite good, but I use it with a Panasonic Leica 25mm lens, which is a great combo to throw in the bag or coat pocket. You lose a little bit in the "pocketability" with that lens, but it is truly a pocket camera with the kit lens.
Oct 6, 2015, 4:24 am
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I dont think there will be a next one.
Within APS-C size category, I think Sony will stick to the A5100 model i.e. low end and without viewfinder.
Sony is doing well with "full frame" like the A7 series at a hefty price. Am impressed by what they have done already. Other than the lens, the A7II are basically same size body as some Micro Four Thirds cameras eg Panasonic GX7 and GX8. I would think Sony will focus on making the A7 level products more compact and maintaining the price premium.
Within APS-C size category, I think Sony will stick to the A5100 model i.e. low end and without viewfinder.
Sony is doing well with "full frame" like the A7 series at a hefty price. Am impressed by what they have done already. Other than the lens, the A7II are basically same size body as some Micro Four Thirds cameras eg Panasonic GX7 and GX8. I would think Sony will focus on making the A7 level products more compact and maintaining the price premium.
Oct 6, 2015, 6:10 am
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As I mentioned: A5100. This gives them volume at the low end and price premium at the A7 end. Playing in the middle is not promising in consumer markets these days.
No doubt there will be a refresh of A6xxx eventually, but the length in between makes it clear this product line isnt their focus. Meanwhile A5100 was launched and they keep running out new A7 products. I dont think this is a bad thing - the A7 line is incredibly sized for what it is. It will only get more popular as they manage to get the price and size down.
Anyway, didn't mean to derail, despite my interest in where Sony is going - at the end of the day we are spoiled for choice in travel cameras. My only wish they would improve the GPS, wifi and uploading, so I can press a button on my camera and send to dropbox or one drive etc.
No doubt there will be a refresh of A6xxx eventually, but the length in between makes it clear this product line isnt their focus. Meanwhile A5100 was launched and they keep running out new A7 products. I dont think this is a bad thing - the A7 line is incredibly sized for what it is. It will only get more popular as they manage to get the price and size down.
Anyway, didn't mean to derail, despite my interest in where Sony is going - at the end of the day we are spoiled for choice in travel cameras. My only wish they would improve the GPS, wifi and uploading, so I can press a button on my camera and send to dropbox or one drive etc.
Last edited by osamede; Oct 6, 2015 at 6:24 am
Oct 6, 2015, 7:08 pm
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As I mentioned: A5100. This gives them volume at the low end and price premium at the A7 end. Playing in the middle is not promising in consumer markets these days.
No doubt there will be a refresh of A6xxx eventually, but the length in between makes it clear this product line isnt their focus. Meanwhile A5100 was launched and they keep running out new A7 products. I dont think this is a bad thing - the A7 line is incredibly sized for what it is. It will only get more popular as they manage to get the price and size down.
Anyway, didn't mean to derail, despite my interest in where Sony is going - at the end of the day we are spoiled for choice in travel cameras. My only wish they would improve the GPS, wifi and uploading, so I can press a button on my camera and send to dropbox or one drive etc.
No doubt there will be a refresh of A6xxx eventually, but the length in between makes it clear this product line isnt their focus. Meanwhile A5100 was launched and they keep running out new A7 products. I dont think this is a bad thing - the A7 line is incredibly sized for what it is. It will only get more popular as they manage to get the price and size down.
Anyway, didn't mean to derail, despite my interest in where Sony is going - at the end of the day we are spoiled for choice in travel cameras. My only wish they would improve the GPS, wifi and uploading, so I can press a button on my camera and send to dropbox or one drive etc.
Oct 23, 2015, 5:57 am
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I carry my T5i w/ a Sigma 18-250 f/3.5-6.3 most of the time. Not top of the line by any stretch, but plenty of reach and versatility for the size. If I've got a little more room I'll often pack my canon 10-18 f/4.5-5.6 and 50mm f/1.8. When I get a bit more to spend I'd love to go full frame.
Nov 9, 2015, 11:09 pm
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My favorite camera is probably my Nikon DSLR. However it is much more difficult to carry around. Recently I have been using my compact Canon S 100 and my iPhone6 with great success. After a little postprocessing in light room it is often difficult to tell which camera I used.