What is your camera of choice while traveling?
#361
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Just to be clear, the Sony RX100 is not a "full size sensor" (which I take to mean full-frame/35mm). It is not even an APS-C size as it is 1". The Sony DSC-RX1, however, is full-frame. Nevertheless, the RX100 is a great relatively small camera. And, as the saying goes, the best camera is the one you have with you.
#362
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Just tried traveling with my EOS M (one week, multiple stops in Asia, mostly visiting friends.)
Not a winner; too slow and clumsy to replace a DSLR, too big to be pocketable or as inconspicuous/go-everywhere as my S95.
At least until I get a phone with decent optics, I don't see traveling without the S95 again.
If the M2 is enough better, I could definitely see bringing this again on trips where I'd otherwise bring my DSLR, and even without that there are some where right now I only bring my S95 and I'd bring the current M as a second camera.
Not a winner; too slow and clumsy to replace a DSLR, too big to be pocketable or as inconspicuous/go-everywhere as my S95.
At least until I get a phone with decent optics, I don't see traveling without the S95 again.
If the M2 is enough better, I could definitely see bringing this again on trips where I'd otherwise bring my DSLR, and even without that there are some where right now I only bring my S95 and I'd bring the current M as a second camera.
#363
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The iPhone camera has been getting better after picking up the new one last week. The iPhone 5s is definitely rich in features - burst mode, slightly larger sensor, faster lens, 120fps movie, better low light performance. Just tried it out on a recent trip, not bad at all. Won't be replacing the 5D Mark III though
My DSLR only comes out for very special occasions these days.
#364
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I've seen GoPro cameras poolside and other people seem to get into them. So that in some cases makes for great interaction. They take some remarkable stills, timelapse and video. Add a handle or GoPole and some remarkable stills and video can be had.
Timelapse mode in itself is neat... set it for 1 frame every second or two and you never have to trigger the shutter. Yes a lot of wasted shots but it can capture things without any real setup.
Of course they can get wet too. Even diving deeper than the current crop of waterproof cameras.
So next trip the GoPro goes along with my Canon S110.
Timelapse mode in itself is neat... set it for 1 frame every second or two and you never have to trigger the shutter. Yes a lot of wasted shots but it can capture things without any real setup.
Of course they can get wet too. Even diving deeper than the current crop of waterproof cameras.
So next trip the GoPro goes along with my Canon S110.
#365
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I've seen GoPro cameras poolside and other people seem to get into them. So that in some cases makes for great interaction. They take some remarkable stills, timelapse and video. Add a handle or GoPole and some remarkable stills and video can be had.
Of course they can get wet too. Even diving deeper than the current crop of waterproof cameras.
So next trip the GoPro goes along with my Canon S110.
Of course they can get wet too. Even diving deeper than the current crop of waterproof cameras.
So next trip the GoPro goes along with my Canon S110.
#367
Formerly known as caveruner17
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My phone - LG G2 and a Panasonic G3
I've been impressed with my phone's photos, but you can't beat the large sensor of the Micro 4/3's. Honestly, I've only picked up my Canon 7D for paid shoots since getting into the Mu4/3 scene a year and a half ago. So much smaller and lighter and the IS is great, leaving less need for fast lenses except for sports and whatnot (what I get paid for)
Shots from my Paris / Dublin trip with my LG G2 phone. Overall not bad. Night pics are blah due to the higher ISO but still make decent Facebook photos
I've been impressed with my phone's photos, but you can't beat the large sensor of the Micro 4/3's. Honestly, I've only picked up my Canon 7D for paid shoots since getting into the Mu4/3 scene a year and a half ago. So much smaller and lighter and the IS is great, leaving less need for fast lenses except for sports and whatnot (what I get paid for)
Shots from my Paris / Dublin trip with my LG G2 phone. Overall not bad. Night pics are blah due to the higher ISO but still make decent Facebook photos
#369
Join Date: Dec 2013
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My Camera...
I recently bought a CANON - IXUS 135, after reading some positive reviews.
Ready to chronicle my travels in photograph form.
I know it is a bit late now, but what do my fellow Flyertalkers think?
Hopefully you will be reasonably positive.
Ready to chronicle my travels in photograph form.
I know it is a bit late now, but what do my fellow Flyertalkers think?
Hopefully you will be reasonably positive.
#370
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Currently using a 7D with EF100L, and a an EF-S 10-22. My gf, however, have an Olympus EP5 with the 17mm F1.8. I regularly "borrow" it, and have been leaving the 7D in the hotel room more and more.
The EP-5 is an awesome little camera - good manual controls (for those of us with some idea as to what we are doing), excellent image quality, and a nice lens lineup. It's also small, and has very quick and accurate focus. The built in Image stabilisation is magic, and I am now finding that I am taking 1/5 second exposures hand held (with the 17mm lens).
Luckily, my girl has bought one, so I don't have to...
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The EP-5 is an awesome little camera - good manual controls (for those of us with some idea as to what we are doing), excellent image quality, and a nice lens lineup. It's also small, and has very quick and accurate focus. The built in Image stabilisation is magic, and I am now finding that I am taking 1/5 second exposures hand held (with the 17mm lens).
Luckily, my girl has bought one, so I don't have to...
Z...
#372
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I usually take both a 7D+17-55/2.8 and a S90 as a backup. I was actually considering taking just a point and shoot since the 7D plus glass is easily over 5 pounds. But then someone said something very insightful: that I may travel to regions of the world where there are very few tourists and not many people have captured those places with good equipment.
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Assuming price difference didn't matter - anyone have any experience shooting underwater with either the Sony DSC-RX100 or Canon S110 or 120?
I currently have the Canon Elph 300 but have been disappointed with the underwater pictures. I'd like to upgrade to a new level compact. Although the Canon above is cheaper, the underwater housing for it is more expensive - making the price difference not as great as assumed. So I'd buy the one that took better pictures. Thoughts?
I currently have the Canon Elph 300 but have been disappointed with the underwater pictures. I'd like to upgrade to a new level compact. Although the Canon above is cheaper, the underwater housing for it is more expensive - making the price difference not as great as assumed. So I'd buy the one that took better pictures. Thoughts?
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My Dad gave me an early Christmas present today, a Nikon S9500. Seems like it's going to be a good travel camera, I especially like the 22x zoom. I played around with it earlier and it seems to do well in low light situations.