JeffWatson

I have a Canon EOS 40 D with some outstanding lenses but want to find
a travel camera that has most of the following assets:

An optical viewfinder
A decent optical zoom with some kind of stabilizer for the zoom
A very good sensor
A camera that does great in low light photography
A camera that shoots in RAW A camera without interchangeable lenses since it would be a travel camera A camera that isn`t bulky. I use CS-5 Adobe Shop for MAC.

A couple of months ago, I found a Leica that did some of the above but am just looking at different ideas. I do like Leica`s scene modes that I
used on my son`s My camera takes incredible clear shots. I realize I
won`t be able to get as good of shots as my existing camera.

I`m also looking at a smaller camera because of some major shoulder issues that has prevented me from taking photos like I normally would.

I realize you have to give up something to get something else but am
just wondering if you had any ideas for me?

I also found a Nikon P 7800 yesterday that looks like it will do most of what I am looking for. Does anybody have any ideas or suggestions for me?

Marionsho Loc: Kansas

The Canon GX1 fits the bill. Excellent low light performance. Oversized sensor. Great IS. Skip the newest edition. NO viewfinder.
I really like mine. If you want more zoom range, check into the G15 or G16. [Smaller sensors.]

SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

Jeff, look at the newest version of the Canon s95. it may be an s120 or something like that. ;-)
SS

JeffWatson

Thanks very much for your comment! I will check out your recommendations. I love a viewfinder because I`m just used to it. I could probably do without it if I needed to.

JeffWatson

Thanks very much for your suggestion. I also got some feedback about checking out the Canon GX 1 , G 15, and G 16.


I really appreciate your response.


Jeff

Wahawk Loc: NE IA

Canon SX50
Do a search for "SX50" at the top of the page here and check out the results and comments.

Serious neophyte

I have a nikon D300, and just got a canon G15 for a everywhere-all-the-time camera and was blown away by the tremendous capability of the G15.

bee7474 Loc: Selah, Wa

Check out the SX50. It is amazing the pictures you can get from that little cheap camera. I am still trying to get brave enough to sell my 5D Mark II and the pro lens as I lean toward the SX because of the weight and quality of pictures. Bee

Wahawk Loc: NE IA

:thumbup: :thumbup:

coolhoosier Loc: Dover, NH, USA

I second the suggestion of the Canon G1 X.

I'm basically a Sony user, but couldn't find a travel camera that fit my requirements (pretty much the same as the OP's) AND my budget in the Sony line. Got my G1 X used (you'd never know it) from KEH.

rpavich Loc: West Virginia

The Fuji X100S....the best there is for this application. :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMpwhHnZs3E

MikeMck Loc: Southern Maryland on the Bay

Does anybody have any ideas or suggestions for me?[/quote]

I recently purchased a Sony RX10. Very pricey ($1,298 at Amazon). I am trying to sell some of my equipment that I don't use. My initial observation is that this camera is fantastic. You can't fit it in your pocket, but it is a lot lighter than a DSLR. It does have a 20MP sensor and ISO goes down to 80. Take a look at DP Review. Good luck.

Marionsho Loc: Kansas

I goofed. It is a G1 X. Not a GX1. I need to use it more. I did use it a little yesterday.

rocketride Loc: Upstate NY

You could even go as far back as the G-12. You might still be able to pick up one of those on the cheap from a dealer whose trying to unload the last of a model from so far back. It's my "I can't bring a DSLR" camera.

JeffWatson

Thanks very much for your suggestion. I will definitely check it out.



Jeff