Hello
Oct 10, 2017 19:31:27 #
I came across this posting site as I was looking for a camera to replace the Nikon point and shoot that seized up on me during a float trip in Alaska. I appreciate the range of topics and the willingness of people who seem to know what they're doing to share their knowledge and experience with others. I look forward to learning from you.
Oct 10, 2017 20:04:14 #
Welcome to UHH Theo, glad you joined us. Many knowledgeable and helpful members reside here. Have you made a decision on your replacement camera?
Have fun, learn and enjoy the forum.
Don
Have fun, learn and enjoy the forum.
Don
Oct 10, 2017 20:09:55 #
No, I have it in mind to take a longer float trip in Alaska, taking about a month to float the Noatak River. I want to be able to photograph as I go and I need to find a camera whose batteries I can charge by solar charger. I'll be taking one to charge the satellite phone and it has a USB port for general charging. Does anyone know of a decent camera (either DSLR or mirror-less) at about $1000 - $1300 that will give me capabilities to shoot the landscape/wildlife photos I envision, and one whose batteries I can charge through a USB port? Thank you (all) for thinking about this.
Oct 10, 2017 20:49:26 #
Aloha Theophilus and welcome to UHH. Am sorry that I can't help you on your camera selection. But, I would definitely love to see the photos you take while traveling th Noatak River. I've found the Alaskan country to be a wonderland of nature. May you have a wonderful trip.
Oct 10, 2017 20:58:54 #
While I am not going to select a camera for you as you will hear from many here. But I can imagine that size and weight will also play a role. I have purchased a Sony RX100 M3 as a walk around camera and have been completely satisfied with the image's I have taken with this little camera that packs a wallop. Shoots in RAW with 24 MP and takes HiDef Video. It also has a micro USB slot that would accept charging from a solar cell. I do not know how this would like water you may want to do some research on different cameras that offer water resistant bodies. No such thing as water proof...
Bob
Bob
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Oct 11, 2017 07:55:38 #
Joanne, here is one of the photos I took on the Noatak. You're right about the Alaska sights. The tundra country is something I'd never seen before and a float trip is a cushy way to see it.
Oct 11, 2017 08:06:11 #
Thank you for the suggestion. What killed my earlier camera was grit that stopped the lens from extending and retracting. I was careless and paid for it. Weight is something of an issue, but quality of photos is too. I find I have an interest in actually learning how a camera works and how best to use it. This leads me to consider cameras (and dollars) that I would not have before. I'll take a closer look at the Sony RX100 M3.
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