Small camera for travel (Page 5): I have done that a lot with my flash too on both the original and version V. It works great!!! I almost think they designed it that way so you could...

Selene03

carolwaymack2 wrote:

I have owned two Sony Rx 100's. The first was the... (show quote)

I have done that a lot with my flash too on both the original and version V. It works great!!! I almost think they designed it that way so you could do that. It is another one of the things that I like about the camera.

TriX Loc: Raleigh, NC

Kuzano wrote:

I believe the E2S is still 16 Mp while the new XE3 is 24 megapixels of superb Fuji X Trans Sensor. Big difference.

I just picked up a Fujifilm X trans X-E1 with the fabulous Hexanon 40MM f1.8 legacy lens (manual focus) adapted. Picked it up for $200 on eBay.

You’re correct - the EX2 is 16 MP. I would love to eventually have an EX3, but with careful shopping, I was able to assemble the EX2 and the excellent 18-55 zoom (with IS) for ~$600, and I can’t tell you how impressed I am with this combination which weighs about 1/4 of my FF Canon with lens. There are things it won’t do - not a great camera for fast indoor sports, but for 90% of day-to-day shooting, it’s perfect, and the low light performance, while not as good as a FF, is very respectable, even at ISO 5000-6400. I like the decent sized sensor and the ergonomics and controls which remind me of a film camera. Does it sound like I’m becoming a Fuji fanboy? Guess so.

le boecere

peterg wrote:

Another vote for the Sony RX100. I have the RX100m3. Excellent quality. If buying today, I'd go for the RX100m5 with better specs. A comparison is at: https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/features/sony-rx100-iii-vs-rx100-iv-vs-rx100-v-specs-compared.

Thank you for this link, Peter, as I don't remember seeing this website. My EDC pocket camera is the RX100m3, and my travel cameras are the Sony a6000, or the Fujifilm X-E2IV (depending on how, and where, I travel). Were I to just rely on an RX100__, I'd want the RX100V, to get the phase-detect autofocus. I find that the III will not focus fast enough to catch flying dogs, or flying grandchildren (in fact, for those purposes, I always choose the a6000).

My "travel camera" coach is (even though my fixed income cannot keep up with Tom's advice):

http://photoseek.com/

le boecere

Kuzano wrote:

I believe the E2S is still 16 Mp while the new XE3 is 24 megapixels of superb Fuji X Trans Sensor. Big difference.

I just picked up a Fujifilm X trans X-E1 with the fabulous Hexanon 40MM f1.8 legacy lens (manual focus) adapted. Picked it up for $200 on eBay.

What a find! Congratulations! [I much prefer the X-E1 and X-E2(S) ergonomics, over the new X-E3]

And, thank you for the photo of the camera with that lens mounted. I've not yet ventured into the vintage (manual) lens world, but that one emits a "siren song".

Paul J. Svetlik Loc: Colorado

Because the perfect camera is still waiting to be invented, for a trip abroad I would take:

1. A credit card size camera 16 or 18 megapixels and a zoom 24mm to 100 mm (a great tool for social events)

2. Medium POCKET size camera workhorse with 18 or 20 megapixels and a zoom 24 mm to 700 mm (retractable zoom - so you don't need to put the lens cap on)

3. Larger sensor camera with an APS C size sensor and a zoom from 24mm to let us say 150 mm max - for higher quality images but still in a small size package equipped with a circular polarizing filter.

I think this combination will cover nicely many - if not all travel opportunities with the minimal confusion.
A lightweight, short tripod is recommended.
You will be able to select the right tool every time - according to your shooting situation.
Have a good trip! Will see you there!

chcollinsjr

I find my Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III Mirrorless Digital pretty compact, even with a 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ Lens, a 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 R Lens, and a 75mm fixed f 1.8 lens for portraits. They all fit in the Olympus case. (If I want extreme telephoto, I use my Nikon Coolpix P900 with its 83X optical zoom (equiv. 24mm to 2,000mm.) I find it bulky but valuable when I need a long lens.

nhastings Loc: Telluride, CO

TriX wrote:

Does it sound like I’m becoming a Fuji fanboy? Guess so.

Welcome to the club.

DeanS Loc: Capital City area of North Carolina

Find a Nikon P7800 in reasonable condition. It is small, near fuul-featured, and packed with potential.

le boecere

TriX wrote:

You’re correct - the EX2 is 16 MP. I would love to... (show quote)

Me, too; a little over a year ago. Then, with the same careful shopping, I found a 27mm "pancake"; so now I have an X100__
"wannabe". The rest of your comments about the X-E2 are very similar to my experience, as well. This is my "fun" camera. Don't miss the in-camera RAW converter ~ more fun.

AndyGarcia

Kuzano wrote:

I believe the E2S is still 16 Mp while the new XE3 is 24 megapixels of superb Fuji X Trans Sensor. Big difference.

I just picked up a Fujifilm X trans X-E1 with the fabulous Hexanon 40MM f1.8 legacy lens (manual focus) adapted. Picked it up for $200 on eBay.

You're right. Interestingly I've just bought the Hexanon 40mm to pop on my Fujis. I've got the 50 1.7, 135 and 200 as well. They are all great lenses at giveaway prices. You got a great deal!

AndyGarcia

le boecere wrote:

What a find! Congratulations! [I much prefer the X-E1 and X-E2(S) ergonomics, over the new X-E3]

And, thank you for the photo of the camera with that lens mounted. I've not yet ventured into the vintage (manual) lens world, but that one emits a "siren song".

Do venture into the vintage world. So many great lenses at a fraction of the cost of new, modern A/F lenses. Great quality/price ratio and they are made of metal. Also environmentally sound I use vintage Nikon and Konica lenses. They are truly wonderful. Many others to choose from.

Nikon1201

I have an older Canon SX260 zoom . perfect , I can shoot auto ap sp or manual.

magpix Loc: St. Michaels, MD

DeanS wrote:

Find a Nikon P7800 in reasonable condition. It is small, near fuul-featured, and packed with potential.

I agree. This is one of those "best kept secrets." While I now shoot with the Fuji XT-2 system after selling all my Nikon FF gear, I've kept the Nikon P7800 for those times I want a very small, but capable, camera. I can keep this in my pocket, and its 28-200mm f/2.0-4.0 (equivalent) lens is surprisingly sharp. I've had two-page spreads published in national magazines using this little gem. I assume you could pick one up at a low price on e-Bay. I'm not sure if Nikon has continued to develop this series, but I would certainly consider a used P7800.

DeanS Loc: Capital City area of North Carolina

magpix wrote:

I agree. This is one of those "best kept se... (show quote)

Not sure, but I think the P900 is sorta the “logical” follow-on.

mymike Loc: Tucson, AZ

The P900 is too big. I have the P7800 and also the Canon SX50 and Canon G7X Mark II. Each has its own place. When at home and on assignment for the Americans Red Cross I use a DSLR and soon the D750 that I just bought used from a Nikon dealer.