Retirement Camera
Nov 5, 2023 07:38:42 #
If I was planning to buy only 1 camera today and use it throughout retirement, I would be ordering the Nikon Z8. It's a remarkably versatile camera with one possible downside - it's not light. My second choice would be a Nikon Z6iii if and when it's available for purchase.
Hope you are able to resolve the medical issues.
Hope you are able to resolve the medical issues.
Nov 5, 2023 07:43:11 #
So sorry to hear about your health challenges - good luck! Since you're a Nikon shooter, I wouldn't waste time learning how to use the menu system, buttons, etc. of other brands. I'd recommend sticking with Nikon. I have a Z50 with the 16-50mm and 50-250mm kit lenses which I took all over Iceland and I couldn't be happier with the photographs! Great little camera, lightweight, mirrorless, has good reach, and won't break the bank. I also purchased the Z 18-140mm lens as a general 'walk around' lens when I don't want to change lenses and it's also excellent. I will try to post a couple of photos here.....
Nov 5, 2023 07:45:23 #
Nov 5, 2023 07:51:17 #
DaveyDitzer
Loc: Western PA
[quote=Tay]Recently retired with a disability. Got some horrific health news last month. Rather than sit around we are traveling.
Need help purchasing a new camera capable of supporting my love of street and landscape photography.
Criteria: 1. Has to be budget friendly…not lowest and not highest $. 2. Travel friendly meaning light weight and durable 3. Thinking I’d like the camera body then 2 lens…one for street and one to assist with more reach in landscape. 4. Not really into video capabilities. 5. Must have a viewfinder.
One word of caution is ergonomics. If your hands work well then small and light will solve your desires. I tried a Nikon Zfc (16oz.) but found that with my arthritis I couldn't manage the camera all that well so I have it up for sale. If you can, go to a camera store and handle some examples to see how they feel to you.
Need help purchasing a new camera capable of supporting my love of street and landscape photography.
Criteria: 1. Has to be budget friendly…not lowest and not highest $. 2. Travel friendly meaning light weight and durable 3. Thinking I’d like the camera body then 2 lens…one for street and one to assist with more reach in landscape. 4. Not really into video capabilities. 5. Must have a viewfinder.
One word of caution is ergonomics. If your hands work well then small and light will solve your desires. I tried a Nikon Zfc (16oz.) but found that with my arthritis I couldn't manage the camera all that well so I have it up for sale. If you can, go to a camera store and handle some examples to see how they feel to you.
Nov 5, 2023 08:22:47 #
APSC - large/heavy !
M4/3 - better, but really still large/heavy compared to Sony 1 inch sensor -
If you are SERIOUS about small/light/good IQ, then the Sony RX100 M6/7 is the sweet spot - 24-200mm equiv f2.8-4.5 ......NO carrying/changing lenses - that is antiquated thinking for travel !
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M4/3 - better, but really still large/heavy compared to Sony 1 inch sensor -
If you are SERIOUS about small/light/good IQ, then the Sony RX100 M6/7 is the sweet spot - 24-200mm equiv f2.8-4.5 ......NO carrying/changing lenses - that is antiquated thinking for travel !
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Nov 5, 2023 08:27:14 #
RKL349 wrote:
Nikon Z50 with either the 16-50mm and 50-250mm lenses or the 24mm f/1.7 in place of the 16-50mm. Great for travel, should fit your budget.
This camera and the two-lens package is often available refurbished from Nikon Directly for about $1000, so probably meets your budget criteria too.
Nov 5, 2023 08:31:58 #
jcwall396 wrote:
These are with the Z50 and the 18-140mm lens....
Will the Z50 and 18-140 lens fit in your pocket ??
Nov 5, 2023 09:02:23 #
larryepage
Loc: North Texas area
SuperflyTNT wrote:
A fine camera for your purposes. Not right for him. There’s nothing “lightweight” about it.
Actually, with that 16-80 lens, there is. We don't know what his health problem is, and we don't know how physically limiting it might be. My point is that it is not necessary to always bury the baby to reduce weight. Sometimes much less drastic solutions can accomplish what is needed.
Nov 5, 2023 09:04:26 #
jcwall396 wrote:
These are with the Z50 and the 18-140mm lens....
Love your Iceland photos!!
Nov 5, 2023 09:08:18 #
imagemeister wrote:
Will the Z50 and 18-140 lens fit in your pocket ??
Not with the 18-140 lens. If you attach the 16-50 then it might if you have a larger
Pocket, like a coat pocket. It’s not much bigger than a point and shoot.
Nov 5, 2023 09:27:20 #
xt2
Loc: British Columbia, Canada
larryepage wrote:
Sorry to hear about everything you are having to d... (show quote)
I think the OP wanted a light weight camera system…
Nov 5, 2023 09:39:29 #
StanMac
Loc: Tennessee
Tay wrote:
Recently retired with a disability. Got some horri... (show quote)
I would recommend a mirrorless camera. I’ve fallen in love with Fujifilm’s X-Pro3. Good feel in the hand, light weight, not too big or small. Their 18-55 and 55-200 lenses make a very versatile kit (28-350mm equivalent in full frame). And if you have a favorite vintage lens(s) you can easily adapt them to the camera. The fun quotient can be as big as you want.
Stan
Nov 5, 2023 09:56:05 #
User ID wrote:
OmD m4/3 midlevel models.
Tiny fast 12 or 17mm for street.
Plenty of longer yet compact FLs, you pick.
Body model EM-5 III or EM-1 III would be versatile affordable midlevel choices while avoiding the bottom feeders.
(FWIW, I know all that gear first hand.)
Tiny fast 12 or 17mm for street.
Plenty of longer yet compact FLs, you pick.
Body model EM-5 III or EM-1 III would be versatile affordable midlevel choices while avoiding the bottom feeders.
(FWIW, I know all that gear first hand.)
Exactly.
The perfect system for travel for the person who wants an interchangeable lens system. It is a good balance between weight, utility and image quality. I am always amazed more people do not use it! It’s a fun (and challenging at times) little system.
Used micro 4/3 gear is cheaper than the other brands for a lot of reasons…demand and cheaper original costs. The small primes are tiny. The pro line of lenses, if one wants to get into that, are as good as any lens made.
The Om-5 body is small yet mighty. The older version of that same body, as you mentioned, the em5 mark 3 is also a fantastic body. And the in body image stabilization of the system is darned near Voodoo. Actually the smaller sensor size makes stabilization easier. I can hand hold for several seconds. And if I am near a tree or similar I can use it as a brace for maybe 5 seconds. No tripod needed! When I do static indoor photography, such as a museum, the IBIS allows me to use pretty low ISO,
and the mirrorless aspect of the camera allows for some pretty interesting exposures.
Add to that a small prime and the very light 14-150 lens and you’re set.
See m-u43.com for for a dedicated forum and sales of the micro 4/3 gear. Often excellent photography discussions (very infrequent snark) and good deals on used gear.
I do have a few small primes I’d be willing to sell as well. You get into the system pm me if you’re interested.
On the health front I got some pretty bad news a while back. All I can say is keep moving!
Nov 5, 2023 10:48:52 #
LXK0930
Loc: Souh Jersey
Tay wrote:
Recently retired with a disability. Got some horri... (show quote)
I have a similar physical situation.
Anyway, I recently took a Rhine river cruise. I own an Olympus E520 outfit, but found it a bit too heavy, and the tele zoom is too short (300mm). Also, I wanted to avoid changing lenses.
After doing a lot of research, I ended up with a used LUMIX FZ200 (in LN condition) for under $100. I know that its small sensor will put many people off, but the camera's constant f2.8 lens makes up for a lot of sensor limitations.
I found that the FZ200's long reach (600mm equivalent) was perfect for shooting from the boat. I also brought a tiny Canon S110 for my very short shore excursions.
(Note that the Olympus Stylus-1 would probably fit my needs too, but they are really hard to find).
Anyway, I hope that my experience helps. Good luck.
Nov 5, 2023 10:50:08 #
The OP states he is considering a light weight camera and a couple lenses to cover street and landscape photography. One camera that hasn’t been mentioned is the Sony A6xxx series. The A6100 and the Sony 18-135 zoom lens pretty much covers that requirement. For street photography the Sony E-PZ 10-20 lens is a good choice. The overall package isn’t necessarily inexpensive, but it’s still affordable and would fit his needs. The A6xxx series cameras are easy to use, reliable, and produce excellent images. Even the lowly, long in the tooth A6000 is a good choice and budget friendly.
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