Best pocketable camera?
Jan 18, 2017 07:06:11 #
Dharmatma wrote:
Traveling with a group of street musicians and need a camera that can get good action shots and is fairly good in low light.
Don't need telescopic lens.
Don't need telescopic lens.
When I need a compact, I use my Sony A6000.
Compact zooms -
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/2016-roundup-compact-enthusiast-zoom-cameras
https://www.ephotozine.com/article/top-10-best-pocket-zoom-digital-cameras-2015-19720
http://www.dpreview.com/articles/0692551582/2015-roundup-advanced-zoom-compacts/01
Jan 18, 2017 08:02:10 #
Jan 18, 2017 08:48:51 #
mtvillegas50 wrote:
What model of Sony?
A6000
I got it a month ago when it was $528 with the lens.
https://smile.amazon.com/Sony-Mirrorless-Digital-Camera-16-50mm/dp/B00I8BICB2/ref=sr_1_5?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1484747286&sr=1-5&keywords=sony+A6000
Jan 18, 2017 08:53:59 #
Ricoh GR or GR ll. Smaller than any mentioned. Uses sensor as Nikon D7200.
Jan 18, 2017 09:34:32 #
Dharmatma wrote:
Traveling with a group of street musicians and need a camera that can get good action shots and is fairly good in low light.
Don't need telescopic lens.
Don't need telescopic lens.
Please define "pocketable" my first thought Canon G15, needs a large pocket, Bob.
Jan 18, 2017 09:55:40 #
When you say "pocketable" I think in terms of a camera that will fit in your shirt pocket. I like my Lumix ZS50 and have gotten some really fine low light shots with it. You might take a look at its review: https://www.dpreview.com/products/panasonic/compacts/panasonic_dmczs50
Good luck with your selection and have fun making it. Nothing more exciting than getting/learning a new camera.
Good luck with your selection and have fun making it. Nothing more exciting than getting/learning a new camera.
Jan 18, 2017 10:05:16 #
insman1132 wrote:
When you say "pocketable" I think in terms of a camera that will fit in your shirt pocket. I like my Lumix ZS50 and have gotten some really fine low light shots with it. You might take a look at its review: https://www.dpreview.com/products/panasonic/compacts/panasonic_dmczs50
Good luck with your selection and have fun making it. Nothing more exciting than getting/learning a new camera.
Good luck with your selection and have fun making it. Nothing more exciting than getting/learning a new camera.
And anything that is requires a partner
Jan 18, 2017 10:14:13 #
peterg
Loc: Santa Rosa, CA
Another vote for the Sony RX100. If you don't need all the latest features in the RX100m5, compare with the RX100m3. Save $200-300. Compare at: http://photographylife.com/sony-rx100-series-comparison. Fits with its leather case in my jeans front pocket.
Jan 18, 2017 10:22:34 #
That's a POCKET camera???? You must have BIG pockets.
jerryc41 wrote:
A6000
I got it a month ago when it was $528 with the lens.
https://smile.amazon.com/Sony-Mirrorless-Digital-Camera-16-50mm/dp/B00I8BICB2/ref=sr_1_5?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1484747286&sr=1-5&keywords=sony+A6000
I got it a month ago when it was $528 with the lens.
https://smile.amazon.com/Sony-Mirrorless-Digital-Camera-16-50mm/dp/B00I8BICB2/ref=sr_1_5?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1484747286&sr=1-5&keywords=sony+A6000
Jan 18, 2017 10:29:05 #
I shoot with a Sony RX100 M2. Great low light pocket camera. Also has special effects where you can create a copy in watercolor. Very nice
Rape of the Sabines - Florence Italy
King Neptune - Florence Italy
Water color - Venice Italy
Jan 18, 2017 10:56:09 #
The Canon G9x is a fine choice. I carry one in my pocket wherever I go, and couldn't be happier.
Jan 18, 2017 11:24:57 #
balticvid
Loc: Queens now NJ
mas24 wrote:
There are many. But Panasonic/Lumix would be a first choice, followed by Sony.
I agree. Panasonic and Sony are tops in their class.
Jan 18, 2017 12:16:24 #
Another vote for the Sony RX100. Fits in a shirt or jeans pocket. Great in low light. Has most of the functionality of larger dslr's
Jan 18, 2017 12:22:35 #
The Sony rx100MK2 is an amazing choice. Read any review and many are trying hard to copy but have only come close. One reason is the zeiss lens. . Sony has a clear image zoom which is far superior to digital zoom and takes you from 3.7 to 7x which should cover you. It also has digital which takes you to 11x but I turn it off and never use it. Comes with built in flash. Use it on sport scene mode or superior auto mode to capture movement Put it in my jean pocket. I use the Alex White has a great book on the camera so you can learn how to maximize the abundant features. I would suggest 3 accessories. Mega gear uv lens protector. Invisable. Richard franiec grip. Sony semi hard screen protector. You will be amazed at the quality of the images. Once you learn how to use the settings results will rival many bulky DSLRs. My daughter took this camera to her European tour at 15 years old. The photos were better than semi pro cameras which the guide and some students had. They used hers for the yearbook
Jan 18, 2017 14:12:05 #
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