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camera/lens for serious hiking
Nov 15, 2015 18:24:01 #
Yes - my suggestion about a bridge camera left out the Olympus Line - great cameras.
13oct1931 wrote:
Recently, I purchased an OLYMPUS SH-1 (I have several other Olympus models.) I am "blown away" with pictures it produces. It is slightly larger than a pack of cigs; it will easily slip into a shirt pocket. I bought it as a refurb directly from Oly. It cost a couple of hundred bucks; it has a modest zoom lens and many useful programs.
Who could ask for anything more???? Alyn
Who could ask for anything more???? Alyn
Nov 15, 2015 18:24:49 #
My Nikon 18-105mm lens stays on my camera more than any other lenses I have. It's not too big and the zoom range is just right for a walk around lens. Mine gets pretty sharp images with nice color rendition.
will
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Nov 15, 2015 18:29:46 #
rjaywallace wrote:
Then, Bob, what you want (a Nikon DSLR _and_ a small, lightweight outfit) does not exist. Several experienced people here have suggested a selection of high quality compacts, but you've chosen to ignore us. No harm, no foul.
Not ignoring.....just really looking for thoughts from anyone with 16-85 experience. While I appreciate posts on anything lightweight, I am willing to pack my D5300 and a lightweight lens, ie, 16-85, if others have satisfactory results with it. Yeah, I could look at pro tests, but I prefer thoughts from people with real world experience with this lens.
Nov 15, 2015 18:33:29 #
Soul Dr. wrote:
My Nikon 18-105mm lens stays on my camera more than any other lenses I have. It's not too big and the zoom range is just right for a walk around lens. Mine gets pretty sharp images with nice color rendition.
will
will
I don't usually put much trust in Rockwell's thoughts, but he says this lens is soft. Have you noticed any softness, and if so, at what focal lengths/f-stops?
Nov 15, 2015 19:28:12 #
I suppose the first question should be what kind of hiking does the OP do. Is it short, day hikes or hiking/camping outings? That would have an impact on what kind of camera would be suitable for his needs. I, for one, even though I am a DSLR fan, wouldn't care to lug a D7200 on an extended backpacking hike, burnInwould take a compact camera with a moderate zoom and at ,east some degree of manual control. Even one with a 1/2.3 sensor could work. At least there wouldn't be a need to carry extra lenses, based on the lens size he indicated. Anything that can be tucked into a jacket pocket or backpack compartment would work. But if his hiking is mainly short walks from the car to a site to take photos, then a DSLR works.
Nov 15, 2015 19:55:47 #
shutterbob wrote:
I don't usually put much trust in Rockwell's thoughts, but he says this lens is soft. Have you noticed any softness, and if so, at what focal lengths/f-stops?
My lens isn't soft. It takes pretty sharp images. I don't know which one Rockwell was talking about, mine is the DX, AF-S, 18-105mm 1:3.5-5.6 G, ED version.
Look at these shots and see what you think, they look pretty sharp to me. All were taken hand held at 105mm.
will
Nov 15, 2015 21:31:29 #
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Nov 15, 2015 23:03:59 #
shutterbob wrote:
So, I just returned from a trip to Sedona. Did a lot of hiking and carried my D750 with a Nikon 24-70. Images came out great but I will never carry this combo for hiking again.....just too large and heavy. I also have a D7100 and D5300. I will probably carry the 5300 next time but I was looking for lens recommendations. I have a 18-55 on it right now. Was thinking about a 16-85 but I have no experience with it. Will obviously be used mostly for scenics. Thoughts?
I use a Tamron 18-270 and it is ideal. I hike in the mountains a lot and might need a wide angle lens one moment and a few minutes later want as long a telephoto as I can get. My son in law uses a Sigma 18-250 and it is good also but there are times I appreciate the longer Tamron range. Neither lens is too heavy and compress to as small size but be sure to keep it locked shut or you get annoying lens creep. I've had the lens for years and have taken many thousands of pix with it and it is sturdy and reliable.
If I am going to be wading in water or snow or climbing a bit I use a waterproof P&S.
Nov 16, 2015 15:23:01 #
fantom wrote:
I use a Tamron 18-270 and it is ideal. I hike in the mountains a lot and might need a wide angle lens one moment and a few minutes later want as long a telephoto as I can get. but be sure to keep it locked shut or you get annoying lens creep. I've had the lens for years and have taken many thousands of pix with it and it is sturdy and reliable.
Your post got attention so I did a internet search and found Andorama has a nice selection of these lens (used) in my price range $210 - $250 I think I have found a Xmas present for myself. LOL
Nov 16, 2015 20:04:06 #
Harvey wrote:
Your post got attention so I did a internet search and found Andorama has a nice selection of these lens (used) in my price range $210 - $250 I think I have found a Xmas present for myself. LOL
Good for you, I am sure you will like it. I should have mentioned that you should look for a refurbished one but I am sure that from Adorama a used lens will be perfectly fine.
Nov 16, 2015 22:18:14 #
shutterbob wrote:
So, I just returned from a trip to Sedona. Did a lot of hiking and carried my D750 with a Nikon 24-70. Images came out great but I will never carry this combo for hiking again.....just too large and heavy. I also have a D7100 and D5300. I will probably carry the 5300 next time but I was looking for lens recommendations. I have a 18-55 on it right now. Was thinking about a 16-85 but I have no experience with it. Will obviously be used mostly for scenic. Thoughts?
I currently use a D5300 and have all kinds of lenses for a wide variety of uses.
I use my 16-85mm as my walk around lens. I find it versatile for hiking and scenic pics as well sunrise and sunset pics. It's Sharp, Lite and is extreme in its wide to close up options. I think you'll like if you try it. Please see one one of pics below.
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Nov 17, 2015 09:46:51 #
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Think I will go ahead and get one. Seems to be the best compromise between light weight, useful focal rangs, and price. :thumbup:
Catchnreel wrote:
I currently use a D5300 and have all kinds of lenses for a wide variety of uses.
I use my 16-85mm as my walk around lens. I find it versatile for hiking and scenic pics as well sunrise and sunset pics. It's Sharp, Lite and is extreme in its wide to close up options. I think you'll like if you try it. Please see one one of pics below.
I use my 16-85mm as my walk around lens. I find it versatile for hiking and scenic pics as well sunrise and sunset pics. It's Sharp, Lite and is extreme in its wide to close up options. I think you'll like if you try it. Please see one one of pics below.
Think I will go ahead and get one. Seems to be the best compromise between light weight, useful focal rangs, and price. :thumbup:
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