Looking for a Carry Camera
Dec 31, 2017 12:20:58 #
I’m looking for a carry camera to replace one that died. It needs to be relatively inexpensive, fit in a pants pocket, and absolutely must have a viewfinder; a back screen is inconsequential to me. If I can’t find one with a viewfinder, I’ll just use my phone. I’m open to new or used. Any suggestions?
Dec 31, 2017 12:45:13 #
Dec 31, 2017 12:45:41 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
There are very good Sony and Panasonic pocket cameras with viewfinder. However, if you want an inexpensive one, it will most likely be a Sony pocket camera, that does not shoot RAW. Such as the HX-90V. JPEG only. Panasonic, on the other hand offers RAW and a viewfinder, but they ain't cheap. Sony sensors will likely be the 1/2.3". Good luck. Some Sony pocket cameras shoot RAW too. More $$.
Dec 31, 2017 12:54:36 #
Fujifilm X100F (used) fits jacket pocket. Has both electronic and optical viewfinder.
Dec 31, 2017 13:57:23 #
Dec 31, 2017 14:02:20 #
Jan 1, 2018 07:29:56 #
Have an LX 100 Lumix. Might fit in a pants pocket but tight. Definitely will fit in a jacket pocket. Micro 4/3 both LCD and electronic viewfinder.
Jan 1, 2018 07:55:46 #
Jan 1, 2018 08:30:21 #
Try to find a now discontinued Canon A1400. Small, cheap, w/viewfinder and uses AA batteries. chase
Jan 1, 2018 09:09:53 #
costco has a new Panasonic for under $400.00 has everything you requested, and more.
Captain Al
Captain Al
Jan 1, 2018 09:20:50 #
jaymatt wrote:
I’m looking for a carry camera to replace one that died. It needs to be relatively inexpensive, fit in a pants pocket, and absolutely must have a viewfinder; a back screen is inconsequential to me. If I can’t find one with a viewfinder, I’ll just use my phone. I’m open to new or used. Any suggestions?
I have a small Nikon Coolpix I picked up on eBay for $75. Travel with it when riding my Harley. Pull it out at Read lights to grab a fast shot.
Jan 1, 2018 11:56:40 #
jaymatt wrote:
I’m looking for a carry camera to replace one that died. It needs to be relatively inexpensive, fit in a pants pocket, and absolutely must have a viewfinder; a back screen is inconsequential to me. If I can’t find one with a viewfinder, I’ll just use my phone. I’m open to new or used. Any suggestions?
Look at the Canon Power Shot G series. I have the G-15 which shoots in raw and has an f/1.8 - 2.8 lens 6.1mm - 30.5mm Lens. It has a viewfinder. It has been replaced by the G-16. As far as I know all of the G series will shoot in raw as well as jpeg.
Bud
Jan 1, 2018 12:42:38 #
jaymatt wrote:
Iâm looking for a carry camera to replace one that died. It needs to be relatively inexpensive, fit in a pants pocket, and absolutely must have a viewfinder; a back screen is inconsequential to me. If I canât find one with a viewfinder, Iâll just use my phone. Iâm open to new or used. Any suggestions?
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Jan 1, 2018 12:47:47 #
Jan 1, 2018 13:05:33 #
Thanks for all your kind responses--I think I have something in mind now.
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