Sony RX10 iV or D7200 for African safari? I was torn between taking my Nikon D7200, & investing in a 150-600 lens for long range reach, or taking a Sony RX-10 iV which offers...

ChrisEdwardsUSA Loc: Philadelphia

I was torn between taking my Nikon D7200, & investing in a 150-600 lens for long range reach, or taking a Sony RX-10 iV which offers convenience & versatility, for a recent trip to Kenya.

Finally I took a gamble on the Sony, & I must say I am pleased with the decision & results.

Attached are a few examples, all straight out of the camera....

I can certainly recommend this Sony, it exceeded my expectations.

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HOT Texas Loc: From the Heart of Texas

WOW, I can see why your pleased, Excellent photo's

James56 Loc: Nashville, Tennessee

Great job, beautiful photos. I have the Mark 3 version, and it's the best travel camera I've ever owned. Pretty much a grab-n-go camera. Has everything needed built in.

MadMikeOne Loc: So. NJ Shore - a bit west of Atlantic City

ChrisEdwardsUSA wrote:

I was torn between taking my Nikon D7200, & investing in a 150-600 lens for long range reach, or taking a Sony RX-10 iV which offers convenience & versatility, for a recent trip to Kenya.

Finally I took a gamble on the Sony, & I must say I am pleased with the decision & results.

Attached are a few examples, all straight out of the camera....

I can certainly recommend this Sony, it exceeded my expectations.

Excellent decision. My husband & I returned a few weeks ago. We were on 2 safaris with Aussie friends. I had my D7200 & D500 with 2 lenses - one on each body. My Aussie buddy had the Sony RX10 iv (his neck & shoulder won’t take the weight of a DSLR). His images were excellent. I am seriously considering purchasing that camera for my next long trip with severe carry-on weight limits. My back up would be a less expensive bridge or a good point and shoot.

jdub82 Loc: Northern California

Nice Safari shots! Great to see some examples of what the RX10IV can do on a Safari trip.

Leicaflex Loc: Cymru

Yes, it is a high specification camera and has an ideal zoom lens
which makes for a superb travel camera as your photographs
have illustrated.
All you need in just one camera.
Well taken.

rmm0605 Loc: Atlanta GA

ChrisEdwardsUSA wrote:

I was torn between taking my Nikon D7200, & investing in a 150-600 lens for long range reach, or taking a Sony RX-10 iV which offers convenience & versatility, for a recent trip to Kenya.

Finally I took a gamble on the Sony, & I must say I am pleased with the decision & results.

Attached are a few examples, all straight out of the camera....

I can certainly recommend this Sony, it exceeded my expectations.

Nice work, Chris!!!

CanonTom Loc: Birmingham

Chris, these are great. I am seriously looking at this camera! Tom

photophile Loc: Lakewood, Ohio, USA

ChrisEdwardsUSA wrote:

I was torn between taking my Nikon D7200, & investing in a 150-600 lens for long range reach, or taking a Sony RX-10 iV which offers convenience & versatility, for a recent trip to Kenya.

Finally I took a gamble on the Sony, & I must say I am pleased with the decision & results.

Attached are a few examples, all straight out of the camera....

I can certainly recommend this Sony, it exceeded my expectations.

Good results.

Wanderer2 Loc: Colorado Rocky Mountains

What a wonderful experience for you - I'm so envious. Lovely photos too.

phv Loc: Goleta, California

Wonderful captures! Just superb!

phlash46 Loc: Westchester County, New York

ebbote Loc: Hockley, Texas

Very good series Chris.

therwol Loc: USA

ChrisEdwardsUSA wrote:

I was torn between taking my Nikon D7200, & investing in a 150-600 lens for long range reach, or taking a Sony RX-10 iV which offers convenience & versatility, for a recent trip to Kenya.

Finally I took a gamble on the Sony, & I must say I am pleased with the decision & results.

Attached are a few examples, all straight out of the camera....

I can certainly recommend this Sony, it exceeded my expectations.

You have a great eye for composition. I couldn't match it in a million years. You can actually see the people in the hot air balloon. Pretty amazing for a camera with such a small sensor.

TomC. Loc: Bel Air, MD

ChrisEdwardsUSA wrote:

I was torn between taking my Nikon D7200, & investing in a 150-600 lens for long range reach, or taking a Sony RX-10 iV which offers convenience & versatility, for a recent trip to Kenya.

Finally I took a gamble on the Sony, & I must say I am pleased with the decision & results.

Attached are a few examples, all straight out of the camera....

I can certainly recommend this Sony, it exceeded my expectations.

Terrific shots, Chris. You made a good choice.