High quality pocketable camera with some zoom?
Dec 15, 2018 14:23:14 #
My DSLR type cameras with interchangable lenses are too cumbersome to take with me when I'm out shopping or doing chores etc. I've been interested for some time in getting a pocketable camera that I can drop into my shirt pocket and always have with me. Pocketability is , however only one of my "needs". I also require a camera capable of high IQ, preferably shooting RAW, with an optical (not digital) zoom from a modest wide angle to a modest telephoto. (35-105 FF equiv?)
A viewfinder is a necessity since I frequently cannot see the image on the back screen LCD when outside. Adequate weather sealing is also highly desirable although total waterproofing is not necessary. Is there a camera out there that fits my "needs"?. NOTE: A cell phone camera is not an option.
A viewfinder is a necessity since I frequently cannot see the image on the back screen LCD when outside. Adequate weather sealing is also highly desirable although total waterproofing is not necessary. Is there a camera out there that fits my "needs"?. NOTE: A cell phone camera is not an option.
Dec 15, 2018 14:46:04 #
wdross
Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado
photogeneralist wrote:
My DSLR type cameras with interchangable lenses a... (show quote)
Try looking at the Olympus TG-5. Relatively small, rugged, waterproof, 25-100 zoom in 35mm terms, and affordable. Also, Panasonic has put out a tough camrera (SF-7?) that might be worth looking at.
Dec 15, 2018 14:51:17 #
alx
Loc: NJ
wdross wrote:
Try looking at the Olympus TG-5. Relatively small, rugged, waterproof, 25-100 zoom in 35mm terms, and affordable. Also, Panasonic has put out a tough camrera (SF-7?) that might be worth looking at.
I'll second the TG-5.
Dec 15, 2018 15:04:47 #
Sony RX100x, used, any of the iterations 1-6
Very pocketable, extremely capable, 24-70 or more, depending on model
Have fun
(Does tg5 have a viewfinder???)
Very pocketable, extremely capable, 24-70 or more, depending on model
Have fun
(Does tg5 have a viewfinder???)
Dec 15, 2018 16:38:20 #
photogeneralist wrote:
My DSLR type cameras with interchangable lenses a... (show quote)
The latest model of the Sony RX100M6 has a 24-200 zoom, and will fit nicely into your shirt pocket. IF you would be happy with a 24-70 zoom, you could save considerably on an RX100M5
Dec 15, 2018 20:53:08 #
photogeneralist wrote:
My DSLR type cameras with interchangable lenses a... (show quote)
My, you must have HUGE shirt pockets! That's a lot of stuff to get into a tiny camera. I find that my RX100III is more weight and bulk than I want in a shirt pocket (though I can carry it in a jean pocket), but, have learned to tolerate a little Fujifilm XQ1 on a lanyard (cameras like to jump out of unbuttoned shirt pockets) ~ (however, it has a tiny 2/3" sensor & no viewfinder). You might take a look at the Sony HX90V, although the weight saving over the RX100 is not really all that great.
https://www.sony.com/electronics/cyber-shot-compact-cameras/dsc-hx90v
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Dec 16, 2018 02:21:31 #
The Panasonic Lumix ZS100 might be a good option. It meets most of your criteria. However, I don't believe it is weather sealed.
Dec 16, 2018 02:32:42 #
jdub82 wrote:
The Panasonic Lumix ZS100 might be a good option. It meets most of your criteria. However, I don't believe it is weather sealed.
That one will need an even larger shirt pocket...
Dec 16, 2018 02:36:10 #
le boecere wrote:
That one will need an even larger shirt pocket...
Really?? Are you thinking of a different Lumix model than the ZS100? It is definitely small enough for a pocket. Though I don't think any of the mentioned cameras really fit well into a small shirt pocket, including the Sony RX100 models.
Dec 16, 2018 05:06:28 #
If all you want is a pocket camera why not just use a smart phone. They are about as handy as you can get when you need a picture taken.
Dec 16, 2018 05:20:18 #
mikegreenwald
Loc: Illinois
The Sony Rx100 series meets your needs (if you add the optional EVF). I'm still using my Mk II, and very happy with it. That being said, I may soon buy the Mk IV, but waiting to see the still unavailable Canon SX 70.
Dec 16, 2018 05:44:29 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
photogeneralist wrote:
My DSLR type cameras with interchangable lenses a... (show quote)
Sony RX100 VI with a new 24-200 Zeiss lens.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1413824-REG/sony_dscrx100m6_b_cyber_shot_dsc_rx100_vi_digital.html?sts=pi
Or, my favorite, Sony HX99, has a 24-720 mm Zeiss lens and shoots RAW,
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1437917-REG/sony_dsc_hx99_b_cyber_shot_dsc_hx99_digital_camera.html?sts=pi
Both camera's deliver sharp images. I like the pop up viewfinder and the tilt up screen. I used the tilt up screen to take the following photo along the Maine coast. Sony HX90V.
Dec 16, 2018 07:00:24 #
Compact zoom -
https://www.ephotozine.com/article/top-10-best-pocket-zoom---travel-zoom-cameras-2016-19720
https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/2016-roundup-consumer-long-zoom-compacts
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
Compact viewfinder, raw -
https://www.lifewire.com/best-viewfinder-cameras-493677
http://www.compactcamerawithviewfinder.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/compact-cameras-with-viewfinders
https://www.ephotozine.com/article/top-10-best-pocket-zoom---travel-zoom-cameras-2016-19720
https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/2016-roundup-consumer-long-zoom-compacts
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
Compact viewfinder, raw -
https://www.lifewire.com/best-viewfinder-cameras-493677
http://www.compactcamerawithviewfinder.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/compact-cameras-with-viewfinders
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