Have you checked out an Insta360? I am not sure if it is the new trend. You are taking a video of everything surrounding you, so you won't miss anything.
The real technique/challenge is the after process.
fourlocks wrote:
My daughter, son-in-law (and grandchild) are taking my wife and me to Disney World, next month. I'm going largely to please my wife and kids but it's been 30 years since I took my kids there and a whole lot has changed since then. Gone are the days of walking up to the ticket booth and buying a ticket; everything's electronic and reserved ahead of time. Luckily, my kids have taken care of lodging, park tickets, rides and restaurants.
My question is what camera to take, if any? I have a Nikon D5600 (heavy & bulky), a Sony HX400V (lightweight and a little bulky) and, of course, an iPhone (no weight & no bulk). I'm not looking at this as a photography adventure and my wife can just as easily take snapshots to document our vacation as I can.
So I'm asking anyone who's been there: Is having a camera slung across your shoulder worth it? Or is a camera problematic when going on rides, walking around the various theme parks, etc.?
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They will be far more memorable with the cellphone.
Enjoy the moments and ditch the gear.
fourlocks wrote:
My daughter, son-in-law (and grandchild) are taking my wife and me to Disney World, next month. I'm going largely to please my wife and kids but it's been 30 years since I took my kids there and a whole lot has changed since then. Gone are the days of walking up to the ticket booth and buying a ticket; everything's electronic and reserved ahead of time. Luckily, my kids have taken care of lodging, park tickets, rides and restaurants.
My question is what camera to take, if any? I have a Nikon D5600 (heavy & bulky), a Sony HX400V (lightweight and a little bulky) and, of course, an iPhone (no weight & no bulk). I'm not looking at this as a photography adventure and my wife can just as easily take snapshots to document our vacation as I can.
So I'm asking anyone who's been there: Is having a camera slung across your shoulder worth it? Or is a camera problematic when going on rides, walking around the various theme parks, etc.?
My daughter, son-in-law (and grandchild) are takin... (
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It's a good opportunity to upgrade to the latest iPhone if you haven't already. iPhone photography is really good these days.
Stubborn DSLR people would feel more comfortable if their iPhone or new Tesla Pi-Phone was in a bag with with one or more 5 pound bag of sugar to add a typical DSLR + lenses weight to the bag.
I rebel at my saying it... but... yes... if the phone cameras were not Swiss Army Knives, did not also make calls, act as a computer etc and only took photos I, we, would be overwhelmed with the new compact multi lens camera.
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
fourlocks wrote:
My daughter, son-in-law (and grandchild) are taking my wife and me to Disney World, next month. I'm going largely to please my wife and kids but it's been 30 years since I took my kids there and a whole lot has changed since then. Gone are the days of walking up to the ticket booth and buying a ticket; everything's electronic and reserved ahead of time. Luckily, my kids have taken care of lodging, park tickets, rides and restaurants.
My question is what camera to take, if any? I have a Nikon D5600 (heavy & bulky), a Sony HX400V (lightweight and a little bulky) and, of course, an iPhone (no weight & no bulk). I'm not looking at this as a photography adventure and my wife can just as easily take snapshots to document our vacation as I can.
So I'm asking anyone who's been there: Is having a camera slung across your shoulder worth it? Or is a camera problematic when going on rides, walking around the various theme parks, etc.?
My daughter, son-in-law (and grandchild) are takin... (
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When traveling I use a Sony HX99 because it fits into a belt pouch so when I am active it rides right along with me. No issues.
It really depends on what you are comfortable with, I enjoy using my cameras (DSLR) I don't enjoy using a phone for pictures
With that being said, is the trip about photography, or time with the family? Sometimes it is best to just enjoy the time without worrying about pictures... whether with phone, or camera.
Yes, JD, but which iPhone?? 7, 8, 9, 12, 14, etc. It may make a difference.
ABJanes
Loc: Jersey Boy now Virginia
fourlocks wrote:
My daughter, son-in-law (and grandchild) are taking my wife and me to Disney World, next month. I'm going largely to please my wife and kids but it's been 30 years since I took my kids there and a whole lot has changed since then. Gone are the days of walking up to the ticket booth and buying a ticket; everything's electronic and reserved ahead of time. Luckily, my kids have taken care of lodging, park tickets, rides and restaurants.
My question is what camera to take, if any? I have a Nikon D5600 (heavy & bulky), a Sony HX400V (lightweight and a little bulky) and, of course, an iPhone (no weight & no bulk). I'm not looking at this as a photography adventure and my wife can just as easily take snapshots to document our vacation as I can.
So I'm asking anyone who's been there: Is having a camera slung across your shoulder worth it? Or is a camera problematic when going on rides, walking around the various theme parks, etc.?
My daughter, son-in-law (and grandchild) are takin... (
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https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0TGdFryYGVvVOS. Mac Photo Sharing Album wait for images to come into focus. Shot with my D7100 & 18-140MM, on-camera flash when needed, Raw & jpeg. I processed the raws on the tougher low light exposures. I would suggest bringing both--D5600 & iPhone.....test & try. The Disney PhotoPass is fun too, they create some fun images. I videoed the rides with the D7100, plenty to hold on too vs an iPhone which could be dropped.
I previously lived in Florida, about 75 miles from Disney. I have many kids and grandkids (1 of whom works for DW). Family tradition was for us to take each to DW when they turn 6.
Now add spouses, kids friends, etc. I was forced to accompany them to DW when they came to visit, so I have been there about a zillion times in the last 50 years, and HATE it.
OK. Enough ranting. As far as equipment, it can get really hot and muggy at DW, so I would take the smallest, lightest camera possible. Preferably something with a moderate zoom, viewfinder, and a neck strap. I think that the phone is best suited for the fireworks at night.
Note that if you have extra time, there is lots of non-plastic things to do in the area. My favorites are St Aigustine (history) and Blue Springs State Park (real nature- manatees and river cruise). Cost is about the same as a hot dog at DW.
Anyway, enjoy your trip.
fourlocks wrote:
My daughter, son-in-law (and grandchild) are taking my wife and me to Disney World, next month. I'm going largely to please my wife and kids but it's been 30 years since I took my kids there and a whole lot has changed since then. Gone are the days of walking up to the ticket booth and buying a ticket; everything's electronic and reserved ahead of time. Luckily, my kids have taken care of lodging, park tickets, rides and restaurants.
My question is what camera to take, if any? I have a Nikon D5600 (heavy & bulky), a Sony HX400V (lightweight and a little bulky) and, of course, an iPhone (no weight & no bulk). I'm not looking at this as a photography adventure and my wife can just as easily take snapshots to document our vacation as I can.
So I'm asking anyone who's been there: Is having a camera slung across your shoulder worth it? Or is a camera problematic when going on rides, walking around the various theme parks, etc.?
My daughter, son-in-law (and grandchild) are takin... (
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I have been to Disneyland numerous times in the past 50 years. Not once have I ever gone without taking a camera with me no matter if it was a Nikon F2, F3, D70 through D800 with at least one lens. I wanted photographs of children and grandchildren along with the various rides and exhibits available. But that is personal preference. Nobody can tell you what to take along for your life's journey. If you do not want to take a camera and/or take photos at all that is up to you. I am now 77 and if I could afford to go at all with grandchildren I would be taking my
Sony RX10IV.
Dennis
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