"We're Gonna Need a Smaller Camera" (Page 2): I have carried the fugi finpix and olympus tg waterproof cameras when I needed small and exposed shooting where i didnt want to carry my...

wcmoorejr Loc: Birmingham Alabama

jerryc41 wrote:

I love that line from "Jaws" about a &qu... (show quote)

I have carried the fugi finpix and olympus tg waterproof cameras when I needed small and exposed shooting where i didnt want to carry my dslr (mirrorless now). They take surprisingly good pictures and i dont have to worry about getting them wet. They were also great for skiing because they can take impact and they fit fine in my skijacket. I have used several models over the last 10 years. I will say that the latest iPhone does a surprisingly good job.

Phil Martin Loc: New Hampshire

jerryc41 wrote:

I love that line from "Jaws" about a &qu... (show quote)

I was in the same boat but discovered the discontinued Nikon 1V1. The whole Nikon 1 series is great!

jlocke Loc: Austin, TX

PHRubin wrote:

If I'm not mistaken, the HX99 has a pop-up viewfinder that might seem flimsy. Panasonic makes the Lumix DCZS80 which is similar with a solid viewfinder. It might be a shade larger. I love mine. For a model with a much larger sensor, the DMC-ZS100 or -ZS200D is available, 'tho with a lesser zoom.

I bought a Lumix DC-ZS80 after reading some comments on here. I take it to concerts where they don't allow cameras with a removable lens. I really like the long optical zoom (30x, 24-720mm) and it shoots great video (4K). The photos I take are quite noisy from pushing the ISO at an indoor concert, but a little Topaz DeNoise goes a long way.

Here's a photo from a recent Eric Johnson show. We were in the 5th row.

(Download)

DaveyDitzer Loc: Western PA

jerryc41 wrote:

I love that line from "Jaws" about a "bigger boat." I like carrying a small camera that fits into a case on my belt, but this Sony WX9 falls short. 😂

In many situations, it's not practical to carry a DSLR or a mirrorless. .

I use a (now older) Nikon P7800 with EVF. 1" sensor, shoots RAW if desired.

bsprague Loc: Lacey, WA, USA

jerryc41 wrote:

Thanks, everyone. I'll look at these. I think I might start using my old Canon Elph SD800IS again. It has a viewfinder.

Spending $500 - $1,000 for the convenience of a small, occasional camera is not in my plans.

Jerry,

Why did you start this topic?

kenArchi Loc: Seal Beach, CA

Hs360 canon

JD750 Loc: SoCal

jerryc41 wrote:

I love that line from "Jaws" about a &qu... (show quote)

JD750 Loc: SoCal

jerryc41 wrote:

I love that line from "Jaws" about a &qu... (show quote)

Im just curious where are you and what are you carrying that precludes carrying a small format camera on a strap or in a backpack?

A sell phone camera sounds like the obvious solution to your dilemma. Modern cell phone cameras are better than older dedicated cameras.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

bobmcculloch wrote:

I use a Canon G15 as a pocket camera

Thanks, but I've decided to stick with my SD800IS. It's small, and it's paid for.

PHRubin Loc: Nashville TN USA

PHRubin wrote:

If I'm not mistaken, the HX99 has a pop-up viewfinder that might seem flimsy. Panasonic makes the Lumix DCZS80 which is similar with a solid viewfinder. It might be a shade larger. I love mine. For a model with a much larger sensor, the DMC-ZS100 or -ZS200D is available, 'tho with a lesser zoom.

I always forget to mention that there is also the DCZS70 which is a minor step down from the DCZS80 for less $. You can compare them here:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/compare/Panasonic_DC-ZS70_vs_Panasonic_DC-ZS80/BHitems/1328549-REG_1737440-REG

PHRubin Loc: Nashville TN USA

It seems many of you are ignoring OP's preference for having a viewfinder.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

PHRubin wrote:

I always forget to mention that there is also the DCZS70 which is a minor step down from the DCZS80 for less $. You can compare them here:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/compare/Panasonic_DC-ZS70_vs_Panasonic_DC-ZS80/BHitems/1328549-REG_1737440-REG

Thanks! I like comparisons.

srg

Canisdirus wrote:

I'm sort of surprised this is still an issue.

I consider my Sony A7RIV...to be tiny...and it is.

You mean your Speed Graphic doesn't fit into a pouch?
Maybe if you remove the flash bulb mechanism....

Canisdirus

srg wrote:

You mean your Speed Graphic doesn't fit into a pouch?
Maybe if you remove the flash bulb mechanism....

It was very plain.

My camera is tiny.

I cannot imagine going smaller.

IDguy Loc: Idaho

jerryc41 wrote:

I love that line from "Jaws" about a &qu... (show quote)

iPhone 14 plus has three lenses, 45 MP, RAW images and great editor. It has taken over that role from my Nikon Z50. Keeping the Z50/for wildlife with Nikon 200-400 and 1.4 TC: up to 1000 mm effective.