Back in the market for a camera

PerfesserR

posted: 8/7/2010 at 3:29 PM

Pretty good I think. 14 MP, stabilization, video. It's not an SLR but for a pocket camera I'm pleased.

"Able to function despite imminent catastrophe"

"The most common question from potential entrants is 'I do not know if I can do this' to which I usually answer, 'that's the whole point'.--Paul Charteris, Tarawera Ultramarathon RD.

"They just couldn't believe that somebody would do all that running for no reason."--Forrest Gump

Boston Marathon 15 April

Big Sur Marathon 28 April

Bighorn 50 Mile 15 June

Tahoe Rim Trail 100M 20/21 July

Trent

posted: 8/7/2010 at 4:42 PM

"Very poor picture quality. Feels weak and flimsy for a supposed "tough" camera. Some features plain don't work. Blurry pictures a near constant occasion."

I'm running somewhere tomorrow. It's going to be beautiful. I can't wait.

Poor baby

Afty

posted: 8/7/2010 at 9:12 PM
modified: 8/7/2010 at 9:16 PM

Another vote for the Canon S90. I don't have one, but it's what the folks on the photo forums always suggest to people looking for a high-end point and shoot. It has the same sensor as the G11 but in a smaller package. It has a fast f/2.0 lens and good low-light sensitivity.

A lot of people also recommend the Panasonic Lumix LX3, though the LX5 is coming out soon.

FWIW, I have a Canon SD1200 IS as my ultracompact P&S, and I'm disappointed with it. The pictures are grainy and not significantly better than my 6-year-old Powershot A80. I don't end up using it much as I have a DSLR for "good" pictures and my iPhone camera for snapshots.

Afty

posted: 8/7/2010 at 9:25 PM

Quote from keeponrunning on 3/7/2010 at 10:53 PM:

While I'm thinking of it, does anybody know of a really good FREE photo shopping program? I'm going on a trip, and will probably take a ton of photos, but they may need work when I return,.

Paint.NET is pretty good and free. It can't do all the things that Photoshop or Gimp can, but it's free and easier to use than Gimp.

sushigirl

Baby bean!

posted: 8/8/2010 at 6:52 AM

I'd stick with the canon powershot elph. We got one for my MIL and it's awesome! I would stick with canon, nikon or olympus, personally.

Goals:
Finish C25K

Start back up after the bean is born!
My slo-o-o-o-w running is still faster than sitting on the couch! Because I may not go far. I may not go fast. But I go.

sushigirl

Baby bean!

posted: 8/8/2010 at 6:53 AM

Also, and I don't know if it's been mentioned, but for simple photo edits, I absolutely adore Picasa!!! If I'm not going crazy with photoshop, Picasa is my easy go to.

Goals:
Finish C25K

Start back up after the bean is born!
My slo-o-o-o-w running is still faster than sitting on the couch! Because I may not go far. I may not go fast. But I go.

PerfesserR

posted: 8/8/2010 at 11:50 AM

Quote from Trent on 8/7/2010 at 4:42 PM:

"Very poor picture quality. Feels weak and flimsy for a supposed "tough" camera. Some features plain don't work. Blurry pictures a near constant occasion."

review by consumerfriendly

Member since:

June 6, 2010

Well, he undoubtedly has lots of professional photography and ultrarunning experience. Could be operator error.

Here's another review by Some Random Internet Guy:

The Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 describes itself in it's own name. It's tough, and I am not going to buy another digital camera for as long as I live, because it's going to last that long. It was recommended to me by a river guide, and it is a miracle worker. If you want a small waterproof digital camera that takes amazing 14 mega pixel pictures, and can take literally anywhere, then this camera is for you.

It works for me. If I need better pix I'll bring my SLR.

"Able to function despite imminent catastrophe"

"The most common question from potential entrants is 'I do not know if I can do this' to which I usually answer, 'that's the whole point'.--Paul Charteris, Tarawera Ultramarathon RD.

"They just couldn't believe that somebody would do all that running for no reason."--Forrest Gump

Boston Marathon 15 April

Big Sur Marathon 28 April

Bighorn 50 Mile 15 June

Tahoe Rim Trail 100M 20/21 July

The Green Girl

The Running Green Girl

posted: 8/10/2010 at 1:07 AM

I swear by my Canon S90. I take it on every single one of my runs.

You can check out some of my pictures, if you're interested:

The Journey of a Running Green Girl

You have the power within you to do whatever it is you want to do. Rachelle Disbennett-Lee, PhD

www.therunninggreengirl.com

Afty

posted: 8/16/2010 at 9:07 AM
modified: 8/16/2010 at 9:08 AM

There's apparently a new Canon SD4000 IS that has many of the features of the S90 (f/2 lens, backlit sensor) in a smaller package. It doesn't have the larger sensor of the S90 or the full manual controls, but it's smaller and cheaper.

Trent

posted: 8/16/2010 at 9:27 AM

Wow.

I'm running somewhere tomorrow. It's going to be beautiful. I can't wait.

Poor baby

PerfesserR

posted: 8/16/2010 at 10:58 AM

Not waterproof or shockproof. Therefore of no use (IMO) as a running camera.

"Able to function despite imminent catastrophe"

"The most common question from potential entrants is 'I do not know if I can do this' to which I usually answer, 'that's the whole point'.--Paul Charteris, Tarawera Ultramarathon RD.

"They just couldn't believe that somebody would do all that running for no reason."--Forrest Gump

Boston Marathon 15 April

Big Sur Marathon 28 April

Bighorn 50 Mile 15 June

Tahoe Rim Trail 100M 20/21 July

Trent

posted: 8/16/2010 at 11:12 AM

Heh.

I usually have mine in a plastic bag.

I'm running somewhere tomorrow. It's going to be beautiful. I can't wait.

Poor baby

PerfesserR

posted: 8/16/2010 at 11:49 AM

Quote from Trent on 8/16/2010 at 11:12 AM:

Heh.

I usually have mine in a plastic bag.

I tried that. It's a PITA.

"Able to function despite imminent catastrophe"

"The most common question from potential entrants is 'I do not know if I can do this' to which I usually answer, 'that's the whole point'.--Paul Charteris, Tarawera Ultramarathon RD.

"They just couldn't believe that somebody would do all that running for no reason."--Forrest Gump

Boston Marathon 15 April

Big Sur Marathon 28 April

Bighorn 50 Mile 15 June

Tahoe Rim Trail 100M 20/21 July

srlopez

Eye of Sauron

posted: 8/16/2010 at 1:59 PM
modified: 8/16/2010 at 1:59 PM

Also not very hepful if you whoops your hold on the camera. I like the idea of "shockproof".

(says the guy who wraps his music player in a sandwich bag... then again, I'm not pulling it out every few minutes)

I've gotten made fun of for my baggied player

And once again Mr. Wizard (aka: Stevie Ray) explains the internet.

PerfesserR

posted: 8/16/2010 at 2:01 PM

This is what I usually carry, wrapped in a trash bag:

It's the tripod that really causes trouble.

"Able to function despite imminent catastrophe"

"The most common question from potential entrants is 'I do not know if I can do this' to which I usually answer, 'that's the whole point'.--Paul Charteris, Tarawera Ultramarathon RD.

"They just couldn't believe that somebody would do all that running for no reason."--Forrest Gump

Boston Marathon 15 April

Big Sur Marathon 28 April

Bighorn 50 Mile 15 June

Tahoe Rim Trail 100M 20/21 July

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