Help newbie buy ruggedized camera?
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From: SMS on 14 Apr 2010 17:34 On 14/04/10 1:31 PM, me wrote: > On Tue, 13 Apr 2010 09:28:14 -0700, SMS<scharf.steven(a)geemail.com> > wrote: > >> On 11/04/10 1:41 PM, me(a)privacy.net wrote: >>> I'm not an expert photog by any means. >>> >>> I'm looking a good dig cam that has a GOOD zoom and can >>> be used in outdoor scenarios such as long distance bike >>> trips, beach, camping, etc >>> >>> I have no idea where to start >>> >>> Would like to keep price around $200 if possible >>> >>> Any pointers out there? THANKS! >> >> Probably the Pentax Optio W80 is your best bet. $171 from Adorama. >> 28-140mm lens, and it's unusual to have that range even in a >> non-ruggedized camera. > > Most of the reviews I saw complained about the noise in the images, > even at the lowest ISO. This is true. This camera's claim to fame is the waterproofness and ruggedness, not the image quality.
From: Savageduck on 14 Apr 2010 18:40 On 2010-04-14 14:04:26 -0700, me(a)privacy.net said: > me <me(a)mine.net> wrote: > >> Most of the reviews I saw complained about the noise in the images, >> even at the lowest ISO. > > > Hmm..... so which model to consider than? Step up and get yourself a Canon G11. It is well built and tough. The image quality is good, and if you want to go wet there is an accessory sealed enclosure. http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canong11/ -- Regards, Savageduck
From: me on 17 Apr 2010 16:15
On Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:04:26 -0500, me(a)privacy.net wrote: >me <me(a)mine.net> wrote: > >>Most of the reviews I saw complained about the noise in the images, >>even at the lowest ISO. > > >Hmm..... so which model to consider than? SMS' mention of the W80 prompted me to look into this genre as I've been looking to replace a Casio EX-Z70 which died a quick death. The W80 is "last years" model, there is now a W90 replacement at a significant price increase as well as the other cameras of this type. http://reviews.photographyreview.com/blog/outdoor-waterproof-digital-cameras/ To be honest, I think I may give the W80 a try myself given the cost and set it for 7 or 5MP , as I'm just looking for something tough to stuff in a pocket and carry either with or without a dslr. The Casio first suffered from dust and condensation inside and then the extending lens gave up the ghost after way too few shots. There should have been a way to lock the lens when stuffed in ones' pocket. |