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Travel camera

Started Apr 26, 2014 | Questions thread
FrankS009
FrankS009 Veteran Member • Posts: 6,557
Re: Travel camera
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You have the right idea about trying cameras in you hands in a store before buying them. Your comfort level will help your photography in general, so take a bit of time.

As for camera gear that is part of a cycling kit, it seems a good idea to consider two things: (at least). One is size and weight, and the other is keeping it dry or buying a water resistant model. (I speak about water damage from experience.) If you devise a way to to keep your camera dry, you don't have to worry so much about having a water resistant one. I don't, but just a word to the wise.

My suggestion is a Panasonic GM1. It has the same image quality as the other cameras you mention for all practical purposes, but is small and does not weigh much. It can also take other lenses you may add. If that is too small, I suggest a GX7.

There have been good threads on gear for cycling, hiking and canoe trips. Take a look. Jeffharris usually has good ideas on this forum.

Enjoy your trips! And your photography.

F.

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