How many have a good Digital Camera for photographing their trips?

[downeyr]

I have a Nikon 7100 with the 18-300 zoom and it takes awesome pictures but is a little larger then I like to carry anymore. I had an A900 which also takes pictures that are usually good enough and have just upgraded to the A1000. The A1000 has a view finder but I find I don't really use it that much. The A1000 has all of the necessary bells and whistles if you want to really learn how to use and takes really good pictures. It almost fits into a shirt pocket and is what we use almost exclusively now.

[Hi Rider]

I have 3 Nikon DSLRs with multiple lense: D200, D300, D800; plus 2 point and shoot cameras (a Canon and a Nikon). I also have a Samsung 8 Note. I use all of them depending on the situation. These days for casual photography I use the Samsung smartphone. The Samsung takes awesome photos with it's dual cameras, but the images do not enlarge as well as those taken by the DSLRs. So, it depends on what you want to do with the photos. The smartphone is great for putting images on social media. But the Nikon's are best for enlargements.

[BobHanke]

Started in the late 40's with a Kodak Brownie and have moved up through a variety of film cameras including doing my own darkroom work while in the Army. My current favorite for serious picture taking is a Canon S3IS which has image stabilization, zoom up to 12X, timer and accepts a tripod. Of course, I am never without my trusty iPhone for all the unplanned events. A picture manipulation programs helps me extend the fun.
While not exactly an award winning shot, we took pictures of each other at Yellowstone and then I stitched the two shots together and included it here.

[RACarvalho]

Sony Alpha 5000 (DSL):

[Gumpster808]

Couple of Canon EOS Rebels with various lenses, tripod, remote controls and timers for long time night shots.

Have a Canon digital video camera.

About 5 go pros that get mounted on the Harley when it is a riding trip or use them handheld as well for better video.

Also a pocket sized Fuji digital that gets used from time to time.

And our iPhones as well.

Now that I put it down here maybe the DW is correct and I take too much stuff. 🤣🤣

But the group we travel with loves the DVD’s I make of the various trips with the video and stills taken.

[mikel68]

I have loads of equipment, one of my jobs. However it depends on where we go. My phone takes surprisingly good pictures and I don't have to lug it around my neck or in a bag or worry or it overheating or getting wet.



If we're on a long trip or we know ahead of time there's some thing we really want to capture I'll load up a bag, and sometimes a tripod. I use a Canon 7D Mark II, I have some other Canons as well. My walking lens is a 24-70L 2.8 and if we need distance a 70-200L 2.8. There's a cheap kit lens that comes with some cameras if you buy the kit. I usually just buy the body of the camera. it goes to 1/8000 to 30s/Bulb. and the ISO can get pretty high if you need it for a dark event with spotlights and can't use a flash.

It better be something awesome, I don't want to be "that guy" walking around snapping everything annoying people with some humongous lens. Plus traveling with large lenses is like adding an extra kid to the mix.

[BarabooBob]

My wife and I both carry Nikon AW100 cameras pretty much all the time. They have been dropped, soaked, and used in every condition you can imagine. They just keep taking pretty good photographs. My wife is a point and shoot user that takes thousands of photos. I take my time and actually consider the composition of my photos.
I also carry a Canon SX70 for when the conditions are not so extreme. I love taking photos with this one but it does not get into extreme locations like the point and shoot Nikon.

[5picker]

I too have used the gamut of different cameras over the years and I suppose it depends on what you really are setting out to do.

When I'd spend my free time thinking about the things I wanted to photograph, I'd then take the appropriate film camera (later DSLR) and lug it around until I found what I was looking to capture. But, then I found I was also missing a lot by being pre-occupied about being ready for that perfect shot so I've started to leave most all that stuff behind and simply carry my Samsung phone. I can power up the camera with the push of one button so it's quick and it's good enough for my now everyday life. I have more time to stop and smell the roses.

TitanMike, I have a Nikon D3200 (color red) with an extra lens and some accessories I'd let go for a good price if you are interested.

[KEN9XL]

I have used my mobile phone camera but distant pictures are grainy.

I bought my current 35mm digital camera (Fiji-Film HS50 EXR) 5 years ago.
I have owned and operated 35mm cameras with film and digital.

This digital camera, I own now, is a first for me that has one lens with a range of 24mm to 1000mm. On most cameras you must change lens. I have not seen a camera similar since or at least for a reasonable price.

[aircommuter]

I like the Canon 5D mark IV, lots of options for the best shots.
Check photos rjpowell.com

[Larry-NC]

Two things:
--If you go for a lower-end camera, make sure it has a real viewfinder. The cheapest point-and-shoot cameras lack one. You can't take pictures when the sun is over your shoulder.
--You may wish to opt for a camera which uses standard batteries (AA NiMH or Lion 18650), so you aren't dead in the water when your primary, proprietary battery is dead.

[MartiB]

Depending on the trip, I will take my Canon 80D with 100mm macro and Tamron 16-300 lenses. I also take a Canon SX-50 when I want to travel light. However, I recently purchased a Samsung S10+ and the camera has proven to be quite good. If I'm going to shoot good scenics, I'll go with my 80D.

[Vince and Charlette]

Forget those old 15 pound DSLRs that so many are recommending! Mirrorless cameras are the future. Many pros are switching to mirrorless despite having lots of lenses and other attachments for their old DSLR. Sony jumped in the ring a few years ago with the first and still most popular mirrorless cameras. They are 1/3 smaller, much lighter and virtually equal or better in capability with DSLR. B&H Photography has the best selection of all brands, but you can buy them at just about any big retailer like WallyWorld, Best Buy, Amazon, etc.

[babock]

Originally Posted by Vince and Charlette

Forget those old 15 pound DSLRs that so many are recommending! Mirrorless cameras are the future. Many pros are switching to mirrorless despite having lots of lenses and other attachments for their old DSLR.

Totally agree which is why we bought the Fuji XT20(new model is the XT30). WAY lighter than a DSLR and you can still use many lenses. We have a couple different zoom lenses. We bring it on all of our long hikes since it is so light.

We wanted to start taking photographs that we could get printed and put in some of our houses.

[doc73]

Have a Canon 80d with lenses ranging from 11mm to 600mm. Shoot as a hobby while hiking and exploring. As a side function let's me get great photos of our trips. Keep most of the photos to myself with some going to Instagram or Facebook occasionally.

[Jakieboy]

I have very large hands, so I prefer a camera that mirrors the size and feel of my old Topcon 35mm film cameras. I have been using a Kodak Z740 for nearly 15 years, and it still performs flawlessly as long as I keep fresh batteries inside! I would never consider a digital camera that did not include a traditional viewfinder. Often the ambient light is so bright it washes out the image on a view screen. There are dozens of excellent models on the market these days. Check out Consumer Reports for their latest test and evaluation data.

[NeilM108]

I use a mirrorless - a Sony Alpha 6500

Amazing camera. Super fast & accurate autofocus.

[chroniekon]

Nikon D7200 and a bunch of lenses. Recently I take a Mavic 2 Pro Drone along too. The aerial view gives a whole new perspective.
As mentioned above, the new mirrorless cameras are the future. I'd consider that route for sure if I was starting over. It's hard to change brands and camera styles because most of the lenses aren't interchangeable.
Check out kenrockwell.com, He has best camera picks and reviews for every price range and an impressive take on the new mirrorless stuff.
https://kenrockwell.com/tech/mirrorless-vs-dslr.htm

[CurtPutnam]

If looking at interchangeable lens cameras - go mirrorless.

If Looking at Point n Shoot cameras - go >= 1" sensor if enlargements are a concern

Try to ensure that any camera has a viewfinder. Cloudless Western skies wash out LED screens

A tripod or monopod will improve the results of any camera.

If image editing (beyond simple stuff) is a concern then ensure that camera records RAW in addition to JPG

Get a card reader - easiest & fastest way to transfer image files to computer

Used equipment can be a viable source of discounts - check out KEH.com

Good luck

[W5CI]

I use my iPhone it is always with me and easy to carry plus it uploads all of my photos automatically to my MacBook. I have a Heavy Cannon digital camera with a very expensive sense that I never carry as it is just to heavy and cumbersome