I know there is another forum for cameras, but as I am planning a RTW at some point next year and I am about to buy my first digital camera... I would like to know what camera would you take... or you would recommend.
Would you prefer a lighter and a bit smaller one? or would you go for the slightly better (I think) but somewhat heavier and bulkier?
Here are my 2 options:
LUMIX PANASONIC DMC-TZ3: zoom 10.0 x wide angle, LCD 3.00 in, 280 gr.
RICOH CAPLIO R6: zoom 7.1x wide angle, LCD 2.7, 165 gr.
Any suggestions?
flor8
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obione980
The Ricoh allows more artistic creativity - offering more manual control should you wish to use it (or fully automatic operation if that's your preference). Ricoh also uses less aggressive 'in camera' processsing - which means you have a 'purer' image to work on if you want to process your images yourself.
Ricoh has far superior macro operation - it's macro and macro zoom programs are clear class leaders. However, both cameras are excellent. Neither will disappoint you.
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dodgey
I'm off round the world next year and I'm taking my Canon 30D. Not on your list, but the point is that although it's darn heavy with the lenses I have, It's coming with us as the pictures it can be made to take are spectacular, and for that reason , I will live with the weight.
The point is, it depends on how important the quality of the pictures are vs weight carrying.
fyi I'm taking my 30D, a Canon zoom lense, and my Sigma 1.4 fixed (amazing for low light). No flash, and a solar charger.
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