What is your concealed carry...

older not wiser · 03-04-2011, 08:17 AM

Minox 35EL. The lens on this tiny compact is amazing. Also a lot of people have never seen one so they don't know that it is a serious camera.
For digital in my Nokia N97 phone. Its not brilliant but I always have it with me.

lesmore49 · 03-04-2011, 11:20 AM

Originally posted by Bart

Even 'hard core' Nikon users don't like the Nikon P&S that much. They seem to go for Canon, Panasonic, Samsung, Olympus as well. Very little Pentax P&S either.

I had a Pentax W90 for a short while. Didn't like it.

Checked out the new Nikon that competes with the Canon G 12. Heard that the Nikon glass isn't up to the G series....so got the G12.

unixrevolution · 03-07-2011, 10:28 AM

Originally posted by lesmore49

I had a Pentax W90 for a short while. Didn't like it.

Checked out the new Nikon that competes with the Canon G 12. Heard that the Nikon glass isn't up to the G series....so got the G12.

After playing with an S90 and a G12, I can say I have the hots for both of them now.

**ChrisPlatt** · 03-07-2011, 02:12 PM

Originally posted by older not wiser

Minox 35EL. The lens on this tiny compact is amazing. Also a lot of people have never seen one so they don't know that it is a serious camera.

A Minox 35ML is in my rotation of pocket cameras for daily carry.
Though not the most reliable cameras the Minox 35's do indeed have an exceptional lens.

Chris

eddie1960 · 03-07-2011, 02:16 PM

i have a canon 35mm zoom 105qd i paid a whopping $7 for (I remember selling them for closer to $400) that i carry sometimes . really it's the only one i can conceal none of the rest fit in a pocket (i've been looking for a good Oly XA for this purpose)

SMPhoto · 03-07-2011, 03:33 PM

Sometimes I take my Leica III with me due to it's compact size, but loading film is a real pain in the ass (film has to be trimmed about 2") and it's really quite heavy with the beautiful Serenar 85mm f/2 attached (although the 50 f/1.8 is acceptable).

So I mostly take my Panasonic Lumix FZ28 with me. 18x zoom with Leica optics and full manual controls, 1/3 of the size of my K20D and about 2000x lighter. Decent battery life and speed, as well.

lesmore49 · 03-07-2011, 03:58 PM

Originally posted by unixrevolution

After playing with an S90 and a G12, I can say I have the hots for both of them now.

I wouldn't mind having an S95 also..smaller and easier to tuck into a pocket, than the g12.

I see you have a LX...wanted to get one, never was able to..great camera.

**rparmar** · 03-07-2011, 04:12 PM

K20D + FA77. Fits in my little over-the-shoulder bag.

Would go smaller if I could maintain same quality.

eddie1960 · 03-08-2011, 06:32 AM

Originally posted by rparmar

K20D + FA77. Fits in my little over-the-shoulder bag.

Would go smaller if I could maintain same quality.

HA to be realistic my K7 with some small prime or another is my norm. always in the messenger bag (occasionally with a second lens)
lenses though not up to your standard kit. Limiteds are restricted to my lust list at the moment (the 77 is at the top)

**rparmar** · 03-08-2011, 10:09 AM

Originally posted by eddie1960

Limiteds are restricted to my lust list at the moment (the 77 is at the top)

I couldn't afford the FA77 but bought it anyway, finding a good deal used here on the forums. Sell a few things, save some money and take a dip... expensive but well worth it.

eddie1960 · 03-08-2011, 10:12 AM

Originally posted by rparmar

I couldn't afford the FA77 but bought it anyway, finding a good deal used here on the forums. Sell a few things, save some money and take a dip... expensive but well worth it.

that will be the ultimate plan, i use pretty much all the gear i have now though so it's a little ways off (and I have a couple of pieces in serious need of a CLA that i would like to be using)

Ratmagiclady · 03-08-2011, 10:27 AM

Originally posted by lesmore49

I had a Pentax W90 for a short while. Didn't like it.

Checked out the new Nikon that competes with the Canon G 12. Heard that the Nikon glass isn't up to the G series....so got the G12.

Out of curiosity, Les, what didn't you like? I've been keeping my eye on those and similar for my sweetie (who's far from a serious photographer, but those macro illuminators and weatherliness seem to be the perfect combo there) for somewhere a little ways down the road if things go well.

lesmore49 · 03-08-2011, 11:59 AM

Originally posted by Ratmagiclady

Out of curiosity, Les, what didn't you like? I've been keeping my eye on those and similar for my sweetie (who's far from a serious photographer, but those macro illuminators and weatherliness seem to be the perfect combo there) for somewhere a little ways down the road if things go well.

I didn't like the fact that the battery life is very short.

My problem with my W90, was that it wouldn't shut off. Problem with the on-off switch. I had hardly used it, took it back to the camera store. They didn't have any other W90's in stock...a good seller, just sold out after Xmas.

I could of waited, but I decided to take it back and kick in some more money and get the G12...great camera, BTW.

The W90 has some great features....under water, water proof, rugged, that macro deal with those Macro led lights worked very well.

I think you might want to check out the new Pentax that replaced the W90 as it has similar features...but improved and an optional GPS...I think.

Ratmagiclady · 03-08-2011, 12:28 PM

Originally posted by lesmore49

I didn't like the fact that the battery life is very short.

My problem with my W90, was that it wouldn't shut off. Problem with the on-off switch. I had hardly used it, took it back to the camera store. They didn't have any other W90's in stock...a good seller, just sold out after Xmas.

I could of waited, but I decided to take it back and kick in some more money and get the G12...great camera, BTW.

The W90 has some great features....under water, water proof, rugged, that macro deal with those Macro led lights worked very well.

I think you might want to check out the new Pentax that replaced the W90 as it has similar features...but improved and an optional GPS...I think.

Yeah, there may in fact be more than one newer model by the time this idea of mine comes about. I suppose not-turning off would be less than fun, but that'd be a defective unit. Just sort of keeping an eye on those.

lesmore49 · 03-08-2011, 03:18 PM

Originally posted by Ratmagiclady

Yeah, there may in fact be more than one newer model by the time this idea of mine comes about. I suppose not-turning off would be less than fun, but that'd be a defective unit. Just sort of keeping an eye on those.

You're right it was a defective unit. It's unfortunate as I've had Pentax equipment (slr's, dslr's, lenses,flashes, etc.) since I bought my first slr a, 68 Pentax S1a...in 1968.

First bit of Pentax equipment I've had be defective ...ever. I guess I was due.

Les

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03-04-2011, 08:17 AM	#16
older not wiser Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: East Yorkshire Posts: 120	Minox 35EL. The lens on this tiny compact is amazing. Also a lot of people have never seen one so they don't know that it is a serious camera. For digital in my Nokia N97 phone. Its not brilliant but I always have it with me.

03-04-2011, 11:20 AM	#17
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,350	Originally posted by Bart Even 'hard core' Nikon users don't like the Nikon P&S that much. They seem to go for Canon, Panasonic, Samsung, Olympus as well. Very little Pentax P&S either. I had a Pentax W90 for a short while. Didn't like it. Checked out the new Nikon that competes with the Canon G 12. Heard that the Nikon glass isn't up to the G series....so got the G12.

03-07-2011, 10:28 AM	#18
unixrevolution Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Waldorf, MD Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,861	Originally posted by lesmore49 I had a Pentax W90 for a short while. Didn't like it. Checked out the new Nikon that competes with the Canon G 12. Heard that the Nikon glass isn't up to the G series....so got the G12. After playing with an S90 and a G12, I can say I have the hots for both of them now.

03-07-2011, 02:12 PM	#19
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,697	Originally posted by older not wiser Minox 35EL. The lens on this tiny compact is amazing. Also a lot of people have never seen one so they don't know that it is a serious camera. A Minox 35ML is in my rotation of pocket cameras for daily carry. Though not the most reliable cameras the Minox 35's do indeed have an exceptional lens. Chris

03-07-2011, 02:16 PM	#20
eddie1960 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,667	i have a canon 35mm zoom 105qd i paid a whopping $7 for (I remember selling them for closer to $400) that i carry sometimes . really it's the only one i can conceal none of the rest fit in a pocket (i've been looking for a good Oly XA for this purpose)

03-07-2011, 03:33 PM	#21
SMPhoto Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Photos: Gallery Posts: 185	Sometimes I take my Leica III with me due to it's compact size, but loading film is a real pain in the ass (film has to be trimmed about 2") and it's really quite heavy with the beautiful Serenar 85mm f/2 attached (although the 50 f/1.8 is acceptable). So I mostly take my Panasonic Lumix FZ28 with me. 18x zoom with Leica optics and full manual controls, 1/3 of the size of my K20D and about 2000x lighter. Decent battery life and speed, as well.

03-07-2011, 03:58 PM	#22
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,350	Originally posted by unixrevolution After playing with an S90 and a G12, I can say I have the hots for both of them now. I wouldn't mind having an S95 also..smaller and easier to tuck into a pocket, than the g12. I see you have a LX...wanted to get one, never was able to..great camera.

03-07-2011, 04:12 PM	#23
rparmar Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2008 Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,823	K20D + FA77. Fits in my little over-the-shoulder bag. Would go smaller if I could maintain same quality.

03-08-2011, 06:32 AM	#24
eddie1960 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,667	Originally posted by rparmar K20D + FA77. Fits in my little over-the-shoulder bag. Would go smaller if I could maintain same quality. HA to be realistic my K7 with some small prime or another is my norm. always in the messenger bag (occasionally with a second lens) lenses though not up to your standard kit. Limiteds are restricted to my lust list at the moment (the 77 is at the top)

03-08-2011, 10:09 AM	#25
rparmar Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2008 Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,823	Originally posted by eddie1960 Limiteds are restricted to my lust list at the moment (the 77 is at the top) I couldn't afford the FA77 but bought it anyway, finding a good deal used here on the forums. Sell a few things, save some money and take a dip... expensive but well worth it.

03-08-2011, 10:12 AM	#26
eddie1960 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,667	Originally posted by rparmar I couldn't afford the FA77 but bought it anyway, finding a good deal used here on the forums. Sell a few things, save some money and take a dip... expensive but well worth it. that will be the ultimate plan, i use pretty much all the gear i have now though so it's a little ways off (and I have a couple of pieces in serious need of a CLA that i would like to be using)

03-08-2011, 10:27 AM	#27
Ratmagiclady Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: GA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,563	Originally posted by lesmore49 I had a Pentax W90 for a short while. Didn't like it. Checked out the new Nikon that competes with the Canon G 12. Heard that the Nikon glass isn't up to the G series....so got the G12. Out of curiosity, Les, what didn't you like? I've been keeping my eye on those and similar for my sweetie (who's far from a serious photographer, but those macro illuminators and weatherliness seem to be the perfect combo there) for somewhere a little ways down the road if things go well.

03-08-2011, 11:59 AM	#28
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,350	Originally posted by Ratmagiclady Out of curiosity, Les, what didn't you like? I've been keeping my eye on those and similar for my sweetie (who's far from a serious photographer, but those macro illuminators and weatherliness seem to be the perfect combo there) for somewhere a little ways down the road if things go well. I didn't like the fact that the battery life is very short. My problem with my W90, was that it wouldn't shut off. Problem with the on-off switch. I had hardly used it, took it back to the camera store. They didn't have any other W90's in stock...a good seller, just sold out after Xmas. I could of waited, but I decided to take it back and kick in some more money and get the G12...great camera, BTW. The W90 has some great features....under water, water proof, rugged, that macro deal with those Macro led lights worked very well. I think you might want to check out the new Pentax that replaced the W90 as it has similar features...but improved and an optional GPS...I think.

03-08-2011, 12:28 PM	#29
Ratmagiclady Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: GA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,563	Originally posted by lesmore49 I didn't like the fact that the battery life is very short. My problem with my W90, was that it wouldn't shut off. Problem with the on-off switch. I had hardly used it, took it back to the camera store. They didn't have any other W90's in stock...a good seller, just sold out after Xmas. I could of waited, but I decided to take it back and kick in some more money and get the G12...great camera, BTW. The W90 has some great features....under water, water proof, rugged, that macro deal with those Macro led lights worked very well. I think you might want to check out the new Pentax that replaced the W90 as it has similar features...but improved and an optional GPS...I think. Yeah, there may in fact be more than one newer model by the time this idea of mine comes about. I suppose not-turning off would be less than fun, but that'd be a defective unit. Just sort of keeping an eye on those.

03-08-2011, 03:18 PM	#30
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,350	Originally posted by Ratmagiclady Yeah, there may in fact be more than one newer model by the time this idea of mine comes about. I suppose not-turning off would be less than fun, but that'd be a defective unit. Just sort of keeping an eye on those. You're right it was a defective unit. It's unfortunate as I've had Pentax equipment (slr's, dslr's, lenses,flashes, etc.) since I bought my first slr a, 68 Pentax S1a...in 1968. First bit of Pentax equipment I've had be defective ...ever. I guess I was due. Les