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Parry · 03-12-2014, 10:36 AM

Lumix LX5, but someone nicked it.

Sony RX100 II, Fuji X20 or Lumix LF1 or LX7 are worth looking at.

jogiba · 03-12-2014, 11:28 AM

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Venus Engine Image Processor
Leica Vario-Summilux 24-90mm f/1.4 Lens
3.8 Optical Zoom Lens
3.0" 920K-Dot LCD with Auto Brightness
Full HD 1080 Video Recording
RAW and RAW+JPEG Recording Options
Trust iA and iA Plus Modes
Creative Control Modes
Time Lapse Shot Function

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The LX7 with fast zoom and 1080p60 for $299 is a great buy .

And if you want a great buy in a pocket size superzoom with 24-480mm eqiv optical powerzoom lens and 1080p60 video for $161.99 get the ZS20.
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Parry · 03-12-2014, 11:32 AM

Personally I'd go for the X20 because of the X-Trans II CMOS sensor and the OVF.

devorama · 03-12-2014, 01:38 PM

If you like shooting 28mm FoV, the Ricoh GR can't be beat. The lens is amazingly sharp even wide open. I was shocked how sharp this thing is at 16MP.

If you prefer a zoom, you may want to wait for the Canon G1X Mk II. It's got a 1.5" type sensor with a fast zoom. 24mm - 120mm equivalent FoV at F/2 to F/3.9. Released next month for $800.

SuperSyx · 03-12-2014, 03:15 PM

From what I read there are different options:

Sub 400$ compacts (Canon S1XX, Panasonic ZS20)

High performance compacts, 800$ range (Ricoh GR, Sony RX100)

Micro 4/3 or similar (Pentax Q, Panasonic , Sony NEX, Canon G1X) While these may have better IQ, they will have a hard time fitting in the chest pocket of a winter coat. It all depends of what you consider travelling light. I would not have one of these with me at all times. I hade the choice of the Canon S100 and the G13 I think at the time. Basically the same thing in a different body. The size of the S100 made me choose.

You know what they say: The best camera is the one you have with you. Or the one you left at home, depending on who is telling.

Nobody said a waterproof camera... not enough IQ for the price paid? I feel that way.

JHD · 03-12-2014, 03:48 PM

Originally posted by SuperSyx

Micro 4/3 or similar (Pentax Q, Panasonic , Sony NEX, Canon G1X) While these may have better IQ...

None of those are better or even equal to the GR.

In the sub $400 category I would strongly recommend the LX7.

**ChrisPlatt** · 03-12-2014, 04:53 PM

Olympus XA2, XA3, Minox 35ML or Sears mini 35 (aka Ricoh FF-1s)

Chris

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jogiba · 03-12-2014, 05:26 PM

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nickthetasmaniac · 03-12-2014, 06:49 PM

Originally posted by JHD

None of those are better or even equal to the GR.

+1

For outright image quality with a wide-angle, I don't think anything APS or smaller can compete with the GR.

spade111 · 03-13-2014, 04:56 AM

What about the x100s?

Sandy Hancock · 03-13-2014, 05:22 AM

Q7 with 01, 02, 03 and 06. A complete system of compressed awesomeness.

jogiba · 03-13-2014, 06:58 AM

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SuperSyx · 03-13-2014, 07:42 AM

This last option seems nice (Panasonic TZ60). I'll look into that when my S100 dies. On the other hand, I can buy a brand new S110 for real cheap...

Anybody know of a good compact that is also weather sealed. Not indestructible like the WG-3 but just enough to be safe in the rain and at the beach? A mix between the Ricoh GR and the WG-3?

carrrlangas · 03-13-2014, 07:55 AM

I use this Aquapac case when taking the S100 to the water. Works great. Mini Camera Case with Hard Lens - Cameras & Camcorders - Explore Product Range - Aquapac 100% Waterproof Phone, Camera, MP3 cases, bags and pouches

Parry · 03-13-2014, 02:18 PM

Best take anywhere camera . . .

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 in Otterbox Defender.

03-12-2014, 03:15 PM	#20
SuperSyx Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Val-d'Or Posts: 112 Original Poster	3 different patterns From what I read there are different options: Sub 400$ compacts (Canon S1XX, Panasonic ZS20) High performance compacts, 800$ range (Ricoh GR, Sony RX100) Micro 4/3 or similar (Pentax Q, Panasonic , Sony NEX, Canon G1X) While these may have better IQ, they will have a hard time fitting in the chest pocket of a winter coat. It all depends of what you consider travelling light. I would not have one of these with me at all times. I hade the choice of the Canon S100 and the G13 I think at the time. Basically the same thing in a different body. The size of the S100 made me choose. You know what they say: The best camera is the one you have with you. Or the one you left at home, depending on who is telling. Nobody said a waterproof camera... not enough IQ for the price paid? I feel that way.

03-12-2014, 04:53 PM	#22
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,692	Film Lives! Olympus XA2, XA3, Minox 35ML or Sears mini 35 (aka Ricoh FF-1s) Chris Last edited by ChrisPlatt; 03-12-2014 at 05:21 PM.

03-12-2014, 05:26 PM	#23
jogiba Banned Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Millstone,NJ Posts: 6,491	Panasonic Lumix GF2 with 14mm f/2.5 Lens for $349 http://www.adorama.com/IPCDMCGF2CK.html

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Parry Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 606	Lumix LX5, but someone nicked it. Sony RX100 II, Fuji X20 or Lumix LF1 or LX7 are worth looking at.

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jogiba Banned Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Millstone,NJ Posts: 6,491	Quote: New 1/1.7" 10.1MP MOS Sensor Venus Engine Image Processor Leica Vario-Summilux 24-90mm f/1.4 Lens 3.8 Optical Zoom Lens 3.0" 920K-Dot LCD with Auto Brightness Full HD 1080 Video Recording RAW and RAW+JPEG Recording Options Trust iA and iA Plus Modes Creative Control Modes Time Lapse Shot Function Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 Digital Camera (Black) DMC-LX7K B&H The LX7 with fast zoom and 1080p60 for $299 is a great buy . And if you want a great buy in a pocket size superzoom with 24-480mm eqiv optical powerzoom lens and 1080p60 video for $161.99 get the ZS20. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 Digital Camera (Black) DMC-ZS20K B&H

03-12-2014, 11:32 AM	#18
Parry Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 606	Personally I'd go for the X20 because of the X-Trans II CMOS sensor and the OVF.

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devorama Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 638	If you like shooting 28mm FoV, the Ricoh GR can't be beat. The lens is amazingly sharp even wide open. I was shocked how sharp this thing is at 16MP. If you prefer a zoom, you may want to wait for the Canon G1X Mk II. It's got a 1.5" type sensor with a fast zoom. 24mm - 120mm equivalent FoV at F/2 to F/3.9. Released next month for $800.

03-12-2014, 03:48 PM	#21
JHD Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Photos: Albums Posts: 1,406	Originally posted by SuperSyx Micro 4/3 or similar (Pentax Q, Panasonic , Sony NEX, Canon G1X) While these may have better IQ... None of those are better or even equal to the GR. In the sub $400 category I would strongly recommend the LX7.

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nickthetasmaniac Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 2,361	Originally posted by JHD None of those are better or even equal to the GR. +1 For outright image quality with a wide-angle, I don't think anything APS or smaller can compete with the GR.

03-13-2014, 04:56 AM	#25
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SuperSyx Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Val-d'Or Posts: 112 Original Poster	This last option seems nice (Panasonic TZ60). I'll look into that when my S100 dies. On the other hand, I can buy a brand new S110 for real cheap... Anybody know of a good compact that is also weather sealed. Not indestructible like the WG-3 but just enough to be safe in the rain and at the beach? A mix between the Ricoh GR and the WG-3?

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Parry Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 606	Best take anywhere camera . . . Samsung Galaxy Note 3 in Otterbox Defender.