DLSR vs Compact Camera

[BevS97]

I;m going to give the opposite view. I love to take my DSLR, BUT, I also like to try and take some 'photographs', rather than just some memories. I don't always succeed but I do like to try.

If you just want holiday snaps, then I'd take a compact, but if you want to try and take some arty photos, then you can't beat a DSLR.

I use a backpack with a camera compartment in the bottom, it goes in there on all rides and I've never had a problem on any ride. When I'm using it, it goes on a cross body strap, and DH carries the empty backpack (well, empty of camera, we use the top as our pack bag)

There are days when I don't take it out and just use the compact but I invariably which I had it with me.

[Fraser789]

Thanks for the replies guys. I think I'm going to go with a compact for the holiday I will have a look at some of the cameras suggested

Thanks

[caj]

Originally Posted by tocpe321

I took a DSLR when we went to Florida last time and used this strap which helped.

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On some days in the parks used this and on other days a compact.

I haven't used DSLR for ages as it is bulky, but will probably take it and compact this year as I can put it in the car for scenic shots on our fly drive.

Overall my priority is to help to preserve the memory rather than take the best photo I can, so often use my phone.

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I used a very similar strap, made it much more comfy to carry. I found I used the DSLR in auto more for those quick m9ments , I missed several moments with my compact as it was in my bag. DSLR was out all the time.

[Guest]

Originally Posted by tspill

DSLRs are a real pain at the parks. I wanted a compact last year and went for the Lumix LX100. Amazing in low light because of the very fast Leica lens.

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Is it easy to use for night shots? im hopeless at photography and im looking for a new camera for me and my son. Need all the help i can get thank you.

[tocpe321]

Originally Posted by caj

I used a very similar strap, made it much more comfy to carry. I found I used the DSLR in auto more for those quick m9ments , I missed several moments with my compact as it was in my bag. DSLR was out all the time.

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Hey caj!

How's things?

[Guest]

I've got both the D3300 and the G7x (mostly used for vlogging). Both are different in their own right however I will always get much better images with my DSLR. I echo what was said above, the OpTech USA Strap is an absolute godsend if you're thinking of taking a DSLR to the parks with you, don't even bother with a neck strap because you'll just get annoyed with it and it'll be a pain in the neck

The G7x does take some cracking images however and you have manual control over it also as well as a built in ND filter.

[Fraser789]

Would the Canon EOS M10 be a good camera? I have just seen Currys are selling it for £199 reduced from £299. I have seen mixed reviews on it so far.

[wanye]

ive got the original eos-m and love it, ive had a play with the M10, and it basically fixes a few of the issues people had with the original model.

if youve got a canon dslr, you can use your existing lenses with an adapter ring.

i use it on holiday mostly with the 22mm f2 pancake prime lens (which if you dont get it bundled, you can usually buy relatively cheaply on ebay as a "second hand" new item pulled from a bundle. i think i got mine for £75), its tiny, and great in low light. at £199 its a damn fine bit of kit! (i paid £270 for the original model and thought i had a good deal at the time!)

[Orlandobelle]

Originally Posted by BevS97

I;m going to give the opposite view. I love to take my DSLR, BUT, I also like to try and take some 'photographs', rather than just some memories. I don't always succeed but I do like to try.

If you just want holiday snaps, then I'd take a compact, but if you want to try and take some arty photos, then you can't beat a DSLR.

I use a backpack with a camera compartment in the bottom, it goes in there on all rides and I've never had a problem on any ride. When I'm using it, it goes on a cross body strap, and DH carries the empty backpack (well, empty of camera, we use the top as our pack bag)

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I'm with Bev. I use my DSLR more and more (using my phone for quick fb/ trip reporter uploads). I do tend to travel on my own though or with my partner who also does a lot of photography.
I have some lovely Boardwalk shots from my last trip

[Fraser789]

I ended up buying a Sony HX90. I managed to get it for £193 on the Amazon sale. I'm pleased with it so far it's got a great zoom!