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I shall be walking in the Alps in a few weeks time and on the longer walks I don't want to risk carrying my Canon set up (60D - 100-400L/18-75). I still have a Sony Alpha 100 with 18-200 kit lens, which is lighter and more compact. However, I am wondering whether to trade in my Sony and buy a compact camera up to about £300. Good idea or will I be disappointed?
 
I think you will be disappointed to be honest mate in a compact after using dslr cameras.
 
at low ISO the A100 is still very sharp but the 18-200 isn't the best.
perhaps you could borrow something better?

ephotozine just reviewed the HX9V which you may find interesting.
 
I'm not sure that you would be as disappointed as suggested in a compact. If you went for something like a Panasonic LX-5 the image quality is exceptional, maybe not 100% as good as a DSLR but unless you are pixel peeping or enlarging for big prints I don't think you would notice any real difference. Fits in a pocket as well.
Worth doing a filkr search to see what can be produced I think.

Andy
 
Thanks for the advice so far. I suppose what I need to balance is whether I now need the Sony given that my main camera is now the Canon 60D and whether the compacts you suggest would be a more convenient transportable option?
 
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If you went for something like a Panasonic LX-5 the image quality is exceptional, Andy
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I agree with that, an LX5/S95 etc will take amazing images, and you'll get some great depth of field with out having to try.
 
My first choice would be the Canon gear, minus the 100-400, but if you still feel that is too big, the S95 is as compact as you can get, the image quality isn't as good as an SLR, but it is considerably lighter.
 
what about the olympus trip its going for about £279 at Jacobs and the picture quality is good
 
I'd take the D60 just not the telephoto really. A decent camera even if big is nice for walking unless you have a serious problem with the weight in which case it would have been a problem always. In any case the camera is not the big problem it is the lenses so maybe buy a couple of small primes?
 
I'd get an older 1-series Canon that you can afford in exchange of your sony kit, and get a good strong L standard zoom. That kit is virtually indestructible unless you make some very good effort. There are plenty of things to photograph in the Alps. I'd definitely take some good kit down there.
 
The S95 is awesome for taking when pockets are small - however it is still limited in the DOF you can generate if you are looking to isolate.
But general image quality is very good - as s video capture - it goes everywhere with me when I cant take a DSLR :)
 
we lived in the alps for 10 yrs and from personal experience would say the canon plus the 18-75 would do you now as the skiing and the vtt are finished ....and if you can, rent a wider one as the views are to die for especially at this time of year
 
Thanks very much for all the suggestions. I think I will trade in the Sony kit, as I no longer use it. I will be taking the 60D etc with me, without the 100-400, but I am tempted by the S95 and also the G12. I would like a wide angle 10-20, but somethings will have to wait! Cheers
 
huma11 said:
I shall be walking in the Alps in a few weeks time and on the longer walks I don't want to risk carrying my Canon set up (60D - 100-400L/18-75). I still have a Sony Alpha 100 with 18-200 kit lens, which is lighter and more compact. However, I am wondering whether to trade in my Sony and buy a compact camera up to about £300. Good idea or will I be disappointed?
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G'day Hugh... well, to be honest, it's the wrong lens to be carrying for a start.... you need a wide angle lens (around the 16-35mm) on the 60D and a very light weight tripod... this is not something that you do every day, so make sure you take your best photos. Learn about Hyper focal distance for the best depth of field... but definitely leave the 100-400 at home...
 
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Hi Barry, you're spot on - I need a wider angle lens and as you say, I will not be visiting the Alps on a regular basis! Cheers
 
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G'day Hugh... well, to be honest, it's the wrong lens to be carrying for a start.... you need a wide angle lens (around the 16-35mm) on the 60D and a very light weight tripod... this is not something that you do every day, so make sure you take your best photos. Learn about Hyper focal distance for the best depth of field... but definitely leave the 100-400 at home...
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Unless you're specifically going to shoot birds or similar, but the 100-400 is around 1.5kg. Personally I'd have a comfy backpack and make it as light as possible, but it's all the little things that add the weight, snacks, camel pack with water, batteries etc.
 
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