Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted October 3, 2019 Author #26 Share Posted October 3, 2019 On 10/1/2019 at 10:18 PM, Curt1591 said: B&H seem to have some good pricing on itRX100 III at B&H The price quoted is for a model 3 . The model reviewed is a model 7 . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt1591 Posted October 4, 2019 #27 Share Posted October 4, 2019 14 hours ago, scubacruiserx2 said: The price quoted is for a model 3 . The model reviewed is a model 7 . It's so hard to keep up!😲 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted October 9, 2019 Author #28 Share Posted October 9, 2019 1 hour ago, ErikaSan said: I'm not an expert, but if you want to buy such an expensive camera, I think, it is better to address experts first. By the way, there exist forums for professionals like dpreview.com. But of course, it's only my opinion. Thank you . We bought the camera based on their review . https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/buying-guide-best-compact-zoom-cameras/2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare pierces Posted October 10, 2019 #29 Share Posted October 10, 2019 4 hours ago, ErikaSan said: I'm not an expert, but if you want to buy such an expensive camera, I think, it is better to address experts first. By the way, there exist forums for professionals like dpreview.com. But of course, it's only my opinion. This forum gets the somewhat remarkable amount of traffic that it does mostly because there are a fair number of professional, semi-professional and plain ol' good photographers here that are familiar with not only current camera tech but the science of photography as well. (Yes it's an art, but the tools are pure science.) If you browse some of the "what camera?" threads, you will find that if the responder doesn't have first-hand knowledge, the questioner is often referred to DPReview or Imaging Resource reviews of the hardware in question along with advice on what to look for. As a former long time browser and participant on the "professional" forums, I much prefer the congenial and helpful environment here over the contentious, partisan (real photographers only use _______) and often rude commentary "over there". Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt1591 Posted October 10, 2019 #30 Share Posted October 10, 2019 (edited) 13 minutes ago, pierces said: I much prefer the congenial and helpful environment here over the contentious, partisan (real photographers only use _______) and often rude commentary "over there". I find it best to cover a range of inputs. Not only are the technical aspects important, there are also personal preferences and comfort zones. For instance, I have always loved Sony TVs. However, the 2 sony cameras I have had were always screwing up. One also has to decide what, if anything, the reviewer has to gain, or lose. Most "commercial" reviewers will be hard pressed to criticize product too harshly; they don't want to scare off the suppliers. Toward the finalizing of my camera decisions, I will always take a SD or CF card down and run prospective cameras through their paces. After analyzing the results, at home, I will make my decision. Edited October 10, 2019 by Curt1591 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare pierces Posted October 10, 2019 #31 Share Posted October 10, 2019 24 minutes ago, Curt1591 said: I find it best to cover a range of inputs. Not only are the technical aspects important, there are also personal preferences and comfort zones. For instance, I have always loved Sony TVs. However, the 2 sony cameras I have had were always screwing up. I'm on the other side of that equation. I've had extremely good fortune with my Sony cameras. My granddaughter is happily snapping away with my A6000 with 100,000 shots on the counter. Still using my A6300 without a hiccup. Had a Canon Powershot once that refused to extend the lens after nine months of easy use. Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted. 24 minutes ago, Curt1591 said: One also has to decide what, if anything, the reviewer has to gain, or lose. Most "commercial" reviewers will be hard pressed to criticize product too harshly; they don't want to scare off the suppliers. DPReview is really not dependent on the manufacturers since their income is primarily from click-through ads. They do get the cameras on loan to review but that is in the camera company's best interest since their reviews drive a lot of traffic and get the specifics of the cameras out there. Same with Imaging Resource. That is one of the main reasons I tend to recommend these two. They will point out not only camera issues that are of general concern but will indicate as to whether it's an actual issue or personal preference. Over the years I have found their assessments are a fair representation of what I experience if I use the reviewed camera. 24 minutes ago, Curt1591 said: Toward the finalizing of my camera decisions, I will always take a SD or CF card down and run prospective cameras through their paces. After analyzing the results, at home, I will make my decision. Nice option if: a) You live within a hundred miles or a four hour round-trip drive of an actual camera store, b) they have the model you are interested in and c) they have a demo model and will allow you to take some random shots of the inside of their store to analyze. 🙂 Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt1591 Posted October 10, 2019 #32 Share Posted October 10, 2019 29 minutes ago, pierces said: I'm on the other side of that equation. I've had extremely good fortune with my Sony cameras. My granddaughter is happily snapping away with my A6000 with 100,000 shots on the counter. Still using my A6300 without a hiccup. Had a Canon Powershot once that refused to extend the lens after nine months of easy use. Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted. Any camera with a retractable lens can suffer the fatal lens error, even the RX100. The A6000 series don't have retractable lenses. 29 minutes ago, pierces said: DPReview is really not dependent on the manufacturers since their income is primarily from click-through ads. They do get the cameras on loan to review but that is in the camera company's best interest since their reviews drive a lot of traffic and get the specifics of the cameras out there. Same with Imaging Resource. That is one of the main reasons I tend to recommend these two. They will point out not only camera issues that are of general concern but will indicate as to whether it's an actual issue or personal preference. Over the years I have found their assessments are a fair representation of what I experience if I use the reviewed camera. I like DPReview. I always check it when looking into new equipment. 30 minutes ago, pierces said: Nice option if: a) You live within a hundred miles or a four hour round-trip drive of an actual camera store, b) they have the model you are interested in and c) they have a demo model and will allow you to take some random shots of the inside of their store to analyze. I'm lucky; I do. My goto store stocks most all brands and models. And, they let me even take cameras out of the store for more purposeful tests. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare pierces Posted October 10, 2019 #33 Share Posted October 10, 2019 14 hours ago, Curt1591 said: Any camera with a retractable lens can suffer the fatal lens error, even the RX100. The A6000 series don't have retractable lenses. Wait.. What? Really? 😉 Actually the A6000 does have a retractable lens on the 16-50 PZ kit zoom. I even killed one maneuvering through a turnstile at Disneyland. Had to shoot the whole day with the 55-210 zoom. The Powershot reference was to illustrate that I had a problem with a Canon camera, not any comparison to the A6000. I don't avoid Canon because of that one instance, I've just had good experiences with Sony. To each their own. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted October 12, 2019 #34 Share Posted October 12, 2019 The RX 100 is a great bit of gear, but ... most capable pocketable ever?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted October 12, 2019 Author #35 Share Posted October 12, 2019 10 hours ago, GUT2407 said: The RX 100 is a great bit of gear, but ... most capable pocketable ever?? That expression came from the DPREVIEW .https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/buying-guide-best-compact-zoom-cameras/2 The RX100 VII is the most capable pocketable camera ever made Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amfc_lenny Posted November 19, 2019 #36 Share Posted November 19, 2019 I have the hv90 which I bought for a ta to the Caribbean was a bit disappointed in it tbh. interesting comments on 1080 vs 4K, looking at upgrading a canon dslr at the moment and something to think about: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted November 19, 2019 Author #37 Share Posted November 19, 2019 34 minutes ago, amfc_lenny said: I have the hv90 which I bought for a ta to the Caribbean was a bit disappointed in it tbh. interesting comments on 1080 vs 4K, looking at upgrading a canon dslr at the moment and something to think about: My main cameras are Canon And my wife has a Sony 90 v My old pocket camera III was replaced by replaced by the model VII which hope to field test in 3 weeks on a cruise to the ABC's . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted January 10, 2020 Author #38 Share Posted January 10, 2020 A few photos from the new camera at dinner in the Pinnacle Grill 2 weeks ago . Candied bacon A selfie Bon Appetit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boeckli Posted January 11, 2020 #39 Share Posted January 11, 2020 I'm getting hungry!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonsai3s Posted January 23, 2020 #40 Share Posted January 23, 2020 Nikon...Nikon...Nikon........yes, I love Nikon. Purchased the Sony RX100 III....Sony...Sony...Sony. Disclosure: And I hate to admit it...we recently used our Apple cell phone more than our Sony RX100...and with a selfie stick...crying 😭......nikon...sony...cell phone....at least I don't have to carry those heavy lenses...crying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AquariusOne Posted January 24, 2020 #41 Share Posted January 24, 2020 I have used Sony RX 100 III for quite a while now. One the best small camera I have owned. When I am not carrying my Nikon Full Frame DSLR's, I take RX 100 III. Low light 1.8 lens, 24-70mm. Love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted January 28, 2020 Author #42 Share Posted January 28, 2020 On 1/23/2020 at 8:44 PM, AquariusOne said: I have used Sony RX 100 III for quite a while now. One the best small camera I have owned. When I am not carrying my Nikon Full Frame DSLR's, I take RX 100 III. Low light 1.8 lens, 24-70mm. Love it. I also have used the same RX 100 lll for years but I like the reach on the model VII . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted January 28, 2020 #43 Share Posted January 28, 2020 On 1/24/2020 at 1:44 AM, AquariusOne said: I have used Sony RX 100 III for quite a while now. One the best small camera I have owned. When I am not carrying my Nikon Full Frame DSLR's, I take RX 100 III. Low light 1.8 lens, 24-70mm. Love it. I also have a Sony RX 100 lll which I bought for my work as a property surveyor. When I go travelling it’s my backup in case of problems with my main camera (Fuji X-H1) and also take it out at times when I want something inconspicuous or don’t want to carry a big one.Looked at the 100 Vll but instead spent the money on a Fuji X-T3 to go alongside my X-H1 for a two camera setup on an upcoming Antarctic expedition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt1591 Posted January 29, 2020 #44 Share Posted January 29, 2020 Is the extreme vignetting from the camera or post? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AquariusOne Posted January 29, 2020 #45 Share Posted January 29, 2020 I am keeping RX RX 100 III, no need to upgrade. I have 2 Nikon Full Frame bodies, plenty of lenses from 16mm to 500mm range. Heading to Alaska (Cruise) this summer, with all that gear for outdoor shooting. BUT for inside the ship, it will be my trusted friend Sony RX 100 III Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted January 29, 2020 Author #46 Share Posted January 29, 2020 11 hours ago, Curt1591 said: Is the extreme vignetting from the camera or post? It came from the editing in an attempt to frame the subject Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted January 29, 2020 Author #47 Share Posted January 29, 2020 9 hours ago, AquariusOne said: I am keeping RX RX 100 III, no need to upgrade. I have 2 Nikon Full Frame bodies, plenty of lenses from 16mm to 500mm range. Heading to Alaska (Cruise) this summer, with all that gear for outdoor shooting. BUT for inside the ship, it will be my trusted friend Sony RX 100 III Same here . I'm keeping my Canons . We went to the Fair yesterday and the photos showed that the Mark VII couldn't keep up with the big boys . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted January 29, 2020 Author #48 Share Posted January 29, 2020 (edited) Think that the crowd knew that it was $2 Tuesday ? The camera worked fine with good light . Fried Cheddar Gyro sandwich After lunch came the entertainment . Edited January 29, 2020 by scubacruiserx2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted January 29, 2020 Author #49 Share Posted January 29, 2020 First we saw the Leaping Lotus Acrobats of China Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted January 29, 2020 Author #50 Share Posted January 29, 2020 The fail point was when the leaping began Double back flips with the second thru a ring higher than his head Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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