What kind of camera do you use?

[blackjackdelta]

I carried Fuji in Sept. but by lunch it felt like it weighed a ton. The camera I had before that was a Minolta Dimage X and it was perfect in everyway. No lag time what so ever and the repetitive shots I've taken are fabulous. Fit right into my back pocket. I didn't go anywhere without it.

But I dropped it once too many times and Minolta is out of business.

a Nikon Digital 5.0 and a cannon 35MM...taking them both and a small tripod for doing night time pics this time...the Digital doesn't do night shots or low light well...the cannon is fine with it!!!

Canon 30D with 2 lenses, Sony T-30 and a Canon camcorder. I usually carry the t-30 and camcorder in my shorts pocket and dSLR around my neck with the lens of the day. I never have had a problem with them on the rides.
With all these folks with the cams where are the pics on "Picture of the Day."

Jack

 

[spaceace510]

I love my Cannon PowerShot S2IS. It takes great pics and movies too! the only con is that it isn't the smallest thing (its not like its huge, but still) to lug around all day...

 

[Where'sPiglet?]

We just got a Canon SD750 for this purpose. It was a debate between that and the SD1000, both have great reviews and are sub-compacts, easy to slip into a pocket or purse.

I have a Canon SD 1000 and my DH has the Canon SD750. I like them both; we just got them a few weeks ago. So far, I've been playing with the different settings and the battery lasted a long time. I've only had to charge it once. It also takes video (and supposedly HD SD cards) but I haven't used either of those features yet.

 

[sunshinemummy]

We are bringing our Canon S5 IS, love this camera! Takes video and great pics, it's on the big side but it's OK.

 

[DisneyMomma81]

I'll be taking my mom's Sony Cyber-shot for our trip this month, my digital camera is old, big and slow to take the picture. I'd love to get a new camera.

 

[texdisneygal]

I recently purchased a Canon XTI, which I'm still in the process of learning, while I think it will be great for my Alaska cruise in August, I'm unsure whether or not to take to DLR in June. I would really like to take some amazing pictures, but at the same time I don't know about carrying it around.

We took our Rebel XT to WDW & Disneyland, and we got some good pics, but it got dropped at WDW and the lens broke (fortunately it was the relatively inexpensive stock lens and the body is fine!). This year I am taking our Canon PowerShot SD850IS instead.

 

[Grumpy'sWife4Ever]

I have a Nikon Coolpix 4800, it is a 2004 model. I LOVE it! It is the last of the larger generation with awesome zoom and tons of options....even after 4 years I am still playing with it to see what it can do. It does get a little grainy in low light, but if what I am photographing is sitting still I can put in on nighttime mode and it does great! I got some awsome pix of my Christmas tree that way!
When this camera finally dies (and I am sure it will at some point, I have gone past the 10,000 mark THREE times on it ) I will be very sad....BUT I know my next camera will be a Nikon D40 so I'll get over it!

 

[Jrsy Boy]

Love, love, love the Kodak Easyshare. Takes the best pictures and always turn out great when developed. It is so small and easy to carry around. Love my digital camera (so I can erase them when I mess up ).

I second this. We bought an Easyshare around Christmas 2006 for our February 2007 WDW trip for less than $90. Brought along two 1GB memory cards and didn't even need the second one. The camera fit into the pocket of my cargo pants so I never needed a case or anything.

 

[Talldewy]

a Nikon Digital 5.0 and a cannon 35MM...

Wow I didn't think anyone used these anymore

I have been using DW Oly 500 with an assortment of lens which weighs about 1/3 of my old 35mm.

I am thinking about one of Oly's new model Stylus #### sw cameras that are shock proof to 6 feet waterproof to 10-33 feet and freeze proof to 14 degrees Fahrenheit then i would not have to worry about camera.

 

[Mortimer23]

Haven't used it in the park yet, but I have an Olympus Stylus 790SW, its water proof (the manual actually suggests you wash it by submerging in water) and shock proof up to five feet. I take it hiking and its never a burden. The only drawback is the zoom lense isn't very powerful.

 

[Lynzer Torte]

I second this. We bought an Easyshare around Christmas 2006 for our February 2007 WDW trip for less than $90. Brought along two 1GB memory cards and didn't even need the second one. The camera fit into the pocket of my cargo pants so I never needed a case or anything.

The first Easyshare I had was great (the DX6340). Got it in Jan of 04. I just got a new one in Dec 07 (the MD853) and I think it takes horrible pictures even though it's 8.2 megapixels! I was very frustrated to get home from DL last month and upload my pics only to find them sub-par.

I'm thinking I'll need to get a new camera already, dang it.

 

[Rescue Pooh]

I use a Nikon D80 and love it. I'm planning on bringing it with us to DL in December. Will have DW, DD who will be 5 and our other DD who will be 7 months old. My DW has'nt been since elementary school, I have'nt been since just after HS and my DD has never been so I'm planning on taking a ton of pics

 

[tink2dw]

Sony
Canon
Nikon

These are always listed at the top of every 10 ten list. But they have a steep learning curve to get good pix.

If you want a camera you can take out of the box and instantly take great pictures. Buy a hp camera. Everything is super easy. And you get the pics you want. With out knowing Aperture and Lens Speed.

hp has settings that do all that for you. Making it a true point and shoot.

 

[Bugsmom73]

We just got a Fuji Fine Pix. I am so excited as it is my Mother's day gift and I got it early.

 

[Grumpy'sWife4Ever]

Sony
Canon
Nikon

These are always listed at the top of every 10 ten list. But they have a steep learning curve to get good pix.

If you want a camera you can take out of the box and instantly take great pictures. Buy a hp camera. Everything is super easy. And you get the pics you want. With out knowing Aperture and Lens Speed.

hp has settings that do all that for you. Making it a true point and shoot.

My Nikon Coolpix is super easy, I always have it set on automatic focus and it takes great pix. Of course, I could switch it to manual, but that is too complicated for me, LOL. But as I said in my post, mine is an older generation so I am not sure how the newer models stack up.

 

[Kirabird]

Nikon D80. . . the upgraded version of what the photopass photogs use

 

[disneynoob08]

When i went to WDW, I used my Canon 40d. Just went to DL and used my Canon sd630. Love both cameras. I had a Sony cybershot that experienced the same delays some of you mentioned which drove me insane. Switched to Canon and will never look back.

 

[ashbyyokosuka]

I've got a Panasonic FZ 20
it is *only* 6 MP
but has a 12x optical zoom LECIA lense (known for their lenses)

my camera is a bit heavier than the point and shoot
but i wouldn't trade it in for anything (other than an actual DSLR, though, this is as close as one would get w/out it)
it has a "fast shoot" where it can shoot unlimited pics super fast (WITHOUT a flash)
so is *almost* as good as a DSLR
but w/out the price

the new FZ50 is supposed to be fantastic.

 

[rszdtrvl]

We have a HP Photosmart M525. 6 megapixel.

(Our very first digital camera was only 1.3 megapixel)

It is a nice size - approx 5"x 3.5" x 1.5", and fit very well into my crammed full fanny pack at the parks.

It has the video recorder on it, and many neat features.

We only paid around $80 on clearance at Walmart for it.

 

[DisneySuiteFreak]

I have a Fuji Finepix S9000. It takes beautiful pictures but I found that while at Disneyland it's too big and awkward. I'm going to start shopping for a new one in the next few days for our trip.
What kind do you use and why do you like it? Thanks

I use a Nikon D80 w/ 50mm 1.8 lens for low light ride type shots w/out flash and the 18-135 kit lens for walk around. I also have a bunch of other lenses but haven't needed it in the park.
You may want to consider getting an OpTech camera strap for your camera. It really helps to disburse the weight of the camera and lenses so it doesn't weigh on you at all. You have a pretty good camera and it's a shame that you feel weighed down by it.
You may want to post your question on the photography board. People ask this question all the time over there and there are some really good reasons why you may want to consider taking your existing camera with you, or upgrading to a DSLR. Groucho has a great post that he puts up comparing the sensor sizes of various types of cameras. Sorry I don't have a link to it. You really don't realize the compromises with P&S vs. DSLR vs. other types of camera sensors until you experience it. (and see it in Grouchos posts!) I also have a P&S Panasonic TZ3 which is easy to use (no thinking required at all), and has way better shutter time than my old Oly c770, but now that I have a DSLR, I would never look back. I never realized the difference the sensor size in a DSLR can make in your photos until I got one. Even on auto mode, the photos blow away a P&S.
Your camera is a very good camera; seriously, if you don't want to upgrade to a DSLR, you should ty to explore other options for making carrying it around the park easier. For example, I use the Optech camera strap (I'm sure they make one for your camera size just check Amazon, Adorama, B&H, Beach Camera). Not sure if you use a camera bag, but that can add an extra couple of pounds too. (depending on the bag!) I use an Optech camera pouch instead of having the extra weight of a camera bag. I carried the camera strapped across my body all day and night every day for 4 days and it was not a problem at all. I put my extra lens in a ziplock bag and carried that in my fanny pack. In the past, when I carried it all in a camera bag, it did get heavy and was a pain; and I would be bugging my DS and DH to take turns carrying it for me. Mind you, I also carry a Panasonic camcorder in addition to all this stuff. (I leave the tripod in a locker until I need it for Fireworks.) I know it sounds crazy, but the Optech pouch has made so much of a difference for me. (Just don't drop it, because it won't protect your camera or gear in that situation.) But if you wear it strapped across your body and keep it around your neck when taking pictures, how would you ever drop it? I kept mine on at all times, even on the rides. It was never a problem. I even wore it on Splash for indoor photos, but tucked in under my poncho just before the big drop to make sure it stayed dry. (I just wound the strap around my wrist several times to make sure I had a really good hold of it while doing this. Then once I got back in the ride, put it around my body again.) Good luck!
Here's the photo board link:
http://www.disboards.com/forumdisplay.php?f=97