I'd also recommend the G1Xii.
DSLR quality pics from a compact, you couldn't ask for more.
DSLR quality pics from a compact, you couldn't ask for more.
In reply to Post #15
Another option could be the Sony rx100. A bit pricey but a fantastic point and shoot camera with a great 24-70mm lens
Another option could be the Sony rx100. A bit pricey but a fantastic point and shoot camera with a great 24-70mm lens
I think I have a Nikon D3500 I don't use anymore comes with a kit lens. I don't have the box or anything but it's all working and functioning I have no idea how much they go for if your interested drop me a pm
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In reply to Post #14
. . .still use my Canon G6 with an intervalometer (that sets off the shutter on the infared setting) You can get these for most cameras that don't have them here - https://www.gentles.ltd.uk/gentled/auto.htm
Small, compact, decent battery life - use it on a mini-tripod and it takes seconds to set up. Once you've done this once and made a note of the tripod height / distance from edge of unhooking mat/cradle you can do this in the dark . . .
Full flip round screen means you can move about slightly when in shot (if you want to) - when intervalometer is switched on it just keeps taking pics every 3 seconds (or whatever you want the time between shots to be) until you switch it off. Once you've had a quick check that you've got the grafs you need just delete the rest . . .easy.
. . .still use my Canon G6 with an intervalometer (that sets off the shutter on the infared setting) You can get these for most cameras that don't have them here - https://www.gentles.ltd.uk/gentled/auto.htm
Small, compact, decent battery life - use it on a mini-tripod and it takes seconds to set up. Once you've done this once and made a note of the tripod height / distance from edge of unhooking mat/cradle you can do this in the dark . . .
Full flip round screen means you can move about slightly when in shot (if you want to) - when intervalometer is switched on it just keeps taking pics every 3 seconds (or whatever you want the time between shots to be) until you switch it off. Once you've had a quick check that you've got the grafs you need just delete the rest . . .easy.
In reply to Post #20
I'd recommend only deleting pics in camera as a last resort if you've filled the memory card. Firstly it isn't that easy to actually see what you've got on the small screen. Secondly, and more importantly, cameras are not always that good at managing files and cards can get corrupted. Better to copy the lot to your computer, sort them out there and then format the card.
I'd recommend only deleting pics in camera as a last resort if you've filled the memory card. Firstly it isn't that easy to actually see what you've got on the small screen. Secondly, and more importantly, cameras are not always that good at managing files and cards can get corrupted. Better to copy the lot to your computer, sort them out there and then format the card.
Just bought a Sony a5000 after upgrading from a g5 seems nice enough, not used for self takes yet though
In reply to Post #22
Just a heads up for self takes - the sony app only does single shots, I use an app called 'TimeLapse' which acts as a programable inrervalometer - worth checking out.
Just a heads up for self takes - the sony app only does single shots, I use an app called 'TimeLapse' which acts as a programable inrervalometer - worth checking out.
G5 with a intervelometer for me, cheap one of amazon works a treat
In reply to Post #13
interesting. is that to avoid glare from the sun?
interesting. is that to avoid glare from the sun?
In reply to Post #25
Kind of, it just gives a nice highlight outline (not sure how else to describe it) and minimises the harsh shadows. It's a nice way to separate you from the background without blurring your face.
As I said tho, much easier to do with a compact, you need a lot of flash power, a hss flash or nd filters to do it with a dslr/mirror less without using tiny apertures
Kind of, it just gives a nice highlight outline (not sure how else to describe it) and minimises the harsh shadows. It's a nice way to separate you from the background without blurring your face.
As I said tho, much easier to do with a compact, you need a lot of flash power, a hss flash or nd filters to do it with a dslr/mirror less without using tiny apertures