We need to bring back point and shoots.
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Thanks for watching this week. My chain has since been fixed 😂. If you have chance check out my blog this week for some photography tips: www.henryturnerphotography.co.uk/weekly-blog/tips-and-insights-for-stunning-coastal-photography
As a National Geographic photographer told me some years ago - it’s not a “point and shoot” it’s an “aim and create” camera. Composition matters!
I've had a Sony rx100 mk one for many years. Very versatile camera taken some lovely shots. It's got so much to offer with it's features.
In the same series as your Powershot G9X I've got my Powershot G5X Mark II, and it's an amazing little device for all the same reasons. It's got a little bit more of a zoom at 24-120mm and has an EVF, but whether I need a second body to back up my DSLR (just in case!) or I'm going to a concert where DSLR's aren't allowed, or I'm just headed out for a simple hike, it's perfect. The manufacturers really need to bring these things back into production, and maybe even consider a better AF for faster action, similar to a miniature R5.
These cameras were great in days before celphone. Pocketable. Light. Good pictures
I frequently use the pocket rocket 1 inch sensor Sony RX100VII (24-200) and RX100VA (24-70 f1.8-2.8), its very surprising how good IQ is! even the dynamic range is superb!! and during daytime, IQ isn't as far off full frame as you might think!
I gave two “older” point and shoots to my 8 & 10 year old sons on vacation and they had a blast capturing the trip. It’s so fun to see the experience through their eyes.
I totally get it. I have an iphone 15 and yes , the camera is great but I don't have any fun using it. Couple months ago I got me a Lumix LX5, beautiful and classy in chrome and white. Zeiss f2 lens, 10mpxl CCD sensor, Raw files, manual, aperture priority ect, I love this camera, I love taking pictures with it! I got my Granddaughter (6yrs) a Lumix Tz5 so she can have a camera of her own like Grandpas..
Good move, kids should know that things exist off line as well. I hate phones for photographing as well.
I love using my Canon PowerShot SD870 bought in 2007 when I am out and about having fun with street photography. Small enough to carry to tuck into a sweater pocket and I enjoy coming up with all sorts of angles and images. It ups the creativive process from my usual landscape and macro photography I do with my DSLR's, mirrorless and 35mm film cameras.
Totally agree!
Definitely agree that we should bring them back. I’ve got the RX100vii that you talked about and it’s a cracking bit of kit. Even has a really good quality viewfinder. Like you, I like to get out on some long distance hikes and it’s perfect for that. Saves carrying so much weight and the image quality out the camera is very good. I got mine used as the purchase price new is quite expensive
great video. i was knickered sitting down watching you run 😃
For travel, I carry a Panasonic TZ202. Lovely images from such a small gem.
Its important to grab an image of the moment you see without worry of the technical issues which can spoil matters.
I'm still using the first iteration of the RX100. I remember how amazed I first was when I saw a quality it's capable of. Especially compared to my DSLR back then. Poor old D50 had 6 MP, and RX100 pictures downscaled to the same resolution blew me away. It's still going strong after all those years, and while its leather case shows heavy signs of use, the camera itself isn't giving up and is still very, very capable. Definitely worth recommending!
Nice change of pace Henry. After this one, Cycling and then 10K Hike, I went for a nap! :)
Good stuff! Haha. Cheers Keith 🙏🏻🙏🏻😂
Always carry my Nikon P7800 - bit bulkier than the G9 but still very portable in a big pocket!
There are no bad cameras but there are many bad Photographers! we are in luck here we have a good photographer showing us a good camera! Take care and thank you for your time....
Love a tiny camera! I still have a 10+ year old Panasonic DMC-LF1, 28-200mm equivalent, 12Mp, both auto and fully manual modes. I love it and still regularly take it out on the hills, and eventually it will have accompanied me up every single Wainwright.
Earlier this year I got myself a Panasonic DC-TZ200D, absolutely love it
In 2015, I went up snowdon with my husband, sister in law an my 3 kids aged 9, 8 and 3 at the time, I had my nikon d3100, which I had stupidly put a 55-200 lens on, everything was too close, I didn't know about panos and stitching software back them, I also had a nikon point and shoot, it was quite an advanced little camera, but I got way better pics with that, as we had to keep moving..... We made it to the summit, all of us including my 3 year old. But my best pics were from my point and shoot, wasn't as confident with a dslr as I am now
I remember a previous time you went out with the bike to make a video and do photography and that ended up being a drama for you too Henry 🙂, I bought a Ricoh GR3x last year for those occasions where I am out somewhere but dont have my main gear with me and enjoy the challenges it brings as it's a fixed lens for one thing and another being the battery life as not as good as my main camera so it forces you to think more about what you want to shoot. Sometimes its good to mix things up and if nothing else being out with a camera is still being out with a camera enjoying the outdoors somewhere
Great video Henry, I bought an RX100 VA six months ago. It has 28-70mm lens with a faster aperture than the later versions with 200mm lens. It works for me as you said, work what your requirements are. The portability of it was a key factor in buying it and it’s reignited my love of photography as I can just pop it in my pocket whenever I go out!
Good the idea of having a compact point and shoot in the bag as another other option.
I know I could use a mobile phone, but my old phone isn't that good and wont spend hundreds of pounds on a phone that takes great photos when I have got decent camera gear that can do that.
Unlucky with that broken bike chain Henry but at least you got a run in.
ps, like the "video shorts".
Henry! YES 100% you've got to have a good compact camera in the bag, I LOVE my Nikon Coolpix A, picked it up a few years back and use it daily, fits in my pocket, 16mp DX sensor with an epic 28mm lens. Ive shot wildlife images on it, landscapes and took it on my through hike of the Coast to Coast as my only camera. Can't agree enough about having a pocket cam in the bag, so much better than always resorting to an iPhone!
There are times when carrying a condiserable amount of gear is impractical, not possible. I am not one to use my gear too much in the wet anyway, I have a Sigma 60-600mm lens which as always, sucks in air and therefore dust, when extended to full reach, it would draw in the moisture too. Recently, for those times when it's really hammering down or I haven't got anything else with me, I purchased a Panasonic LUMIX DC-FT7. It's a limited thing, but it's one of the only tough cameras that has a viewfinder. I can carry it almost anywhere I go without too much worry. Great video Mr Turner, although the lycra, really?? lol.
I do this with my Z50. The kit lens is great: good quality and range. And I still have the option of using another lens if needed. The Z50 is my travel companion: small and lightweight but still amazing image quality. Another bonus is that all my other Z lenses, from the "big camera", fit on it.
As an alternative. What I did, I bought a 2nd camera with a prime lens only(canon 6d + 50 1.8 STM). It's really fun to simplify my photography occasionally.
Try the Vivo x100 Ultra is currently one of the best camera smartphones 😊
10K!!!! Bloody young show off🤣 Im 73....I'll meet you at the pub🤣🤣🤣
Great little cameras and so convenient at times. Great video.
Love my Panasonic Lumix DMC ZS60. Lightweight, easy to use and it still has plenty of features to play with. I also like to use a “real” camera. I have a wee carry case for it. I hike a lot so this camera is perfect to take along.
I always carry a camera when I run ( ricoh gr3 or canon s95). Then I plan my runs to find good images. The whole process is reciprocal. I see it as a way of scouting and also improving my observation; if you can spot images and compositions whilst running I think you are doing well! I've ended up with some of my favorite images this way. One of the best reasons to carry a compact camera is to give you more opportunities to practice photography.
What a great video !! Back in film days my pocket/p+s camera was an Olympus MJU (35mm lens) . Was often used while photographing weddings because people played in front of a little camera . Was also a great little press camera ---- just a great little camera to have all the time actually.
Thank you for taking your followers back to the basics ; however it just as good to leave ALL the gear at home, or at least in the car and just use the one camera with one standard fixed focal length lens equal to around 50mm (ff) . Believe me , it's very liberating (as I read and lost somewhere online).
Of course , I'm an oldish bloke who started out with a ''come with the camera'' 50mm lens on a film camera. 50 years later I often still go back to basics just to re-learn (enjoy) basic photography with a 20mm (equal 40mm FF) on an Olympus Em1 Mk2 . (Perhaps more video themes to consider ;)
A little P&S is great for learning composition.
So good one Henry! Too many (especially when learning) seem still too wrapped up with bloody gear and imo ''Too much gear = confusion = frustration = lost of interest''.
''I can never to get every photo I might see no mater how much gear and focal length I carry''
“some of my better photos just happened because I had a fast to use a P&S camera in my pocket” (no ; a phone is not the same imo ---- but yeah , I'm an old fart 😂
Henry, thanks for the prompt, I have been out with my sony Dsc-90V this weekend and realised I prefer using a camera compared to my phone.
The image stability on your video camera is excellent!
Thank You Henry. Always interesting co
ntent.
Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼😀
I've been trying to find a 'running' camera for a while now... I had a canon G5x which was nice and small but I was worried about it getting damaged bouncing around in my belt pack. Have also tried my Sony a6x00 in a backpack and an om-5, both a bit too big for the occasional photo opportunity whilst running out in the countryside. Am still looking for the best option, maybe a fixed lens compact - I feel that the fewer moving parts the better.
Love this Henry! You show what you can achieve with quite basic equipment. Also, totally agree about preference of using some sort of camera V mobile 'phone. I feel exactly the same as the 'feel' of any camera in my hand is far more satisfying than a 'phone! Also love your 'struggles' with technology! First a broken chain and then cancelling your tracker mid-run! Have frequently suffered similar; punctures on the bike (when as far away from home/car as possible on a circular ride!) and then switching off tracking system so only registering 2Km instead of 20! A kindred spirit!!
Nice one Henry! Always good to see a professional photographer proving that you can get excellent images even with a compact camera. A couple of years ago I got a Panasonic TZ200 (1in sensor, 15x optical zoom) secondhand from MPB and a hard shell case and it's my everyday carry camera, great for business trips with just hand luggage, bike rides, the daily commute to the office and so much fun to use. Too many people overlook the compact and just go straight to SLRs, when you can get so much bang for your buck with a compact! And macro mode.. 😅
I agree, it's nice to have such a small camera for certain occasions. I own an older model from Nikon, a CoolPix, but not sure which one right now. And I also use my phone quite often. Very helpful!
I love my little Canon GX7... surprises me with how good it can be.
They are wonderful. I bought the G5x (same generation as you G9x) for a trip and use it all the time. Superb cameras. 20Mp, 24~100 f1.8 zoom, flippy screen and eye-level finder. Three assignable control wheels Brilliant.
Although, I've never really got my head around the 'macro' or close focusing.
Henry, I enjoyed this video immensely. There's something special about the simplicity of a capable point-and-shoot...always ready when you are.
In addition, I was blessed to see how blessed you are to live in such a beautiful area. Thanks for sharing your "hometown" with us. May we see more? 👍
I brought a lumix z200 for a lot of the reasons you stated, always with me especially when on the bike as so easy to carry on a lanyard
Hi Henry. I have a similar camera about the same vintage, but it's an Olympus. I use semi auto functions too. I have a little carry bag that it sits on my belt on the side, easy access and out of the way. For the flower, I would go through the scene menu and select the macro icon... Works a treat. Great resolution and bold colour that sometimes I have to tone down in post. I like the challenge of street photography as well with this little proper camera... I like the tactile feel too. By the way, you were channeling James Popsys there, take that as a genuine compliment... As you say... Quality, man!
Ahhh Sunderland Point. My Dad used to go there to get worms off the beach as fishing bait. He nearly didn’t come home coz of the bore tide. As the cal on sounded my uncle and him decided to stay out a few more minutes, and then they heard the roar of the tide and had to drop everything and sprint back to shore.
I've not seen the blue Jay van for a while.
It'll be back soon :D
I only used a small sensor camera , the Panasonic TZ95, before I moved on to the Fuji system. two years ago. The advantage is as everyone states the compactness. They are definitely not any more point and shoot than apsc cameras as there isn't anything on the fuji apsc cameras that the Panasonic cannot do. The big disadvantage that I found was shooting in bright light. Even though the TZ95 has a small EVF it's not that brilliant and nor is the screen in bright weather. It's quite difficult to see your settings. I guess if one sets it in auto that may overcome this to some extent. So, I do take it with me on occasions but seldom use it if I have the Fuji with me unless I want to use the zoom. The optical zoom is 720mm full frame equivalent vs my largest Fuji zoom of 345mm FF equivalent so this does give another option and with image stabilisation good photos can be obtained even at 720. Actually it will go to 1440 and even 2880 but not optically but not very good image quality obviously. So, yes handy but for me nowhere near as much fun to use as the Fuji's (XT1, XH1 and XS10).
Good video Henry nice to go really light now and then 😊
Great video, and we all know the best camera is the one in your hand. The wee point and shoots are much under-rated.
I have both cameras the Sony and Canon and personally prefer the Sony but both are good. I find with my shaky hands that I don’t always get a sharp shot without viewfinder. But great light weight and easy to carry around.
Love it. I am a runner as well. Never thought of doing a video like you did. May have to give that a go someday.
I use the rx100 vi.... almost every day .... i have the a7 too ... the rx100 does almost everything the a7 does without the need for carrying a bag.. fits in my cycle jersey too. If only it had a 16mm lens... Not sure if there will be a v8 of to rx100 ... I live in hope :) Yes it would really suit you Henry ...
I'm glad you featured a compact cam'... often overlooked these days by most...
I use a lil' 12 yr old LX7... a versatile lil' fellow with its 24-90mm f/1.4-2.3 lens, raw shooting and good movie capture... Ideal for light hikes and cycling...
Morning Henry, I have a little Sony A6300, which I then converted to Infrared. My main criteria for acquiring an IR camera was that it should be small, light, and fit easily into my jacket pocket. It's perfect for what I need, but I must admit I would like a slightly longer reach lens than the 16-50mm that came with it. I would say that something from the A6000 range may be worth checking out for your travel requirements, but possibly a newer model than my A6300!.
Breaking a chain, you beast! I love taking my Canon G5x II for toting in my frame bag on my bike. The phone is nice but the point & shoot is so much better especially on the long end.
Also, you might look into a quicklink for the chain!
I have a little Canon I tuck in my pocket for the city. Great for street photos when the r5 is too big. I loved the video. Great to sit back and watch other people exercise. You made some good points. All the best from Tasmania🌻🌻🌻
Agreed with point of video. I cycle a lot and prefer P&S vs phone, but phones have progressed. I have the original Sony RX100 and love it. It takes great pictures, simply. It's not weatherproof but has stood up to occasional abuse. I hang mine around my neck while cycling. (I've also used Canon P&Ss as well, more Guici than Sony and much less weatherproof. They were ruined in minimal weather - Canon has disappointed me more than once with their awful non-weather proofing. If you're going to be outdoors, eventually you're going to get caught in the rain...)
Yeah, I miss my Canon S90! It was an advanced camera at the time! Great vid as always Henry!
I love my Sony RX100 m6. Small, fits easily in my pocket and amazing quality. The m6 has the pop-up viewfinder which is really useful. Like the Canon, it has poor minimum focusing distance and battery life could be better. I always carry a spare.
I'd echo your points in the video Henry. I take a Sony Cybershot DSC W800 compact camera from 2015 with me on all day mountain bike adventures in the Highlands. Its a good option in that situation although I sometimes wish it had an optical viewfinder in bright conditions when the screen is difficult to see.
Loved this video Henry, it reminded me of a similar one i watched a few years back by Thomas Heaton, after which I went in a ten mile radius of my home and just shot with my phone, it is time I tried it again now that I am better photographer
I own a Lumix ZS50 - focal length 24-750mm )35mm equiv.), 12mp, RAW, full manual, A & T priority and tons of extras. My "pocket camera", same size approx. as the Canon. An oldie but a goodie for sure.
I have my dads LUMIX DMC TZ35 just sat on the shelf doing nothing, it won’t be doing nothing going forward, battery being charged and it will be in my pocket on dog walks (when it’s a bit impractical to lug around my DSLR) and live the rest of the time in the car for those ad hoc moments. Leica lens, 16.1mp, 28-560mm and 20x optical zoom, madness to leave it on the shelf. Cheers Henry 👍
I feel exhausted just watching you run, Henry! Then again, I’m much older than you😊 Lovely video with great scenery. It‘s amazing what those point and shoots do. I still have a little pocket size Sony HX90V and a Lumix TZ90, which I‘m reluctant to get rid of as they are enjoyable to take out when you don‘t want to carry your big camera. I feel the camera companies made a mistake when they stopped making these little beauties.
Lecia D Lux 7 is my backup compact camera
I still have my Nikon P7000. It's not quite as small as your Canon, but it's got a few DSLR-like control options and a killer zoom lens on it. The autofocus can be a little laggy, but that tends not to be an issue for landscape work.
Forgot to mention, My daughter has the Sony R100 (version iv I believe). Really nice camera, she's gotten excellent photos. I've used it a bit but having been a 20 year Canon user, the Sony menus were driving me nuts. The Canon 5xii is a bit bigger, but more useful for me.
Ohh awesome video Henry! Really enjoyed it 😊 I have a compact Camera that I bought before I did the Camino in Spain last year. My phone camera is absolutely pants, and I couldn't bare the idea of walking in that beautiful place and not being able to get a good photo. I always have that camera with me, just in case 🤩
Hi Henry, thanks for a very different day out and for sharing. I have an old Sony DSC H10 point and shoot from 2008 ... and will dig it out, get a new battery and see how it goes! .. that little camera even though it is only 8 megapixels has a zoom at 35mm equivalent of something like 35 to 350mm .. bonkers really.
I loved the different type of video Henry, it's great to get out and about without using a car. On that note, we haven't seen the Blue Jay for a while...have you still got her/him? Time to get the bike out of shed now...
No quick link Henry 😂...well worth it
Great video ❤
I use a Lumix TZ100 compact when i go backpacking, even my MFT camera weighs too much for that! But with a 1 inch sensor and 25-250 FFE f2.8 zoom the Lumix is great. I've fitted a filter mount so I can mount a polarizer, Variable ND or lens hood. It just feels so much better than using my phone and the 20MP raw files are better too.
I also use PictureThis, it costs about £30/year but money well spent for me.
We need to bring back point and shoots.
Yep, good title for the video that actually. Hope you don't mind me stealing it!!
Tractor portrait goes hard 🔥
Interesting video Henry & enjoyed the content...yes I like using a 'proper' camera although my phone is handy when out & about...I do have an old point & shoot Canon PowerShot but I find pics look a bit washed out compared to my Nikon DSLR'S.... cheers from Australia 🦘🦘😄
My first camera was a canon compact. Unfortunately I didn't know much about what I was buying and it doesn't take Raw. Despite that when I go on international business trips I keep it in my bag and I got some great photos in India. If I use Topaz to convert the Jpeg to a DNG I can edit without creating artefacts, even though highlights and shadows cannot be recovered. Its also brilliant for street photography. Before the days of smart phones I took some great photos in Thailand and China backpacking. it was a 3MP camera and the A4 prints are amazing.
Nice! Maybe that's where I restart my photography. With a compact camera that is, just to have something more than my phone when I need it. And then when I can afford to buy a new full frame camera it can serve as a backup or secondary unit. Great i inspiration.
But for now the phone have to suffice.
Quick tip, you need to change gears when going up hills like that. Great video as btw! Always look forward for your videos
Weirdo 😂 class as always mate. I use an Olympus vr370 for street photography at times and it's class, you should get yourself an Olympus e300 or e500 DSLR, they have the Kodak ccd sensor and give a real film look
my XT5 ...with one lens ..... And I have a small backpack I've much prefer it to my phone because phones just get distracting. I know people will say that phones are great for Photography and they are from a photography perspective but from a distraction point of view it's so easy to get distracted when you're on a phone.
I enjoyed that Henry something different, i use a small camera a Fujifilm X100VI but im mainly a street or city architecture photographer so small suits me fine.
Was that AirMed 99 flying overhead keeping an eye on you Henry LoL. Grand Video, all about getting out and shooting with whatever you have to hand. NO Limits to enjoying oneself :)
Oh yes, yes and yea - well done and with such good advice - certainly great when on the bike (take a ‘quick-link’ just for those rare occasions - a bit like taking a sprre battery for the camera (: ) Seriously though - a great video
Your chain snapped, how does that even happen? I honestly didn't know they could - I just thought they fall off 😮 how awful for you! Great recovery though reinventing yourself with a run... I'm now puffed just watching 😂 I have an old Kodak compact somewhere hiding in a cupboard I purchased back in 2004 You have now given me a challenge to bring it out and use it again - I think it's even battery operated 😂
You’ll love the Sony RX100. I had the original and then the mark iii. Superb 1inch sensors. Mine was stolen 😢 GOOD VIDEO AS USUAL.
Henry mate - set your camera to macro focus mode for close ups :)
Thank you for another great video.
Great video, smashing pics of the boats. You are cursed when it comes to bikes 😂. Considering the balancing act you did whilst cycling, attenpt a unicycle next time 😂
In 60 years of cycling, I've never broken a chain.
I'm thinking about picking up one of the Ricoh GRs. I did just get a new phone, so maybe I don't need a compact camera. I haven't really tried using the camera in the new phone.
I’d agree Henry I’ve a 13mini but still prefer my Fuji X20 not quite as small as your Canon but with f2.0 28mm to 112 mm and macro lense touching the the subject way better than the iPhone mini ps wish I could still go running. Enjoy 😊😎👌☕️pps really enjoyed this vid thanks Henry
Lycra, chains and alot of huffin n puffin, too much for me 😉
Hi Henry, you should invite Gavin H to run with you ;)
Had the Sony, lovely camera and brilliant auto focus. Came at a price though.
Got my Sony RX100 for bike rides too.
Love my portable point and shoot rx100 but trying to see the back screen is hard and half the time i can't tell ifthe photo is ok or not. How do you get past that issue
Change the screen brightness to sunny weather and check out the histogram to see if you’re under or overexposed.
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I think that was Hawthorn, not Dewberry - could be wrong though. Compact cameras suck, I'd rather just use my phone.
I’m sorry, but I don’t get people saying iPhone photos are great. Maybe iPhone pro but also have a iPhone 13 and the camera is garbage. If you take a photo and then marginally zoom or crop it’s a pixelated mess. Completely unusable. Bought a Panasonic gm1 with a 16mp and 14mm lens - tiny and quality is 100x better. Don’t fall for the hype that an iPhone is the only camera you need