Slightly OT...Camera for bike rides

[mass_biker]

Anyone do bike rides with a thin/light point and shoot camera to capture moments? My phone does a decent job, but wondering if the PL cognoscenti have any insights here...thanks - m_b

[dbnm]

You don't mention a budget but you might have a look at the Fujifilm XF10. This was my choice
https://amzn.to/31NzrSO

[mass_biker]

Not sure about budget frankly - looking for something

- thin (think jersey pocket)
- light (ounces vs. pounds)
- ideally weatherproof (would like to be able to grab it and take shots vs. stopping to take it out of a case/sack)

[scoobydrew]

I recommend the Sony RX100 series. The latest versions are expensive, but you can pick up an older one (generally anything MkIII and newer) to save money.

[mhespenheide]

RX100 or LX100.

But seriously, newer models of phones have pretty dang awesome cameras if you don't mind the fixed focal length.

[adub]

Leica M10

But on a more serious note I upgraded my iphone to the XR rather than packing a 2nd camera. Works great for me! And the Snapseed app fixes up the pics to the point I'v had a few printed on canvas.

[jamesdak]

I went with a Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II that I found used locally at a great price.

Smaller than my cellphone and much better image quality and capability

[biker72]

Originally Posted by scoobydrew

I recommend the Sony RX100 series. The latest versions are expensive, but you can pick up an older one (generally anything MkIII and newer) to save money.

I have an older version of this and can agree it's a great camera.

[gavingould]

depends on what the intentions are with the photos, but when i bring a camera it's a Fuji xpro-2, usually with the 35mm f/1.4
a Fuji X100F would be good too.

[robin3mj]

Ricoh GR
Ricoh GR
Ricoh GR

Once you get the hang of snap focus, you’ll be ruined for anything else.

[dbnm]

My iPhone Xs Max makes some seriously good photos

[choke]

I currently use a Lumix ZS100. I like to have some zoom.

In the past I've used an older Lumix (ZS40 perhaps) and a Canon SX700HS. I prefer the operation of the Lumix over the Canon.

[BumbleBeeDave]

Originally Posted by choke

I currently use a Lumix ZS100. I like to have some zoom.

In the past I've used an older Lumix (ZS40 perhaps) and a Canon SX700HS. I prefer the operation of the Lumix over the Canon.

I have a ZS50 I have used for several years now. Lots of flexibility and a truly long optical zoom when you need it. I want to get the newer ZS because it is now 20MP. My older one is only 12MP. That can be a problem shooting on the move because I'm often shooting over my shoulder more or less blind and need the resolution to be able to crop to best pic and still have decent file size.

The only drawback I've seen is limited tonal range between highlights and shadows. I end up having to work with the final shots to bring up the shadows and tone downs the highlights. It does shoot HDR, but not good for on the move. I put it on sports mode to bias toward faster shutter speed.

Here's some recent rides all shot with the ZS50 Lumix:

Poultney, VT, gravel: https://photos.app.goo.gl/aXgGSNRnWDGfT6Tf9

Adirondacks Ididaride event gravel: https://photos.app.goo.gl/K4fvXgeHTR5aUKz48

Solo Catskills: https://photos.app.goo.gl/EDk1kfeLdmTvkxqF6

BBD

[joosttx]

Found a picture of my Sony RX100 when I retired it. Durable for sure.

[Marc40a]

I use a Fuji xt3, my iPhone XR, and a GoPro Hero 7.

It depends what you’re looking for.

I-phone is the most flexible in a compact package.

GoPro has a lot going for it. It’s the most portable, and as previously mentioned, takes photos in RAW format which is a step above the iphone. The main limitation is that you have to be comfortable with the super wide angle perspective and the compositional challenges that go along with that.

Fuji: pro quality, and probably overkill for anything that you’re not printing.