Just looking at possible cameras as we are going to Iceland soon. We currently havea Canon G16, and its been great, but just wondering if anyone has had any other experiances with more recent cameras that take good pictures and relatively easy to use?
Cheers!
The advice the TheMatrix provides is good.
The G16 is a great camera, but things change and it's difficult to review and cover a vast range of cameras.
I can only suggest that you look at DPReview - web search for them. As a now retired pro photographer of many years standing, I often looked at their camera reviews as a good place to start from. The user forums often give great feedback to confirm actual use…. good / bad.
I use a Canon G16, but in recent times use Fuji X20 as a robust small camera, I also use Nikon DSLR's, but unless required for a special purpose they stay home on euro trips. With Iceland and maybe the extra cold weather is a important consideration, so will be power use, so strongly consider that aspect and be sure to take extra battery's.
Have a great trip.
Get a good smartphone like Samsung S7.
I speak as a previous RX100 owner.
Terrible advice.
I speak as someone that read the post.
Best currently is arguably Canon g7x II: http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/canon-g7x-ii/canon-g7x…
I was going to get it, but went with a mirrorless instead for the vast improvement in image quality.
The Lumix LX100 actually has a 4/3 sensor, which is much bigger than Sony rx-100 et. al., allowing you to possibly take better photos, while still being small and automatic: http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-point-and-shoot-camera…
Otherwise, if you're happy with your current camera, just take that and enjoy yourself
Anyone recommend a good place to buy this currently?
I was looking at digidirect when they had a storewide sale. A grey import seller offering australian warranty would be a good bet.
That Lumix (or any Micro 4/3 camera) is much bigger and heavier, even with a light lens attached.
I'd suggest also bringing along any type of decent waterproof camera. You'll most likely visit The Blue Lagoon which you can do in a half a day before you depart Iceland as it's along the way from Reykjavik to Keflavik airport which most transfer buses will stop at regardless of whether you wanted to or not.
There's plenty of great photo opportunities with volcanoes and mountain landscapes, but when looking back at the photos taken some of our best group shots came from relaxing in the waters of The Blue Lagoon as we were fortunate enough that one of us brought a waterproof camera.
Note the waterproof feature is to make sure it still works when it gets splashed and for swimming with it around the lagoon waters as underwater photos won't turn out very clear.
The Sony RX100 series is good.