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GolfClubAtlas.com => Golf Course Architecture Discussion Group => Topic started by: Brad Tufts on November 23, 2017, 09:49:30 PM
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Hey All,
Are there any current recommendations for a point-and-shoot digital camera for taking golf course photos?
I've had Lumix cameras for the past several years, but dust always finds its way into the camera onto the sensor, so I have to take it apart and blow the dust off every couple months (or in the middle of a trip if I'm using it a lot), which is annoying.
So, all I'm really looking for is a camera that fits into a pocket, has 15x+ zoom, and takes great photos!
Any ideas?
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Brad - was just looking at these this morning. I’m going with the Sony DSC – HX 80. Has 30x zoom and Wi-Fi which I like. Good reviews on Amazon and Best Buy.
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Thanks Matt...will check it out!
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There is a trade-off in pocket sized cameras: In order to keep a camera pocket sized, the larger the sensor the smaller the zoom. If you want a better sensor in a pocket sized camera, it will limit the amount of zoom you can get. The Sony DSC – HX 80 has a 1/2.3 sensor. You should take a look at the Lumix SZ 100. It has a 1" sensor that takes very sharp photos, but only has a 10X optical zoom (which is the most of any pocket sized camera with a 1" sensor as far as I am aware). That should be sufficient for golf course photos.
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Highly recommend the Sony RX 100 V and its various cousins.
A prior thread
http://www.golfclubatlas.com/forum/index.php/topic,61955.msg1471350.html#msg1471350 (http://www.golfclubatlas.com/forum/index.php/topic,61955.msg1471350.html#msg1471350)
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I've recently converted over to the Sony RX 100 as well and, while pricey, it's fully worth it.
Ulrich
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I went with the Sony ILCE 5000 for its HDR capability.
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iPhone X