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Nikon D300
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Tracy mann (doodlewoodle) 0 pts
May 9, 2008 1:32 AM
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i backpack. is this too much camera to take? weight? etc

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steve mccall (stevemccall) 2587 pts
May 9, 2008 10:49 PM
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this is a very heavy and expensive camera that is not suitable for backpacking
what you need is a light and and rugged camera that is designed for travel
the new panasonic lumix tz5 is a very good choice.





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Terry Miesle (TER-OR) 30 pts
May 12, 2008 1:05 PM
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Consider the Olympus SW line, too. They're not going to be like a DSLR with multiple lenses etc, but they are rugged and small. I have the 850SW and it's been quite good so far, with very good macro modes. If it gets dirty, rinse it off and keep going (clean thoroughly when you get home).
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by James DeRuvo (byjamesderuvo) 58448 pts
May 16, 2008 1:17 PM
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Yeah, I think a DSLR would be more a drag on you. And if you take a spill, that's alot of impact damage. Take it once, though and you'll know. But before you do, invest in a 1A Skylight filter for every lens. Reason being? Insurance. They will take any impact damage and spare your lens. I can't tell you many times I have thrashed a 1A filter and saved my camera lens. It's well worth the $20 or so, believe me.
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Tracy mann (doodlewoodle) 0 pts
May 16, 2008 1:59 PM
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I went out and bought the tz5...I love it! Great pictures for such a small camera! I'll take it on a trip next week to Grand Canyon...will know more then.
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steve mccall (stevemccall) 2587 pts
May 16, 2008 4:15 PM
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hello tracy
you will get some great shots of the grand canyon with your new camera
here is a link to a photoset on flickr look at the quality!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/petraneno/2442189687/
and what is more you can shoot hd video of your trip
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pUDJiMsXp0&feature=related

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by James DeRuvo (byjamesderuvo) 58448 pts
May 22, 2008 2:55 AM
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Awesome. Tracy. Enjoy the adventure!
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