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I'm doing quite a bit of trail running, so I am looking for a compact camera to take with me.
I don't take my phone, and I don't have time to stop.
I just want something I can quickly pull out, and take a snap.
I have a Lumix LX3, but it's too bulky to take.
Any suggestions?
Cheers.
I would've suggested the LX3...
If you don't have time to stop, the pics will be all blurry
Fuji XP60, cheap, water & drop proof, fast boot-up. Zoom's a bit poor, but otherwise I love mine. For better piccies I'd probably go for a Lumix FT5 next time, but then it's 2.5 times the price.
I use a Lumix FT20. Its pretty small/lightweight, and waterproof. Very handy to carry in the waist pocket on my rucksack. Or in a belt bag, or pocket.
Doesn't take long to take out and switch on for a quick photo.
There's now a newer version, the FT25, I think its very similar. Or the FT5 has built in GPS etc, though its a bit bigger, and much more expensive.
Wow, what an incredibly specific request. A camera that can be used while running?
I have to ask, what do you come across while running that is;
a) so amazing you need a picture of it?
b) not worth standing still for 125th of a second for?
Lol at sharkattack 😆
As always, I'm happy to recommend what I have - a waterproof Nikon compact - not very versatile but won't matter if you drop it / it rains / you sweat a lot.
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I have tried a GoPro on a chest strap while running. Usually set in timelapse mode, one photo every 5 seconds. Stills from this are not great, often rather blurry. Plus you get your hands appearing.
Though you can make it into an entertaining video, sped up about 50 times.
[i]you can make it into an entertaining video[/i]
Sounds it! 😆
I do a lot of Mountain trail running (just done an 84km last weekend in HK) and some of the views are amazing.
I would stop to take a pic, but not waiting for my iphone to get ready.
Just point and click would be my preferred option.