{"id":9125,"date":"2014-02-07T09:00:43","date_gmt":"2014-02-07T14:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/?p=9125"},"modified":"2020-06-22T16:41:31","modified_gmt":"2020-06-22T20:41:31","slug":"tips-to-help-you-find-the-best-camera-for-your-next-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/tips-to-help-you-find-the-best-camera-for-your-next-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to help you find the best camera for your next trip!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The world is full of wonder. There is beauty in even the simplest of things. Sometimes you just need to dare yourself to pay attention, take a deep breath, and appreciate. Whether you are taking a relaxing stroll along the beaches of <a title=\"Travel Guide: St. Lucia\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/travel-guide-st-lucia\/\">St. Lucia,<\/a> embarking on a culturally-enriching tour through <a title=\"Everything You Need to Know About Paris\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-paris\/\">Paris<\/a>, or touching base with your inner self in <a title=\"Our 2014 Bucket List\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/2014-bucket-list\/\">Bali<\/a>, I invite you to take a moment to indulge in the beauty around you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Commemorate your travel experiences through journaling, collecting memorabilias and of course, <a title=\"How To Take Better Travel Photos\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/take-better-travel-photos\/\">photography<\/a>. Write about every experience. Hold on to every keepsake. And always be ready to capture unadulterated moments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Before you set forth on another getaway, read through our list of useful tips to help you find the best camera for your next trip!<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>FACTORS TO CONSIDER<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Size and weight.<\/strong> Size matters if you\u2019re on the go, so pick a camera that is fairly compact.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Image quality.<\/strong> Don\u2019t settle. There are plenty of good-sized cameras that offer high image quality and resolution. Take your time to assess every option available. Your camera should be able to produce a nice, sharp print even when the camera is set at the lowest ISO.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Low-light performance.<\/strong> It can sometimes be a struggle to take pictures with poor lighting. Does your camera offer a stabilizer? Does it come with fast lenses? Stabilizers are key for travelers who are constantly moving, while fast lenses ensure that moments are captured right when they happen. Test your options before buying.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Ease of Use.<\/strong> Is it easy to manoeuvre? Are the features easy to understand? You don\u2019t want to be fidgeting as scenes pass you by.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Flexibility.<\/strong> Does it come with a good built-in lens? Are there add-ons available?<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>CAMERA SUGGESTIONS<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.canon.ca\/inetCA\/products?m=gp&amp;pid=24222\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Canon EOS Rebel SL-1<\/span><\/a>,\u00a0<\/strong>$779.99<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong>\u00a0World\u2019s smallest and lightest DSLR. Offers good autofocus during Live View shooting and movie capture. JPEG images look clean up through ISO 800, which is typical for this class.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong>\u00a0Weak battery life. Very similar features to the Canon T5i.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Fujifilm-Finepix-Digital-Camera-Optical\/dp\/B0012Y6WFA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Fujifilm Z20fd,\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/a>$149.99<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong>\u00a0Quick, quiet with fast lens. Classic camera feel and operation. Slim flat body, with protective slider cover. Barely any shutter lag. Ideal for street photography.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong>\u00a0Image quality sometimes suffers in low lighting. Video quality not in HD.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.futureshop.ca\/en-CA\/product\/olympus-olympus-12mp-waterproof-digital-camera-tg-2ihs-black-v104120bu000ca\/10240003.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Olympus TG2,<\/strong><\/span><\/a>\u00a0$349.99<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong>\u00a0Compact waterproof camera. Easy to use for diving, snorkeling, and above-water adventures. Colours on default settings and automatic modes are vibrant. \u00a0Auxiliary lenses are lightweight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong>\u00a0Video sometimes makes a ticking noise after the 10-second mark.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.samsung.com\/ca\/consumer\/camera-camcorder\/smart-cameras\/nx-cameras\/EV-NX210ZBSBCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Samsung NX210<\/span><\/a><\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.samsung.com\/ca\/consumer\/camera-camcorder\/smart-cameras\/nx-cameras\/EV-NX210ZBSBCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">,<\/span><\/a>\u00a0$899.99<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong>\u00a0First interchangeable-lens compact camera. Built-in WiFi which allows you upload on the go. Takes excellent raw photos.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong>\u00a0Autofocus is a bit slow, and JPEG processing could use some work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.futureshop.ca\/en-CA\/category\/gopro-hero-3-camera-gopro-accessories\/gopro-hero.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>GoPro Hero 3+ Black,\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/a>$449.99<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong>\u00a0Best action camera in the market. Abundant resolution and frame rate perfect for novice and expert shooters. Impressive list of shooting features.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong>\u00a0Battery life can be brief depending on the features used.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Do you have any tips you want to share? 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