Few travels can be imagined without a camera. New places, new faces, new impressions - all this experience can be experienced again by looking at the captured photos. Going on a trip, we pretty well imagine what we may need and what not. However, things are different with the camera. Which camera to choose? What may be needed from lenses? What functions are most needed in the camera? It is definitely impossible to answer these questions, because the trips are different, and we decided to select the cameras accordingly - different. We believe that traveling is light, and our list of cameras is aimed at those who want to bring photographs of excellent quality, but do not want to turn their vacation into work of carrying heavy loads over long distances. Our motto is: smaller, lighter and smarter. It is important for us that the camera has a sufficiently large matrix for printing large-sized images. It is important for us that the camera can work confidently in the dark. It is important for us that the camera has smart electronics and does not make you puzzle over your settings.
Canon PowerShot G7X and G3X
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Sony RX100 III
Check Price Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III Sony managed to create one of the best compact cameras with non-replaceable optics in the face of the third-generation RX100 model. In terms of functionality, this little one is almost the twin brother of the Canon G7X, and even slightly surpasses it in video shooting capabilities. 20 megapixels are located on a 1 ? sensor; to reveal all its possibilities allows the lens from Carl Zeiss with aperture f / 1.8–2.8. The camera has an electronic viewfinder, which, like the flash, elegantly hides in an aluminum casing. The camera is excellent in all respects, but it turned out so compact that it is more suitable for thin female hands, but not for every “arm” man.Nikon 1 AW1
Get a quote Nikon 1 AW1 The Nikon 1 AW1 is the only compact camera in the world with interchangeable lenses that can withstand immersion under water and use in extreme conditions. The matrix in the camera is of the same size as in the Sony RX 100 III and Canon G series, with a resolution of 14 megapixels. The declared maximum depth is almost 15 meters, the minimum working temperature is -10 ° C, and the height of the painless fall is 2 meters. This is more than enough for outdoor enthusiasts. However, there are only two lenses in the same class as the camera: the standard Nikon 11-27.5mm f / 3.5-5.6 and the Nikon 1 Nikkor AW 10mm f / 2.8 fixed lens. The aperture ratio of these two lenses is not so great in comparison with competitors, but the speed of serial shooting is amazing. In full resolution, the camera is capable of doing 15 frames per second,Olympus TG-4
Get the price Olympus TG-4 If you don't need interchangeable lenses, then the Olympus TG-4 is an alternative to the more expensive Nikon1 AW1. True, for winning the price you have to be content with a smaller matrix than in Nikon. Therefore, in low light, the quality of photos will be lower. The camera body is shockproof and allows you to dive to a depth of 15 meters. The 4x lens can be expanded with the Olympus Tele or Wide Angle Attachment. The compact size allows you to carry the camera around your neck, in a small case on your belt or simply in your pocket. The Olympus TG-4 also knows how to render raw RAW files, which is rarely the case with amphibious cameras of this class. Note that for macro enthusiasts, the camera has LEDs to create uniform illumination of the photographed object.Panasonic DMC-GX7
Learn price Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 Paired with a standard 3x zoom lens, this camera has earned well-deserved fame among street photography enthusiasts and those who are looking for an uncompromising tool in a compact body. It is small, inconspicuous, versatile and fast. A feature of the model is the presence of a large and convenient electronic viewfinder for ambitious cropping and full compatibility with all lenses of the Panasonic system. For example, its capabilities can be significantly expanded by equipping with a Panasonic Lumix Vario 35-100mm f / 2.8 lens.Sony Alpha A7II
Check price Sony Alpha ILCE-7M2 From our entire list, this model is the leader in terms of the ratio of such indicators as compactness, image quality and accessibility (for a camera with a full-frame matrix). Many professionals and advanced amateurs choose this camera as the main one, because it allows you to make the whole system smaller and easier, which is important when traveling long distances. There are several modifications on the market. Sony A7 is the first and most affordable model in the family with a full-frame sensor and a resolution of 24.3 megapixels. Sony A7R is designed for landscape photography enthusiasts, as the matrix has a huge resolution of 36 megapixels, and it also lacks a low-pass filter, which allows you to get perfect sharpness photos. Sony A7S has a phenomenal sensitivity range from ISO 50 to 409600. The camera itself is more sharpened for shooting video and allows you to record in 4K mode. Sony A7II - the second generation of the A series. A 5-axis stabilizer was added for the sensor to prevent unwanted blurry photos from sudden movements and in low light.Fujifilm X-T1
Learn the price of Fujifilm X-T1 This retro camera is similar to a SLR camera, but is still a representative of mirrorless professional cameras from Fujifilm. It implements the most advanced electronic viewfinder at the moment. It is designed to be hardy and withstand harsh climatic tests thanks to dust and moisture protection of the case. The camera has a reporting spirit and unique color reproduction 16-megapixel crop sensor X-Trans. Fujifilm also produces a matched line of Fujinon lenses with a unique pattern. We recommend starting your journey into this system with the Fujinon XF 16-55mm F / 2.8 R LM WR, since it has the same dust and moisture protection class as the device itself.Nikon D5300
Get a quote Nikon D5300 Among the amateur SLR digital cameras, the Nikon D5300 stands out with a number of interesting features. Here is a unique 24-megapixel sensor for its class. The camera has a very accurate autofocus system at 39 points, as well as a relatively small size. This kind of matrix and autofocus are available in the older and more expensive Nikon D7200 camera, which is the most technologically advanced Nikon camera in the crop matrix line. If you equip the camera with a Nikon 18-200mm or Nikon 18-105mm lens, you will get a compact SLR camera for all occasions with a convenient grip and functionality that is available in the semi-professional segment.Canon EOS 100D
Get price Canon EOS 100D If you are looking for a really compact SLR camera, then it's hard to find something lighter and more inconspicuous than the Canon EOS 100D. The weight of the camera without a lens is only 400 grams, and its size is an order of magnitude smaller than the small Nikon D5300. The camera is equipped with an 18-megapixel sensor and allows you to capture beautiful photos, which can also be supplemented with Full HD videos. You can buy this camera complete with a Canon 18-55mm starter lens, but we would recommend buying an inexpensive, lightweight and very compact Canon EF 40mm f / 2.8 STM pancake lens.