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[kraut]

for the fast shot on the road from he pillion or at stopovers we used to carry the Olympus Tough 8000 on the bike after several rather short lived trials with "normal", non waterproof and non shockproof cameras. Shortcoming used to be: comparatively slow and a clear weekness in bad light situations. But those Tough models outlived any other camera we had taken on tours for years, our first one from '05 does still serve as a fall back in my car.

Now Nikon offers their first "outdoor camera", the Coolpix AW 100 and as Nikon addicts we had to give her a chance.

Results surprised us, the little companion ist real fast to be ready, very comfortable to handle and does indeed make good shots on the road as well as with little light like in a museum or at sunset.

Definitely by far superior over the Olympus, not to mention the video feature and GPS.

So for someone who looks for a really rugged little sports camera the Nikon seems to be a good pick presently.

[mr_magoo]

Have you looked at a GO PRO buddy has 1 and it made it to Alaska and back and is water proof.  On the bike I use a fuji F10 that is water proof and shock proof & freeze proof and take good pics & videos.

[kraut]

yes we did, had one actually for some time. Go Pro is a valid solution mounted on the bike or helmet especially for solo riders but it's mainly for videos, not a allround camera, no flashlight, no programs, no GPS. We played around a bit with the Go Pro but if you got a BSR to busy herself with taking pics on and off the bike a "normal" camera is preferable.

[TIF2]

Thanks for this post.

I have a trip planned in early June and have been shopping for a new camera (presently have an Olympus 1030 SW).
I've been looking at this one and nice to see some real world feedback!

Would you buy it again?

[Skillet]

Kraut I am a sucker for new gadgets so I bought the same camera yesterday. Here is a sample. Got it for $297.00.

[Skillet]

Another shot.

[RedDevil]

Another shot.

Nice looking bobber!   

[Skillet]

It was built locally by the Korean. Turned out pretty good.

[TIF2]

Don't want this thread to "wander" ... those pics look great.
I like the new Nikon because it has a "self-contained" lens (like the Olympus). I also bought a Canon "Powershot" (A3000is) at a local Sams Club while on a trip (the Oly had an issue). The Canon does "ok" but not very happy with the results.

When I'm riding solo I've become used to (with the Olympus 1030 SW) dropping the cam in my vest pocket. Not possible with a cam that "extends the lens". For the latter I have to power off (to retract the lens), then power on (to extend the lens) for a shot. By the time the Canon powers up the shot is gone.

Skillett - are you happy with the function, ergonomics, and included software?
I've been reading reviews but I'm not a pro photographer ... seems like in the class of "point-and-shoot" compacts it's doing well (reviews).

[Skillet]

Don't want this thread to "wander" ... those pics look great.
I like the new Nikon because it has a "self-contained" lens (like the Olympus).

When I'm riding solo I've become used to (with the Olympus 1030 SW) dropping the cam in my vest pocket. Not possible with a cam that "extends the lens". For the latter I have to power off (to retract the lens), then power on (to extend the lens) for a shot. By the time the Canon powers up the shot is gone.

Skillett - are you happy with the function, ergonomics, and included software?
I've been reading reviews but I'm not a pro photographer ... seems like in the class of "point-and-shoot" compacts it's doing well (reviews).

I am well pleased with it so far. Haven't ventured too much with the settings yet. Downloaded the software View NX2 and Panorama Maker 5. I didn't have time to use it yet. No opinions yet. Lots of features on the camera. It will suit me just fine I think for it's intended use as a handy camera to have on you. maybe Kraut will chime in and teach us a few things.

[kraut]

I can't say anything about the software because we use photoshop only.

Compared directly to the Olympus there are some major pros: 1. it's about half the weight, 2. it powers up and shoots much faster,  3. you can apply an optical lens for special purposes, 4. it always starts up with the last program selected (important for instance for museum shots) and program selection can not be changed involuntarily as with the Olympus ring, 5. by far better energy management.

Although we just have her for some weeks now we would buy her again 

[JCZ]

I appreciate this thread.

Looks like it would be a nice alternative to the Nikon DSLR that currently hangs around my neck.  Although this camera is really spoiling me.

[kraut]

its more an addition than an alternative. A nice little companion whereever you can't or don't dare to take the DSLR  

[Skillet]

its more an addition than an alternative. A nice little companion whereever you can't or don't dare to take the DSLR  

That was my main reason for the purchase. I lug a Canon 7D around and they can get heavy.

[Midnight Rider]

I have found the Canon G series to be nice as a substitute for a DSLR.  The true pocket cameras are just not "beefy" enough to suit me.  Mine is a G10, but they are up to a G12 now.  Very robust frame, and controls are not all buried in a menu system.  It's no pocket camera though...more like a jacket pocket camera.  It is easy to hang around the neck though, and has a nice 3" display.  The newer G12 has an articulating display, which would be handy for the bike.  The optical zoom is plenty wide/long, and the quality is very good for what it is.  The newer version has better low light capability than my older G10, which is pretty much useless over ISO 400.

JC...for you, the Canon G12 might be worth a look.  A nice compromise.