Camera for Alaska Dall Hunt

[257WHBY13]

Curious what Camera's people take on AK Dall hunts?

Thanks in advance!

 

[Jeremiah Newman]

I would say, that depends on you budget, and what you want out of your camera… if you want a simple point and shoot, I would go for something like the Olympus TG6. It's waterproof, and you could basically throw it down the mountain and it would still work. They're not the best quality photos, but they are decent for a point and shoot in that price range.

The next step up is going to be a compact mirrorless camera. I would recommend the Sony a6600 or a6100 depending on budget. Both are incredible cameras that have very good image quality. Being an aps-c mirrorless camera, these are still very compact and lightweight.

If you want the absolute best, I would recommend a Sony A7IV. This would get you incredible results, but it's also pretty expensive, lenses are expensive, and you're getting a bit bigger and bulkier as well. This might be a bit much to carry all day.

I literally film and photograph other episodes hunts for a living, so if you need anymore info or recommendations, I'd be more than happy to help.

 

[Pdvdh]

I take my phone. A Samsung S21 Ultra 5G. Takes pretty nice photos in any kind of light...

 

[Tundra Cruiser]

Get a nice phone and depending on length of trip battery pack. You won't want to carry extra stuff. Phone can take place of so much. Pics from my crappy iPhone 10 wife's 13 is way better

 

[Recon$$]

My Droid has 100x zoom. Sure it's no top of the line cannon with a Jesus lense but it gets the job done. Agree with Tundra Cruiser, it's probably in your pocket. This picture is at 70x if I remember right.

 

[Muddyboots]

If you never shot photography with a camera, a phone seems really good to you. A good compact camera can deliver incredible photo's if you take the time to learn basic photography.

Suggest contacting Doug at Cameraland to see what they offer based upon what your needs will be. Bet they can suggest options to consider. I would also suggest taking a camera course to learn some basics plus unlock your camera's potential IF you do not have photography experience.

You already know an AK Dall will provide photo's of a lifetime with your posting!

 

[waveslayer]

Cell phone for sure, and trigger cam 2.1 for your gun

 

[Aoudad shooter1975]

Olympus Tough TG
My cell phone IPhone
Go Pro

Is what I take

 

[Muddyboots]

I have a Canon Powershot and they have great features. Its no longer available but anything similar is what I would suggest.

PowerShot SX720 HS Red|Canon Online Store

Buy the PowerShot SX720 HS Red from Canon Online Store with 40x Optical Zoom and 20.3 MP CMOS sensor with DIGIC 6 Image Processor.

shop.usa.canon.com

 

[Muddyboots]

Superceded I think to this:

PowerShot SX740 HS

Powerful 40x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer and Zoom Framing Assist.4K Video and 4K Time-lapse Movie.Built-in Wi-Fi®* and Bluetooth®** Technology20.3 Megapixel*** CMOS Sensor.DIGIC 8 Image Processor.3.0-inch Tilt-type (180° up) LCD.

www.usa.canon.com

 

[jimbires]

I carry an olympus tough , TG6 . I can take spare battries and and memory card , if I feel I'd need them. I don't have a cell phone , and really don't want one . Call Doug at cameraland , tell them long range hunting forum sent you . camera land hooked me up about a year ago .

Olympus Store | Camera Land NY

cameralandny.com

 

[Pdvdh]

I have a Canon Powershot and they have great features. Its no longer available but anything similar is what I would suggest.

PowerShot SX720 HS Red|Canon Online Store

Buy the PowerShot SX720 HS Red from Canon Online Store with 40x Optical Zoom and 20.3 MP CMOS sensor with DIGIC 6 Image Processor.

shop.usa.canon.com

My Samsung S21 Ultra 5G takes nicer photos than my Canon Powershot, which I used for a number of years. Like 8-10yrs ago.