looking for camera.

[hak4fun]

I am looking for a camera that is compact, has interchangable lenses, and low price. I want a camera that I can carry along with me, not worry about breaking, and do min 720p 30FPS recording and of course it needs to be able to keep up with the ability of any operator that picks it up.

 

Anything that fits this bill? thanks for the help in adance

[hak4fun]

A DSLR? Nikon D5100?

I thought about the d5100, but how fragile is it? I need to be able to throw the thing around. It will be going with me on a backpacking trip, and could possibly be dropped a few times and getting a little wet.

[BallisticPeanut]

If you want something affordable try the Canon EOS M.  It has pretty much the same sensor as the T3i and 60D and I think you can get magic lantern for it.

 

Camera:  http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Compact-Systems-Camera-3-0-Inch/dp/B008NENG1A

 

Magic Lantern:  http://www.magiclantern.fm/

 

But if your worried about it breaking then maybe you should just use a Go Pro.

[DigitalHermit]

Fujifilm X-A1?

http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/x/fujifilm_x_a1/

 

I've seen it first hand and it feels really solid.. a bit expensive though...

[hak4fun]

 

If you don't care too much about the photos and you want something affordable try the Canon EOS M.  It has pretty much the same sensor as the T3i and 60D and I think you can get magic lantern for it.

 

Camera:  http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Compact-Systems-Camera-3-0-Inch/dp/B008NENG1A

 

Magic Lantern:  http://www.magiclantern.fm/

 

But if your worried about it breaking then maybe you should just use a Go Pro.

 

the reason I want to go fairly cheap, is because I don't want to worry about breaking it. The reason I want interchangable lenses is I will be using a 18-50 and a 70-210 or something similiar lense kit. I don't want a gopro simply because it doesn't have what I need. I do care about the photos I get from it, I just don't want to spend tons for a camera that could possibly be unusable by the end of the trip.

[Dw136]

If you're looking for a DSLR that can go through hell I'd recommend a Pentax + one of their weather sealed lenses.

As for cost don't worry about buying used. If you can find one on in the classifieds ask them to meet at a camera store. Most local camera stores will check it out for you (Might have to pay a small fee, but locals are generally pretty nice) 

 

A used K5 + a 18-135 WR (Make sure it's a WR lens, that complete's the Pentax's legendary ruggedness) is probably a good starting point (i'd say sub 600).

Here's the obligatory video about Pentax's weather sealing.

[hak4fun]

If you're looking for a DSLR that can go through hell I'd recommend a Pentax + one of their weather sealed lenses.

As for cost don't worry about buying used. If you can find one on in the classifieds ask them to meet at a camera store. Most local camera stores will check it out for you (Might have to pay a small fee, but locals are generally pretty nice) 

 

A used K5 + a 18-135 WR (Make sure it's a WR lens, that complete's the Pentax's legendary ruggedness) is probably a good starting point (i'd say sub 600).

Here's the obligatory video about Pentax's weather sealing.

that might work...  does the k30 have the same weathersealing as the k5? I am looking at a used k30 for $200 and I can either use my k1000 manual lenses for it, or just buy some new or used ones.

[Dw136]

The K30 is weather sealed as well. The only issue is that the weather sealing is dependent of if your lens is also weather sealed. 

[bob345]

The sony a6000 is one of the best low cost compact interchangeable lens system out there.  http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Alpha-Interchangeable-Camera-16-50mm/dp/B00I8BICB2/ref=sr_1_1?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1433097388&sr=1-1&keywords=sony+a6000

[hak4fun]

The K30 is weather sealed as well. The only issue is that the weather sealing is dependent of if your lens is also weather sealed. 

Ah true. Well! I am going to do abit more research on the k30. Thanks for the help.