Tracy and I took a day trip to the Finger Lakes last Saturday. It was a three-day weekend here in the States, so heading to Watkins Glen wasn’t probably the best idea ever, but I have a new camera and a new pair of hiking shoes that I wanted to test out. It was crowded, but we had a good time. We parked at the top of the gorge, walked to the bottom and then hiked up to the top.
When we were in Scotland, I saw a tiny Sony compact camera with a 200mm zoom lens. I was intrigued. I loved my Sony which “died” several years ago. The Panasonic that replaced it has never been a favorite. After doing a lot of research, I went to the local camera shop to see what they had to say. They had nothing but great things to say about the new Sony, and let me play with it for awhile. The next day I took my Panasonic and my mirrorless camera (which I never quite mastered) and traded them to help offset the cost of the Sony. The Sony is really tiny, but I have small hands, and the controls are familiar to me and easy to use. I’m already a fan, and never again will I be hauling a big camera around when we’re traveling. Here are some photos from our hike, and a close-up from a winery we visited after lunch. It will take some more experimenting, but I’m happy with the first run.
Looking down at the glen from the top of the gorge.
So I’m quite happy with the camera, and also with the new hikers.
It was the first time I’d worn them and I had no discomfort whatsoever. With two bunions and other feet problems, they are definitely keepers! I like the looks of them, and they’re water resistant which was another requirement.
We’re having wonderful weather this weekend, after four straight days of rain. My brother is here for a long overdue visit. Dane, Matt, and Tracy golfed today, and we had a lovely dinner at a favorite restaurant downtown on a patio overlooking the river. Tomorrow we’re off to a favorite Mexican restaurant for lunch, a visit to a winery, and then dinner here with Matt and his family.
Lovely pictures. Thanks for sharing them.
Looks like you are mastering the new camera ever so quickly. Now I’m intrigued to go have a look at this camera … Christmas is coming (lol). Fabulous photos.
Great photos, Karen – I’d say you’ve conquered the learning curve and hope you had fun trying it out at another winery.
You have a great “photo” eye! What model is the Sony camera? I have a large Canon bought at Costco four years ago and rarely used. My iPhone takes better ones I think. Your hike looks wonderful. Today we returned from Canada two days early because on the 4th day of our trip smoke and clouds totally wiped out the views around Banff. Jasper accepted our cancellation because the fire was nearby.
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