Reddit mentions of Canon PowerShot S110 12MP Digital Camera with 3-Inch LCD (Black)

technically, you can, it wont look like anything though. The lens is just as important as the sensor, if not more. You can get a pancake lens that will help with portability but that'll be another 200-400 on top of what you have already paid. I would either return your camera or sell it, it doesn't seem to be what you are looking for. The Canon S110 would probably suit your needs.

Only one I'd suggest Canon S110 $179 on amazon great camera, excellent image quality almost on par with cameras that cost $300+

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009B0MYSQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1425416775&sr=8-1&keywords=canon+s110&dpPl=1&dpID=41NexNoAvIL&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SX200_QL40

Canon S100 too expensive? Canon S95 it is then! And if not that one, the S90!

Although actually, the amazon prices on older cameras is not a really good way to look for older models, since they often revert to their original price point once they run out of stock. Try eBay (but look for a new camera)

Also apparently there are refurbisehd S110 cameras available for pretty cheap.

Option 1: Use your phone.

• Get one of these ($35) and one of these ($20) to cover your stabilization.
  
• Get one of these ($40) to keep yourself powered up.
  
• Grab two or so of these ($38 for two) to make sure you don't run out of space.
  
• And get something like this ($23) so your audio doesn't completely suck.
  
  Option 2: Buy a Canon S110
  
  
• Still get the $20 pistol grip for stabilization
  
• Still get some SD cards (this takes normal SD rather than micro SD so they should be cheaper. Make sure they're Class 10 for speed!)
  
• Probably still get some cheap microphone.
  
  Edit: There are cheaper versions of things like the travel battery (though I would still stick with this brand and get something smaller), the SD cards, etc. if you want to pinch more pennies.
  
  Edit 2: If you're worried about durability, see if you can find an Otterbox case for the phone as well.

The Canon S110 is going for $250 on Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-Digital-Camera-3-Inch/dp/B009B0MYSQ

It's one of the better full-auto(and I mean FULL auto)-point-and-shoots, something that you can use in the 'Auto' mode all day and it will make decent picture taking decisions automatically + capture better images thanks to the better-than-usual sensor. Minimum macro distance just over an inch. Well built, compact - a real take-anywhere camera.

... and once you're away from the workplace, it's a great all rounder that can be used by anyone, but output better images than smartphones.

If you looked at nearly all vloggers and most youtubers before a few years ago, almost everyone was shooting on shooting on flip-cameras or small cameras like this.

The reason you don't see as many people shooting only with cheap cameras is just because if you are going to spend dozens of hours every week creating videos it just makes sense to have gear that makes it easier. Especially if those videos are getting you a pay check. It's like saying you can build a house with just a hammer and hand saw. While technically true, if you were actually serious about building a house you'd save yourself a ton of time and trouble getting power tools and other equipment to do the job right.

Here's a video from Casey that he shot on his iphone. Recently Samsung has sponsored a bunch of youtubers who have made videos using only their phone. In the end it comes down to whether you can tell a good story or not.

Thank you very much for the detailed response. I was considering S110 or S120 which is compact and cheaper while it has the same sensor and image processor as the G15/G16 and has many of the features from G15/G16 however I saw online reviews mentioning "lens error" (which seems to be a common problem for S1XX line) among other problems which is why I am not considering it as an option. This might be a non-issue though?

>micro 4/3rds

Sony, Canon and Nikon are the only companies which have authorized stores and service centers in my area. So I will prefer these. Micro four thirds seem to be manufactured by Olympus and Panasonic only. I don't know how they are different from Nex 6.

From your suggestion, I think I should rule out G16 since it isn't pocket-able anyway, costs the same and doesn't offer anything better (or does it?) except for slightly better portability compared to Nex-6.

I've had a Canon s95 for two years now and it's an amazing camera. It has a shorter battery life that I was used to, but that was solved with a spare battery.

The new model s110 seems to be on the same line, it has auto mode, but also full manual control, plus all the in betweens, AV, TV...

Also, GPS, that you seem to like.

Here it is in Amazon.

This is one of the cameras Roman gave away to fan and one that he used to use. I own one and all i can say is that is a really reliable camera. I believe that it will be a good starter vlog camera. Link

I'll second the Sony RX100 suggestion. If that's out of your budget, here are some less expensive alternatives: the Sony DSC-HX9V or it's newer sibling the Sony DSC-HX50V. Also the Canon S100 or S110

I just ordered the Canon s110 to get around this problem. Amazon is blowing them out at a ridiculous price right now ($159.00)-

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-Digital-Camera-3-Inch/dp/B009B0MYSQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1417479923&sr=8-1&keywords=canon+s110


I'm extremely paranoid about falling and either damaging a lens or the camera mounting spot from the torque. It's to the point where I either ride so carefully the ride ends up being wasted anyway, or I scrap it and hike in. The s110 shoots RAW and has a 5x optical zoom, so I'm hoping that will hold me for most shots.

For what it's worth, you can get the S110 on Amazon for $249 US.

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-Digital-Camera-3-Inch/dp/B009B0MYSQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1415236466&sr=8-1&keywords=canon+s110

The S90 is a great camera, and the S110 builds on that. If you aren't looking to jump into an SLR or an expensive mirrorless camera, simply upgrading your S90 to an S110 might yield results that make you happy.

It depends on what you're looking for, though. If you want to drop some more money and get something that's a bit less "point and shoot" and a bit more "control over the end product" then something like the Fuji X100S might scratch your itch.

https://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-Digital-Camera-3-Inch/dp/B009B0MYSQ

What kind of DSLR should you buy? A used one. Don't be too precious about brand names. For the first year, you're not going to know much about what you're doing, you're just going to be figuring it all out (well, I shouldn't speak for you...but that's what it was like for me. I'm a sloooooooow learner. ;) I'm a Canon shooter, and I've had good luck with them. You can get a used Canon t2i to get you started. Photography is less about the gear. It's more about the person behind the camera. Start simple. Save your money. Then, later, when you genuinely know what kind of shooter you are, what features you need...then blow a big wad of cash. I started simple and was glad I did.

If you want something smaller than a DSLR that travels well, consider the Sony NEX line, or other good small cameras that are all manual include the Canon s110 which will help you learn about about getting your camera into manual mode, which is where you can make better pictures. It's super small, and I carry it on my belt so that I have a wide angle camera with me even when I'm shooting on my DSLR with a zoom lens.

Keep in mind, there are plenty of great used DSLRs out there that will get you started. Here's a tutorial about buying a DSLR for less than a hundred dollars. Good luck, and happy learning! :)

Canon S110. It fits exactly what you require. I have the S100 (older model), and it's a beast.

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-Digital-Camera-3-Inch/dp/B009B0MYSQ

If you can find another $150, the Canon S120 sells for $450.

I have owned the Canon S90 (most recently replaced by S120), Sony RX100, and Ricoh GR. My personal favorite is the Ricoh GR due to its large sensor and superior all-around performance. However, my recommendation would go to the Sony RX100 since the Ricoh GR has a fixed lens (28mm equiv). If price is more of an issue, the Canon S110 is a great pocket camera and going for only $250 now, which is half the price of the RX100.

This is one that I really like!

This is an updated version of the camera I used to have that was rockin'. There's probably an even better version, but I didn't do any research. :)

The G10 was a good choice in 2008. It's a little bulkier than other point and shoots because it has an optical viewfinder.

Here's a writeup

I looked around Amazon, it appears there are Canon Powershot S110 cameras there for around US$210-230. It's comparable to the G10, lacks the optical viewfinder, and it is smaller. They have the same size sensor. And the S110 is from 2012, so it is 4 years newer.

I would pick the S110 over the G10.

Here's a writeup