Comments on: Tech Toy Review: Best Camera for Solo Travelers in 2010

By: Christine Ka'aloa

Christine Ka'aloa — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 02:39:54 +0000

@Sam: Yes. Very different. This is a point-n-shoot pocket camera vs. DSLR. Different cameras for different jobs. I’ve gotten to taking both cameras when I travel, though- this and the DSLR. This is when I get out with friends or when I want a simple pocket sized camera to take around for catching me at sites, for fun, etc… Much of the settings are automatic/presets. If you want a DSLR for quality/artistic type photos, there’s no avoiding getting an actual DSLR (from that range, you can find less intense ones to start with). Good luck. =)

By: Sam

Sam — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:33:28 +0000

Is it much different than a DSLR? Would I be disastified? I am a beginner and looking to upgrade to a DSLR, but concern about the size of it.

By: Christine Ka'aloa

Christine Ka'aloa — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 08:58:01 +0000

Well, the new Samsung 550 or 600 is recently out and it’s even better, but only by a slight. I’m still going strong with that camera. I still love it– it can do very little wrong. That dual shot is the BEST thing out there. Maybe after you buy that camera, your girl might want that instead…

By: Hapiday

Hapiday — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 17:24:47 +0000

Hi Christine,
Just wanna let you know that I’ve been considering to get the Samsung ST500 camera ever since it was launched but didn’t… because I still have a perfectly good Lumix. However, after reading your review of it, I’m CONVINCED that I gotta own one! Other than for solo trips, I can finally have more photos taken together with my kids instead of depending on strangers’ help. Thank you! (My girl wanna thank you too because she will get my Lumix!^_^ )
Cheers! & God bless u!

By: Christine Ka'aloa

Christine Ka'aloa — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 20:02:42 +0000

@Russell: Yes, I’ve heard about the upgrade. It sounds pretty nice. It’s incrementally better but man, those increments are pretty sweet.

By: Russel Jackson

Russel Jackson — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 01:17:49 +0000

Totally agree! bought this camera a couple of months ago and love it. It goes everywhere with me now. Has a lot of functions I don’t use but they’re cool nonetheless. This camera is coming out with an upgrade soon.

By: My Travel Camera Gear | SoloFriendly.com

My Travel Camera Gear | SoloFriendly.com — Sun, 30 May 2010 18:25:35 +0000

[...] and carry with me easily. I’ve been a Nikon loyalist for the past decade, but after reading this great review by Christine Ka’aloa at Grrrltraveler on her new Samsung Dualview camera, I took a closer [...]

By: Christine Ka'aloa

Christine Ka'aloa — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 09:44:33 +0000

@ Laura can’t believe you’ve already seen commercials for it.
@ Laura & Jeannie- It’s kinda crazy. Being here in Korea, I’ve seen some pretty insane stuff that I’d like to write about. The technology here is incredibly advanced & i’ll have to get used to it. Anywhere from using Powerpoint or computer counsels to teach classes, having electronic door keys for my apartment, etc… Unfortunately, I have to eventually pick up my DSLR but its been hard…. this tiny baby packs everything in it aside from a good DSLR lens and manual convenience. Right now my schedule is pretty hectic & am coping w/ some changes… will write some fun things a little later.

By: Nomadic Chick

Nomadic Chick — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 19:47:44 +0000

Dammit woman, i wish we’d known each other before I bought my camera. I’m using a Canon SD1200. That dual screen sounds sweet.

Hope Korea is fab thus far!

By: Laura Cancun

Laura Cancun — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:41:29 +0000

I’ve seen commercials for this!! I’m already pretty dedicated to my pretty white Canon, but this made me think twice. That smile detection is TOO MUCH! Love it!

Question: Are you in Korea already???