What is a good camera for backpacking?

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Skillet007

Hey all, I do a lot of backpacking, kayaking, bicycling, etc. I was wondering what a good all around camera would be. I don't care if it is a point and shoot or something more professional. I just want some feedback!

Answer
Depends on the trip but I have a Nikon N65 35mm but when the trail gets rough or if theres water in the equation- storms, kayaking, fishing etc or if I`m rock climbing I go to my Olympus 770SW. Its lightweight takes great pics and is waterproof upto 33ft, freeze proof to 14*F, crush proof to 160 or 180 lbs can easily take a 6 foot drop on a hard surface. Its small enough to fit a shirt breast pocket but isnt difficult to find the buttons. They replaced the 770sw (which is 7.1 mega pixels) with the slightly more bulkier 1030SW (10.1 mega pixels, Crush proof to 220lbs)

I am looking for a good helmet cam any suggestions?

Pablo's Ta

Just for some kayaking and mountain biking, just want to see what everyone suggests. Thanks.
I want one that will be water proof, but will also take high quality video.

Answer
There are two cameras I would suggest. The GoPro and the ContourHD. The GoPro comes with a waterproof case, for the ContourHD, it is an additional $30.

I rent out the ContourHD for skiing, snowboarding, cycling, etc. You can see more details on the ContourHD with sample videos including a rafting Video, here:

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