I have a really bad habit. I frequently go outside to play with my kids and while I’m there I snap away many photos of them. Immediately, a click or two later, I’m cropping, filtering, hashtagging and uploading to social media. This is during that time I should be interacting with them, engaging in the play.
The cell phone changes the dynamic of us playing outdoors. I didn’t notice it at first, but as soon as I whipped out that cell phone, my kids would immediately become disengaged in the activity that they were playing in. They would come see what I had up on the screen or if they could have a turn to take a few photos too.
The reason we are outside has absolutely nothing to do with the phone. In fact, it’s probably the exact opposite. I go outside to escape the reality of my incredibly connected world. I am seeking nature – and the peace that lives there. I want to teach my kids that it’s okay to disconnect.
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This year, I’m taking back my outdoor time. I am leaving my cell phone at home. Although I won’t be able to upload my photos on the spot I feel like the trade-off is well worth it.
So, I have a new plan instead of taking my cell phone, I’m now taking my new Fujifilm XP80 camera. This camera allows you to sync wirelessly over Wi-Fi as soon as you walk right back in the door so even though I won’t be able to optimize on-the-fly, I’ll still be able to share my photos quickly. Not to mention, that’s it’s built rough & tough so any adventure I throw at it – snow, water, dirty or cold – you know it’s going to rock it out.
This camera is is also light (even fits on the selfie stick & in pocket), versatile enough to take the cold Alberta winter, and waterproof enough to survive all of our ventures on land. That’s a whole lot of camera in a little bit of a package. My kids love it too, it is easy enough for a little hands to figure out, but durable enough to take the inevitable falls to the floor.
Other Amazing Features:
-28mm Wide Angle, 5x Optical Zoom and 10x Intelligent Digital Zoom
-High-Resolution, 16MP BSI-CMOS Sensor and Optical Image Stabilization
-Full HD Movie (1080p / 60 fps)
-“Burst Mode Button” for Responsive, Hassle-Free Shooting
Read all of them here.
The learning curve is I’m still figuring out all the various modes and white balance that goes along with it to what is best to each shooting condition. The battery is a chargeable and it seems to have good life, although you have to open the waterproof flap to charge – it’s best to do this out of reach of small hands. I worry about damaging the ports. So far, they’ve proved to be as versatile as the camera itself.
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a passionate recreation coordinator by day, crazy farm mama of two by night. i live outdoors: growing my own food, camping and hiking with my border collie with two active kids in tow. when I’m not writing, I’m experimenting with recipes, and crafts – or anything else that might keep the monkeys entertained.
Would use it while camping with my 2 year old.
I would take it to the beach with the kids 😀
Knowing us we would be using it in the living room taking pictures of the cat! 🙂
I’d use it for x-country ski trips where I hate bringing my large SLR camera.
Like you, I also need to get better at not taking a thousand photos on my phone and spending an outing distracted rather than present with my family or friends.
This sounds awesome! Having it link via wi-fi. So easy! I would take pictures of my children. ?
I would use it to increase the number of pictures of my cute grandchildren, indoors and out.
I would take it on our family vacation to Jamaica
I would use it at Riverdale farm, the closest thing we get to Farms and wide open spaces here in the city.
I would use it to take some pics of my neighbourhood landscapes
I love this idea, and have the same problem!!!
I would probably use this camera while out walking on the frozen lake near out house.
This would be super for my girls and I on our geocaching outings!
I would use the camera to take pictures of my boyfriend and his daughter playing outdoors! They love being outside in the snow!
Sounds like a great camera! Even if I don’t win I just might have to look this up. But winning would be more fun 🙂
We would use it everywhere. The park, the beach, at home, everywhere in between.
Id probably take it to Toronto since I’m there alot right now and get some shots of the CN tower at sunset or my exercise program.
take shots when its raining outside
I would use it to take pictures on our next road trip.
Would take it with me during the March Break to take plenty of family pictures while on vacation.
I would use it when we go on vacation this spring to Cuba and again in the fall when we go away for our 10 year anniversary. I would also use it for all our outdoor adventures like sledding with the kids, ice skating, swimming. Thank you so much for the chance
I would use it to take photos at my mother’s 98th birthday,
I’m going on a quick vacation to Las Vegas this spring so I’d take some pics of my friends and I on our adventures.
I would take pictures at the park, or outside landsacapes, and of my niece
I would love to use it at the park with my little one. thanks for the chance to win
I would love to use this on my next road trip!
My daughter is expecting her little one in March! That would be the perfect time for all the newborn pic’s!
Would love to take the camera out on my travels.
I would take pictures of my granddaughter Mia snowboarding
I have an upcoming vacation, this would be great to take with me.
I would take pictures of my little dog playing in the snow
I would probably use this first when I am taking pictures of my paintings.
I would use it during our upcoming trip to Mexico
id be taking it outside to take pics of my son
I would use this to take pictures of my kids
I would use it to take pictures of Sophie and JJ playing.
I would use it to take photos if my garden.
I would use it to take pictures of my boy and my furbabies.
I’d take this to the amusement park. Or maybe even the grocery store to capture the craziness my kids get into there!
I will use the camera at our next family get together
I would use it at home right away. The husband, kids, dog, and cat are all fair game!
I soooo need a new camera and you have an excellent point – I often am using my cell to try to capture the moment and end up taking 50 or so pictures. 😛
i would use it in our home first..love photography!
I would probably use it first outside taking photos of the wild life in my back yard
I would use it on our daily walk!
We would use it on our day trips and picnics.
I’d take this on a winter hike! It’s our favourite weekend activity
I would use it at my sons upcoming 7th birthday party first!
Id use it during march break on our trip to the Dominican
to the beach
On our family vacation to the bahamas in february.
I’d use it for my son’s 3rd birthday party!
I would use it first when we go for our weekly walk along the lake!
I would take it first to my sons playroom and start snapping pics of him. Then I would drag him outside (he does not like winter) and get some more at the park.
I would take it on a vacation to Jamaica!
i would use it everywhere I go. Walking in the park and adventures with the grandkids.
I would use it outdoors when the grandchildren are sledding.
I would use it at the beach.
my son has a bodybuilding competition coming up, id like to get lots of pictures, especially with the trophy!
this camera would be awesome for our many camping adventures
I would use it for everything.
Would love a new camera
I would use on vacation this summer with my wife.
My grandson would claim it and take pictures of our cats and his kitten.
I would use it to take a picture of the whole family as they grow up so quick and memories are so nice.
taking pictures while bush trail walking or snow shoeing
I would use it on one of my hikes to see the waterfalls
It’s small enough to take anywhere
i would give it to my nephew. he’s 12. never to young to start taking pictures.
I would use it at the park.
I would use it to take pictures of the beautiful ourdoors. I so love flowers.
I would use it to take pics of our kids 🙂
I want to try the Fujifilm XP80 in the pool for underwater photos.
Take pictures of my new grandchild.
I would use this camera first by taking pictures of my new born great-niece!
Sounds like I could use it almost anywhere, but the truth is , my daughter would probably use it more than me! She loves taking pictures.
Outdoors to capture nature.
I would use it to take pictures of my kids. They grow so fast!
I would use it outside to take some nature pictures.
my daughter has a gymnastics competition coming up. I’d use it to capture her awesome skills
I would prob bring it to the park and take pics of my son
I would use it for my trip North next week, get some snowy vistas!
take pictures of my new 3 week old great niece
I love FujiFilm!!!
I would use it everywhere!
I’d use this camera at my job! My job requires me to take pictures of pets so their owners can see how they are doing while I pet sit them!
No doubt at home taking pics of the kids while they make funny faces. This would be great for taking photos of their active moments!
I would use it when I take my grandchidren places
At the dog park.
At a local rose garden. Thank you!
I would use it everywhere to take pics of my kids
Diabolical batman, I would use to shoot my art project in the outdoor & in the water. WOW. Pick me, pick me! Your next winner!!! Show me the money!!! It would be a dream come true and means more to me than anyone else to win. Starving artist here desperately needs the camera to work and eat. Winner, winnner. Chicken dinner. A life changing experience. Top of my bucket list. Thank you for the awesomeness, the contest, and generosity. Dear Santa: I’ve been nice. My X-Mas wish this year is to win this contest.
I’d probably take some cat photos first. They’re photogenic little blighters.
We are going to visit our families far away in a few months, I’d love to get a great pictures out of that trip.
It would be great to win a Fujifilm Finepix XP80 camera.
In response to your question of
Where would you use this camera first?
I would take this camera to the beach.
Thank you for having this giveaway.
It would be great to win a Fujifilm Finepix XP80 camera.
I would take this camera on vacations.
Thanks for having this giveaway.
I will use this camera with my friends when going to galaxy land in Edmonton 😀
I would use it at the beach
at a birthday party
I would first use it at home on my family and cats.
I would use it to take pictures of downtown Toronto.
I would use it on our summer vacation
I would use this during our trips to the park and on the trails we like to hike.
would definitely take it with me and the wife to the dominican in april 🙂
I would take it with me when I walk the dogs .
Out on a road trip and scavenger hunt
I use it to take pictures of my children.
I would use it to take pictures of my grandkids.
I would take it to the gardens at Biltmore Estate
I’d probably use it outside when I’m taking pictures of sunsets, landscapes, things in my backyard…
My daughter would love this!
would use it on our next hike
I would take it with me to the beach or fishing with my kids. Would be great to take down south as well while snorkeling.
Thanks for the opportunity to win.
i WOULD USE IT ON MY WALKS ALONG THE TRAILS WAITING FOR SIGNS OF SPRING
Unique scenes I come across in my home city
At home 🙂 I don’t take enough pictures and my kids are now teens 🙁