During a recent trip to Sandakan, on the east coast of Sabah Borneo, I had the opportunity to visit one of the busiest markets in a town called the Sandakan Market or Pasar Sandakan. Here, most of the townspeople come to buy fresh foods and supplies.
The market is located by the sea, so fresh seafood is one of the highlights here. In this article, you will see various pictures relating to the busy lifestyle of the market traders, some even showcasing the fresh seafood for sale.
The market is located by the sea, so fresh seafood is one of the highlights here. In this article, you will see various pictures relating to the busy lifestyle of the market traders, some even showcasing the fresh seafood for sale.
Lumix GF1 Camera Review Malaysia
Slipper Lobsters at Sandakan Market
I found the Panasonic Lumix GF1 easy to handle as I am a DSLR user, and the functions were quite simple. The specifications are also similar to the standard DSLR Cameras out on the market, but it is much smaller and lighter to use in this case.
I think female photographers would fancy this as it is not bulky and heavy. Overall, the camera can easily fit into a normal-sized handbag or knapsack without issues.
The start-up is quick when you want instant shots, and walking around the Sandakan market with this camera posed no intrusion with the traders compared to another day when I went there with my huge chunky DSLR camera; some of them thought I was a reporter covering a story and were reluctant to even look at me.
Below are a series of random shots taken with the Lumix GF1 on a typical day at the market. Please click on the pictures to see the full size.
I think female photographers would fancy this as it is not bulky and heavy. Overall, the camera can easily fit into a normal-sized handbag or knapsack without issues.
The start-up is quick when you want instant shots, and walking around the Sandakan market with this camera posed no intrusion with the traders compared to another day when I went there with my huge chunky DSLR camera; some of them thought I was a reporter covering a story and were reluctant to even look at me.
Below are a series of random shots taken with the Lumix GF1 on a typical day at the market. Please click on the pictures to see the full size.
Trader posing with his fresh lobster
An uncommon 'goldfish
In the meat section, check out the size of the chickens.
Parrot Fish in Green-Turquoise
Puffer Fish the size of a shoebox
Red Groupers and Ikan Merah (Red Fish)
Trader washing his hands
Sharks on sale
A trader holding up an Octopus for sale
Sting Ray pieces for sale - 4 species available here
Sting Ray Skin
Stingray Tails - They are sold too
Trader showing his stingray stock
1st floor of the Sandakan Market, dry area
Lumix GF1 Specifications;
- Extended H.D. Movie Recording with S.L.R. Quality
- A Peripheral Defocus Mode Gives You the Soft Focus of an Interchangeable Lens
- Full-time Live View: See How the Image Will Turn Out Before You Shoot
- iA Mode Helps Prevent Shooting Mistakes in a Variety of Situations
- Ultra-Portable Pancake Lens: LUMIX G 20mm/F1.7 ASPH.
- LEICA DG MACRO-ELMARIT 45mm/F2.8 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.
- Versatile Functions and Superb Images. Uncompromising Performance in the World's Smallest, Lightest System Camera
- A Built-In Flash in a Stylish Body
- H.D. Photos and H.D. Movies with VIERA Link Networking
- Easy H.D. Image Viewing with the SD Card Slot
Digiscoping with Panasonic Lumix Camera
Photo by manchesterbirding.com
Another interesting point is that women who want to get into Bird Watching can opt for this unit, as you can easily add a DigiScoping team. All because of the interchangeable lenses, you can purchase a Digiscope and fit it onto the body of your Lumix GF1 to get more zoom.
DSLR units for Digiscoping can cost you a whopping RM15-20k, so if you are a beginner or just starting Birdwatching, this set-up would only cost you around RM3-5k without having to mortgage your house.
DSLR units for Digiscoping can cost you a whopping RM15-20k, so if you are a beginner or just starting Birdwatching, this set-up would only cost you around RM3-5k without having to mortgage your house.
Conclusion
Overall, I would recommend the Lumix GF1 to those who prefer something light and small but with the specifications of a DSLR Camera. I think women would find this camera sexy yet powerful and easy to handle due to its size.
The battery life was pretty decent as one on a full charge; I took over 500 pictures throughout the day and still had some juice left when I got back to the hotel.
One thing that impressed me was the click sound produced when you took a picture; it did not feel like the little compact camera sounds. Bottom line - Great for daily and hobby use, the Panasonic Lumix GF1 is very friendly and easy to use.
The battery life was pretty decent as one on a full charge; I took over 500 pictures throughout the day and still had some juice left when I got back to the hotel.
One thing that impressed me was the click sound produced when you took a picture; it did not feel like the little compact camera sounds. Bottom line - Great for daily and hobby use, the Panasonic Lumix GF1 is very friendly and easy to use.