Camera's and bikes - A good combination
Oh how I love this topic. I'm at best an enthusiast photographer, but I like to take pictures, especially when riding and exploring. For me which camera depends on the ride and the purpose.
For adventuring, tours, and general exploring I take my DSLR. I like to try new routes, hike, push, explore, rest, etc. I'm shooting an Olympus E420 w/25mm pancake lens. I've got a nice pack for it and depending on which bike I ride, it's either in a case on my Wingnut back or in my Lowe camera pack. This isn't very convenient for on the fly photos. I've ridden with Mikesee and that guy can take his P & S out faster than a cowboy in an old west pistol fight.
For anything else where stopping isn't part of the plan, I take my point and shoot. They are lighter and give me more options for carrying.
FWIW, I've wrecked two P & S cameras in 2008 either in crashes or by dropping them. Dooh! Be aware that always taking your camera with you can result in needing to spend more money.
Check my blog(s) and click on E420 in the right side links to see my reviews and why I chose a DSLR.
www.gnatlikesbikes.wordpress.com
www.gnatlikespictures.wordpress.com
Gnat