My Pocket Camera Adventure

Taking advantage of the revolution in compact, non-DSLR cameras

By Bill Hatcher

Published June 18, 2013
Updated August 19, 2016

There's a revolution happening right now in the world of quality pocket digital cameras, and I'm digging it.

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Bill Hatcher is a documentary photographer who shoots stories for National Geographic, Smithsonian and many other publications. He believes the best adventure photos are made when you’re an active participant in the story you’re shooting. Bill has been chasing stories about adventure sports,science and conservation around the world for nearly 30 years. His favorite mode of transport is by foot, bike, rope, packraft or skis.

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