I’m doing quite a bit of trail running, so I am looking for a compact camera to take with me.
I don’t take my phone, and I don’t have time to stop.
I just want something I can quickly pull out, and take a snap.

I have a Lumix LX3, but it’s too bulky to take.

Any suggestions?

Cheers.

I would’ve suggested the LX3…

If you don’t have time to stop, the pics will be all blurry

Fuji XP60, cheap, water & drop proof, fast boot-up. Zoom’s a bit poor, but otherwise I love mine. For better piccies I’d probably go for a Lumix FT5 next time, but then it’s 2.5 times the price.

I use a Lumix FT20. Its pretty small/lightweight, and waterproof. Very handy to carry in the waist pocket on my rucksack. Or in a belt bag, or pocket.
Doesn’t take long to take out and switch on for a quick photo.

There’s now a newer version, the FT25, I think its very similar. Or the FT5 has built in GPS etc, though its a bit bigger, and much more expensive.

Wow, what an incredibly specific request. A camera that can be used while running?

I have to ask, what do you come across while running that is;
a) so amazing you need a picture of it?
b) not worth standing still for 125th of a second for?

Lol at sharkattack 😆

As always, I’m happy to recommend what I have – a waterproof Nikon compact – not very versatile but won’t matter if you drop it / it rains / you sweat a lot.

Nikon AW110

I have tried a GoPro on a chest strap while running. Usually set in timelapse mode, one photo every 5 seconds. Stills from this are not great, often rather blurry. Plus you get your hands appearing.
Though you can make it into an entertaining video, sped up about 50 times.

you can make it into an entertaining video

Sounds it! 😆

I do a lot of Mountain trail running (just done an 84km last weekend in HK) and some of the views are amazing.
I would stop to take a pic, but not waiting for my iphone to get ready.
Just point and click would be my preferred option.