I'm not a cow to want to lug around my 1.356 kg heavy camera all day like a bell; so the idea arose to at least look for a compact but still "good" camera for day trips without a focus on photography.

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The R2 24226 from Bex to Grandson, led by an SBB RABe 512, is leaving Roche VD station.

After the test shots in Roche VD, I drove to Lake Geneva and unpacked my large heavy camera, because as long as it still works, I am reluctant to do without this reliable camera (especially for photo

Switzerland / Electric multiple units / RABe 512

I'm not a cow to want to lug around my 1.356 kg heavy camera all day like a bell; so the idea arose to at least look for a compact but still "good" camera for day trips without a focus on photography. For a few test shots, I chose the Roche VD station, which was recently renovated but still shows itself quite photogenic with shelters and a renovated chalet-style station building.
This test image shows the R2 train 24226 from Bex to Grandson arriving from Aigle in backlight.

September 2, 2026

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The NMBS 1351 on route to the service depot in the port of Antwerp.

In rather unfavorable lighting, the 193 057 rented by SBB passes through Roche VD station with a freight train; on the left, the restored waiting shelter and on the right, somewhat obscured by modern

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The R2 24226 from Bex to Grandson, led by an SBB RABe 512, is leaving Roche VD station. September 2, 2026 
Stefan Wohlfahrt

Switzerland / Electric multiple units / RABe 512

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During a heavy rain shower, an SBB RABe 512 as R2 to Grandson arrives at Vevey station. August 17, 2026 
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Switzerland / Electric multiple units / RABe 512

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From the direction of Lancy Pont Rouge, an SBB RABe 512 is on its way to Genève and could be photographed shortly before arriving at St-Jean. July 23, 2026 
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Switzerland / Electric multiple units / RABe 512

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A six-car SBB RABe 512 is operating as RE33 at Denges-Echandens on its way to Annemasse. April 26, 2026 
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Switzerland / Electric multiple units / RABe 512

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