view finder camera
Dec 3, 2014 16:32:02 #
gradyorkaren
Loc: Colorado
I would like to have a view finder camera but the ones I've seen are very expensive. Any suggestions.
Dec 3, 2014 16:34:18 #
Alternative buying options are refurbished and used. I buy refurbished and have been very pleased with the equipment. Other members buy used and the comments have been very positive.
Top recommended sites for photo gear:
B&H Photo & Video here
Adorama here
Cameta Camera here
KEH Camera here
If you are located in the U.S, it is recommended to stay away from gray market items (non-USA items) as explained in this article by Nikon.
Hope this helps...
Top recommended sites for photo gear:
B&H Photo & Video here
Adorama here
Cameta Camera here
KEH Camera here
If you are located in the U.S, it is recommended to stay away from gray market items (non-USA items) as explained in this article by Nikon.
Hope this helps...
Dec 3, 2014 18:10:21 #
Dec 3, 2014 18:12:24 #
lighthouse
Loc: No Fixed Abode
gradyorkaren wrote:
I would like to have a view finder camera but the ones I've seen are very expensive. Any suggestions.
What ones have you looked at?
Define "very expensive."
What do you wish to photograph?
Dec 3, 2014 19:23:02 #
Nikon P7800 or Canon G17 both have electronic view finders, I'm sure there's more, those are the ones I know of. They run about $400.00 to $500.00. It's not easy to find view finders on lower priced point & shoot cameras.
Dec 3, 2014 19:30:59 #
RWR
Loc: La Mesa, CA
gradyorkaren wrote:
I would like to have a view finder camera but the ones I've seen are very expensive. Any suggestions.
A part time job?
Dec 3, 2014 21:33:51 #
I did some checking and found:
at B&H: Nikon P7800 refurbished $399, Nikon P7100 in 8+ condition (moderate wear) $200
at keh.com: Canon G15, ex+, $328, G16, LN-, $399, Nikon P7000, ex+ $165
I have both the P7800 and P7100 and love them both. Both have 28-200mm lenses, hot shoes, and 1/1.7 inch sensors. The P7800 has an f/2-4 lens and an electronic viewfinder (EVF). The P7100 has an f/2.8-5.6 lens and an optical viewfinder (OVF). I prefer the EVF because you see 100% of what the lens sees, and you get exposure and other information in the VF which you don't get with an OVF.
The G15 and G16 have 28-140mm lenses, a 1/1.7 inch sensor, a hot shoe, and an OVF.
at B&H: Nikon P7800 refurbished $399, Nikon P7100 in 8+ condition (moderate wear) $200
at keh.com: Canon G15, ex+, $328, G16, LN-, $399, Nikon P7000, ex+ $165
I have both the P7800 and P7100 and love them both. Both have 28-200mm lenses, hot shoes, and 1/1.7 inch sensors. The P7800 has an f/2-4 lens and an electronic viewfinder (EVF). The P7100 has an f/2.8-5.6 lens and an optical viewfinder (OVF). I prefer the EVF because you see 100% of what the lens sees, and you get exposure and other information in the VF which you don't get with an OVF.
The G15 and G16 have 28-140mm lenses, a 1/1.7 inch sensor, a hot shoe, and an OVF.
Dec 3, 2014 21:35:45 #
Check out the Sony DSC-H400. B&H has it for $248.00 including free expedited shipping. 63x optical zoom, electronic viewfinder, very good camera.
Dec 3, 2014 21:50:37 #
I assumed that you were referring to a compact camera with a viewfinder. If you are open to a bridge camera you should be able to get a good price on a used Nikon P510 or P520, Canon SX40 or SX50, or a similar Sony, Panasonic, or Fuji camera. Check keh.com. They are the best for used gear.
Dec 3, 2014 22:30:27 #
Are we talking view camera , rangefinder camera or any camera with a viewfinder as there are very few without.
Dec 3, 2014 23:26:53 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
The OP's original question is vague, and without more detail it's hard to be sure exactly what he has in mind. But I concur that he most likely is not looking for a view camera... but who knows.
Dec 4, 2014 01:52:47 #
mwsilvers wrote:
The OP's original question is vague, and without more detail it's hard to be sure exactly what he has in mind. But I concur that he most likely is not looking for a view camera... but who knows.
Let's not let that stop us, let's keep adding suggestions
Dec 4, 2014 05:46:53 #
the list includes bridge and dslrs. there a lot of used and refurbished for less than $300.00.
Dec 4, 2014 05:49:54 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
Just to be sure,
You want a camera with a view finder, not a View Camera, right?
You want a camera with a view finder, not a View Camera, right?
I wondered about that, too.
I came across the same problem when I decided to buy a Ferrari.
Dec 4, 2014 05:51:25 #
corryhully wrote:
Are we talking view camera , rangefinder camera or any camera with a viewfinder as there are very few without.
It doesn't matter, as long as we keep posting. Let's get this to five pages. :D
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