Looking for another bridge camera: I’m looking for a bridge camera to replace my Canon SX60, something that will not break the bank, say around $600-700+-. What I am really interested...

jaymatt Loc: Alexandria, Indiana

I’m looking for a bridge camera to replace my Canon SX60, something that will not break the bank, say around $600-700+-. What I am really interested in is the noise factor because all my SX60 images are grainy, even down at 100 ISO. Do any of you have experience with what I am looking for and have suggestions that might be useful to me? I have read the reviews, but none of them mention noise or grain.

letmedance Loc: Walnut, Ca.

jaymatt wrote:

I’m looking for a bridge camera to replace my Canon SX60, something that will not break the bank, say around $600-700+-. What I am really interested in is the noise factor because all my SX60 images are grainy, even down at 100 ISO. Do any of you have experience with what I am looking for and have suggestions that might be useful to me? I have read the reviews, but none of them mention noise or grain.

Panasonic Lumix bridge cameras with Leica approved lenses are excellent. I see little noise in my photos but all bridge cameras have small sensors, usually 1/2.3 size and small sensors are more noisy.

lmTrying Loc: WV Northern Panhandle

I like my Canon XS710HS.
It's what I use when I go to scale model contests. I can get the lens as close as 1/2", the depth of field is fantastic, and the image is sharp. If you want example photos let me know.

tramsey Loc: Texas

Panasonic Lumix DMC FX1000 a little long in the tooth but it has a good lens, a long zoom and a one inch sensor - great camera

srodday Loc: Mass

If your shoot raw, try Topaz denoise AI. Works on jpg too but not as well. You should be able to download a trial. Might buy enough time while you figure out what you really need.

Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)

jaymatt wrote:

I’m looking for a bridge camera to replace my Canon SX60, something that will not break the bank, say around $600-700+-. What I am really interested in is the noise factor because all my SX60 images are grainy, even down at 100 ISO. Do any of you have experience with what I am looking for and have suggestions that might be useful to me? I have read the reviews, but none of them mention noise or grain.

If you intend to print your images, then I'd pass on a bridge camera. If most of your images are shared on social media, a solid 1" sensor camera (not smaller) is an excellent choice. I shoot full frame Nikon, but for a bridge camera I use a Sony RX10M4. Earlier models are available for less, as are the RX100 which is a pocketable point and shoot using the same sensor, and a little cheaper.

jaymatt Loc: Alexandria, Indiana

srodday wrote:

If your shoot raw, try Topaz denoise AI. Works on jpg too but not as well. You should be able to download a trial. Might buy enough time while you figure out what you really need.

Thanks--already have it and use it extensively.

rcarol

letmedance wrote:

Panasonic Lumix bridge cameras with Leica approved lenses are excellent. I see little noise in my photos but all bridge cameras have small sensors, usually 1/2.3 size and small sensors are more noisy.

The Lumix FS-1000 is available for about $600 used. It has a 1" sensor.

dpfoto Loc: Cape Coral, FL

I have a Leica V-LUX (typ 114), that I bought on ebay (pre owned) for a little over $700. I no longer carry my heavy Nikons anymore, except for my pro work.
I know it is made by Panasonic, and has a Leica lens. It is TACK SHARP! You might want to check around for one of these. It's the best bridge camera I've ever owned!

I see a couple listed on ebay now.

RKL349 Loc: Connecticut

jaymatt wrote:

I’m looking for a bridge camera to replace my Canon SX60, something that will not break the bank, say around $600-700+-. What I am really interested in is the noise factor because all my SX60 images are grainy, even down at 100 ISO. Do any of you have experience with what I am looking for and have suggestions that might be useful to me? I have read the reviews, but none of them mention noise or grain.

I suggest the Panasonic ZS100. Brand new, right now less than $400 at Adorama. 1 inch sensor. Takes very sharp photos. I used one for travel when space is very limited.

Bayou

If you're shooting jpeg only, it could be that the Canon's processor is not using enough default noise reduction when it does its thing. It may be adjustable in the settings. Or could be dealt with in post processing. The tiny sensor is certainly a limiting factor.

47greyfox Loc: on the edge of the Colorado front range

If wanting to stay with something that’s Canon and familiar, the 1” sensor Canon G3x is available used through eBay, KEH and MPB. Also, occasionally Canon’s refurb site. Ditto for the EVF. Figure on spending about $625 for the camera and EVF. The Sony RX10 iv is considered by many as the “gold standard” but it’s not light or small and will set up back more than $1200, used. I went from a SX60 HS to the G3x (bought from MPB) and even though the reach isn’t as far as the former, I’ve been quite pleased with it. It’s 24-600mm equivalent.

Mileagemaker Loc: Jackson NJ

I have a Canon SX60. It is not my main camera. I use it only on jpeg since it is too slow using raw on burst. It is also too light and unsteady when shooting a zoom of 600 plus without a tripod. Other than that it is a great bridge camera for the price. I have no problems with grainy pictures even printed to 11x14. I do post process. With a tripod I can extend the telephoto to 1000 optical and get great pictures.

letmedance Loc: Walnut, Ca.

Mileagemaker wrote:

I have a Canon SX60. It is not my main camera. I use it only on jpeg since it is too slow using raw on burst. It is also too light and unsteady when shooting a zoom of 600 plus without a tripod. Other than that it is a great bridge camera for the price. I have no problems with grainy pictures even printed to 11x14. I do post process. With a tripod I can extend the telephoto to 1000 optical and get great pictures.

I have a Lumix dmc fz70 that i shoot at 1200 mm handheld and the shake is not a problem as the VR works great.

dougbev3 Loc: Pueblo, Colorado

I just picked up a Sony DSC-HX99 from KEH it is a great little camera. You might want to check it all out, lots of features.