SX50HS for South Africa?
Oct 25, 2012 11:30:29 #
PhotoRichard wrote:
I'm looking for some advice . . . I'll be going to... (show quote)
Are you kidding? This kind of opportunity begs to use the best photography equipment you have. Yes, I know that lugging a lot of equipment around can be a pain but this is exactly the type of opportunity that I'd want my best along for the ride. If you are seriously thinking about taking that SX whatever instead of a Canon DSLR with L series glass then I think you should sell all your stuff and just settle with the SX whatever camera.
Oct 25, 2012 11:46:01 #
I was in Africa last February, and found that a bean bag was wonderful for stability, especially for telephoto shots. You can carry it empty for weight considerations, and fill it with beans when you get there.
Oct 25, 2012 11:57:05 #
Carolina Wings wrote:
Thank you...I hope I've helped...I personally think the SX40 is one of the best bridge cameras out there!
PhotoRichard wrote:
Thank-you. Just awesome!
Thank you...I hope I've helped...I personally think the SX40 is one of the best bridge cameras out there!
:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: Quite a few of us feel the same!!
Oct 25, 2012 12:10:06 #
I used to own the 7D which is a wonderful camera. I tried out the SX 50 and if your aim is to take "snap shots" it should work well. If you are taking professional shots I would not waste my time.
The reason that Canon achieves 24-1200 is because of the tiny sensor size. You won't be able to blow up the shot beyond about 16 inches. I was very impressed with some shots I took and when I enlarged them, the pixels showed up.
Since I used to live in South Africa, I know it well, I personally would take my A77, 16-105 lens and a 70-300mm lens from Tamron which I will do when I visit again soon hopefully. I owned one of those for the Canon and it was superior. However, Canon's 70-300mm is light and it would suit the purpose. There is no reason to take the 40mm lens in my opinion. The scenes in the Cape are some of the best in the world. Enjoy
The reason that Canon achieves 24-1200 is because of the tiny sensor size. You won't be able to blow up the shot beyond about 16 inches. I was very impressed with some shots I took and when I enlarged them, the pixels showed up.
Since I used to live in South Africa, I know it well, I personally would take my A77, 16-105 lens and a 70-300mm lens from Tamron which I will do when I visit again soon hopefully. I owned one of those for the Canon and it was superior. However, Canon's 70-300mm is light and it would suit the purpose. There is no reason to take the 40mm lens in my opinion. The scenes in the Cape are some of the best in the world. Enjoy
Oct 25, 2012 12:10:52 #
PhotoRichard wrote:
I'm looking for some advice . . . I'll be going to... (show quote)
As an SX30IS user, I would go with this as my next backup camera. The reviews on Amazon convince me of its value.
However, the full-range f2.8 offered by Panasonic, is also very appealing.
Oct 25, 2012 12:11:55 #
RDH wrote:
I would point out that the SX40 with the hack installed will save in raw, as all small Canons do. The sx 50 has several advantages, external flash, and remote shutter release among others.
The SX40 also has external flash (hot shoe is under a cover right above the viewfinder) and with the hack it has a remote release capability also!!
The SX50 however has improved the shot-to-shot time significantly though so I am considering upgrading from my SX40.
Oct 25, 2012 12:33:03 #
donrent wrote:
I have a Canon SX40 whose lens is 2.7 @ 24mm and 5... (show quote)
I also have the SX40 and agree with Don. Do look at the reviews. While the SX50 is slightly better in some areas the SX40 is still the choice in side by side comparisons.
Oct 25, 2012 13:32:33 #
I've purchased two Canon SX40s... because my wife got insanely jealous when I was consistently coming back home with more AND better photos than she was getting with her pricey Nikon DSLR... plus... I could carry my SX40 in a fanny pack, including it's built-in 840mm optical zoom, tote around a much lighter weight tripod, while freeing both hands and eliminating the weight of a bulky backpack. Been there, done that. I'd strongly advise considering the SX40.
PhotoRichard wrote:
I'm looking for some advice . . . I'll be going to... (show quote)
Oct 25, 2012 13:41:48 #
I've purchased two Canon SX40s... because my wife got insanely jealous when I was consistently coming back home with more AND better photos than she was getting with her pricey Nikon DSLR... plus... I could carry my SX40 in a fanny pack, including it's built-in 840mm optical zoom, tote around a much lighter weight tripod, while freeing both hands and eliminating the weight of a bulky backpack. Been there, done that. I'd strongly advise considering the SX40.
PhotoRichard wrote:
I'm looking for some advice . . . I'll be going to... (show quote)
Oct 25, 2012 14:33:34 #
Got rid of my sx40 because i keeped hitting IOS & TIMER butons all the time Canon made the 50 butons harder to push an resetted them in to the camera more Plus I like RAW the movie button is easer to use I aso have the 7D with a battery pack getting a little heavy plus need a heavyer tri pod After a while all that stuff gets a lot heavyer seeing I am not getting younger I will see if i keep the 7D much longer
Oct 25, 2012 15:09:02 #
heyjoe wrote:
nice shots,wonder how much better they would look if you used a 7d
ROFL...you know they would be better ;-) I have a Canon DSLR and a Pentax DSLR...however...sometimes I just feel like traveling a little lighter :-D
Oct 25, 2012 17:12:47 #
magicunicorn
Loc: Melbourne Australia
Hi I know it's a little off the subject, here but how do you like the 24-105 lens on the 7d I was thinking of buying one. Thank you in advance
Oct 25, 2012 17:12:47 #
magicunicorn
Loc: Melbourne Australia
Hi I know it's a little off the subject, here but how do you like the 24-105 lens on the 7d I was thinking of buying one. Thank you in advance
Oct 25, 2012 17:29:40 #
Oct 25, 2012 18:08:36 #
I love the 24-105 on my 7D! Just came back from the inaugural cruise aboard the Celebrity Reflection; started in Amsterdam and ended in Barcelona. This was the only lens I took and it worked wonderfully. It's not the fastest lens, but worked well for me in all cases but a couple. Just did some adjustment in Aperture where required. I highly recommend it.
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