DSLR vs Mirrorless
Apr 19, 2014 05:32:33 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
Panasonic GX1 (micro 4/3) at ISO 3200 with the 14-42 "kit" lens.
As I understand it, Panasonic make some of the sensors for Olympus.
This grab shot is nothing to write home about but the noise is not bad for a relatively small sensor.
(you have to download it to really see it)
As I understand it, Panasonic make some of the sensors for Olympus.
This grab shot is nothing to write home about but the noise is not bad for a relatively small sensor.
(you have to download it to really see it)
Downsizing a high megapixel image for web display will remove noise and improve the image. The proof is in the pudding though. Compare a print of the same image at 12x18 and all of a sudden the pixels pop out at you. Also, there is a lot of detail-destroying denoising going on if this is a jpg out of the camera. A small online image is no way to make a comparison, unless you intend to avoid printing anything, then it doesn't matter what you use.
Apr 19, 2014 06:00:36 #
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The arthritis in my hands limits my camera/lens size and weight I now use a NEX7 with mostly light weight Sony lenses but kept my older canon FD lenses that I use with the NEX7 from time to time and I always carry my Samsung Galaxy S11 phone/camera for emergencies. I shoot from 6mm to 2000mm with the NEX7 and I like the features that it offers and overall suits my needs well.
The arthritis in my hands limits my camera/lens size and weight I now use a NEX7 with mostly light weight Sony lenses but kept my older canon FD lenses that I use with the NEX7 from time to time and I always carry my Samsung Galaxy S11 phone/camera for emergencies. I shoot from 6mm to 2000mm with the NEX7 and I like the features that it offers and overall suits my needs well.
Apr 19, 2014 06:06:20 #
The criteria are low weight, low light, 10x zoom and $1000.
My suggestion is one of the two combinations:
1) Panasonic G5 body ($300) with Panasonic 14-140mm f3.5-5.6 ($700)
2) Panasonic G6 body ($650) with Panasonic 14-140mm f4-5.8 ($440)
Only combination (1) meets all of the criteria. Combination (2) weighs more and costs more.
My alternate suggestion would be the G6 and the 14-140mm f3.5-5.6. Price is a bit more, but quality is best.
My suggestion is one of the two combinations:
1) Panasonic G5 body ($300) with Panasonic 14-140mm f3.5-5.6 ($700)
2) Panasonic G6 body ($650) with Panasonic 14-140mm f4-5.8 ($440)
Only combination (1) meets all of the criteria. Combination (2) weighs more and costs more.
My alternate suggestion would be the G6 and the 14-140mm f3.5-5.6. Price is a bit more, but quality is best.
Apr 19, 2014 06:08:22 #
Apr 19, 2014 06:47:18 #
I recently got the Olympus Stylus 1. It may have just what you are looking for.
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Apr 19, 2014 09:32:46 #
Apr 19, 2014 10:09:27 #
I have a nikon D700 and a D300 both very big cameras. I travel a lot about 2 to 3 times a year and got tired of hauling my big DSLR's around with me. I picked up a Fujifilm X-E1 and must say it has been a great travel camera and takes beautiful pics.
Apr 19, 2014 10:30:01 #
imagemeister wrote:
Sony A3000 - $350 with 18-55 lens. 55-200 available. APS-c , 20MP .....At Walmart.
I Have that combo. DSLR image quality for bridge camera price
Apr 19, 2014 11:15:54 #
I vouch for all the Canon "Powershots" and Lumix point & shoots that i have owned. Sharp pictures in a small packages and very high sensitivity in low light. No intercheangeable lenses? Buy a Canon GX ( x= number). I have a G10 and it is for me, the ultimate P&S. I have kept it over the years because it is very practical to have and still can compete with newer cameras. Clearest pictures in low light, beautiful hues & colors. I think they are up to G15 or G16 now.
Mirrorles? I vouch for Sony because I own one. I have a NEX 5N with a Sigma (60mm, 30mm) always on that I can manipulate with one hand. No issues, no moving lenses with the other hand. I also have the 16mm kit lens, very good for those landscape wide angles. Maybe that could be your lens. Press the button, let the camera focus and shoot. Pristine photos in low light. Cute little camera. The only thing missing is a viewfinder so you have to buy that separately. I haven't, too expensive.
Mirrorles? I vouch for Sony because I own one. I have a NEX 5N with a Sigma (60mm, 30mm) always on that I can manipulate with one hand. No issues, no moving lenses with the other hand. I also have the 16mm kit lens, very good for those landscape wide angles. Maybe that could be your lens. Press the button, let the camera focus and shoot. Pristine photos in low light. Cute little camera. The only thing missing is a viewfinder so you have to buy that separately. I haven't, too expensive.
Apr 19, 2014 12:25:24 #
Shutterbugsailer wrote:
I Have that combo. DSLR image quality for bridge camera price
Plus, small and lite ! ........
Apr 19, 2014 14:29:26 #
abbaav wrote:
I want to upgrade from a super-zoom and not sure o... (show quote)
I made the switch to mirrorless for health issues but would never go back.
I don't have knowledge of all the available cameras, but my experience with Olympus m43s has been great. The EM5 can usually be had refurbished from the company for about $700, leaving you $300 for lenses if you stick to your budget. A 14-42 or 14-45 and a 40-150 could be had for about $200 each reconditioned and less than that used. Both of them are very lightweight.
Apr 19, 2014 15:48:48 #
GaryS1964
Loc: Northern California
I'm a senior citizen and some of my Photo Club friends have abandoned their big Canon's and Nikon's for Sony and Olympus mirrorless cameras because they are lighter. They claim to get great pictures and from the samples I've seen I would agree.
Apr 19, 2014 19:03:41 #
tainkc wrote:
Sony HX300. One lens (Carl Zeiss). Super sharp. It has a 50x optical zoom. Great in low light. Look up james56 and look at his posts. All done with this camera. Then look it up on the internet to see if the specs are what you want. It is superior to the Canon version. The Canon version is also a great camera, but the Sony has a better picture. Nikon does not have anything that compares unfortunately. And these are well within you budget by a few hundred dollars.
Nikon has a 60x super zoom-bridge camera, also in the same price range, so Nikon does have something comparable!
Apr 19, 2014 20:51:03 #
tainkc wrote:
People are suggesting cameras with interchangeable lenses. I wonder if this is truly what he wants. It appears to me that he would rather keep it simple with quality.
I think you are on to something. A Nikon P7800 might just be the ticket.
Apr 19, 2014 21:07:05 #
If you walk with a cane, I highly recommend you scratch the idea of a traditional DSLR.
The Panasonic 14-140mm the 3.5-5.6 version, not the older slower one mounted to a used em5 would run ya about 1100.
The Panasonic 14-140mm the 3.5-5.6 version, not the older slower one mounted to a used em5 would run ya about 1100.
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