Canon SX50 HS Accessories? I'm about to place an order for the Canon SX50 HS. Below are the accessories I'm considering. Would appreciate advice from SX 50 owners if I should add or...

kit_kit Loc: NYC

I'm about to place an order for the Canon SX50 HS. Below are the accessories I'm considering.

Would appreciate advice from SX 50 owners if I should add or change anything.

Transcend 16GB Class 10 SDHC Flash Memory Card (TS16GSDHC10E) $12.72

Canon Remote Switch RS60 E3 $20.38

Essential Kit for CANON PowerShot SX50 HS - Includes: Lens Adapter Ring + Vivitar Filter Kit (UV, CPL, FLD) + Collapsible Soft Rubber Lens Hood + Center Pinch Lens Cap + MagicFiber Microfiber Lens Cleaning Cloth $27.99

NEEWER® Shutter Release Remote Control RS-60E3 Replacement for Canon EOS Digital Rebel T1i, XT, XTi, XSm Xsi $3.58

2 Pack Battery And Charger Kit For Canon PowerShot SX40 HS SX40HS, SX50 HS, SX50HS, Powershot G15, G1 X G1X Digital Camera Includes 2 Extended Replacement (1200Mah) NB-10L Batteries + AC/DC Travel Charger + LCD Screen Protectors + MicroFiber Cloth $17.95

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

kit_kit wrote:

I'm about to place an order for the Canon SX50 HS.... (show quote)

The Neewer remote is the same as the Canon, so save some money and forget the Canon. I'm paying $1.06 more for my Neewer, but it won't be here for a couple of weeks.

I would forget about that hood and filter kit. Mine arrived without the adaptor ring, so I can't use it till they send me another. Instead, get a 67mm adaptor. Then you can use larger filters and avoid any chance of vignetting. You can also choose which filters to buy and aim for better quality.

You got a better deal than I did on the charger and batteries by about $4. One complaint I've heard about this camera is short battery life. Now I have three batteries and two chargers. I like being able to charge batteries in the car.

Those chargers are interesting. They make one base unit and then design the top section to hold whatever new battery comes along - clever idea

ggttc Loc: TN

kit_kit wrote:

I'm about to place an order for the Canon SX50 HS.... (show quote)

Thats about every accessory they make for the sx50 and I have them all and am very satisfied.

My only suggestion would be the Pixel wireless remote...amazon 21.00 and works very well.

http://www.amazon.com/Pixel-Digital-Wireless-Powershot-replaces/dp/B0049HKKPK/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1370778727&sr=8-10&keywords=canon+wireless+remote+shutter+release

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

ggttc wrote:

Thats about every accessory they make for the sx50 and I have them all and am very satisfied.

My only suggestion would be the Pixel wireless remote...amazon 21.00 and works very well.

http://www.amazon.com/Pixel-Digital-Wireless-Powershot-replaces/dp/B0049HKKPK/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1370778727&sr=8-10&keywords=canon+wireless+remote+shutter+release

It looks like that Pixel fires the camera through the cable, not the hot shoe. In that case, you could still use an external flash and attach the control unit somewhere else.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

kit_kit wrote:

I'm about to place an order for the Canon SX50 HS. Below are the accessories I'm considering.

This is a nice remote flash trigger, for a good price.

http://www.amazon.com/CowboyStudio-NPT-04-Speelights-extra-receiver/dp/B005IQRMN4/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1370778963&sr=1-3&keywords=cowboy+studios+trigger

kit_kit Loc: NYC

jerryc41 wrote:

The Neewer remote is the same as the Canon, so sav... (show quote)

Thanks Jerry. I really appreciate your help with this.
It's so damn hard to decide on an alternative because there are so many options. There are even more than the ones I listed below. Any additional thoughts?
Thanks again.

http://www.amazon.com/Rainbowimaging-Filter-Adapter-PowerShot-camera/dp/B004MLF4ZO/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1370778429&sr=8-5&keywords=67mm+adaptor+sx+50+hs

http://www.amazon.com/Includes-Necessary-Replaces-FA-DC67A-UV-CPL-FLD/dp/B005C4Z4CI/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1370778429&sr=8-10&keywords=67mm+adaptor+sx+50+hs

http://www.amazon.com/Includes-Necessary-Replaces-UV-CPL-FLD-MicroFiber/dp/B005C4Z46O/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1370778429&sr=8-9&keywords=67mm+adaptor+sx+50+hs

http://www.amazon.com/Bower-FA-DC67A-Adapter-PowerShot-Cleaning/dp/B005V2GENY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1370778429&sr=8-1&keywords=67mm+adaptor+sx+50+hs

http://www.amazon.com/Filter-Adapter-SX30IS-HS-SX50/dp/B009YYT6M6/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1370778555&sr=8-16&keywords=67mm+adaptor+sx+50+hs

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

kit_kit wrote:

Thanks Jerry. I really appreciate your help with t... (show quote)

I would get just the 67mm adaptor ring. Then you can decide what filters to get. Buying a kit is not going to get you good quality filters. You could wind up using a filter that will significantly affect your pictures. Trying to get the most items for the lowest price is a waste of money.

Apparently, that filter ring in your last link is plastic. I'd keep looking for one that says it's made of metal.

ggttc Loc: TN

jerryc41 wrote:

It looks like that Pixel fires the camera through the cable, not the hot shoe. In that case, you could still use an external flash and attach the control unit somewhere else.

Never thought of that Jerry!...But just tried it and you are correct...AGAIN!!!

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

ggttc wrote:

Never thought of that Jerry!...But just tried it and you are correct...AGAIN!!!

And you're surprised? :D

kit_kit Loc: NYC

jerryc41 wrote:

I would get just the 67mm adaptor ring. Then you can decide what filters to get. Buying a kit is not going to get you good quality filters. You could wind up using a filter that will significantly affect your pictures. Trying to get the most items for the lowest price is a waste of money.

Apparently, that filter ring in your last link is plastic. I'd keep looking for one that says it's made of metal.

So to add to my confusion I need to decide which filter to buy.

How about this combo?

http://www.amazon.com/Filter-Adapter-SX30IS-HS-SX50/dp/B009YYT6M6

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-67mm-UV-Haze-Filter/dp/B000B7670E
:?: :( :(

kit_kit Loc: NYC

jerryc41 wrote:

I would get just the 67mm adaptor ring. Then you can decide what filters to get. Buying a kit is not going to get you good quality filters. You could wind up using a filter that will significantly affect your pictures. Trying to get the most items for the lowest price is a waste of money.

Apparently, that filter ring in your last link is plastic. I'd keep looking for one that says it's made of metal.

BTW The deal includes Adobe Photoshop Elements 11 for $45.00. I currently have PSE 5.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

kit_kit wrote:

So to add to my confusion I need to decide which filter to buy.

How about this combo?

http://www.amazon.com/Filter-Adapter-SX30IS-HS-SX50/dp/B009YYT6M6

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-67mm-UV-Haze-Filter/dp/B000B7670E
:?: :( :(

Here's a good comment on the plastic adaptor.

"This is made of plastic which I was looking for and what I liked so it won't mar the lens of the camera.
If you go by the metal kind and it is a tight fit, then you already know which one will give (the lens and not the filter adapter ring).
This plastic adapter ring won't damage your camera but stays on it quite well with just the right amount of tightness.
The finish could better but is good enough and won't be noticed once you have a filter on it.
This is a good copy of the genuine article although not an excellent copy that you can't tell them apart.
I just gave it 4 stars for the finish (how it has been molded or made)..as for the fit, it fits quite good and firm."

It's "fulfilled" by Amazon - something I prefer. I see that even Canon's adaptor, for $21, is made out of plastic.

As for the filters themselves, I prefer to rely on test reviews. Here are some articles.

UV Filters
http://www.dpreview.com/articles/8049091537/the-uv-filter

UV Filters
http://www.lenstip.com/113.1-article-UV_filters_test_Introduction.html

Polarizing Filters
http://www.lenstip.com/115.1-article-Polarizing_filters_test_Introduction.html

After buying cheap filters for years - "name brands" but cheap - I now read reviews and decide what to get. I've settled on 77mm filters, so I can use one filter on any lens with step-up rings.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

Batteries: I was happily surprised to get 380 shots from my first use with the Canon battery that came with the camera, even using the LCD an average amount of time. Photive brand replacement battery is only getting about 200 - 225, even with minimal LCD use.

kit_kit Loc: NYC

I'm leaning towards this package for a total of $467 including shipping.

Canon PowerShot SX50 HS 12MP Digital Camera with 2.8-Inch LCD (Black)by CANON $375.99

Rainbowimaging Combo 4-in-1 67MM Pro1D SMC UV Filter & Pro1D CPL Filter & 67mm Filter Adapter & Snap-on Lens Cap for CANON PowerShot SX-50 HS, SX-40 HS, SX-30 IS, SX-20 IS, SX-10 IS, SX1 IS camera $18.99

Adobe Photoshop Elements 11 $64.99

2 Pack Battery And Charger Kit For Canon PowerShot SX40 HS SX40HS, SX50 HS, SX50HS, Powershot G15, G1 X G1X Digital Camera Includes 2 Extended Replacement (1200Mah) NB-10L Batteries + AC/DC Travel Charger + LCD Screen Protectors + MicroFiber Cloth $17.95

NEEWER® Shutter Release Remote Control RS-60E3 Replacement for Canon EOS Digital Rebel T1i, XT, XTi, XSm XSi $3.58

Order summary
Items (5): $481.50
Shipping & handling: $14.36
Promotion Applied: -$20.00
Super Saver Discount: -$8.91
Total before tax: $466.95
Estimated tax to be collected:* $0.00
Order total: $466.95

kit_kit Loc: NYC

Linda From Maine wrote:

Batteries: I was happily surprised to get 380 shots from my first use with the Canon battery that came with the camera, even using the LCD an average amount of time. Photive brand replacement battery is only getting about 200 - 225, even with minimal LCD use.

Is the Photive brand replacement battery the one I listed?