EdK
Loc: Boston
First, thanks to all who took the time to reply. I appreciate it & it did help. So yesterday, I went to Hunts camera & checked the Nikon P520 & Canon SX50. Both very good, but___. So checked a refurbished Nikon D5100 & was about to spring for it when I asked about any bridge cameras (learned that is the term to describe the likes of Nikon P520 etc.) better than the Nikon & Canon. He brought out a Panasonic FZ200. Ended up purchasing that for a number of reasons, number one is a 2.8 Leica lens, manual focus & hot shoe & 600mm equivalent zoom. So far, very pleased with it, but have to get used to new controls.
Fran
Loc: Northeast, United States
I bought the FZ 200 to use when I didn't want to lug my dslr. I love it!!! Takes great images and so easy to use. Good luck with it. Post some images when you have time.
EdK
Loc: Boston
Will do! Now it's a learning curve cause I am used to Nikon layout.
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First, thanks to all who took the time to reply. I appreciate it & it did help. So yesterday, I went to Hunts camera & checked the Nikon P520 & Canon SX50. Both very good, but___. So checked a refurbished Nikon D5100 & was about to spring for it when I asked about any bridge cameras (learned that is the term to describe the likes of Nikon P520 etc.) better than the Nikon & Canon. He brought out a Panasonic FZ200. Ended up purchasing that for a number of reasons, number one is a 2.8 Leica lens, manual focus & hot shoe & 600mm equivalent zoom. So far, very pleased with it, but have to get used to new controls.
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Ed,
Was that in The Hanover Store????
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First, thanks to all who took the time to reply. I appreciate it & it did help. So yesterday, I went to Hunts camera & checked the Nikon P520 & Canon SX50. Both very good, but___. So checked a refurbished Nikon D5100 & was about to spring for it when I asked about any bridge cameras (learned that is the term to describe the likes of Nikon P520 etc.) better than the Nikon & Canon. He brought out a Panasonic FZ200. Ended up purchasing that for a number of reasons, number one is a 2.8 Leica lens, manual focus & hot shoe & 600mm equivalent zoom. So far, very pleased with it, but have to get used to new controls.
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Good luck with ya purchase Doc ..... let us know how ya like it .....
I love Hunts, was it the Melrose store, their staff is very knowledgeable and very helpful, I go there when ever I am up there visiting.
EdK
Loc: Boston
Yes it was. Thanks for your help.
Good luck on the new camera
EdK wrote:
Yes it was. Thanks for your help.
Ed,
You are quite welcome. I am sure you will enjoy the camera. Any questions let me know. With the sale this past weekend that was a great price. Don't forget to mail in the rebate for another $70. Call the store and ask for me if you need any help.
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