Should I downsize?
Nov 15, 2013 23:20:40 #
I'm currently using a Canon Rebel (DSLR) and also have a 2nd zoom lens. I love the camera and have taken some great pics with it, but I'm finding that I don't really have a need for all the whistles and bells it has. AND it is heavy to haul around! I'm considering selling it and downsizing to a compact digital, but I'm afraid I might regret it. Any thoughts? Has anyone else done this?
Nov 15, 2013 23:35:18 #
Nov 15, 2013 23:38:24 #
That option isn't for everyone, but there are a few here that have gotten the Canon SX50 and tend to use it more than their dSLR a lot of the time. Basically if you learn the camera and are happy with the results, you have a camera with a 24mm-1200mm (35mm equiv) lens all in a package that is lighter than some of the dSLR bodies w/o lens! If you can, try out something like that and see if you like the results. Maybe get an SX50 as a "2nd" camera and see it it works before actually getting rid of your other equip. Some people are happy doing that and others are not.
Ultimately it will be up to you, and what makes YOU happy.
Ultimately it will be up to you, and what makes YOU happy.
Nov 15, 2013 23:38:33 #
You might want to consider a bridge camera. They are light weight and have great zoom capabilities.
Nov 15, 2013 23:49:24 #
If you like to have the shutter go click when you want.... stay where you are. If you can wait for the camera to make up it's mind that it can take a pic then get a bridge camera. If you want a no brainier that does take good pics with proper exposure but you can't easily handle out of the box shots then get a compact that will slip into your shirt pocket. It is all about control and flexibility. Yours or the camera makers. With an DSLR it is all on you.... do or not... as you move down from bridge to compact. you suggest and the camera decides if you are worthy of it's attention. If you are a leader you will toss them into the surf. If you can follow .... you will be happy. JB
Nov 16, 2013 06:17:29 #
jbmauser wrote:
If you like to have the shutter go click when you ... (show quote)
1- The dSLR is NOT that much faster from button press to shutter click than the better bridge cameras.
2- The better bridge cameras (sx50, p520, hs50, etc) do allow FULL manual control as well as the normal automated options.
3- A good photographer (good eye for compostion and exposure) will be able to make some very good pics with any of the better bridge cameras.
The ultimate choice is how the camera fits the USER's hands and whether or not it meets the USER's needs. The bridge cameras have improved enough in the last few years that you don't need to shy away from them. Sure, if you want to pring HUGE poster size prints, etc or are a PRO you may want to stay with the dSLR and the HEAVY camera bag.
My camera bag might weigh 2 lbs at most!! SX50, external flash, off camera flash cable, 4 batteries, charger, couple filters, etc. This is MUCH nicer than the 20+ lbs that would be required to meet my range of focal lengths, etc with a dSLR!!
Nov 16, 2013 07:37:19 #
sebarutt wrote:
I'm currently using a Canon Rebel (DSLR) and also have a 2nd zoom lens. I love the camera and have taken some great pics with it, but I'm finding that I don't really have a need for all the whistles and bells it has. AND it is heavy to haul around! I'm considering selling it and downsizing to a compact digital, but I'm afraid I might regret it. Any thoughts? Has anyone else done this?
Hi sebarutt. A year or so ago I 'downsized'. I've retired from pro photo work and only do it now for fun. I bought Canon's SX-50 and have never enjoyed using just ONE camera so much. Of course, it depends on your needs, what you'll be shooting, etc. but if you want to move to a single camera instead of carrying a ton of lenses, etc.... I strongly suggest the SX-50. Long reach, decent glass, can shoot both raw/jpg, has viewfinder. What's not to like?
Good luck with your decision. Let us know when you decide, ok?
Nov 16, 2013 07:50:45 #
Could not afford the more expensive cameras and got an SX50. Have been very happy with the results, and it takes RAW! i'ina
Nov 16, 2013 08:37:49 #
sebarutt wrote:
I'm currently using a Canon Rebel (DSLR) and also have a 2nd zoom lens. I love the camera and have taken some great pics with it, but I'm finding that I don't really have a need for all the whistles and bells it has. AND it is heavy to haul around! I'm considering selling it and downsizing to a compact digital, but I'm afraid I might regret it. Any thoughts? Has anyone else done this?
Buy the smaller first, if your unhappy you might be able to return it.
Bob.
Nov 16, 2013 08:53:20 #
sebarutt wrote:
I'm currently using a Canon Rebel (DSLR) and also have a 2nd zoom lens. I love the camera and have taken some great pics with it, but I'm finding that I don't really have a need for all the whistles and bells it has. AND it is heavy to haul around! I'm considering selling it and downsizing to a compact digital, but I'm afraid I might regret it. Any thoughts? Has anyone else done this?
When I first started, I used a Minolta SRT-101 and an XD-11 with a 52mm lens and a 100mm lens for wedding photography. I had been using a Mamiya RB 67, which was way too large for comfort, so I downsized. Other pros said 35mm would never work. I was very successful.
Now, I use either my Canon SL1 (downsized from my two EOS 1Ds2 bodies) or my Fuji X100s (also the X100). I have never regretted downsizing. With the Fuji, I have to walk-zoom a lot, but I love the results. The SL1 is a joy to carry, but it looks silly with my Canon 35-350 mounted--the camera appearing almost no larger than the lens cap. The 35-350 never goes to weddings though; it simply wathces birds and other mammals.
Clothes may make the man, but the camera doesn't. Well, it does (or can) make the man happy!
Nov 16, 2013 08:56:48 #
Fran wrote:
You might want to consider a bridge camera. They are light weight and have great zoom capabilities.
Nikon Cool Pix P/520 here :thumbup:
Nov 16, 2013 09:18:55 #
My choice is apparently unconventional. I bought a Canon M with an EF/EF-S lens adapter, so I use my existing lenses on it. Mostly I have my Canon 18-200 mm on it. The camera looks a little like a rear lens cap when paired with a large lens, but I really enjoy the combo. Also, the 18-55 mm that came with the M is incredibly sharp and very compact. My experience is that it is as sharp and fast as the L series equivalent. Finally, the touch-screen shutter allows me to handhold longer shutter speeds than I can with my 7D.
Only real drawback is that shooting in live view all the time drains the battery pretty fast, so I have two spare batteries.
Only real drawback is that shooting in live view all the time drains the battery pretty fast, so I have two spare batteries.
Nov 16, 2013 13:47:16 #
Wow, I was not expecting so many good responses! I'm going to do some research and I'll let you know!! Many Thanks!!
Nov 16, 2013 14:17:31 #
sebarutt wrote:
I'm currently using a Canon Rebel (DSLR) and also have a 2nd zoom lens. I love the camera and have taken some great pics with it, but I'm finding that I don't really have a need for all the whistles and bells it has. AND it is heavy to haul around! I'm considering selling it and downsizing to a compact digital, but I'm afraid I might regret it. Any thoughts? Has anyone else done this?
Just get a compact digital of your liking (don't get rid of the Rebel just yet), get used to it and shoot it for a while - that should make up your mind, so you know which you prefer and since you still own your Rebel, you can get back to it at any time if you choose so.
Nov 16, 2013 15:13:27 #
Check and see how much you might get for your used equipment, KEH.com will be able to give you an idea, you might just find that you will keep your DSLR too.
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