Bridge camera with DSLR Image Quality
Jul 21, 2014 14:26:49 #
I'm in the hunt for a bridge camera to pick-up and simply do impromptu, super casual shots where I don't need my D800 or D7100. My budget points me towards the Canon Powershot G series. My friend loaned me his G12 which isn't bad although after converting to tiffs and looking at them in LR the shots didn't seem the sharpest in IQ (maybe I'm too picky). I do however like the feel and features of the G series cameras (The flat credit card compacts aren't my cup of tea). He's tying to point me towards the G1X which has a larger sensor. I'm also considering just sticking with Nikon and getting a D3200. Input is appreciated. :)
Jul 21, 2014 14:42:18 #
Bridges are good. THe SX50 and like mine, the P510
Sarge69
The P 510 auto
Sarge69
The P 510 auto
Jul 21, 2014 14:48:07 #
I also like the Canon G1X II as a single lens solution camera ! I would also suggest you look at the Sony A3000 mirrorless APSC, 20MP. But I will warn you, once you use this, you may ditch your Nikon ....
Jul 21, 2014 15:35:26 #
Jul 21, 2014 18:20:50 #
Rongnongno wrote:
You eat too much fried food man... Not good.
Speaking of that, I just had bacon on toast with butter and mayo. Just a snackie-poo.
Sarge69
Jul 21, 2014 19:28:42 #
As a long time Nikon user, I thought I would never buy a Canon, until I saw all the posts from SX50 owners. The SX50 is the most useful camera I have ever owned. I use my D7100 with a variety of lenses for high precision stuff, but I always carry my SX50 as well, as an all rounder, whether it be for a wide angle landscape, or a distant eagle. :-)
Edit.. Re. IQ comparison, on a PC monitor, & moderate enlargements, I don't notice any critical difference between my SX50 & my D7100. Obviously, when it comes to huge enlargement or severe cropping, the D7100 is a clear winner. :)
2nd Edit.. Absolutely no logic in buying a D3200--why buy a D3200 when you have a D7100? I bought my SX50 to compliment my DSLRs, not to replace them. I get good use from all of them. My main reason for the SX50 is its 'super zoom'. My D7100 usually has a WA lens fitted as I shoot a lot of seascapes. If I'm driving along & see an egret on the opposite bank, it is much quicker to grab the SX50 than swap lenses on the Nikon. Horses for courses. :-)
Edit.. Re. IQ comparison, on a PC monitor, & moderate enlargements, I don't notice any critical difference between my SX50 & my D7100. Obviously, when it comes to huge enlargement or severe cropping, the D7100 is a clear winner. :)
2nd Edit.. Absolutely no logic in buying a D3200--why buy a D3200 when you have a D7100? I bought my SX50 to compliment my DSLRs, not to replace them. I get good use from all of them. My main reason for the SX50 is its 'super zoom'. My D7100 usually has a WA lens fitted as I shoot a lot of seascapes. If I'm driving along & see an egret on the opposite bank, it is much quicker to grab the SX50 than swap lenses on the Nikon. Horses for courses. :-)
Jul 21, 2014 19:37:11 #
lighthouse
Loc: No Fixed Abode
You have a D800 and a D7100 and you can't answer this question yourself ??!?
The world never ceases to amaze me.
The knowledge needed to make a proper decision to buy a D800 is the same knowledge that you need to make this decision.
So .... did you just buy the D800 because someone said?
I would not be looking at a D3200 if I already had a D7100.
You won't get a bridge camera, that does what other bridge cameras do, if it has a sensor as large as an APSC camera.
You will "lose the long end".
I think your time and money would be better spent educating yourself than buying another camera.
The world never ceases to amaze me.
The knowledge needed to make a proper decision to buy a D800 is the same knowledge that you need to make this decision.
So .... did you just buy the D800 because someone said?
I would not be looking at a D3200 if I already had a D7100.
You won't get a bridge camera, that does what other bridge cameras do, if it has a sensor as large as an APSC camera.
You will "lose the long end".
I think your time and money would be better spent educating yourself than buying another camera.
Dbl00buk wrote:
I'm in the hunt for a bridge camera to pick-up and... (show quote)
Jul 21, 2014 20:20:05 #
I'd go m4/3 with the em10 if you're looking towards bridge cameras with larger sensors. You'll find in good light image quality on par with the 7100. It's amazing what Olympus can squeeze out of that sensor...especially if you're using one of their fast prime lenses like the 25 or 45mm
Jul 21, 2014 21:40:09 #
lighthouse wrote:
You have a D800 and a D7100 and you can't answer t... (show quote)
Interesting input, when other responses made a hell of a lot more sense.
Jul 21, 2014 21:44:52 #
lighthouse
Loc: No Fixed Abode
Dbl00buk wrote:
Interesting input, when other responses made a hell of a lot more sense.
Maybe the others gave you the type of answer you wanted, and I gave you the type of answer that will help you improve your photography.
Jul 21, 2014 23:13:43 #
Racmanaz
Loc: Sunny Tucson!
imagemeister wrote:
I also like the Canon G1X II as a single lens solution camera ! I would also suggest you look at the Sony A3000 mirrorless APSC, 20MP. But I will warn you, once you use this, you may ditch your Nikon ....
imagemeister, you really like that Sony A3000 ha? :)
Jul 21, 2014 23:30:03 #
I'm surprised no one mentioned the Nikon 1 V3.. It is small, comes with both EVF and additional grip plus a 10-30mm (27-81 equiv.) and, best of all, an adapter that let's you use Nikon DX & FX AF-S lenses. In addition AF, VR and exposure control work when using the adapter. I'm looking forward to trying one.
Jul 22, 2014 00:18:23 #
Dbl00buk wrote:
Interesting input, when other responses made a hell of a lot more sense.
Frankly I find the other responses to be "all over the map".
To begin with, how do you define "bridge camera"?
What exactly are you expecting to get from it?
The Olympus EM2 and Canon SX50 are completely different from each other, so if you are open to either, it seems to me that you need to hone in your requirements before advice would be truly helpful.
Jul 22, 2014 00:51:40 #
sarge69 wrote:
Speaking of that, I just had bacon on toast with butter and mayo. Just a snackie-poo.
Sarge69
Sarge69
That ordinary toast will kill you. Next time try browning the bread in olive oil.
Jul 22, 2014 05:46:48 #
Check out this link for the new Panasonic Bridge camera, it has a lot of great features.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/news/unveiled-panasonic-lumix-dmc-fz1000-digital-camera?cm_mmc=EML-_-Newsletter_Newsletter-_-140612-_-BannerT_Explora_Panasonic-DMC-FZ1000-ReadArticle
It might also be a possibility for you.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/news/unveiled-panasonic-lumix-dmc-fz1000-digital-camera?cm_mmc=EML-_-Newsletter_Newsletter-_-140612-_-BannerT_Explora_Panasonic-DMC-FZ1000-ReadArticle
It might also be a possibility for you.
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