Question for Canon SX-50 users
Dec 16, 2014 06:50:34 #
According to my calculations, the crop factor for an SX-50 is 5.6, so a focal length of 160 or higher would give the same field of view as a full sensor camera using a lens with a focal length of roughly 900 or higher.
How often do you actually extend the lens on your SX-50 (or SX-60 for that matter) to that range? If you have ventured into that range, did you use a tripod?
A related question is: at what focal length have you found it necessary to use a tripod instead of trying to hand hold your SX-50 / SX-60?
How often do you actually extend the lens on your SX-50 (or SX-60 for that matter) to that range? If you have ventured into that range, did you use a tripod?
A related question is: at what focal length have you found it necessary to use a tripod instead of trying to hand hold your SX-50 / SX-60?
Dec 16, 2014 07:27:29 #
I have had an SX40 and SX50. I currently have the SX60. I have used a tripod maybe half a dozen times with these cameras. I find the IS system to work very well even at extreme telephoto focal lengths. I use the EVF and not the LCD screen.
On the SX60, I use the wide end more than I thought that I would. When I use the telephoto end, it is usually at 800mm (35mm equivalent) or more and handheld.
For medium telephoto shots, I prefer to use my 5D MK III and crop a little, if necessary.
On the SX60, I use the wide end more than I thought that I would. When I use the telephoto end, it is usually at 800mm (35mm equivalent) or more and handheld.
For medium telephoto shots, I prefer to use my 5D MK III and crop a little, if necessary.
Dec 16, 2014 08:46:07 #
I use full optical zoom (not the digital zoom or in-camera teleconverter) almost 100% of the time, and no tripod. That's because I use the SX50 for distant eagle shots (and other birds, critters) and can't be bothered with a tripod (have a T3i DSLR for other photography).
I use the HQ burst mode (not continuous shooting) and have many keepers - but mostly if in good light, with excellent contrast between subject and surroundings, and with lots and lots of non-keepers too :)
I use the HQ burst mode (not continuous shooting) and have many keepers - but mostly if in good light, with excellent contrast between subject and surroundings, and with lots and lots of non-keepers too :)
Dec 16, 2014 10:39:34 #
I also use the upper range of my SX50 frequently and have only tried using a tripod a couple times and it did not improve the sharpness of my results. I will most likely only use it in the future for family photos, etc where I need to also get into the picture.
Just for general info here is a link to a file I posted that shows the SX40/SX50 'actual' mm vs the '35mm equiv' settings. It is a PDF so you will only see the 'download' link until you click on it.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-134964-1.html
Just for general info here is a link to a file I posted that shows the SX40/SX50 'actual' mm vs the '35mm equiv' settings. It is a PDF so you will only see the 'download' link until you click on it.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-134964-1.html
Dec 17, 2014 06:09:57 #
rehess wrote:
According to my calculations, the crop factor for ... (show quote)
I very seldom utilize the digital zoom on my SX60 but often shoot at 65x optical zoom for wildlife shots. As has been said the image stabilization is excellent for hand held shots on this camera. About the only time I tripod is when the lighting is lower or if I am set up on something I will be shooting repeatedly in the same location.
Dec 17, 2014 09:45:32 #
Dec 17, 2014 10:02:11 #
Kink wrote:
What is the difference between burst mode and continuous?
If you shoot in raw, continuous will still take time to write to the card.
To access HQ burst mode: SCN knob on top, then Func button on back. You do not control shutter speed, ISO or aperture, but you can use exposure compensation. Shoots jpg only, up to 10 shots in a second or two, with one push. Exposure and focus is set on first shot. I get best results holding camera in one position and catching an eagle just as it lands or takes off.
Here are examples:
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-263002-1.html
Dec 17, 2014 10:34:30 #
rehess wrote:
According to my calculations, the crop factor for ... (show quote)
The focal length marking on this Megazoom are calculated based on the sensor size in this camera since the lenses are not changeable therefore a focal length of 160 on the SX-50 has the same crop factor as a 160mm on a full frame camera
Dec 17, 2014 18:35:37 #
Thank you everyone for your answers. I have a much better understanding than I did two days ago.
Part of my reason for asking is that few of the pictures posted here make use of the extreme zoom that makes the SX family special. When the SX-50 first came out, one of the reviewers questioned whether anyone needed that much telephoto; since companies keep issuing more and more zoom, I figured that people must be using it, but my curiosity remained. Thank you for satisfying it.
Part of my reason for asking is that few of the pictures posted here make use of the extreme zoom that makes the SX family special. When the SX-50 first came out, one of the reviewers questioned whether anyone needed that much telephoto; since companies keep issuing more and more zoom, I figured that people must be using it, but my curiosity remained. Thank you for satisfying it.
Dec 17, 2014 18:35:38 #
Thank you everyone for your answers. I have a much better understanding than I did two days ago.
Part of my reason for asking is that few of the pictures posted here make use of the extreme zoom that makes the SX family special. When the SX-50 first came out, one of the reviewers questioned whether anyone needed that much telephoto; since companies keep issuing more and more zoom, I figured that people must be using it, but my curiosity remained. Thank you for satisfying it.
Part of my reason for asking is that few of the pictures posted here make use of the extreme zoom that makes the SX family special. When the SX-50 first came out, one of the reviewers questioned whether anyone needed that much telephoto; since companies keep issuing more and more zoom, I figured that people must be using it, but my curiosity remained. Thank you for satisfying it.
Dec 18, 2014 07:39:43 #
My Sx50 should be here tomorrow. I'll probably wear the zoom out for a few days, just to see what it'll do. Then go back to using it like a regular camera, and do the full zoom occaissionally.
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