Help Picking Camera: I've gone from Nikon DSLR to Olympus Mirror less to now Panasonic FZ200. I grew tired of carrying various lenses and wanted simplicity as the older I get the brain...

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Mar 16, 2015 11:34:08 #

Moose Loc: North Carolina

I've gone from Nikon DSLR to Olympus Mirror less to now Panasonic FZ200. I grew tired of carrying various lenses and wanted simplicity as the older I get the brain doesn't seem to work as well. The FZ200 has some quirkiness about it (don't ask me to explain) that I'm not happy with.
Here's what I would like to have. A camera with DSLR features with built in zoom. No capability to change lenses, other than to put on U/V or Polarizer filter.
The Nikon Coolpix L840 is close, but I'd like a bigger F stop range and flash/attachment mount. The L840 has stops at f3-f6.5 and the Panasonic is f2.8-f8.0.

Appreciate your help. Thanks.

Mar 16, 2015 11:49:50 #

wdross Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado

Moose wrote:

I've gone from Nikon DSLR to Olympus Mirror less t... (show quote)

You might want to consider the Olympus Stylus 1. It is a constant f2.8 with a 35mm equivalent of 28mm to 300mm.

Mar 16, 2015 12:23:15 #

bsprague Loc: Lacey, WA, USA

Sony is targeting the high end with the RX10. It is a lot more money, but you get a lens that can stay at F2.8 for the entire zoom range and a much larger sensor. It is also "weather resistant".

I don't own one, but would like to. I don't know if it shares any FZ200 quirks or not!

Mar 16, 2015 16:04:52 #

tramsey Loc: Texas

Canon SX50HS then you have the best of both worlds

Mar 16, 2015 16:46:01 #

Moose Loc: North Carolina

That sure looks like what I want. Thanks.

tramsey wrote:

Canon SX50HS then you have the best of both worlds

Mar 16, 2015 20:46:15 #

MarkD Loc: NYC

If you like the SX50 you may like the SX60 even more. You should also consider the Sony HX400 and the Fujifilm S1. Both are very good bridge cameras. The Nikon P600/610 are also very good, but they lack a hot shoe which I agree is important.

Mar 16, 2015 20:53:33 #

Haydon

Bought a refurbished SX50 at Christmas for $190.00 shipped. Love the fact it shoots RAW.

Mar 16, 2015 21:32:45 #

Cdouthitt Loc: Traverse City, MI

The issue with the SX50 is that the EVF will make your eyes bleed...as good as the camera is, the EVF is perhaps one of the worst EVF's on the market. Now if you have zero intentions of using the viewfinder, and just the back screen, then perhaps it would be a possibility.

You don't really mention a budget...but if I were looking for an all in one, it would likely be the FZ1000 or Rx10...it just depends on whether or not you need 4K.

Mar 17, 2015 07:57:24 #

Prairimages

The Nikon Coolpix L840 is close, but I'd like a bigger F stop range and flash/attachment mount.

Nikon's P7800: dedicated hot shoe, TTL for all Nikon speed lights. F/2.0. RAW + jpeg. 12 MP, excellent noise reduction to ISO 1600.

Mar 17, 2015 08:36:17 #

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Moose wrote:

I've gone from Nikon DSLR to Olympus Mirror less t... (show quote)

I like my Sony RX100 III. It's small enough for the pocket, takes great pictures, shoots raw, has lots of controls, and I'll never have to spend money on more lenses. I've been satisfied with the standard 24-70mm.

Mar 17, 2015 08:46:05 #

seagull5

Good morning. Its a beautiful day here. I agree with the suggestion of a canon SX50. I have really enjoyed the camera and have gotten some great shots doing birding and water sports. I also have a HX300 which has been also a good camera. The one which frustrated me due to a very slow focus was the Nikon P600. It was returned. Both the SX50 and the HX300 have their limitation's on the long end. I also want to mention if you are shopping Canon refurshibed has a sale going on ....the SX50 is $229 with a one year warranty and a 15 day return. Those of you which use Canon products and are hunting to save a dollar or two the SLR`s, printers lenses and a few point and shoots are discounted until 3/31. I picked up a G15 and love the camera. Enjoy the day everyone

Mar 17, 2015 09:58:20 #

tlittlefieid Loc: Manchester, NH

I would go with the P7800 as well, also has an excellent electronic viewfinder and highly articulated LED screen. Also the front of the lens is threaded so you can add filters, hoods etc.

I couldn't be happier with mine!!

Mar 17, 2015 10:55:43 #

Frosty Loc: Minnesota

[quote=Cdouthitt]The issue with the SX50 is that the EVF will make your eyes bleed...as good as the camera is, the EVF is perhaps one of the worst EVF's on the market. Now if you have zero intentions of using the viewfinder, and just the back screen, then perhaps it would be a possibility.

Serious question. I have a SX50 and use the EVF all the time. I don't have experience with other EVFs so have nothing to compare it with. Could you elaborate a little on what is wrong with the SX 50 EVF?
Thanks in advance.

Mar 17, 2015 11:12:52 #

Cdouthitt Loc: Traverse City, MI

[quote=Frosty]

Cdouthitt wrote:

The issue with the SX50 is that the EVF will make ... (show quote)

I had to search to find the specs...from Camera Labs

"The PowerShot SX50 HS retains the 202k dot electronic viewfinder of its predecessor and the SX30 before it. In fact the EVF is one aspect of the SX50's design that has virtually stood still since the SX10 back in 2008 and it's beginning to show its age."

Compare that viewfinder to an Olympus, Fuji or Sony @ 2.36 Million dots in the EVF with virtually 0 lag. Literally, a night and day difference.

11.6x better resolution.

I cringe everytime I look through the SX50 viewfinder.

Mar 17, 2015 11:30:40 #

seagull5

L840 or 7800 have a viewfinder? Just something I find necessary to shoot in sunlight. Cannot for the life of me comprehend why the big companies are phasing them out. I* think the next generation SX50 not meaning the SX60 which is from what I have read near the camera as the 50 are making the next model without a viewfinder...I would rather have a camera with a terrible viewfinder than none at all. Won`t consider just a lcd screen...Harry from sunny Florida

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