Bridge Camera Help
Nov 1, 2015 21:32:22 #
I don't really think it matters too much on the cost.
insman1132 wrote:
Did I miss this question?? What is his price range?
Nov 1, 2015 21:36:17 #
This looks like a good one. It will be one of my recommendations. Thank you!
James56 wrote:
Keep it simple...Sony offers the HX300 and HX400 b... (show quote)
Nov 1, 2015 21:38:41 #
Thank you EVERYONE! There is enough information here for me to recommend a couple of cameras. He can then do a comparison and buy the one he wants.
I appreciate all your help!!
Marsha
I appreciate all your help!!
Marsha
Nov 2, 2015 05:16:36 #
Nov 2, 2015 05:50:09 #
as you said he doesn't do photography much, i'd recommend a used Sony hx100v ,30x and plenty of settings to learn with. as a newbee raw should not be an issue. the IQ and price will be good.
Nov 2, 2015 05:51:48 #
Panasonic DMC zs40 with a 720mm Lecia lens. I got it at Costco in San Francisco for $270.
Nov 2, 2015 07:38:07 #
I gave my Canon rebel to my son-in law and purchased a canon sx50. I am getting older and wanted something light and didn't want to worry with changes lenses. I do some backyard bird and nature shots and take pictures for projects I am involved in. It's a fine camera for me. It has a view finder and also shoots in raw. Those were 2 important features for me.
Nov 2, 2015 07:39:51 #
I gave my Canon rebel to my son-in law and purchased a canon sx50. I am getting older and wanted something light and didn't want to worry with changes lenses. I do some backyard bird and nature shots and take pictures for projects I am involved in. It's a fine camera for me. It has a view finder and also shoots in raw. Those were 2 important features for me.
Nov 2, 2015 07:47:54 #
I had the SX40 for years and had terrific results. I skipped the SX50, but GAS made me go for the SX60 which has performed excellently. The macro mode is top-notch. I can't imagine you can find a much better all-around bridge camera with such a wide zoom range and the features such as the articulated view screen which I find immensely beneficial to these old knees.
Nov 2, 2015 07:48:09 #
I had the SX40 for years and had terrific results. I skipped the SX50, but GAS made me go for the SX60 which has performed excellently. The macro mode is top-notch. I can't imagine you can find a much better all-around bridge camera with such a wide zoom range and the features such as the articulated view screen which I find immensely beneficial to these old knees.
These calenopsis blooms are about the size of a quarter
Nov 2, 2015 08:07:52 #
Pixelpixie88 wrote:
A friend of mine asked for help in getting a new c... (show quote)
Bridge camera? Robert Kincaid used a Nikon F2.
--Bob
Nov 2, 2015 08:12:57 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
Agree, with Linda... the SX50 is a fantastic camera. The more I learn the more I love. AND refurd for $150... Charity indeed.I love my Canon sx50, as do many sx50 users on this site. As mentioned, it can be difficult to hold camera steady, but I use a "burst" mode that helps with that. ... see the rest of the quote above...
Grip of a camera is often aided by gadgets such as pistol grip etc. A simple 6 oz addition is a tennis ball filled with plaster or grout etc... add a brass 1/4 20 bolt with a :
2pcs Knurling Washer Camera 1/4" Screw Nut fr Hot Cold Shoe Bolt Mount Bracket (Ebay $5)
This allows gripping "eagle claw" dead center bottom of camera. Elbows are tight into body and two hands touch.
Another trick... invert the camera press against the forehead (preferably your own! :D ) use eye view and fire the camera with the left thumb. the thumb is rather independent of the fingers and so does not cause the same last moment motion that the index finger does. Comments welcome....
Nov 2, 2015 09:08:02 #
Sage36
Loc: Northern Wyoming
I have bought several of the Lumix FZ bridge cameras for both myself and my family. One son still is using one that is about 6 or 7 years old and uses it a lot. I now have the FZ 70, which is good, but when I can no longer carry my Pentax cameras with long heavy zoom lenses, I will get an updated version. The FZ 100 has excellent reviews and now that it is a year or so out, is in the $350-400 & has a 24x zoom which is equal to a 500 or so lens. Their image stabilization is really quite good.
Nov 2, 2015 09:40:11 #
Sage36 wrote:
I have bought several of the Lumix FZ bridge camer... (show quote)
FWIW. If the current LUMIX FZ cameras are physically similar to the one which I have (FZ15), then I highly recommend them for also being comfortable to grip & well balanced in the hand ... almost effortless to use, IMO.
Nov 2, 2015 10:51:19 #
Having run thru 7 P & S Cameras, the latest a Canon G3 X, I find the G3 X far superior in photographing wildlife. Even though it lacks a viewfinder it works out well using a monopod particularly at a longer zoom such as the 25X. I have photographed hummingbirds and been able to severely crop photos shot at a longer distance with good resolution, much better than with a Canon SX60. I would attach a couple of photos, but am unfamiliar with the process of how to do that. Shooting using a burst mode works out well to capture unusual shots such as a hummingbird with its tongue extended or catching small insects in flight.
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