Hi, First time poster..be gentle with me...
Feb 9, 2016 13:17:38 #
HI! I have been lurking for a long time, but, never posted. Sometimes, y'all scare me. But, I need Help! Going to Israel. Cannot take my Nikon D7000. Need smaller and lighter camera. I have done my homework, read the searches here, visited websites. I just end up confused. I am a slightly advanced beginner. I don't understand all the technical specs.
Here is what I am trying to get close to....a camera that will give me good pics like I get from my D7000, has a View Finder, enough megapixels that I can crop as needed. I mostly use my 18-200 lens. I don't understand the zoom languages so I can't compare to what I have to know what I am getting. Don't understand 60x, etc. Does not have to fit in pocket, but, at least my purse. Is there a good reason to consider mirrorless?
My preferred budget is $500-$600. But, if I needed I can go to $800. I am NOT stuck on brand. Although, I would think Nikon would be helpful because I am familiar with the language. Hope I have given enough info for y'all to help me.
Here is what I am trying to get close to....a camera that will give me good pics like I get from my D7000, has a View Finder, enough megapixels that I can crop as needed. I mostly use my 18-200 lens. I don't understand the zoom languages so I can't compare to what I have to know what I am getting. Don't understand 60x, etc. Does not have to fit in pocket, but, at least my purse. Is there a good reason to consider mirrorless?
My preferred budget is $500-$600. But, if I needed I can go to $800. I am NOT stuck on brand. Although, I would think Nikon would be helpful because I am familiar with the language. Hope I have given enough info for y'all to help me.
Feb 9, 2016 13:38:52 #
Ladybugjf wrote:
HI! I have been lurking for a long time, but, neve... (show quote)
My recommendation, Canon G15/16, probably a little short on the zoom but you get a view finder and RAW capability, never disappointed when I take only my G15 with me.
Feb 9, 2016 13:43:01 #
Welcome to the Hog Ladybug, look into a Canon SX50, plenty of zoom, small and lightweight.
Feb 9, 2016 16:34:52 #
They are out of stock, now, but the SX 50 HS refurbished goes for about 150.00. This is the camera that stays in my car all the time.
http://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/powershot-sx50-hs-refurbished
Check a couple of times a day. They are frequently offered.
http://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/powershot-sx50-hs-refurbished
Check a couple of times a day. They are frequently offered.
Feb 9, 2016 17:57:19 #
The Canon SX60 and SX540 are both very good point and shoot cameras for under $450. They both have the top of the line Canon Digic 6 processor and both have over 1000 MM of zoom, and they don't look like a toy.
Feb 9, 2016 18:11:22 #
My suggestion is save your money, you already have a camera and lens combo that you know and love, take the D7000. Buy ourself a nice comfortable sling strap and you won't be saying "I wish I had brought the D7000.
Feb 9, 2016 18:36:44 #
Feb 10, 2016 05:34:00 #
joehel2 wrote:
My suggestion is save your money, you already have a camera and lens combo that you know and love, take the D7000. Buy ourself a nice comfortable sling strap and you won't be saying "I wish I had brought the D7000.
:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
Feb 10, 2016 05:58:42 #
Ladybugjf wrote:
Cannot take my Nikon D7000.
Why? Go through partners luggage chuck out what you feel is surplus to requirements and pop your Nikon in their bag.
Next problem please!!!
Feb 10, 2016 06:00:57 #
joehel2 wrote:
My suggestion is save your money, you already have a camera and lens combo that you know and love, take the D7000. Buy ourself a nice comfortable sling strap and you won't be saying "I wish I had brought the D7000.
Agree with this, but if you just don't want to take your D7000, and you want to stay with Nikon. Then the Nikon Coolpix P7100 is a very nice camera. Shoots RAW is slightly larger than a shirt pocket. I've had this camera for years, they may have a newer model now. Retails for about $400, has the same Nikon menu system as the D7000 so you will already be familiar with it. It even has a tilt screen for those low shots.
Feb 10, 2016 06:36:38 #
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
Consider a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100
You should have one of these anyway! See my results here. http://www.flickr.com/photos/87993880@N04/sets/72157655265937761
Feb 10, 2016 07:39:22 #
par4fore wrote:
You should have one of these anyway! See my results here. http://www.flickr.com/photos/87993880@N04/sets/72157655265937761
So these are pretty average touristy shots that can be achieved with any camera, shooter or even a cell phone. If you are familiar with Nikon, stay with that system if possible. Just my opinion of course.
Feb 10, 2016 08:07:09 #
You are not familiar with the zoom language. X50 means that the largest zoom is 50 times the smallest one of your camera. Imagine your smallest one is 20 mm. The 50X20 means that it is a 1000 mm camera. If it is 25, that means 50X25. It is a 1250 mm camera to its largest zoom.
Is it more easy to understand?
Is it more easy to understand?
Feb 10, 2016 08:29:41 #
Billyspad wrote:
Why? Go through partners luggage chuck out what you feel is surplus to requirements and pop your Nikon in their bag.
Next problem please!!!
Next problem please!!!
Billy, remind me never to travel with you. 8-)
--Bob
Feb 10, 2016 08:35:05 #
Ladybugjf wrote:
HI! I have been lurking for a long time, but, neve... (show quote)
Basically, you can't go wrong. The name brand makers are not selling any junk. Before you spend your money, read some comparisons and decide what features are important to you? GPS, Wi-Fi? In-camera panorama?
(Reviews) http://www.youtube.com/user/TheCameraStoreTV/videos
http://camerasize.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
http://snapsort.com/compare
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras?utm_campaign=internal-link&utm_source=mainmenu&utm_medium=text&ref=mainmenu
http://www.imaging-resource.com/cameras/compare/
Best compact cameras for $500 -
http://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=compact%20cameras%20for%20%24500
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