Small Digital with Zoom Under $1000
Feb 25, 2017 21:43:35 #
I'm going to bite the bullet and buy a decent small camera. I have lugged around my heavy digital SLR equipment when I could have gotten by with something smaller. I've been researching here and on the Internet and bounce from one choice to another. I would like a decent zoom, good low light ability, no major focus issues etc. I guess I want what most want; a high quality full sized SLR but shrunk <lol>. I'd like to stay under $1,000 if I can. If any hogs have already been through this search (recently), let me know what you decided on and why. It would be much appreciated as I value the opinions of those in this group.
Feb 25, 2017 22:10:28 #
Take a look at Panasonic DMC ZS100 has a zoom to 250 and a 1" sensor.. A have friend that did extacly what you are thinking of doing and he can't get over the difference. The difference is IQ is not that great he says unless you blow thme up to 16X20. His 'regular' camera is a Nikon D810 with a half dozen lens. It rarely comes out now.
https://www.dpreview.com/products/panasonic/compacts/panasonic_dmczs100
Good luck on you search
https://www.dpreview.com/products/panasonic/compacts/panasonic_dmczs100
Good luck on you search
Feb 25, 2017 22:29:48 #
cpeter234
Loc: WA state Lost in South Boston, VA
After considerable reading and pondering I recently went with a Panasonic LUMIX. There is a wide range of models (prices) available. I have been VERY pleased!
Feb 26, 2017 04:13:10 #
Feb 26, 2017 05:49:25 #
Pocket super-zooms are there 24/7 to take the "of the moment" photos... no one carries 40# bag of glass around.
Feb 26, 2017 05:59:18 #
try a sony, canon, or Nikon bridge. when well learned, they are quite remarkable.
Feb 26, 2017 08:33:02 #
Canonman333 wrote:
I'm going to bite the bullet and buy a decent smal... (show quote)
I got the Sony A6000 on sale for $548 - very nice little camera with interchangeable lenses. Here are links to more.
https://www.ephotozine.com/article/top-10-best-pocket-zoom---travel-zoom-cameras-2016-19720
https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/2016-roundup-consumer-long-zoom-compacts
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/2016-roundup-compact-enthusiast-zoom-cameras
https://www.ephotozine.com/article/top-10-best-pocket-zoom-digital-cameras-2015-19720
http://www.dpreview.com/articles/0692551582/2015-roundup-advanced-zoom-compacts/01
Feb 26, 2017 09:14:53 #
I dunno, I'm 86 with an iffy heart and I still have no trouble carrying my leather plumbers bag with my Canon 40d and several lens.
Feb 26, 2017 09:47:25 #
Canonman333 wrote:
I'm going to bite the bullet and buy a decent smal... (show quote)
To fit all your requirements: Canon G3-X
Feb 26, 2017 10:12:34 #
Feb 26, 2017 10:24:59 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
Canonman333 wrote:
I'm going to bite the bullet and buy a decent smal... (show quote)
Sony RX 100 series are excellent camera's, they are so popular Sony offers new ones of the II, II, IV, and now the V. I own the II cause I can mount a flash on it. You can get every model except probably the V off ebay Mint in the box and save your self some cash. Also the Sony HX series, my favorite is the HX 50V, zoom lens from about 24mm to 750 mm. Also has a flash shoe. The RX series tend to be better built but you are also paying for it, but, the up side is that this RX series holds it's value well. Especially if you buy Mint off ebay, buy, shoot it for a couple years and resale on ebay for minimal money loss, now you can't go wrong with this series. A much shorter zoom range with the RX series but SHARP, SHARP, SHARP. The II has a little more of a zoom range than the III, IV, or V. Most of those are in the 24-70 mm range. the II gives you about 30mm more on the upper end of the zoom. Good luck.
Feb 26, 2017 10:58:01 #
Fuji announced the XT-20 which will be available at the end of February, 2017. This small form factor mirrorless gem has the same sensor 24.3 as Fuji's flagship the XT-2. The Fuji XT-20 takes 4K video and has film simulations like its big brother the XT-2. Finally, the XT-20 lists for $899 and with a 18 to 55mm lens (equivalent to 27 to about 80) it costs $1,199.
Feb 26, 2017 11:15:43 #
Picture Taker
Loc: Michigan Thumb
I have been using a Tamron 28-300mm and find it great. I had a 18-300mm and found (from Tamron) that the 280-300mm is much faster focusing
If you can go to a store and try them out. The 18 is fine if you don't need fast focus.
If you can go to a store and try them out. The 18 is fine if you don't need fast focus.
Feb 26, 2017 11:28:44 #
Patrick9
Loc: Muncie, IN
For me, it was a question of choosing between the Sony RX 100 and the Panasonic ZS 100. I choose the Panasonic and could not be happier.
Feb 26, 2017 12:43:55 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
hrblaine wrote:
I dunno, I'm 86 with an iffy heart and I still have no trouble carrying my leather plumbers bag with my Canon 40d and several lens.
Agree, although I understand the convenience of a smaller walk around body and lens. I try to minimize the lenses I carry with me for my 7D Mark II when I'm out and about. If I'm primarily going to be indoors I take my EF 35mm f/2 IS USM or my Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8. If primarily outdoors I'll take, depending on destination, either my EFs 15-85 or my EF 70-200 f/4L IS USM and shove my EF 50mm f/1.8 USM in my pocket. However, I'm still dragging between 3 and 4 pounds of gear with me , not including extra batteries and case. There are times when a small 20+ oz camera/lenses combo sounds appealing.
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