Bridge camera
Nov 11, 2017 07:46:15 #
The FZ 300 has a Leica f2.8 constant aperture throughout it's 25- 600 range. Even though it has a small sensor it beats many of the larger sensor cameras in most camera comparison reviews.
Nov 11, 2017 08:18:09 #
foodie65 wrote:
DSLR?? Point & shoot??
Need more information.
Need more information.
By definition, a bridge camera is not a DSLR.
Nov 11, 2017 08:53:51 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
canuck wrote:
Any suggestion for a bridge camera not more than $1.000.00
Sony HX400V
Sony HX50V
Sony HX90V
Sony RX100M2, M3, M4, M5
Nov 11, 2017 08:57:37 #
tomad
Loc: North Carolina
canuck wrote:
Any suggestion for a bridge camera not more than $1.000.00
At least two more questions need to be answered:
Is long zoom important?
Is size important, i.e. do you want a small pocketable camera?
If long zoom is not important and small size is not important, imho the best bridge camera out there in your price range is the Sony RX10 either version 1 or 2.
If long zoom is not important but small size is then the Sony RX100 is the best bridge camera in that price range.
If small size is important and medium zoom is enough then the Panasonic ZS100 is one of the best bridge cameras.
If long zoom is important, small size is out and there are many good choices, as mentioned in other posts above.
Nov 11, 2017 09:05:18 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
Rab-Eye wrote:
By definition, a bridge camera is not a DSLR.
Quite right, it is a camera that can be used to take pictures of bridges.
Nov 11, 2017 09:06:35 #
I have used the Canon G3 X now for about 2 years and love it. The only feature that it lacks is the viewfinder, but that has not been a problem for me. It has been great for capturing things like hummingbirds, and cropping photos still having good quality prints. I have taken many photos with the camera mounted on a monopod with good results, and easy to use.
Nov 11, 2017 09:28:42 #
canuck wrote:
Any suggestion for a bridge camera not more than $1.000.00
try these websites for comparison and see which cameras are mentioned more than the others; then look at the features you want and decide which one to buy.
http://www.techradar.com/news/photography-video-capture/cameras/best-bridge-camera-1259503
https://www.pcmag.com/roundup/348745/the-best-bridge-cameras
http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/buying-advice/best-bridge-cameras-2017-105767
https://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-bridge-cameras,review-2212.html
https://www.ephotozine.com/article/top-11-best-ultra-zoom-bridge-digital-cameras-2017-16928
Just as a quick observation, it seems the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 comes out on top more than the others AND this is based on your criteria of it being less than $1000.
Nov 11, 2017 09:44:39 #
ballsafire
Loc: Lafayette, Louisiana
usnpilot wrote:
For a bridge camera I have the Sony HX 400. 1200mm zoom Zeiss lens, about $600. No post processing done.
I have the HX 100 -- and satisfied with it-- why not try a used one first? There are many choices!
Nov 11, 2017 09:48:48 #
Nov 11, 2017 10:23:09 #
The Lumix FZ 1000 is the best of the Bridge cameras Leica 25 to 400 zoom lens, Raw /JPEG, 1inch sensor. 5 way anti vibration and superb cine if you want it. The stills are as good if not better than many quality DSLRs Handle it if you can to see if it feels right. Buy from B&H or Adorama. Refurbished from a trusted source May be a start
Nov 11, 2017 10:26:35 #
Nov 11, 2017 10:45:56 #
Doddy wrote:
Nikon p900 seems popular..and its got the biggest zoom on the market.
But it's extremely heavy and has no hot shoe.
Nov 11, 2017 10:48:28 #
If I was in the market for a long zoom bridge camera, I would get the Sony RX series, I thing their a little over 1 grand though.
Nov 11, 2017 10:48:30 #
I had a Lumix FZ1000. it's an awesome camera with it's larger 1" sensor. not to good for macro. but great for everything else.
Nov 11, 2017 11:35:28 #
usnpilot wrote:
For a bridge camera I have the Sony HX 400. 1200mm zoom Zeiss lens, about $600. No post processing done.
I currently own and like my Canon SX50, it has been super ceded by the SX 60. But if I had the $$$ I would get the Sony HX 400. Hard to beat the Zeiss lens.
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