markngolf Loc: Bridgewater, NJ

Hi,
I have two Canon DSLR's and 4 lenses. I recently (August) purchased the Sony bridge camera, RX10 IV. It is expensive and it takes a while to learn the vast menu system, but it is a fantastic camera that produces sharp, accurate color images, has a Zeiss lens with a 24- 600mm zoom.
https://www.dpreview.com/videos/6290579546/dpreview-tv-sony-rx10-iv-review
Mark

chapjohn Loc: Tigard, Oregon

Regarding your Sony HX50 lens...it is Sony G glass with is better glass than Zeiss. It is a mistake to blame the lens on this camera. The camera may need a good cleaning, but that might cost as much as the camera is worth now. My HX5v is still producing good images. I gave it to my mom because I moved the RX100ii as my small camera.

scsdesphotography Loc: Southeastern Michigan

[quote=Bogy2830]Greetings,
I am a active grandmother who likes to take photographs, mostly of landscapes and people, especially my grandkids at their music events and everywhere else.
I am using a Sony DSC-HX50 that I purchased shortly after they came out. I am strongly disappointed with the picture quality and very rarely get a nice crisp picture. I often wonder if it is because this particular camera did not come with the Zeiss Lens feature. My previous Sony was a DSC-H10 with the Zeiss lens that I loved and just plain wore out.
I am not an expert by any means, I just love getting a great crisp picture of family and landscapes.
I have always used Sony but I find it a little disconcerting that Ugly Hedgehog bloggers are predominantly Nikon users, only because Sony has always been my brand of choice. My daughter has a Nikon DSLR 3200 and loves it and says I should go this route, but I don't know if I want to be bothered changing lenses.
So, if I upgrade.....what should I consider. Is Sony the answer or should I look for a different brand. Would prefer to stay with a bridge camera concept.

Hi Bogy2830, I'm a Nikon shooter, so here is my suggestion. If you buy a Nikon D3x00 series camera similar to your daughter's, then you two will be able to share information and equipment. If your on a low budget, get a previously owned one from a reliable vendor. As far as switching lenses go, get a 18-200 zoom or something similar and you will probably never need to switch it out. All modern cameras are capable of producing clear sharp images, so make your choice based on ergonomics and convivence. But, remember this, almost all image problems can be traced back to the photographer not the equipment. So whatever you choose, it's important to nail down good shooting technique. Have fun!

GrandmaG Loc: Flat Rock, MI

Since you like Sony, I would suggest the RX100 if you want a very small camera. I have v3 and the newest is v6. Expensive but it takes awesome pictures. For a camera with interchangeable lenses. I loved the a6000 with an 18-105/4 and a 35/1.8 lens (although there are newer versions now (6300 & 6500).

Good luck

bnsf

Sony rx10m4 if you want to spend the money. It will set you back $1598.98.

cambriaman Loc: Central CA Coast

I shoot Nikon, Canon and Sony. The Sony I use is the NCX-5 mirrorless that I got when they closed them out when going to the

Alpha series. I was impressed with the clarity of the images and I understand the alpha series is even crisper. I had not used a swing out mirror camera before and found it great for my grandkids images. I would not feat going to Sony.

PHRubin Loc: Nashville TN USA

All this info on different cameras is interesting, but I don't know if the problem is the camera or the OP's technique! A sample of a photo not liked with EXIF data would help tremendously.

FWIW - the one beef I have with the Sony DSC-HX400V is no RAW files, if that bothers you. Otherwise, great specs.

bpulv Loc: Buena Park, CA

I can't speak to Sony because the only Sony I have ever owned is a Super-8 movie camera that I bought in the 70's. I have used Nikon for over 50-years, however and I would suggest that you could buy a Nikon DSLR with one lens and stick with that. Remember, your Sony had only one lens and that is all you need if you pick the right lens. As far as the camera body is concerned, the D3200 is now obsolete, so unless you are considering a used camera, the current model is the D3500. For an all-in-one lens, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G ED VR lens gives you everything from very wide angle to telephoto in one package. Although it does not perform to the level of their professional $1,000+ lenses, it will provide the superior sharpness that will more than meet your needs. Additionally, it is a VR (Vibration Reduction) lens, so it will better allow you to capture your grandchildren's quick actions.

Bill P

I cannot believe the problem is the lens. I think you need to look for a cameras with some form of image stabilization. That's likely your problem. Unless of course, you are shooting school plays or games in a poorly lit gym, then you may just need to check the auto ISO settings to give you more sensitivity to give a higher shutter speed.

wetreed

I love Sony they make the best Radios,I also have a Sony point and shoot I really like. I am not here to put down there cameras,but I think you would really enjoy the Nikon d5600 or D7200. I think we can all agree that Nikon is the absolute best in the industry. I hope I a little help to you.

bpulv Loc: Buena Park, CA

The D7200 is obsolete per Nikon USA's website. The current DX models are the D3500, D5600, D7500 and D500.

wetreed

The D7200 is not obsolete. They may be stopping production on it,but it is still available new ,used, or refurbished.

kay55 Loc: NE Ohio

i am in the market for a bridge camera and the rx10 IV is on the top of my list, no one in my area has it in stock (I like to see and hold items like this before purchase) so thank you for the indorsement. any additional information would be appreciated, such as your opinion on the size/weight and picture quality or anything else you think might be helpful.
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dsmeltz Loc: Philadelphia

I am with you on this. Trying to solve a problem based on dissatisfaction with a result is difficult to impossible without knowing what causes the dissatisfaction.

Brokenland

Believe me, it's the camera and NOT the Oper.. for years I've said this time and time again even the oper has admitted it..(Poor quality Images) sony & fujifilm reek with flawed software data integrated within these cameras as the cameras emulate a cookie cutter or paper cutout image.

I've seen more than my share of images on UHH which suggested that either the photographers are using one of three cameras, Sony, Fujifilm or a smart phone. I would really love to point some of these images out, but Just another reason to go Nikon or Canon as their software has been developed to emulate 35mm film quality images. Either you believe it or don't' it's why I'll never purchase a sony camera.