point and shoot camera: I am actively looking for a long zoom point and shoot camera for travel. I already have semi professional camera like Nikon D810. It is kind of heavy for...

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Feb 18, 2019 20:16:27 #

dandekarv Loc: Lake Forest, Ca, US

I am actively looking for a long zoom point and shoot camera for travel. I already have semi professional camera like Nikon D810. It is kind of heavy for travel. I had been debating between Canon
SX70 HS (65X) and Nikon B700 (60X).
I looked at snap and sort web site. There point system gives more points for popularity, which is not a considerable feature for me. I am looking for a good image quality and long zoom at least 60X. Price range around $500.
Can expert and experience members of this group help me select either of these two or a better choice within my price range and preferably 60X or longer zoom.

Appreciate all the help I can get.

Thanks

Vasant

Feb 18, 2019 20:36:33 #

SkyKing Loc: Thompson Ridge, NY

...Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 has LEICA DC Lens – F2.8-4.0 25-400mm for just under $500...

Feb 18, 2019 20:42:18 #

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

Canon SX60, and Panasonic FZ80. These two shoot JPEG and RAW, have very long focal lengths, a viewfinder and hot shoe. I think the newest Canon SX70, does not have a hot shoe for an external flash unit? The above mentioned cameras should cost below $500.

Feb 18, 2019 20:45:38 #

dandekarv Loc: Lake Forest, Ca, US

Thanks. I will look into it

Vasant

Feb 18, 2019 20:46:53 #

BebuLamar

Nikon P1000 with a very large zoom range.

Feb 18, 2019 21:44:11 #

Strodav Loc: Houston, Tx

Nikon, Canon, Sony, Panasonic all make good products. My birding groups are very high on the P900. It's right around $500 on Amazon and has 63x zoom. The newer P1000 is closer to $1k. Personally, I like the Panasonic Lumix series and you might want to look at the FZ80 at 60x zoom for about $300.

Feb 18, 2019 23:23:57 #

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

The Canon SX70, does not have a hot shoe for an external flash unit. Only a pop up flash. A bummer, IMO. The SX60 has a hot shoe. And the Panasonic FZ80.

Feb 19, 2019 00:54:58 #

IDguy Loc: Idaho

dandekarv wrote:

I am actively looking for a long zoom point and sh... (show quote)

Get a refurb Nikon D5600. Your lenses will fit.

Or if you really want zoom the Nikon P1000 is best. You may find a refurbished P900 more in your price range.

https://www.cameta.com/Nikon-Coolpix-P900-Wi-Fi-83x-Zoom-Digital-Camera-Factory-Refurbished-93619.cfm

Feb 19, 2019 02:28:06 #

Doddy Loc: Barnard Castle-England

Panasonic FZ80, 60 zoom, with raw and jpeg, and 4k recording..excellent write ups.

Feb 19, 2019 06:28:27 #

E4Mafia Loc: Knoxville, TN

Canon powershot sx60.

*stolen from a description*

With Canon's Power Shot SX60 HS digital camera, you will zoom like never before to see craters on the moon, wildlife from afar and your child's face on a crowded school stage. The Power Shot SX60 HS gives you the reach to capture it all. The camera's astonishing 65x optical zoom (21mm-1365mm) wide-angle lens with Optical Image Stabilizer combine tremendous flexibility with portable ease. A 16.1 megapixel high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and Canon's latest DIGIC 6 image processor together create the Canon HS System for excellent low-light performance. Advanced technology including Zoom Framing Assist and Intelligent IS help you track and capture clear, steady long shots. Shoot realistic 1080p full HD video recorded at 60p. USM and VCM technology help ensure fast, silent zooming and focus during recording, and, in a first for a Power Shot model, you can attach an optional external microphone. Quickly share everything you capture. The Power Shot SX60 HS is Wi-Fi and NFC enabled with an easy Mobile Device Connect button.

Feb 19, 2019 07:17:03 #

thebeez2 Loc: Delaware

Do you want/need a viewfinder? Some of the cameras mentioned do not have viewfinders and rely on a back screen. I find the back screen difficult to use in bright sunlight. I know I’m not using the proper terms—feel free to correct me!

Feb 19, 2019 07:59:59 #

dsmeltz Loc: Philadelphia

dandekarv wrote:

I am actively looking for a long zoom point and sh... (show quote)

The B700 has been replaced by the A900. While I am a Canon shooter, if you are already comfortable and plan to keep your D810, I would recommend sticking with you brand. The A900 is under $400 new.

Feb 19, 2019 08:41:16 #

dandekarv Loc: Lake Forest, Ca, US

BebuLamar wrote:

Nikon P1000 with a very large zoom range.

Have you personally used it? What is your experience? I was very much interested in this camera but I was concerned about two things. Price and one of the reviews I read said that the images quality deteriorates at high zoom.

Feb 19, 2019 08:43:16 #

dandekarv Loc: Lake Forest, Ca, US

IDguy wrote:

One of the problem with approach is that my 150-600 lens is very heavy to take on travel. That is the reason I am looking into point and shoot.

Thanks for the reply

Feb 19, 2019 08:44:15 #

dandekarv Loc: Lake Forest, Ca, US

SkyKing wrote:

...Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 has LEICA DC Lens – F2.8-4.0 25-400mm for just under $500...

I heard good deal about Lumix cameras. i will look into it

Thanks for the reply

Vasant

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