Point & Shoot recommendations
Jul 1, 2019 16:39:13 #
Which Panasonic do you have?
The ZS70 has a 1/2.33" sensor, the G9X Mark II has a 1", no viewfinder, limited zoom. My DMC-ZS100 has a 1", viewfinder and 25-250mm zoom (10X)
The ZS70 has a 1/2.33" sensor, the G9X Mark II has a 1", no viewfinder, limited zoom. My DMC-ZS100 has a 1", viewfinder and 25-250mm zoom (10X)
Jul 1, 2019 17:38:36 #
PHRubin wrote:
Which Panasonic do you have?
The ZS70 has a 1/2.33" sensor, the G9X Mark II has a 1", no viewfinder, limited zoom. My DMC-ZS100 has a 1", viewfinder and 25-250mm zoom (10X)
The ZS70 has a 1/2.33" sensor, the G9X Mark II has a 1", no viewfinder, limited zoom. My DMC-ZS100 has a 1", viewfinder and 25-250mm zoom (10X)
I got the ZS70. And that's what I'll be trying to figure out...if I'd rather have more low light capability with the G9X or more zoom with the ZS70.
Jul 2, 2019 13:50:41 #
Personally, having no viewfinder is a deal breaker. Outside in bright daylight they are indespensible.
Best of luck whichever you decide. Let us know your decision.
Best of luck whichever you decide. Let us know your decision.
Jul 2, 2019 15:26:39 #
Another option is a lens or kit from either Moment https://www.shopmoment.com/shop/save-on-sets or Sandmark https://sandmarc.com/ . They both review very well and would be fairly versatile. Also kits can give you more options.
Just a thought
Just a thought
Jul 4, 2019 17:05:28 #
Also consider Panasonic FZ300. Zooms to 600 (who can use 1200mm when hand-holding at low maximum aperture?) and has constant f/2.8 for low light. Downside? Fewer pixels, but that's also a low light advantage because they are bigger pixels. It has enough resolution unless you plan on larger prints.
Jul 14, 2019 22:47:43 #
jules1476 wrote:
I got the ZS70. And that's what I'll be trying to figure out...if I'd rather have more low light capability with the G9X or more zoom with the ZS70.
Hi Jules,
How are you coming on your comparisons of the ZS70 and G9X? I see the price of the ZS70 has dropped to $299. Hope you got this price.
Anxious to hear from you.
Lauretta
Jul 15, 2019 08:52:48 #
le boecere wrote:
Very informative post, Linda. Question:
You stated; "Would the G3X covered most of that? (not the buildings). Yes, except for the low light images. The f-stop range was much less and the glass, while good, was not "L" quality."
Would one of the newer pocket cameras or mirrorless compacts, with f/1.8 been adequate?
You stated; "Would the G3X covered most of that? (not the buildings). Yes, except for the low light images. The f-stop range was much less and the glass, while good, was not "L" quality."
Would one of the newer pocket cameras or mirrorless compacts, with f/1.8 been adequate?
I have looked into mirrorless cameras for the upcoming Iceland trip. I need to do more research. I know for the Northern Lights, I need a fast wide-angle (or a fast extreme wide-angle lens) that doesn't produce "coma"... stars appearing with one area slightly elongated with a point! I returned Canon's 24mm f1.4 had very bad coma. I also need a wide angle for the ice caves. It has to be weather-sealed as it rains a great deal if I go in February.
You are correct about the limited aperture range in the G3X...huge impact!
I will revisit mirrorless...I just love the "feel" of the 5DM4 in my hands...not crazy about the weight with the lens though!! 😂
Jul 16, 2019 16:01:20 #
Texas1833 wrote:
Hi Jules,
How are you coming on your comparisons of the ZS70 and G9X? I see the price of the ZS70 has dropped to $299. Hope you got this price.
Anxious to hear from you.
Lauretta
How are you coming on your comparisons of the ZS70 and G9X? I see the price of the ZS70 has dropped to $299. Hope you got this price.
Anxious to hear from you.
Lauretta
So, I ended up keeping the ZS70. I decided the zoom would be something I would use more than using it in low light and even though I wanted something small to travel with the G9X was just too small. The ZS70 just seems more substantial and the few test shots I've taken so far look really good.
Jul 16, 2019 22:07:15 #
jules1476 wrote:
So, I ended up keeping the ZS70. I decided the zoom would be something I would use more than using it in low light and even though I wanted something small to travel with the G9X was just too small. The ZS70 just seems more substantial and the few test shots I've taken so far look really good.
Thanks for letting me know. I was hoping to hear that it would be the ZS70. It is good to get your opinion.
~Lauretta
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