Advanced “Point and Shoot” Camera
Nov 7, 2022 23:59:46 #
OldSchool-WI
Loc: Brandon, Wisconsin 53919
lyndacast wrote:
I am a Nikon (d500 and z50) user but am in the mar... (show quote)
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Dear primary poster: You have not expressed the megapixels you desire. That would determine the vintage for your P&Shoot. For instance a Nikon CoolPix 7900 is 7megaixels and a very handy little camera. (Attached photo to show small size of Nikon CP7900--7mpixel--P&S)
Photo of Nikon CoolPix 7900---7megapixels in palm o hand
Nov 8, 2022 04:19:51 #
hookedupin2005
Loc: Northwestern New Mexico
coolhanduke wrote:
Check out the discussion on the iPhone 14 Pro as a P & S solution or option.
I am very happy with the results and eliminated my thoughts of buying a P & S to leave my Nikons behind.
I am very happy with the results and eliminated my thoughts of buying a P & S to leave my Nikons behind.
She stated that the budget was $4oo-$800... not even close to what a 14 Pro would cost.
Nov 8, 2022 05:25:17 #
Basil_O wrote:
lyndacast,
The Sony RX100 III does have an attached viewfinder that pops up from the top of the camera. I use it occasionally when the sun is too bright to compose with the rear screen. My only complaint about is that when you retract it back into the body, the camera powers down. Sony logic is sometimes hard to decipher. That aside, it is a wonderful little camera that I carry with me almost everywhere.
The Sony RX100 III does have an attached viewfinder that pops up from the top of the camera. I use it occasionally when the sun is too bright to compose with the rear screen. My only complaint about is that when you retract it back into the body, the camera powers down. Sony logic is sometimes hard to decipher. That aside, it is a wonderful little camera that I carry with me almost everywhere.
While not ideal, the firmware update to the RX100 III did provide a workaround to the camera powering down when retracting the viewfinder. When retracting the viewfinder, press the power off button, and the camera will not power off. It takes a little practice to get the timing for this, but it work. Again, though, not ideal, but.....
Nov 8, 2022 08:53:54 #
AndyT wrote:
I have the Panasonic ZS 100. It's quite small, has a 25-250mm F/2.8-5.9 lens that retracts 95% back into the body. It has a viewfinder, that even though it's quite small it still lets you review photos through it when your out in the sun. As mentioned by another hog, there is now a zs 200 out, so you might get a decent price if you can find one. It's a 20 mp 1" sensor that I find very capable. It also has a small pop up flash.
Thanks, Andy….this is exactly what I ordered!
Nov 8, 2022 09:03:20 #
Every so often, I do a search for a compact camera with a viewfinder, raw capability, and a built-in zoom lens. I'm never satisfied with the results. Either the price or the features disappoint me. Why can't someone make a perfect, inexpensive camera? 
Nov 8, 2022 10:40:24 #
nealbralley
Loc: Kansas
Too many folks are hung-up on “technology,” and have forgotten that the real purpose of the camera is to render a nice image.
Nov 8, 2022 11:51:14 #
DaveyDitzer
Loc: Western PA
lyndacast wrote:
I am a Nikon (d500 and z50) user but am in the mar... (show quote)
You might check for a used Nikon P7800. I have one and it's perfect according to your description. It also shoots RAW and video if these are important. Fully articulating rear screen.
Nov 8, 2022 13:21:40 #
I absolutely love the quality and convenience of my Canon G7x. It doesn't have a viewfinder. I don't need / want one, but you might. I use it as follows, set to the wide end of the zoom, and F/2.8 aperture priority with a moderate range of auto ISO. Because of this I know what will be in the frame, and never look at the LCD except for review.
This is especially good for kids, pets and street type pictures because the camera can easily be placed much lower than usual (for an eye level view finder) This works very well for me. The AF is surprisingly reliable.
Fits in a pocket, 20 MP.
This may not work for others but my pictures are better for it. Especially children & Pets where viewpoint is so important, and I can't get down there fast enough with bigger cameras. I think all major brands offer something like this, but not all are f/2.8 which I think helps for the way I use it.
This is especially good for kids, pets and street type pictures because the camera can easily be placed much lower than usual (for an eye level view finder) This works very well for me. The AF is surprisingly reliable.
Fits in a pocket, 20 MP.
This may not work for others but my pictures are better for it. Especially children & Pets where viewpoint is so important, and I can't get down there fast enough with bigger cameras. I think all major brands offer something like this, but not all are f/2.8 which I think helps for the way I use it.
Nov 8, 2022 14:27:11 #
Nov 8, 2022 14:38:17 #
Nov 8, 2022 14:43:11 #
hookedupin2005 wrote:
She stated that the budget was $4oo-$800... not even close to what a 14 Pro would cost.
It is entirely possible that some people will find an iPhone 14 Pro to be an absolute bargain if they ALSO need a new phone.
I'd rather spend money for a great iPhone 14 Pro than for a low end iPhone and a point-and-shoot camera, if all I want to do is carry ONE thing. That's because the iPhone 14 Pro will do so many other things than just be a camera! (Substitute your choice of high end Android phone with great cameras if you don't use iOS phones.)
Nov 8, 2022 15:50:14 #
You might consider and older Panasonic P&S like a LX2 or LX5 which cost around $100 used. Unfortunately they don't have rangefinders but are handy P&S and I believe you can shoot video with them.
Nov 8, 2022 16:22:38 #
Nov 8, 2022 16:27:22 #
lyndacast wrote:
I am a Nikon (d500 and z50) user but am in the mar... (show quote)
Get last year's top of the line smart phone...does not matter if it is Galaxy, IPhone or Pixel. You won't regret it.
Nov 8, 2022 19:47:58 #
OldSchool-WI
Loc: Brandon, Wisconsin 53919
nealbralley wrote:
Too many folks are hung-up on “technology,” and have forgotten that the real purpose of the camera is to render a nice image.
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