delder Loc: Maryland

I looked the Nezini Camera 📷 up on Amazon. It is basically a Point & Shoot with BOTH a Sreen & a through body viewfinder.
It is in a "Retro" case with a function knob. @ $119, it will not break the bank, but I would not expect stellar performance.
The addition of the viewfinder DOES help solve for use in bright 🌞 sunlight.

delder Loc: Maryland

This is a great idea 💡!
I got a deal on my barely used D3100 w. 2 DS ZOOM lenses for under $200. This is just above the price range of the requested camera 📷.

Bohica Loc: SE Coast of NC

Had a similar request, My 9 yr old has become fascinatted with my old film cameras, she wants a film camera with interchangeable lens, AF, built in flash, easy to use but can use in manual as she learns more about apertures and shutter speeds. For $18 including shipping, I got he a Nikon N50 with 35-70 AF zoom. She's on her second roll of film and eagerly awaiting the call that her pics are ready

delder Loc: Maryland

THIS is a heartwarming story. It appears that Film is the new Vinyl!

PHRubin Loc: Nashville TN USA

First of all, phone cameras have gotten pretty good. While I love the 2 Panasonic pocketable models I own (Lumix DMC-ZS100, DCZS80), I wonder how much better they are than the best cell phone cameras. The 80 has a wider zoom range, the 100 has a better 1" sensor. Compare those 2 here:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/compare/Panasonic_DMC-ZS100_vs_Panasonic_DC-ZS80/BHitems/1211983-REG_1737440-REG
Sony make a more expensive model with 1" sensor, the DSC-RX100 VII.
There are many other models and other brands, some with wider lenses with less zoom range. I wouldn't consider any model that doesn't have a viewfinder.

Bridge cameras offer a wide range of focal lengths in a medium size package, all in one lens. Technically, they have 1/2.3" sensors, but there are also models with better 1" sensors but with less zoom range. I love my old Canon SX50 HS, now a SX70 HS. There are many competing brands with varying differences. Nikon has the widest zoom range with the COOLPIX P1000 and P950, but I haven't heard much about them.
As far as those with 1" sensors, Panasonic makes 2, the Lumix DMC-FZ2500 and the Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. Sony makes the much more expensive Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV.
While the Sony models are considered a better camera, it has been said the menu system is difficult to follow and their prices are high.

The best cameras are the Interchangeable Lens Cameras (ILCs), the DSLR and mirrorless models. Note that once the first camera is chosen with flash and other accessories, one tends to be married to the brand, at least to keep using the flash, lenses, and so on. Mirrorless is the new standard while DSLRs can be had for less. Lenses made for DSLRs can later be used on mirrorless models with an adapter. One must also decide between full frame and APS-C (crop) models, but that is for a later discussion.

srt101fan

There were many great photographs taken that involved no or minimal manipulation. (How much did slide film shooters manipulate their photos?)

You seem to totally ignore the creative effort a good photographer puts in before he/she even releases the shutter.....

larryepage Loc: North Texas area

Please remember...this is an equipment and post-processing forum, not a photography forum.

CaptCurt

A Used Nikon D750 With A 18-200mm. Hell of a camera and the price is down because of Mirrorless. Look at KEH.com

The Nikon D750 is a semi-pro level camera with an extensive set of features & capabilities. It has a weather sealed magnesium alloy body with a 24MP full-frame CMOS sensor inside. This camera can support burst up to 6.5 fps which is great for action photography. The viewfinder is large and has 51 autofocus points (with 15 cross type) which is also great for action. On the back there's a tilting 3.2'' 1,229,000 dot display which allows for easy shooting from n tough to reach positions. It also supports 1080p video, wifi connectivity, and dual SD cards. This is a great all around camera, it's perfect for nearly every type of photography.

jstet

Whenever I'm asked this question, I have the only response. I ask, "What kind of results are you looking for? That is, do you simply intend to share pictures via email or text messages, or is it your ultimate intent to develop editing proficiency and produce prints. If the answer is the former - get a new iPhone with their great photo capabilities. If the latter, DO NOT purchase an entry level camera; rather go for some in the mid-price range. Few photographers need pro=level cameras, but entry level units may not have enough features in a very short time.

Think about a used camera from a reputable dealer like Keh Camera. You can get excellent quality units at a fraction of the price of new equipment. And remember, quality lenses may be mor important than very expensive camera bodies.

gvarner Loc: Central Oregon Coast

Oh geez, arguing for argument's sake. One might say that you’re ignoring the creativity that goes in during post processing but I won’t point out that rather obvious fact. Computer literacy allows you to make inane commentary on this forum.

dwermske

WRONG! I think if you look it is the "Main Photography Forum".

larryepage Loc: North Texas area

Talking real life, not labels.

BebuLamar

And no NEZINI will ever provide controls of ISO/Aperture and Shutter speed.

srt101fan

???

MDI Mainer

PS I like the 18-55 simply because I think the "power zoom" function of the 16-50 is a nuisance, but the 16-50 is a bit smaller and lighter.