Best compact cameras for beginners or slightly intermediate
Sep 25, 2018 09:50:33 #
It is a mirrorless camera but Olympus has a lot to offer. If interested Olympus has many new and old models that will fit your needs and most probably those of the future.
Any of the old Pen cameras, EPM-2, EP-7, EP-5 just to mention a few will do a great job with the kit lens and the possibility of interchangeable lenses to meet other demands is there.
Just a thought.
Any of the old Pen cameras, EPM-2, EP-7, EP-5 just to mention a few will do a great job with the kit lens and the possibility of interchangeable lenses to meet other demands is there.
Just a thought.
Sep 25, 2018 10:15:40 #
Eva,
I am an advanced enthusiast, and have shot for 50+ years. Last film cameras were Canon A1's and a T90.
Currently have a Panasonic Lumix FZ200 and Panasonic Lumix GX-9. The wife takes beautiful shots of deer in our backyard, hummingbirds, and sunrises, using the FZ200. It is light, fairly compact, fixed lens f2.8 with zoom range about 28-600mm equivalent. Easy to use, but allows some good creativity. Small sensor limits enlargements and tesolution, but good for its size.
The GX-9 has a M43 size sensor. I bought it with 24-70mm equivalent lens f2.8, and an 85mm equivalent f1.2 Nocticron lens (for night and/or portrait work). Told dealer to keep the lit lens and he took $200 off camera price. The GX-9 is incredible: I am extremely happy with it.
I wanted a relatively small and light ILC with post focus and sequential capabilities, and the GX-9 is the only camera in the size/weight/price class that meets my needs. Full frame SLR cameras and lenses are too bulky and heavy, and I feel M43 is THE way to go if you are not a full time pro.
Good luck!!
I am an advanced enthusiast, and have shot for 50+ years. Last film cameras were Canon A1's and a T90.
Currently have a Panasonic Lumix FZ200 and Panasonic Lumix GX-9. The wife takes beautiful shots of deer in our backyard, hummingbirds, and sunrises, using the FZ200. It is light, fairly compact, fixed lens f2.8 with zoom range about 28-600mm equivalent. Easy to use, but allows some good creativity. Small sensor limits enlargements and tesolution, but good for its size.
The GX-9 has a M43 size sensor. I bought it with 24-70mm equivalent lens f2.8, and an 85mm equivalent f1.2 Nocticron lens (for night and/or portrait work). Told dealer to keep the lit lens and he took $200 off camera price. The GX-9 is incredible: I am extremely happy with it.
I wanted a relatively small and light ILC with post focus and sequential capabilities, and the GX-9 is the only camera in the size/weight/price class that meets my needs. Full frame SLR cameras and lenses are too bulky and heavy, and I feel M43 is THE way to go if you are not a full time pro.
Good luck!!
Sep 25, 2018 11:04:14 #
tomad
Loc: North Carolina
Eva, If you want an all in one pocket sized camera the the Sony RX100 V/VI or the Panasonic ZS100/200 are your best bets. If you want an interchangeable lens camera that is light weight but very capable with excellent image quality go with a mirrorless camera from Sony, Fujifilm, or Panasonic.
Sep 25, 2018 11:28:14 #
evajohnson wrote:
Hi I have been researching cameras and it is blowing my mind.
From experience, what would be a great compact camera with the best quality pictures?
Don't care for Wifii, or uploading to internet.
Don't need a lot of hupla. Just a great camera.
Would appreciate any advise.
Don't mind learning curve. Need to grow
From experience, what would be a great compact camera with the best quality pictures?
Don't care for Wifii, or uploading to internet.
Don't need a lot of hupla. Just a great camera.
Would appreciate any advise.
Don't mind learning curve. Need to grow
First, I think you should decide WHAT YOU NEED IN A CAMERA, not what you don't. When you know the want parameters, then if there is a good camera store in your area, make a visit and see what's available or as a secondary choice a big box store such as Best Buy. Their inventory volume is usually pretty good and you may even get a sales person that knows what he/she is selling. Then post your specific questions on here.
Sep 25, 2018 11:58:27 #
Take a look at the Olympus Pen F with the EZ lens. It’s light, almost pocket size, does hoopla it not—your choice
Sep 25, 2018 12:17:36 #
Fuji X100F. Advanced point and shoot with a fixed 28mm lens. Tactile buttons and menu not needed very often. Built like a tank and photos are robust, color second to none and APSC sensor. Price is at your quoted $1,199.
Sep 25, 2018 12:23:57 #
Iggi
Loc: Northeast,Tn
Ty , I almost bought Nikon D3400 last night but said B&H wasn't opened, battery life is like 1200 pics.
I will consider this one also.
Have u ever owned Nikon D3400?
Has ^MG
I will consider this one also.
Have u ever owned Nikon D3400?
Has ^MG
Sep 25, 2018 12:24:52 #
Sep 25, 2018 12:25:41 #
I second the nomination of the Sony RX100-M6! Because I test and use travel cameras (see my most recent book, Choosing Great Cameras for Cruises & Tours -Steve Frankel - Amazon, 2018) I test most of my cameras by using them on cruises and tours. The M6 is my trusted companion about 90% of the time. If I know that I'm going to want huge enlargements, shooting in very dim light, or shooting in rain, sandstorms or on the water, I use my Sony a7R ii equipped with a Sony FE 55mm f1.8 lens. Both cameras weigh, together, only about 3 pounds and the M6 can be taken anywhere in front pants pocked.They also share the same menu system which I find relatively easy to use.
Sep 25, 2018 12:26:24 #
Sep 25, 2018 12:28:03 #
Iggi
Loc: Northeast,Tn
Sounds great esp. the experience! Have u ever used a Nikon D3400? What is your opinion?
Sep 25, 2018 12:29:33 #
Sep 25, 2018 12:32:34 #
Iggi
Loc: Northeast,Tn
No I am Ann amateur for sure. I bought Panasonic lumix G85 and it was way over my head a sent back!
Sep 25, 2018 12:46:57 #
Eva, One quick question I don't see addressed above...do you want to be able to change lenses? Several of the cameras mentioned above have a zoom lens permanently installed in the camera. It zooms, but you only have the built-in zoom focal lengths. If you want a camera where you can change lenses, you have to consider which lens or lenses you buy as well as the camera, but there is a very wide range of lenses for most cameras. This would be helpful to know in suggesting cameras for you.
Sep 25, 2018 13:11:26 #
Eva - first, WEELCOME to UHH!
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Compact is a relative term, and the more compact, the more a compromise. However, today's compacts can be quite good and very complex. Not to worry, put any camera on "auto" and it will get marvelous shots much of the time.
For a compact I would recommend the Canon SX60 HS or wait for the just announced SX70 HS. It has a lens with a wide zoom range and takes great photos if you don't print larger than say 11 X 14.
An even smaller camera and considered "pocketable" is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 or DC-ZS200. These are smaller than the SX60 but have a larger sensor for working in lower light and for better pictures. The zoom range, however, isn't as great.
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Compact is a relative term, and the more compact, the more a compromise. However, today's compacts can be quite good and very complex. Not to worry, put any camera on "auto" and it will get marvelous shots much of the time.
For a compact I would recommend the Canon SX60 HS or wait for the just announced SX70 HS. It has a lens with a wide zoom range and takes great photos if you don't print larger than say 11 X 14.
An even smaller camera and considered "pocketable" is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 or DC-ZS200. These are smaller than the SX60 but have a larger sensor for working in lower light and for better pictures. The zoom range, however, isn't as great.
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