So much great info, as I expected. Thanks to all. As I said keeping the big guy (D800) with all the "stuff", can't give up the Dslr world completely. Does the Canon SX50 have a viewfinder, or only the LCD?

We have a local locksmith that has replaced a couple Chevy keys. Instead of the dealers $160, it was about 65 bucks, and was programmed as well as the OEM key.

Well, even though it is CANON, it seems that the SX 50 is at the top of the list! Guess I'll head to Best Buy and hold one. Time to list the excess, I guess

As I am retired and both $$ and energy is diminishing, I am thinking of selling my D200, D300 and associated lenses and getting a "bridge" Camera. As I do some event photography (to pay for this hobby), these are all "backup" units. I still have the D800 and the full frame lenses. I'll search for reviews and make a trip to one of the big box stores to see if I find a comfortable one with features that seem essential. was just wondering if anyone has had really great or unhappy experiences with one, especially anyone with moderately large hands!Please feel free to offer suggestions, and thanks to all the hedgehogs for the seemingly endless info that is shared!

I Live 20 minutes south of Boston, would be glad to share a cup of coffee and point out a few sights. Plymouth is a vibrant, pretty area as well as the birthplace of our country.
Waterfire in Providence (google it) is fun and you can get some amazing shots of the fires on the river.You can also take a four hour whale watching cruise from Plymouth and you are practically guaranteed some great photo ops.

Al

I once switched lenses in mid shoot and soon realized I was grasping the focus ring as I waited to Zoom! Dumb, yeh, possible yeh!

Excellent results from MPix, 2-3 day delivery on standard shipping, good quality, Look at Mpix "Pro" service aimed at the pro user, no additional charge.

I have a Nikon D200, does most anything you want, EXCEPT VIDEO! Ergonomically, I find it quite comfortable, although I do not have your arthritis issues. The body alone weighs about 34 OZ. I am selling one in excellent condition, message me if you would like to try it. If it doesn't work for you, no harm done,I'll take it back and return your check.

Raw and Large Fine JPEG. For most of my shots, the JPG is fine, but occasionally I will go back to the raw file. It is great to have the ability to do that.

I have only needed to clean the snsor once in about 10 years As long as you start with a fully charged battery ,I have found "Sensor Swabs" to work well and have little chance for "operator error". I know there are other systems that many use, fortunately I have had no reason to become familiar with them all.

Eneloops 800 MAH AAA from Thomas Batteries

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corrected link!

I use Dropbox on my desktop to send large number of photos. Works very well, free,recipients like it as well.

I use a Tamrack vest or my Cotton Carrier, easiest way for me to carry stuff. Combined with a holster for the camera, I seldom carry the bag with me, although it is in the car with more "stuff".

I don't even take the elastics off my new Nikon straps. They sell on Ebay for 5-10 bucks, cannot figure out why, unless someone is trying to hide their Canon! :-)

I bought it a year or so ago, and like it, especially to carry 2 cameras. I think it was a bit over $100, including the vest, hardware and an extra, holster, which is excellent quality and used frequently. It easily holds my D800 with the 28-300 lens. From their Ad, it seems they have added a few refinements and you can purchase the items/modules that you need. For carrying cameras for any period of time, they work well for me. I still use my camera strap (lug attached) and a small safety attachment for a second camera, but have never had an issue with accidental disconnect.