bi22le
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 09:56 AM |
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Help me choose a camera
Hi all,
I thiought I would ask the amazing knowledge base of LCB, so please help me!
I am considering getting a new digial camera. I have had a Sony for a long time and it worked well but has now stopped working. I was hoping to give
you guys a list of wants and see what you recommend. So . . .
Good zoom (at least 5X)
Good Pixel rate
flash
manual functions
large screen
view finder
good quality video and sound
compact (ish)
budget is between 200 and 300
Thanks for any help and advice.
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ReMan
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 10:22 AM |
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http://www.canon.co.uk/For_Home/Product_Finder/Cameras/Digital_Camera/PowerShot/index.aspx
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joemotion
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 10:27 AM |
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Ive got a similar version to this (mine is older TZ7). Very good camera - records in HD and sound is amazing quality. Pictures are very good too!
Highly recommended especially in red!
Lumix TZ10
http://www.camerabox.co.uk/product.asp?ProductID=13614&gclid=CLHNmIqw-qQCFU0_4wodbzFBjA
[Edited on 30/10/10 by joemotion]
[Edited on 30/10/10 by joemotion]
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mark chandler
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 10:43 AM |
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I have a lumix (panasonic) FZ38
http://www.trustedreviews.com/digital-cameras/review/2009/07/28/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ38/p1
Cheers Mark
[Edited on 30/10/10 by mark chandler]
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interestedparty
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 10:45 AM |
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At that budget you should consider a second hand SLR. The difference a decent viewfinder makes is massive. LCD screens on the back are all very well,
but in bright conditions they are not much good, and most pictures it's better if you can choose what exactly it is you want to focus on, and
that's difficult with non-viewfinder cameras.
As some day it may happen that a victim must be found,
I've got a little list-- I've got a little list
Of society offenders who might well be underground,
And who never would be missed-- who never would be missed!
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iank
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 10:52 AM |
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Also got a Lumix, can't remember which model off the top of my head. 12x zoom and takes videos. Just proved useful as I videoed a sparrowhawk
dismembering a pigeon in the middle of my lawn in reasonable closeup 
Second hard SLR is also a good option, but it depends whether you value portability over quality.
Edit: Mine's a TZ8 cheapest supplier when I got mine was Amazon.
[Edited on 30/10/10 by iank]
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Never argue with an idiot. They drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.
Anonymous
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interestedparty
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 10:58 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by iank
Second hard SLR is also a good option, but it depends whether you value portability over quality.
You are right, he did say compact-ish.
As some day it may happen that a victim must be found,
I've got a little list-- I've got a little list
Of society offenders who might well be underground,
And who never would be missed-- who never would be missed!
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coozer
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 11:05 AM |
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Depends whether you want a compact or an SLR...
I have a Panasonic TZ5 and its superb, based on it being a few years old my best bet would be the next generation.
Its a good point and shoot, wobble all you like, close as you like, dark as like.. just gives a perfect picture (nearly) every time.
Stuck it on the dogs nose the other day and despite his protests (he's the shy type!) this is what I got..
Its superb full size on my 42" plasma, full or detail and supreme focus.
1972 V8 Jago
1980 Z750
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Jasper
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 11:20 AM |
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Another vote for a Lumix, excellent cameras, and that's one very cute dog
If you're not living life on the edge you're taking up too much room.
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joemotion
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 11:32 AM |
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You can still get the TZ7 which is very similar to the TZ10 apart from not having GPS. not sure why you would need GPS though.
Had a lot of positives about my Lumix though - took it to the festivals with me and picked up everything spot on. Very good video and sound as well
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twybrow
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 11:43 AM |
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2nd hand Canon G9 or G11 will be in budget. SLR levels of picture quality and features but just fits into your pocket.... Brilliant cameras.
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pekwah1
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 01:27 PM |
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i'm selling my fuji finepix s1500.
12x zoom and great photos, just want something a bit smaller.
Comes with a leather fuji case, practically new and hardly used. Yours for a meagre £120
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britishtrident
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 02:14 PM |
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Just don't buy an Olympus --- I replaced my Samsung with one last year and it is awful.
Apart fom Cannon and Panasonic also consider Samsung or Fuji.
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Mark Allanson
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 02:36 PM |
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I have the Panasonic Lumix FZ28, it has 18x optical zoom - I have never taken an acceptable photo at more that 12x though, very grainy or washed out
colours
Very good at 'normal' magnifications though and a very acceptable 720p video mode in widescreen
If you can keep you head, whilst all others around you are losing theirs, you are not fully aware of the situation
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v8kid
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 02:48 PM |
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Another Panasonic here. The wide angle is a boon
You'd be surprised how quickly the sales people at B&Q try and assist you after ignoring you for the past 15 minutes when you try and start a
chainsaw
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bi22le
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 03:16 PM |
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Thanks alot for your help guys. I have done a bit more reading and it seems that the cameras you have recommended are the ones I was looking at
anyway.
Panasonic FZ38
Panasonic TZ10
Sony HX5
also a Nikon S8000 and Canon SX20 IS.
Track days ARE the best thing since sliced bread, until I get a supercharger that is!
Please read my ring story:
http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/forum/13/viewthread.php?tid=139152&page=1
Me doing a sub 56sec lap around Brands Indy. I need a geo set up! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHksfvIGB3I
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bi22le
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| posted on 30/10/10 at 03:25 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by pekwah1
i'm selling my fuji finepix s1500.
12x zoom and great photos, just want something a bit smaller.
Comes with a leather fuji case, practically new and hardly used. Yours for a meagre £120
Thanks for the offer but I was looking for something with HD video and also a bit smaller.
Track days ARE the best thing since sliced bread, until I get a supercharger that is!
Please read my ring story:
http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/forum/13/viewthread.php?tid=139152&page=1
Me doing a sub 56sec lap around Brands Indy. I need a geo set up! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHksfvIGB3I
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ReMan
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| posted on 31/10/10 at 10:27 AM |
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You wont be dissapointed with the Canon. It very similar to my S5is but give a better wide angle, (about the only critisism of mine)
But as with any make sure you get to feel one or two first
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geoff shep
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| posted on 31/10/10 at 01:23 PM |
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I've got the previous model to the TZ10 (TZ7) and also had a previous version of the FZ38. They are both good, the FZ series have great
zooms.
But for a camera that fits in your pocket, the TZ7 is really good. My only criticism is that it does not have manual focus, which for me is sometimes
an issue. The GPS function of the TZ10 may seem like a gimmick but more and more photo programs will use the location tag to show you where your
pictures were taken - great when you can't remember.
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bi22le
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| posted on 1/11/10 at 01:23 PM |
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Thanks for all of your feedback. I brought a TZ10 yesterday and its pretty sh*t hot.
I just need to know how to use the functions now. Plus with HD vid I can get better footage of my track days.
Thanks again for all of the advice, LCB never fails to impress. Roll on my honeymoon!!
Track days ARE the best thing since sliced bread, until I get a supercharger that is!
Please read my ring story:
http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/forum/13/viewthread.php?tid=139152&page=1
Me doing a sub 56sec lap around Brands Indy. I need a geo set up! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHksfvIGB3I
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