Cameras

Discussion in 'Technology' started by bfun, Dec 27, 2012.

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  1. #1 bfun, Dec 27, 2012
    I think we have a few camera nuts right? I want to get the Canon SX50. Should I look at something else? Should I go with a entry level DSLR? I don't think I'll get obsessive about lenses and what something semi-convenient. I'll be shooting everything. Birthday parties, mountains, birds, UFOs.
     
  2. #2 supersonic, Dec 27, 2012
    That thing is $370 on Amazon. You aren't going to get an entry-level DSLR without an extra $150-300 more. That 50x zoom is really the standout feature, and what your choice comes down to. I once used a 20x zoom to get closeup pics from the nosebleeds at a sporting event. At 50x optical would be awesome for stuff like that, if the pic quality holds up.

    Two things to keep in mind. The 20x zoom looked like a gun barrel slowly extending outwards, and probably came out to 6 inches from the base. Might be similar at 50x. Also, unless you have incredible lighting for high shutter, you are going to need to be very still or use a stand to stabilize the picture.
     
  3. #3 bfun, Dec 27, 2012
    The zoom is insane. You can photograph things a mile away. I've read some negatives about low light situation but that's about it. I don't think I'm ready to drop $1k on a DSLR with a small zoom lens yet.

    http://youtu.be/55Z-pOswl9I
     
  4. #4 supersonic, Dec 27, 2012
    Holy shit! That is borderline scary and looks like something out of a Bond movie. I would get it and try your luck as paparazzi. A slickdeal on a DSLR will probably run you $600+.
     
  5. #5 khaid, Dec 27, 2012
    I've seen sample shots of that camera taking shots of the craters on the moon. it's super impressive.

    but at the same time, I've been seeing the canon rebel t3i bundled with a bag and the 75-300mm lens for $429. dunno if its still going on but this was at target.
     
  6. #6 bfun, Dec 27, 2012
    That would be a heck of a deal for a t3i. B&H photo has them on sale for $599 with the 75-300mm and 18-55mm. Normal price would be about $800

    I was able to get a SX50 with a class 6 16GB card for $330 at Buydig.
     
  7. #7 supersonic, Dec 27, 2012
    Shell out for the Eye-Fi, it's worth the $99 for the pro x2. A big downside to DSLR is that they take CF instead of SD, and are incompatible with eyefi wifi memory.
     
  8. #8 bfun, Dec 27, 2012
    Neat but $99 seems a bit much for wifi.
     
  9. #9 supersonic, Dec 28, 2012
    Ok Grim. You can possibly get by on the $60 one, the $99 one uploads RAW files which your camera might not do, and is typically related to DSLR.
     
  10. #10 chi, Dec 28, 2012
    Am I the only one that can't see grim's posts in this thread?
     
  11. #11 bfun, Dec 28, 2012
    I see them just fine. Must be you.
     
  12. #12 Grim, Dec 28, 2012
    Re: Re: Cameras

    Before this post I hadn't posted anything in this thread.
     
  13. #13 bfun, Dec 28, 2012
    It seems like a great idea but the reviews on those things aren't very good.
     
  14. #14 chi, Dec 28, 2012
    Re: Re: Re: Cameras

    So who's supersonic talking to?
     
  15. #15 Grim, Dec 28, 2012
    He probably doesn't even know, probably tired.
     
  16. #16 bfun, Dec 28, 2012
    I think he was implying that grim is a thrifty spender.
     
  17. #17 Grim, Dec 28, 2012
    I dispute that. I purchased some pillows and some drinking glasses yesterday..... in the sales......
     
  18. #18 monsly, Dec 28, 2012
    I thought supersonic's sly jibe worked well. The confusion it's caused subsequently only adds to it.
     
  19. #19 knowname, Dec 28, 2012
    I think he meant bfun. 'Grim' is just our pronoun for tightwad.
     
  20. #20 chi, Dec 28, 2012
    Ah, makes sense. A monsly is what we call a walking disaster
     
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