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Most here highly rate the Sony RX100 as a general point and shoot. Have you looked at that? Do you just want something simple such as the above or something a bit more advanced?
More advanced if possible want some really nice photos of my holidays this year
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I would look at some reviews of the Rx100, as they are very highly rated as far as image quality goes for such a small camera.
Perhaps have a read of this: http://www.whatdigitalcamera.com/roundup/camera-roundups/best-travel-compact-cameras-2015-464
Sorry I should have said I was looking for more off a bigger camara or are they not has good ?
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http://www.whatdigitalcamera.com/roundup/camera-roundups/best-bridge-camera-2016-10525
This more what you're after?
I don't know much about bridge cameras I'm afraid, so reading would be your best bet unless someone else can offer some information!
This more what you're after?
I don't know much about bridge cameras I'm afraid, so reading would be your best bet unless someone else can offer some information!
Yes more like that just wanted to know what would be the best one for £500 so I can buy one today
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A better/bigger/pricier camera won't automatically give you better pictures. I can guarantee if you stick me in a porsche, I'm still not gonna win any car races.
Do you have any requirements or preferences?
Eg Wifi, tilty-screen, weather sealed, OVF/EVF, big vs small, interchangeable lenses or fixed lens, touch screen, is weight a concern etc.
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You are underestimating that camera. It is a power little rocket
Photography is in the eye, you see a good moment/caption and the photo will be there. As said a £500 won't necessarily take a better photo than £100, same for £5k to £1k.
No im sorry I don't know how to go manual on the camara!! But I'm willing to learn. Just need some good advice for a novice reallly!
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I would second the RX100, fantastic camera with a 1" sensor, don't be fooled thinking physical size will mean a better camera as unless you then get an SLR or Bridge which also has a 1" sensor then you will actually end up getting something worse.
Perfect camera to start with and can put it into manual mode to start taking control of your settings should you wish to.
Perfect camera to start with and can put it into manual mode to start taking control of your settings should you wish to.
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Money or features does equal great photo's or photography. Some sensible suggestions have already been made and you have to consider if you buy a big bulky camera to lug around what your mindset will be when it actually comes to taking it with you anywhere.
Starting with something small and pocketable but which offers superb image quality is good place to begin and thats why the Sony RX100 has been mentioned a lot as it fits that exact criteria.
As the famous quote says "The best camera is the one you have with you."
I have both an all singing and dancing SLR and a decent compact and have found as time goes on that I use the compact more and more as it's easy to put in my pocket so goes with me far more often than the SLR.
I don't have a RX100 but from reading reviews of it if I was in the market for a new camera that would definitely be the one I would get.
I have both an all singing and dancing SLR and a decent compact and have found as time goes on that I use the compact more and more as it's easy to put in my pocket so goes with me far more often than the SLR.
I don't have a RX100 but from reading reviews of it if I was in the market for a new camera that would definitely be the one I would get.
You need to think about what you want to shoot, how you want to shoot, what gear you are willing to travel with and lug around, whether you want to be able to change lenses for specific photos, whether you see yourself taking tripods, flashes and extra else with you, or you want something that fits in a pocket etc. Are you going to spend time editing the photos when you get home or do you need good out of camera photos? Is your budget rigid or are you able to spend another 300-700 a year on new lenses, filters and accessories?
Camera size is really not important in determining image quality. However, your 500quid will go much further buying a 2nd hand DSLR and lens, but you will want to spend significantly more down the road on new lenses. There is also an important mindset, will you want to go out with 2-3 lenses and swap them over regularly depending on what you are shooting? Do you see yourself carrying a tripod around (if you really care about IQ then a tripod is a necessity for any static scene).
If you just want to take good photos without hassle or extra costs then something like the Panasonic LX7 is excellent.
Camera size is really not important in determining image quality. However, your 500quid will go much further buying a 2nd hand DSLR and lens, but you will want to spend significantly more down the road on new lenses. There is also an important mindset, will you want to go out with 2-3 lenses and swap them over regularly depending on what you are shooting? Do you see yourself carrying a tripod around (if you really care about IQ then a tripod is a necessity for any static scene).
If you just want to take good photos without hassle or extra costs then something like the Panasonic LX7 is excellent.