Bridge Camera

xxalxx

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Does anyone have experience of using the Panasonic Lumix FZ100 camera, I am thinking of purchasing one and was wondering if anyone could share any thoughts about it.

We currently use a Fuji Finepix Z1 as a P&S, and would like something with a bit more punch, and zoom for that matter.

It costs around £340 from the rainforest store :)

Al
 
We looked at some DSLR's and came away feeling, that yes they would be a better camera, but felt we can do without the expense and complexity at present. The camera we buy now has to be easily usable by both of us ;)
 
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We had a look at a few DSLR's and the other half was quite worried by the complexity of what you can do, so I am looking at a bridge camera to act as a stepping stone for us to move onto a DSLR in a year or two's time.

The thought of having to change lenses was the nail in the coffin for the DSLR idea, and seeing as this is going to be a camera for both of us to use, I have to get something that she will be happy using.
 
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Hmmm, we already use the fuji for our pocket/bag camera, and was looking for something that would give us a good zoom facility + manual modes for the times we need them.
 
Will have a look at that option and run it by the better half tonight.

robertgilbert86 said:
It doesn't sound like you're massively into photography *yet* so maybe don't jump for the DSLR for now. Read up on composition and lighting and see if you make any nice images with the compact.
As you may have seen on here quite a few people go for a DSLR and struggle.
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Good advice :)
 
ooOoooo sanctioned :)

How are the kit lenses that come with the camera's?

Also

How does this camera compare to the Nikon D3000 ?

Al
 
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Right after having a good discussion we have decided to go a try out a Canon 1000D at one of the usual high street camera stores. We have decided to get a camera with a kit lens (18-55) and then after xmas purchase another lens (Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS Zoom Lens) when we hopefully have built up some experience of how to utilise it properly.

Now in the store they sell :

Canon EOS 1000D + 18-55mm Kit @ £349
Canon EOS 1000D + 18-55 IS Lens @ £369

i presume its better going for the IS lens option?

Al
 
Well I expect a load of questions will be getting asked from me from tomorrow onwards :)
 
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Well been into town, and something came back with me :)

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Now to figure out how to use it!

Al
 
Silly question number one. When your finished with your camera for the day, do you need to take the lens off, or can you just leave it attached ?

Al
 
Aye I will be having a good search around for the lens we need to get it at a good price :)

Typically, like every time you get something new, we haven't had time to get out and start shooting! Its dark and (annoyingly) wet by the time we get in from work, keep on seeing loads of things that look interesting on the drive into work though, so may explore that route, anyway its giving me time to read up on a fair bit of theory!

Nearly the weekend though, so fingers crossed for a nice dry day!

Thanks for all the information and guidance from you all, after having a little play around with this camera, I think we may have been disappointed if we had gone for the bridge option, and would have then had to 'upgrade' again.

Cheers folks

Al
 
Looking through some other threads I have made a short list of 'things to get', does this look correct?

  1. A Screen protector @ Got a GGS 1000D one today!
  2. A Bag (ordered a Lowepro Rezo 160 - should arrive tomorrow)
  3. A UV lens filter / protector
  4. A small tripod, looking at a Gorillapod - any good ?
  5. Another Battery
  6. Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS Zoom Lens (Not yet though)

Al
 
K.C. Leblanc said:
Sounds good, if you're looking to use the tripod for long exposure stuff then you might want to get some sort of remote control. I've just bought a Yongnuo remote control for my Nikon for less then a fiver from ebay. I'd image there's something in a similar price range for Canon.
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Good idea, one now purchased from the bay :)

AtticusFinch said:
I would skip the UV filter - unnecessary when shooting digital and another piece of glass between the front lens element and the shot will not enhance the overall result. Instead, get a lens hood for the lens and leave it on all the time when shooting and this can directly improve photos.
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Will look for one of these now

Cheers folks :)
 
More advice take on board, and after a perusal the following should arrive soon

1* lens hood
1* Giottos GTAA1900 Rocket Air Blower
1* Spudz cloth
1* Understanding Exposure, 3rd Edition: How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera
 
CANON EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS ZOOM 55-250 mm Lens @ £138 on the bay :)

EDIT: And its now mine.
 
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