Thinking about a Bridge Camera

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Following on from Tulipone's thread here, im thinking about getting a bridge camera. I love my 50d and its capabilities but im getting a bit wrapped up in the technicalities rather than just getting out there and enjoying taking photo's.

Ive no intention of selling the 50 more thinking if i adjust (sell) some of my gear and get a bridge camera as a take everywhere camera rather than taking a big bag and loads of lenses and accessories etc.

The last bridge camera i had was a Fuji S9500 and it wasnt very impressive. Ive no idea about bridge camera's at the moment so im after some pointers.

Its to take pic's of the kids, a bit of wildlife and some scenery. Would like a decent zoom and if poss be able to shoot in raw (but could live with out).

If your still reading im open to suggestions!

Thanks!
 
Why not look at a second hand DSLR like a 400D with a decent 'Do it all lens'? surely that would be better than a bridge camera?? maybe use your existing 24-105L lens?

I don't actually know but just my thoughts....
 
Euan said:
Following on from Tulipone's thread here, im thinking about getting a bridge camera. I love my 50d and its capabilities but im getting a bit wrapped up in the technicalities rather than just getting out there and enjoying taking photo's.

Ive no intention of selling the 50 more thinking if i adjust (sell) some of my gear and get a bridge camera as a take everywhere camera rather than taking a big bag and loads of lenses and accessories etc.

The last bridge camera i had was a Fuji S9500 and it wasnt very impressive. Ive no idea about bridge camera's at the moment so im after some pointers.

Its to take pic's of the kids, a bit of wildlife and some scenery. Would like a decent zoom and if poss be able to shoot in raw (but could live with out).

If your still reading im open to suggestions!

Thanks!
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I've just bought the Canon G10 for that very purpose. It's got enough control to keep it interesting, but is small enough to pop in a pocket to take with you.
 
I believe the new Nikon P80 is very good.

Andy
 
Creed said:
Why not look at a second hand DSLR like a 400D with a decent 'Do it all lens'? surely that would be better than a bridge camera?? maybe use your existing 24-105L lens?

I don't actually know but just my thoughts....
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Im happy with the 50d (sold a 400d to get it). Was looking for a more all in one solution you know, to try and go a bit more compact but still have a lot of the features.

The Canon G10 (not a true bridge camera i know), Canon SX10 ,Nikon P90 and Olympus SP-590 are the ones that have caught my eye so far.

Thanks for replying
 
I have 1dmkIII but for the same reason as Euan I am thinking of Pansonic DMC-FZ28. I really like the idea and my wife and I love our Lumix camera's so Panasonic is top of the list. Certainly food for thought....
 
Just been googling the Panny FZ28, looks like a nice camera, another one for the list.

The Fuji 9500 has put me off fuji bridge camera's to be honest. Id be looking at a budget of £350 max if i have a clear out.
 
Do any bridge camera's come with optical view finders or are they all electronic?
 
that is high price, although I suppose the Panasonic is well priced. As I say, My life loves her Lumix, she takes better shots than me on my 1d and I believe the quality is brilliant. It appears that action shots, as normal is the case are diffficult to capture on compacts. But the Lumix really is an amazing camera, quality
 
i think i'll need to raise some cash and start trying some out. The lumix sounds good though. thanks for the advice.
 
I really wouldn't buy a bridge camera again.

Think of a bottom line slr with a really budget 17-250mm lens
 
Euan said:
The Canon G10 (not a true bridge camera i know), Canon SX10 ,Nikon P90 and Olympus SP-590 are the ones that have caught my eye so far.
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I ask this purely out of interest, what is the definition of a true bridge camera?

Pete
 
In my eyes its basically a mini dslr with a non-removeable lens, that has all the manual controls. Thats my eyes though !!
 
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