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Post by gtf4j2m on Aug 7, 2021 17:31:10 GMT
Does anyone use the Canon SX70. If so, what is the quality of the photos. I like the idea of the long zoom (21- 1365mm) on this camera.
Graham
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Post by graham on Aug 8, 2021 10:45:06 GMT
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Post by Jeff on Aug 8, 2021 11:36:40 GMT
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Post by gtf4j2m on Aug 8, 2021 19:17:38 GMT
Thanks for the gen, I have seen the reviews, just wondering if anyone had any first hand knowledge. I use a Nikon D80 and a D90. I also use a Lumix FZ200 (25 - 600mm f2.8 throughout) when I don't want to carry the weight of a larger camera. I am thinking of the larger zoom both for aircraft and also bird watching.
Graham
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Post by Jeff on Aug 8, 2021 20:10:55 GMT
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Post by gtf4j2m on Aug 8, 2021 21:20:58 GMT
Like the photos Jeff, especially the Starling. Just been looking at this camera on review and it may be the one I am after. Thanks. The P1000 is just a little too expensive.
Graham
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Post by graham on Aug 9, 2021 6:08:42 GMT
I have to say that having spent years lugging around two Canon 7D bodies plus a selection of four or five lenses, then looking at the quality of Jeff's shots, I'm seriously considering going down the same route. As Jeff says, the only issue would be the inability to take bursts of shots, subjects like high speed fly bys where you fire off a load of shots and then hopefully have the one good one that's worth keeping. But I certainly wouldn't miss the combined weight of a 7D with a Sigma 150-500mm attached.
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Post by Jeff on Aug 9, 2021 6:59:48 GMT
I have to say that having spent years lugging around two Canon 7D bodies plus a selection of four or five lenses, then looking at the quality of Jeff's shots, I'm seriously considering going down the same route. As Jeff says, the only issue would be the inability to take bursts of shots, subjects like high speed fly bys where you fire off a load of shots and then hopefully have the one good one that's worth keeping. But I certainly wouldn't miss the combined weight of a 7D with a Sigma 150-500mm attached. hi, Yes we felt the P1000 was defeating the object as the extra weight compared to the 950 wasn't a great deal less than an SLR with a big lens |
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Post by Jeff on Aug 9, 2021 7:02:51 GMT
I have to say that having spent years lugging around two Canon 7D bodies plus a selection of four or five lenses, then looking at the quality of Jeff's shots, I'm seriously considering going down the same route. As Jeff says, the only issue would be the inability to take bursts of shots, subjects like high speed fly bys where you fire off a load of shots and then hopefully have the one good one that's worth keeping. But I certainly wouldn't miss the combined weight of a 7D with a Sigma 150-500mm attached. also take into consideration these shots are only processed with a phone app, and not run through the photo enchanced like light room etc, I would imagine the quality would improve somewhat if they were |
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Post by chrisj on Aug 10, 2021 15:42:20 GMT
Sorry to be a pain but the grey cells are playing up ! I take it that the fantastic shots were with the Nikon P950 ? Like many others it would seem , I am looking to a bridge camera as it is easy and quick to change from a shot at say a static aircraft to one that is flying . Chrisj
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Post by Jeff on Aug 10, 2021 17:55:39 GMT
Hi Chris, sorry should of said, all taken with P950
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Post by gtf4j2m on Aug 10, 2021 18:03:22 GMT
Burst shots can also be used on these bridge cameras. They just take a little time to recover once you finished the burst. It's worked for me on my Lumix FZ200 quite well
Graham
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Post by chrisj on Aug 10, 2021 18:51:49 GMT
Thanks Jeff . Chris
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Post by Jeff on Aug 10, 2021 18:54:15 GMT
Burst shots can also be used on these bridge cameras. They just take a little time to recover once you finished the burst. It's worked for me on my Lumix FZ200 quite well Bursts are available on the 950 but all 10 shots seem to be exactly the same 🤔 of course I could be doing something wrong 🙃 Graham GTF4J2M |
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Post by graham on Aug 13, 2021 7:40:12 GMT
I've always attended shows with two Canon bodies, one with a 18-135mm attached and the other with the Sigma 150-500mm telephoto. It all weighs a tonne and is very cumbersome to cart around all day. I have taken what I consider to be some good aerial shots with the Sigma at the likes of Yeovilton, Fairford etc but I'm no spring chicken these days and am really considering going down the bridge route, especially now such high zooms are commonplace.
The thought of walking around at Fairford and Yeovilton all day with just a bridge hanging round my neck is very appealing.
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Post by Jeff on Aug 13, 2021 7:45:07 GMT
I've always attended shows with two Canon bodies, one with a 18-135mm attached and the other with the Sigma 150-500mm telephoto. It all weighs a tonne and is very cumbersome to cart around all day. I have taken what I consider to be some good aerial shots with the Sigma at the likes of Yeovilton, Fairford etc but I'm no spring chicken these days and am really considering going down the bridge route, especially now such high zooms are commonplace. The thought of walking around at Fairford and Yeovilton all day with just a bridge hanging round my neck is very appealing. hopefully we will meet up again soon and you can try with mine |
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Post by graham on Aug 13, 2021 8:45:32 GMT
That'd be great Jeff, thank you
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Post by gtf4j2m on Aug 13, 2021 15:27:27 GMT
I am at Popham tomorrow, welcome to try Lumix FZ200. 25-600mm
Graham
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Post by graham on Aug 14, 2021 10:53:38 GMT
Thanks for the offer Graham, unfortunately having had the back bedroom redecorated and re carpeted two weeks ago, and new furniture having turned up yesterday,domestic duties are required by SWMBO
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Post by gtf4j2m on Aug 17, 2021 8:16:45 GMT
I recieved my new Nikon P950 this morning and my initial thoughts are that it is very good. Got a couple of good shots around my bird feeders even though it is dull today. Thanks Jeff for pointing me in the direction of the P950.
Graham
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Post by Jeff on Aug 17, 2021 10:50:58 GMT
I recieved my new Nikon P950 this morning and my initial thoughts are that it is very good. Got a couple of good shots around my bird feeders even though it is dull today. Thanks Jeff for pointing me in the direction of the P950. Graham GTF4J2M Please do keep us upto date with how your finding it and post some results her 😊 |
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