Please tell me how the Nikon P1000 snuck into the point and shoot class. You even describe at the beginning point and shoot are smaller and less bulky. P1000 is a BEAST!
Hi Andy, yes it’s quite big and bulky. But if you’re shooting long distance mediums like birds, sports, wildlife, or Astro photography, the P1000 is a bargain compared to using even an APS-C mirrorless camera with a 200mm or long F/2.8 lens. In this aspect, it makes a better “point and shoot” camera, even though its not your traditional pocket-friendly size.
I sent this video to my parents. They like the panasonic sz-80. However, they are only planning on taking it for a safari, and some exploration of national parks. My question is this: would you have a better recomendation, among the cameras you have chosen? They are unable to master photography or the m2nus and complexities of a more expensive camera with interchangable lenses. Would you give me your opinions? Thanks Brad
Hi Brad, the ZS-80 is an excellent camera. But the menus on this particular camera are rather complicated since it does have a lot more features than most point and shoots. I would suggest watching a video here on CZcams running through the camera setup, so you can get a feel for the menus and user interface to see if it's easy enough for both you and them to navigate. If it is and it's not too overwhelming, that'd be our recommendation. Otherwise, you can also consider getting a Canon G7X Mark II, the slightly older version. This camera is equally as powerful as the ZS-80 in most ways and it has a far better user experience, which is perfect for beginners.
Good round up. I do not believe in your number 1 choice. Lumix's Leica lens is unbeatable. I have used leicas from the M2 to M9)as a photojournalist). The OPTICAL 720mm zoom is excellent to around 400mm. My opinion only!
If I’m someone who generally only uses an iPhone 13 pro max for photography but wants something that can do better at longer distances (eg, when hiking or taking landscape photos), is the Panasonic ZS200 a good choice? Assuming I know how to use the manual controls correctly, will I see an improvement in photos taken from a distance or in low light?
Hi Andrea, you likely won't see a difference in low-light, since the 13 Pro using the Night Mode gets better images through AI and computational photography. And it's basically cheating by stacking images to reduce noise and improve dynamic range. However, you will get a gigantic improve in handling and zoom by going with the ZS200. And that alone can and should be worth it. The Telephoto lens on the 13 Pro Max is great, but it's pretty lacking compared to the super-zoom lens on the ZS200.
@@PhotographyPX My ZS200 arrived yesterday and I could not agree more! Zoom is AMAZING on this camera and a huge step up on my iPhone, which is exactly what I was looking for! I am having a lot of fun playing around with it.
I had a Panasonic ZS50. and I used the heck out of and it broke down 2 months shy of the "free" Panasonic extended 1-year warranty. Panasonic does not have an official warranty station in the US, and their warranty services are contracted out. Anyways, they refused to repair my ZS50 saying that I misused it. caveat emptor
I am a novice and have the option of purchasing 2nd hand a Lumix TZ90 for $350 or a Canon GX7 mark ll for $500 ............ which is better all round? Preferences are Macro shots but also like to capture birds.
Hi Deb, I would suggest the TZ90 since you want to macro and birding photography. That'll be a far better camera for those mediums than the G7X, even though it would technically produce better images in some of these situations.
Nice informative video guys 🙏! The first top camera video I watched had a robot voice speaking and only the top five cameras, but not you guys! Have a wonderful day 😁!
Your videos are very well produced. I'm just curious about when you are on camera at the end your voice sounds much different then the voice overs. This is just my opinion. The narration vocals and the off camera vocals are both terrific but they sound quite different to me.
Hi Jerry, thanks for the feedback. We're in the process of updating our Outro as we speak. I was using a different microphone and camera setup at that time, is why it sounds so different. But soon that'll be updated to our current setup.
@@PhotographyPX thanks for explaining. The only reason i mentioned it is that your on screen presence and voice is so warm and friendly versus the more mechanical / canned sound of the off screen microphone😊🙏
I have a TZ200 and I'm not gonna lie, unless it has very fast glass I wouldn't recommend any camera with a 1 inch sensor or smaller - even my old phone beats it easily in low light, and newer phones match the long zooms too. Also I had that ZS80, and the TZ200 is so much better in pretty much every regard lol
Yes their low light performance is often lacking. But, it's mostly similar to smartphones right now in this aspect. The only advantage is that phones use AI to offer the Night Mode, which selectively reduces noise in images through software. So they can beat some of these cameras with that feature, unless you use a slow shutter speed and stabilization.
@@PhotographyPX phones (well the good ones anyway) use image stacking, where they take and stack several photos into one to greatly reduce noise. I wish the tz200 could do it since it's capable of it!
Yes. Bracketing the exposures is their secret. The TZ200 can bracket, but you'll have to combine the images in post-processing, which slows down the entire process. So in this aspect, a smartphone is definitely more convenient for sure.
Hi, I am a photography lover and want to take a good camera that could easily be carried out in pocket or bag anywhere. I thought about Canon EOS M10 but the 3x zoom is much lesser than what I want. A bigger lens will make it really hard to keep it with me everywhere. Do you think The Lumix TZ80 will take good photos for me? I hate distortion and noise at the maximum focal length and a bokeh lover who wants to shoot birds and far away objects with at least some bokeh if not a perfect one like what a DSLR does? Your suggestions please.
Hi Asmat, yes if you're looking for lens reach the TZ80 is your best option besides going for a bridge camera like the Nikon P900 or P1000. But at least with the TZ80, you'll have a camera that's much smaller that can actually fit into a jacket pocket nicely. Most of these larger bridge cameras, like the P1000, are about the same size and weight as a full-frame DSLR. So I'd say the TZ80 is your best option given it's natural lens reach plus the optional digital zoom functions.
If anyone can chime in, How is the audio? I use my phone (iPhone 13 pro Max) but I was considering this camera to record at concerts occasionally and be able to zoom in closer without losing as much detail. I usually record 4k60 on my phone but with the distances, i usually end up dipping into the digital zoom and losing the details,so I'm assuming this camera would already be a huge advantage in that department, if I'm wrong can you correct me? But also how is the mic? Even in loud concert venues my phone does pretty well not sounding completely blown out with loud music and people yelling so I'm just wondering if you have any input on how the canon would fair. Thank you in advance if you can answer 🙏
Hi Christain, the audio on most of these cameras will be very similar to an iPhone, since all of them are using onboard stereo microphones. If you're looking to record more detailed audio, I would suggest attaching an on camera (SHOTGUN) microphone to your iPhone using a lightening to TRRS adapter. Saramonic USA has a number of great accessories and on camera microphones that are excellent for iOS devices. You can also do the same to any of these cameras that have a 3.5mm microphone input. Now as far as the zoom, yes you're right. Having a camera with a dedicated zoom lens, rather than using digital zoom on the iPhone, since it switches between each of its 3 cameras, would be a huge advantage. And in that aspect, a point and shoot with a 24-70mm or larger lens would be a huge advantage. I would suggest going that route if you're looking to record a lot of concerts. Having a 200mm lens would be very helpful.
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Please tell me how the Nikon P1000 snuck into the point and shoot class. You even describe at the beginning point and shoot are smaller and less bulky. P1000 is a BEAST!
Hi Andy, yes it’s quite big and bulky. But if you’re shooting long distance mediums like birds, sports, wildlife, or Astro photography, the P1000 is a bargain compared to using even an APS-C mirrorless camera with a 200mm or long F/2.8 lens. In this aspect, it makes a better “point and shoot” camera, even though its not your traditional pocket-friendly size.
What’s the best one for concerts?
I sent this video to my parents. They like the panasonic sz-80. However, they are only planning on taking it for a safari, and some exploration of national parks.
My question is this: would you have a better recomendation, among the cameras you have chosen? They are unable to master photography or the m2nus and complexities of a more expensive camera with interchangable lenses. Would you give me your opinions?
Thanks
Brad
Hi Brad, the ZS-80 is an excellent camera. But the menus on this particular camera are rather complicated since it does have a lot more features than most point and shoots. I would suggest watching a video here on CZcams running through the camera setup, so you can get a feel for the menus and user interface to see if it's easy enough for both you and them to navigate. If it is and it's not too overwhelming, that'd be our recommendation. Otherwise, you can also consider getting a Canon G7X Mark II, the slightly older version. This camera is equally as powerful as the ZS-80 in most ways and it has a far better user experience, which is perfect for beginners.
This review was excellent and it’s also great that you put the links to each of the cameras great job thank you
Good round up. I do not believe in your number 1 choice. Lumix's Leica lens is unbeatable. I have used leicas from the M2 to M9)as a photojournalist). The OPTICAL 720mm zoom is excellent to around 400mm. My opinion only!
If I’m someone who generally only uses an iPhone 13 pro max for photography but wants something that can do better at longer distances (eg, when hiking or taking landscape photos), is the Panasonic ZS200 a good choice? Assuming I know how to use the manual controls correctly, will I see an improvement in photos taken from a distance or in low light?
Hi Andrea, you likely won't see a difference in low-light, since the 13 Pro using the Night Mode gets better images through AI and computational photography. And it's basically cheating by stacking images to reduce noise and improve dynamic range. However, you will get a gigantic improve in handling and zoom by going with the ZS200. And that alone can and should be worth it. The Telephoto lens on the 13 Pro Max is great, but it's pretty lacking compared to the super-zoom lens on the ZS200.
@@PhotographyPX My ZS200 arrived yesterday and I could not agree more! Zoom is AMAZING on this camera and a huge step up on my iPhone, which is exactly what I was looking for! I am having a lot of fun playing around with it.
I had a Panasonic ZS50. and I used the heck out of and it broke down 2 months shy of the "free" Panasonic extended 1-year warranty. Panasonic does not have an official warranty station in the US, and their warranty services are contracted out. Anyways, they refused to repair my ZS50 saying that I misused it. caveat emptor
4K 60fps would be nice in 2021! (Yi 4K+ from 2017 can do that)
I am a novice and have the option of purchasing 2nd hand a Lumix TZ90 for $350 or a Canon GX7 mark ll for $500 ............ which is better all round? Preferences are Macro shots but also like to capture birds.
Hi Deb, I would suggest the TZ90 since you want to macro and birding photography. That'll be a far better camera for those mediums than the G7X, even though it would technically produce better images in some of these situations.
Nice informative video guys 🙏! The first top camera video I watched had a robot voice speaking and only the top five cameras, but not you guys! Have a wonderful day 😁!
Glad you liked it!
Your videos are very well produced. I'm just curious about when you are on camera at the end your voice sounds much different then the voice overs. This is just my opinion. The narration vocals and the off camera vocals are both terrific but they sound quite different to me.
Hi Jerry, thanks for the feedback. We're in the process of updating our Outro as we speak. I was using a different microphone and camera setup at that time, is why it sounds so different. But soon that'll be updated to our current setup.
@@PhotographyPX thanks for explaining. The only reason i mentioned it is that your on screen presence and voice is so warm and friendly versus the more mechanical / canned sound of the off screen microphone😊🙏
Which one performs better in low light conditions???
That would go to the Fujifilm X100V
Thanks for this a great video. Good experience and informations. Congrat
Glad it was helpful!
How about the Lumix lx10?
Yes Mark, this is also a very solid camera for the price.
I have a TZ200 and I'm not gonna lie, unless it has very fast glass I wouldn't recommend any camera with a 1 inch sensor or smaller - even my old phone beats it easily in low light, and newer phones match the long zooms too.
Also I had that ZS80, and the TZ200 is so much better in pretty much every regard lol
Yes their low light performance is often lacking. But, it's mostly similar to smartphones right now in this aspect. The only advantage is that phones use AI to offer the Night Mode, which selectively reduces noise in images through software. So they can beat some of these cameras with that feature, unless you use a slow shutter speed and stabilization.
@@PhotographyPX phones (well the good ones anyway) use image stacking, where they take and stack several photos into one to greatly reduce noise. I wish the tz200 could do it since it's capable of it!
Yes. Bracketing the exposures is their secret. The TZ200 can bracket, but you'll have to combine the images in post-processing, which slows down the entire process. So in this aspect, a smartphone is definitely more convenient for sure.
@@PhotographyPX yep!
Hi, I am a photography lover and want to take a good camera that could easily be carried out in pocket or bag anywhere. I thought about Canon EOS M10 but the 3x zoom is much lesser than what I want. A bigger lens will make it really hard to keep it with me everywhere. Do you think The Lumix TZ80 will take good photos for me? I hate distortion and noise at the maximum focal length and a bokeh lover who wants to shoot birds and far away objects with at least some bokeh if not a perfect one like what a DSLR does? Your suggestions please.
Hi Asmat, yes if you're looking for lens reach the TZ80 is your best option besides going for a bridge camera like the Nikon P900 or P1000. But at least with the TZ80, you'll have a camera that's much smaller that can actually fit into a jacket pocket nicely. Most of these larger bridge cameras, like the P1000, are about the same size and weight as a full-frame DSLR. So I'd say the TZ80 is your best option given it's natural lens reach plus the optional digital zoom functions.
Great information thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
If anyone can chime in, How is the audio? I use my phone (iPhone 13 pro Max) but I was considering this camera to record at concerts occasionally and be able to zoom in closer without losing as much detail. I usually record 4k60 on my phone but with the distances, i usually end up dipping into the digital zoom and losing the details,so I'm assuming this camera would already be a huge advantage in that department, if I'm wrong can you correct me? But also how is the mic? Even in loud concert venues my phone does pretty well not sounding completely blown out with loud music and people yelling so I'm just wondering if you have any input on how the canon would fair. Thank you in advance if you can answer 🙏
Hi Christain, the audio on most of these cameras will be very similar to an iPhone, since all of them are using onboard stereo microphones. If you're looking to record more detailed audio, I would suggest attaching an on camera (SHOTGUN) microphone to your iPhone using a lightening to TRRS adapter. Saramonic USA has a number of great accessories and on camera microphones that are excellent for iOS devices. You can also do the same to any of these cameras that have a 3.5mm microphone input.
Now as far as the zoom, yes you're right. Having a camera with a dedicated zoom lens, rather than using digital zoom on the iPhone, since it switches between each of its 3 cameras, would be a huge advantage. And in that aspect, a point and shoot with a 24-70mm or larger lens would be a huge advantage. I would suggest going that route if you're looking to record a lot of concerts. Having a 200mm lens would be very helpful.
Majority of cameras are from 2019
Disagree 100%
What would you go for?
Ok