FZ35 essential accessories Recently bought a FZ35, and loving it so far, but I would like feedback on what are conceded to be the best accessories, i.e. spare batteries, camera bag, strap, card reader, lens, etc. I'm using a transcend class 6, 8GB card that seems to work perfectly, any other good choices? FZ35 essential accessories Recently bought a FZ35, and loving it so far, but I would like feedback on what are conceded to be the best accessories, i.e. spare batteries, camera bag, strap, card... » Read More FZ35 essential accessories Recently bought a FZ35, and loving it so far, but I would like feedback on what are conceded to be the best accessories, i.e. spare batteries, camera bag, strap, card reader, lens, etc. I'm using a transcend class 6, 8GB card that seems to work perfectly, any other good choices? « Show Less
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WOW, I can't believe I've done that a hundred times at least. It is a lot easier than it looks.I better mention to everyone, that you do want to download your photos first, as the FORMAT is a total deletion. That's the idea, to clear the card completely, so there's nothing left behind to slow the processing down. And it should be done in the camera the card is being used in, not the computer or a second camera.
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Hi Les and other fellow FZ-28/35 fans. I am a happy owner of an FZ35 which I bought last October, and its been around the world. Love the camera! Bought another one last week (B&H;) for a family member and it came with an 8GB Transcend. A perfectly fine SD card, but here's my question: will a SanDisk Extreme III Class 10 card (capable of 30MB/s read/write speeds) actually work any faster on the FZ35 than a Class 6 card? Specifically, will it write any faster (to the FZ35 specifically) and thus reduce shutter lag time? Any other cards that will work faster/fastest?Thanks!
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"Formatting the card will definitely speed things up over an un-formatted card."Thank you Les. I follow your logic. Also, do you know how to format a card?Thanks again!
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I have just ordered an FZ35. I was previously holding out for the FZ40, but after reading the reviews on the FZ100, I have concluded that the FZ35 is a BETTER product than the FZ40 will be! According to many FZ35 owners who have purchased an FZ100 (which has the same lens, zoom, and CCD chip as the FZ40) the image quality is NOT as good on the FZ100 as it is on the FZ35. This is attributed to the increased Megapixels that are jammed onto a SMALLER CCD chip. In order to add the increased zoom, Panasonic had to shrink the size of the CCD chip, and at the same time they jammed in more pixels. Consequence: loss of image quality. Low light photos on the FZ100 are apparently grainier on the FZ100 than on the FZ35 as well. Add to that the fact that the FZ40 will only accept microchipped Panasonic batteries (at 3-4 times the price of aftermarket batteries) and the choice is clear! Stop waiting! Buy an FZ35. I just did myself!
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Hi, recently bought the FZ18K.At first look i loved it. Still goin over all the modes and features the cam provides.As far as memory card and batteries are concerned they use the same as FZ8I would say go for the FZ18K/S
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thanks for your info! Will look into the site and hopefully get a good deal on a memory card :)
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I'd like to suggest the sx40 because it's fabulous. However, it is larger than the sx230 and won't fit in the pocket. The smaller you get the less perfection a camera has, whereas it can't possibly please every need.But canon has done decent job trying to fit in a fast camera with 7FPS [really cool, but a smaller file size]. I find it hard without a viewfinder to shoot birds in flight other than off a limb. This camera is small, so without high shutter speeds fast moving animals can be blurred. You really have to have a good technigue on small cameras. The sx230 is a little faster than the rest of the pack. I'd like to suggest the sx40 because it's fabulous. However, it is larger than the sx230 and won't fit in the pocket. The smaller you get the less perfection a camera has, whereas it can't possibly please every need.But canon has done decent job trying to fit in a fast camera with 7FPS [really cool, but a smaller file size]. I find it hard without a viewfinder to shoot birds in flight other than off a limb. This camera is small, so without high shutter speeds fast moving animals can be blurred. You really have to have a good technigue on small cameras. The sx230 is a little... » Read More I'd like to suggest the sx40 because it's fabulous. However, it is larger than the sx230 and won't fit in the pocket. The smaller you get the less perfection a camera has, whereas it can't possibly please every need.But canon has done decent job trying to fit in a fast camera with 7FPS [really cool, but a smaller file size]. I find it hard without a viewfinder to shoot birds in flight other than off a limb. This camera is small, so without high shutter speeds fast moving animals can be blurred. You really have to have a good technigue on small cameras. The sx230 is a little faster than the rest of the pack. « Show Less
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I recommend the Tamrac Digital Zoom 2It's the perfect bag for the S3 & S5 and it's the best quality you can find for a low price. I own one of this since 2 years, I use it a lot and it still looks like it was new.It has enough space for carrying spare batteries and memory cards.You can find it here:Tamrac 5682 Digital Zoom 2 Camera Bag (Steel Gray)
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Todd,thanks for going ahead and providing the information even thought the OP is old. very useful for one like myself who recently got interested in the gorillapod and who wants to learn more about what is it and isn't good for. appreciate the tip about the quick-release clip. since I will be using it with the FZ150 it sounds like a good match.
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I recently purchased this camera kit. I rated it excellent in quality and function. The battery does come with it. I would recommend purchasing a second battery if you plan a lot of "out-back" photography. The battery life is aprox. 5 hours of use. That's more pictures than you memory card..:-) I do NOT recommend the Sony SDHC card included. Go out and purchase a couple of less expensive smaller cards and save them over to your computer often. My Sony SDHC failed on the second day. I've reformated it but don't trust it. The case included will not hold everything. You'll want a larger case to hold the camera and both lens'. I found an excellent Nikon case at Best Buy for around $70.00. I'm sure you can find one on Amazon for a better price... but it's hard to tell if everything will fit without seeing it. HAVE fun and capture those moments.
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Thanks Kevin. I have decided to buy the FZ28. I find so many positives about it and yours has added to the list.
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If you go to Beach Camera, who sells through here, you will get detailed info. I had bought the sx 160 from them and got a Dane Electro 16GB card (although a San disk would be preferred), 4 double A batteries, the wall charger which also gives a car adapter for it, a card reader, lens cleaning kit and a mini tripod. I sent the camera back because the images it displays on my computer have grain that shows up on the zoom. It goes down to 100 ISO while my old Canon A200 is goes down to 80, if that matters. My old one has cleaner images, otherwise the sx160 has good features and controls. ...And a carrying pouch as stated in Tom's post. If you go to Beach Camera, who sells through here, you will get detailed info. I had bought the sx 160 from them and got a Dane Electro 16GB card (although a San disk would be preferred), 4 double A batteries, the wall charger which also gives a car adapter for it, a card reader, lens cleaning kit and a mini tripod. I sent the camera back because the images it displays on my computer have grain that shows up on the zoom. It goes down to 100 ISO while my old Canon A200 is goes down to 80, if that matters. My old one has cleaner images, otherwise the sx160 has good features and controls.... » Read More If you go to Beach Camera, who sells through here, you will get detailed info. I had bought the sx 160 from them and got a Dane Electro 16GB card (although a San disk would be preferred), 4 double A batteries, the wall charger which also gives a car adapter for it, a card reader, lens cleaning kit and a mini tripod. I sent the camera back because the images it displays on my computer have grain that shows up on the zoom. It goes down to 100 ISO while my old Canon A200 is goes down to 80, if that matters. My old one has cleaner images, otherwise the sx160 has good features and controls. ...And a carrying pouch as stated in Tom's post. « Show Less
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Not much has been said about whether or not the 'improved' image stabilization is actually improved that much. I have the FZ28 and at 18X it can be a little shaky. Has anyone found it improved in the FZ35?
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Thanks, I thought so. A friend of mine ordered a pkg deal from eBay and it didn't come with the charger. I guess she got ripped off with that. She ended up having to go out and buy one.One more question... I've been looking on here to find the best memory card for the camera without paying too much money for an actual Panasonic one. Is the Transcend memory card compatible? (The Transcend 16GB SDHC memory card with USB plug-in). I've read mixed reviews about which ones work or don't work.Thanks in advance & thanks for the previous response.
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Not sure what you want to know. Doesn't Amazon's listing have a complete rundown of the what's included in the box? Since I'm not sure if I answered your question I'll offer this piece of advice: The EVF accessory is a neat piece but I find myself hardly using it and I've used the camera in all conditions including bright sunlight.
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Thanks for the rundown and for the tip. SterlingTek SterlingTek's POWWER brand Canon Powershot SD790 NB-5L battery 1400mAH would be the way to go, but I'm penny-pinching, and 14. + 8. (shipping) for the SterlingTek is 12. more than the Lenmar, so I think I'll have to spin the wheel and hope I receive a non-dud from them. SterlingTek make a sweet little car charger for that battery also (15. + 8.) that would be very handy, but now we're talking fantasy purchases. I shouldn't be shopping, I should be digging myself out of debt.
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If possible go up to the D70s. I owned one and it's a little better. Body only means just the body, and be careful, ensure the listing includes everything it originally came with, such as the battery, charger, and cords. If you're getting one to learn photography, then pick up a used Nikon 35mm f/1.8 DX lens. Stay away from zooms if you're learning. Trust me on this. You will learn how to properly compose a picture with a prime. Zooms are convenient but they also make stale pictures when the photographer doesn't learn how to move. Couple it to a 2GB CompactFlash card and you can't go wrong. It ONLY accepts CompactFlash and only recognizes limited capacities; 2GB is plenty for 6MP. If possible go up to the D70s. I owned one and it's a little better. Body only means just the body, and be careful, ensure the listing includes everything it originally came with, such as the battery, charger, and cords. If you're getting one to learn photography, then pick up a used Nikon 35mm f/1.8 DX lens. Stay away from zooms if you're learning. Trust me on this. You will learn how to properly compose a picture with a prime. Zooms are convenient but they also make stale pictures when the photographer doesn't learn how to move. Couple it to a 2GB CompactFlash card and you can't go wrong.... » Read More If possible go up to the D70s. I owned one and it's a little better. Body only means just the body, and be careful, ensure the listing includes everything it originally came with, such as the battery, charger, and cords. If you're getting one to learn photography, then pick up a used Nikon 35mm f/1.8 DX lens. Stay away from zooms if you're learning. Trust me on this. You will learn how to properly compose a picture with a prime. Zooms are convenient but they also make stale pictures when the photographer doesn't learn how to move. Couple it to a 2GB CompactFlash card and you can't go wrong. It ONLY accepts CompactFlash and only recognizes limited capacities; 2GB is plenty for 6MP. « Show Less
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I have had this marvelous little camera for about 2 years, and I am not tired of saying this camera is a treasure. I use Transcend 16GB Class 10 SDHC Flash Memory Card: it lasts a long time, for a year I have not had to buy a new card. Every weekend I take beautiful pictures with bright colors with my camera and record great videos to post them on YouTube. I'm not sure the memory card you mentioned is right for this camera, that R40 part sounds unfamiliar, but you can buy a regular Transcend, or any other brand 32GB SDHC class 10 memory card for your camera and you'll be on the safe side. It's inexpensive and lasts a loooong time :)
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You may want to read the "What battery and charger do I need with this camera?" thread for info about batteries and chargers. A fairly inexpensive tripod may also come in handy so that you can be in the pictures, as well. A fairly good sized SD card (2 Gig and up) is also recommended. Otherwise, no need to get too carried away with other accessories, until you feel comfortable with your camera's ability. Of course, a sturdy bag goes a long way in protecting your camera.