Comparing S1800 with Fz-35 and SX20: How do you think they compare?
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The S1800 sells for less than $200, and the Canon and Panasonic sell for between $320 and $370...not surprisingly, the more expensive cameras have better auto modes, better focusing, faster response times, and slightly sharper lenses. However, the bargain price and the light weight of the S1800 plus the fact that it uses AA batteries will make it very attractive to travelers. The S1800 will certainly be the lightest camera in the world with a zoom that goes from 28mm to 525mm...at any price. If your budget is $150 to $200, the S1800 is the best choice. If you plan to spend more than $300 and are willing to pay another $50 for a spare battery, the Panasonic should be your first choice.
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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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SD series is more for the "point and shoot" crowd whereas the Sxx series offers more exposure adjustability for better creative control. The Sxx series also generally has larger image sensors which creates more interpixel spacing which reduces light bleeding between pixels thus reducing noise. (The "larger" reference is in reference to physical size of the sensor not pixel count.) As for whether the S90 takes better/clearer pictures the answer is most likely yes but how much better is going to be based on the situation. In low light situations the answer is a definite yes as the S90 has an f2.0 aperature which allows twice as much light as the f2.8 of the SD1200. This combined with the larger sensor will allow the S90 to take better low light pictures. Some other differences favoring the S90 are the 28mm wide angle lens and flash range. The 28mm lens captures an image roughly 25% wider than the 35mm lens on the SD1200. Flash distance increases from 14 to 21 feet at wide angle setting. The downside of the S90 is size. It is considerably larger and heavier than the SD1200. As for the reddish tones, this is a function of Canon cameras. It can be minimized however through proper use of the white balance/lighting type settings in the camera. I hope this helps. (note: Sxx refers to the S10 through S90 series not the S100 through S500 series which were point and shoot models.)
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I also purchased the FZ8 and returned it because of the noise (grainy photos). I went ahead and got the Sony DSC-H7 and like it much better. My only wish is that it would shoot in the RAW format (the FZ8 did!). Overall, we like the flash better, the speed better, the grip and position of the buttons and the H7 camera overall.
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Thanks for the gory details. Its flaky metering, fumbling auto-focus and inexcusably slow (F:5.7@100mm) telephoto definitely knock the Canon SX10 off my list. What were the designers at Canon thinking? The FZ28 with its fat lens and RAW recording looks better and better.
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Can't answer your question directly, but I do have a FZ30 from a few years back, and a P500. I like the twist zoom of the Panasonic instead of the motor zoom on the Nikon, but both work well. I've been getting exceptionally good zoom photos out of the P500 with excellent contrast and color (I've reviewed it recently here). The colors particularly red can sometimes come out with some strange hues on the FZ. If it helps, I was going to upgrade either the FZ30 to the FZ100 OR Nikon P80 to the P500 and decided to go with the Nikon. Further I bought the new model D5100 dSLR Nikon and compared the photos from that with the P500 and they are very close to each other in general performance (although I'm sure low-light will be better with the dSLR).
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Donald,I've had the FZ40 2 weeks but haven't taken a bunch. Those I've examined in closeup are excellent. At least as, probably better than, the FZ28. I took some flower shots then zoomed in on computer. The petals are crystal clear.The 24x Zoom was my main reason (Wow!), but now I'm finding lots of extras -for instance Date Stamping individually and separately from original. Maybe the 28 did, too? All told I'm glad I got it. Great price, too.Will
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I'm between the same two models, and was also considering the Canon SX30IS. I recommend you read the in-depth reviews on www.imaging-resource.com. Unfortunately, despite all the great features of the Panasonic FZ100 and the Leica lens, it's image quality doesn't compare to the Nikon. Compare the noise and detail of the sample images in both of these reviews. It's too bad, I was about to get the FZ100 until I saw how poor the image detail was up close. But that website ended up giving the Nikon P500 a high recomendation, while they could not in good conscience give the FZ100 any sort of recomendation at all. I'm between the same two models, and was also considering the Canon SX30IS. I recommend you read the in-depth reviews on www.imaging-resource.com. Unfortunately, despite all the great features of the Panasonic FZ100 and the Leica lens, it's image quality doesn't compare to the Nikon. Compare the noise and detail of the sample images in both of these reviews. It's too bad, I was about to get the FZ100 until I saw how poor the image detail was up close. But that website ended up giving the Nikon P500 a high recomendation, while they could not in good conscience give the FZ100 any sort of... » Read More I'm between the same two models, and was also considering the Canon SX30IS. I recommend you read the in-depth reviews on www.imaging-resource.com. Unfortunately, despite all the great features of the Panasonic FZ100 and the Leica lens, it's image quality doesn't compare to the Nikon. Compare the noise and detail of the sample images in both of these reviews. It's too bad, I was about to get the FZ100 until I saw how poor the image detail was up close. But that website ended up giving the Nikon P500 a high recomendation, while they could not in good conscience give the FZ100 any sort of recomendation at all. « Show Less
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According to my research there aren't very many differences between the 2 models, which is a bit confusing as to why there are 2 models that are so closely designed but I am just a consumer, what do I know. It appears from my side-to-side comparison that the main differences are going to be: *A little better flash for the FS25 *Faster and 1 more shot for the Continuous shot bursts *A more in depth metering sensor for the FS25 offering more detection points *The 25 weighs a bit more and has a slightly larger LCD (2.7 vs 3.0inches) And the FS25 of course costs approximately $20-50 more than the FS15 The largest difference to me is the design of the body, I really love the little hand grip that is molded into the front of the FS25 body, to me that makes a big difference when taking one handed shots, as I often do. Other than that everything is exactly identical between the 2 I would spend the extra $20 myself but that is just me Hope that helps Happy Hunting
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Thanks for the links, R.G.! Esp. the comparison. I've been holding off for THE p+s camera (to replace my Canon S410) and I think TZ5 is it.
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No, it is much better than the sx280 and is what you would normally expect from a compact camera.
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Well to be very honest I don't feel I could compare something I am not familiar with. I would only be reading reviews about the Finepix S1800 and not actually comparing 2 products. I can only say (since I bought it for my son who is 36) that the pictures he takes with it are amazing and the price was very reasonable. I am sorry but I think if I tried to compare it to something I am not familiar with I would be giving you false information.
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The Canon SX10IS is much better than the Nikon P90, despite having a shorter zoom and less Megapixels. Image quality and responsiveness is what you should be looking for, and the P90 does not have either of them.I would look also at the Panasonic FZ28, specially if you prize weight - this is the choice I made, after testing Nikon, Canon, Panny and Olympus.
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I liked all the features the camera had to offer, but when viewed on my 17 laptop screen the images were a bit fuzzy, and that is before any enlargement to them. I am going to look at buying the SX280 camera. Size wise, I find my current A2000is very convenient for everyday carry around as would also be the case for the SX160.
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In short, comparing to SX110, at least on paper, SX120 got better processor, but worse sensor and shorter battery life.In other words, I think that at best these models are about the same, at worst SX120 is a step down.About SX200: judging by reviews, it seems that SX110 is (well... was) better in low light. May be that's the reason why Canon dumbed down SX120 so the image quality of different cameras will better agree with their price points.
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I do not have the S1800 but have compared it to the Fine Pix 650EXR. The General Imaging to me makes better stills. I have taken video with both but personally do not see a difference. I like the AA batteries in the GE but the arrangement is such that if you change the SD card and are not careful, the batteries will fall out. The thing I like better about the Fine Pix is that you can take pictures or videos without turning the selection knob, you just push a different button. The Fine Pix is also smaller. Were it not for the AA batteries to ensure I could keep it running in Europe, I would not have purchased the GE. I do not have the S1800 but have compared it to the Fine Pix 650EXR. The General Imaging to me makes better stills. I have taken video with both but personally do not see a difference. I like the AA batteries in the GE but the arrangement is such that if you change the SD card and are not careful, the batteries will fall out. The thing I like better about the Fine Pix is that you can take pictures or videos without turning the selection knob, you just push a different button. The Fine Pix is also smaller. Were it not for the AA batteries to ensure I could keep it running in Europe, I would... » Read More I do not have the S1800 but have compared it to the Fine Pix 650EXR. The General Imaging to me makes better stills. I have taken video with both but personally do not see a difference. I like the AA batteries in the GE but the arrangement is such that if you change the SD card and are not careful, the batteries will fall out. The thing I like better about the Fine Pix is that you can take pictures or videos without turning the selection knob, you just push a different button. The Fine Pix is also smaller. Were it not for the AA batteries to ensure I could keep it running in Europe, I would not have purchased the GE. « Show Less
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There is no real difference betweeen the two, other than adding the newer digic 4 processor (replacing the older digic 3 processor on the SX110). I don't think this is worth a premium over the SX110. As already discussed in other discussion page, the sensor is slightly smaller (BAD!), and they upped the megapixel to 10 (up from 9 -- almost useless). I really don't understand Canon why they released this camera without anything really worth upgrading from the SX110. I would rather recommend you the SX200, which have much more features, like wide angle, longer zoom, proprietary battery so you can see battery meter on LCD (unlike with the AA batteries), has quicker flash recharge time, speaker is placed on better position, has additional features like color swap, color options like vivid red/blue/green, you can erase part of a movie, and is slimmer. Or, if you want more pro but not going DSLR way, check out the new G11.