What are the differences between this and the Zoom H1? Are there any advantages?
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I don't own the zoom model but the main advantage of the DR-05 over the Z1 will be the screen size. More info displayed and easier to read. And the Dr-05 comes with a micro SD card saving you a few dollars. But at this price range and feature set, they are basically the same. I would go with whichever one is cheaper at the time of purchase. I use my Dr-05 inside a pouch connected to a lav mic around my waist. And sync the audio in post. The Z1 can be used the same way. Both can be mounted on to your dslr if that is how you intend to use it. Although the Z1 has a small footprint.
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One is 3x-9x power/zoom, the other is 4x-12x power/zoom. There is no advantage as they are both vx-2, however, one of them zooms further than the other.
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Hi I have the Canon XSI and its a terrific camera. I am thinking of getting the Powershot S1 IS because of its 20X zoom which is equivalent to 560mm. I like the fact that I don't have to change lenses and that it has image stabilization at the 20X zoom. If you are an ameteur to semi-professional photographer then the S1 IS is the way to go. With the XSI I have to keep chainging lenses and when I use my 300mm lens I no longer have Image Stabilization. It does require carrying extra lenses which can be a pain when traveling. I like the fact that the S1 IS has a better sensor and records HD movies. If I did not have the XSI I would definitely buy the S1 IS. Like I said I am stronlgly considering buying the new S1 IS. Hope this info helps.
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Essentially the zoom. 35mm is more versatile, but you may need to get physically closer to the subject. The 55mm you may need to get further away. If you are taking a picture of your kids blowing out candles, you can site next to the, with the 35mm, but the 55mm you might have to stand back at the doorway.
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I didn't see any difference. I am very happy with mine, it woulds like I believe it should. There was only one issue with the viewfinder which in my opinion become too easily detached, but I am sure that's only my model. I would say do more research on this 1d in comparison to others. You can always buy and return it to if you don't mind spending a few bucks on shipping it back if you don't like it.
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I have one. It is VERY smooth and you can zoom from camera or the handle and you can program the speed of the zoom. Fast on camera, slow on handle. NICE NICE NICE
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Yes. I bought it to record music at group lessons. I also have a Zoom H4n. The Sony is far easier to use. It's more intuitive.
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I got confused reading the reviews in the search engine over this, and I almost bought the wrong model. This camera (HX400V) is NOT the same as the H400, and reviews about this camera compared with the Sony website is a bit confusing. One reviewer said they are both the same except for GPS, which is incorrect. The basic model has a 63x zoom, and no GPS or WiFI, and some other features are missing, but the HX 400B/V is the high end model with the Carl Zeiss 50x lens, (better glass, lower f/stop) the Wifi, GPS and the upgraded capabilities.
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100% the zoom is always powered and very fast, no matter which lens you choose. The manual lens handling is way better than the powered version, but it doubles the size of the system. If you like full control over what you are doing stay away from the powered lens... it's awkward...
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Yes, I may be better. You would have a delay when you use the zoom. It will take a few seconds to focus at a long distance. I will say this...this camera is really not a point and shoot camera. It has an awesome zoom function. I carry my small Cannon 2200 for point and shoot situations. It fits in the side pocket of the Case Logic case.
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These two cameras are very similar. The advantages of the T3i: It has a flip-out screen, and a battery with a longer life than the SL1. But the SL1 is "newer" than the T3i, and therefore it has some tech advantages: (1) It is 30% lighter and smaller than the T3i (and this is a significant advantage when you carry the camera all day); (2) It provides continuous auto-focus for videos (which the T3i does not provide); (3) It has a "touch screen" for enlarging and shrinking shot playback; and (4) It offers in-camera HDR. Since technology is constantly improving the quality of cameras and sensors, I would opt for the "newer" vs. the "older" DSLR releases.
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For me, the zoom feature alone makes the camera worth the extra bucks. Wide angle shots warp the size and vertical lines of a shot, and make the speed of objects coming toward you suddenly get faster as the two of you get very close. Withoug the zoom, subjects more than a dozen feet away appear VERY small in the playback. Add in the capability of the XA-2 to shoot slow motion and higher resolution stills and it really is very clear that the XA-2 is worth the extra money. I don't have first hand experience with the XA-1, but the exposures from my XA-2 are very good, much better than a couple of other cameras I have owned. For me, the zoom feature alone makes the camera worth the extra bucks. Wide angle shots warp the size and vertical lines of a shot, and make the speed of objects coming toward you suddenly get faster as the two of you get very close. Withoug the zoom, subjects more than a dozen feet away appear VERY small in the playback. Add in the capability of the XA-2 to shoot slow motion and higher resolution stills and it really is very clear that the XA-2 is worth the extra money. I don't have first hand experience with the XA-1, but the exposures from my XA-2 are very good, much better than a couple... » Read More For me, the zoom feature alone makes the camera worth the extra bucks. Wide angle shots warp the size and vertical lines of a shot, and make the speed of objects coming toward you suddenly get faster as the two of you get very close. Withoug the zoom, subjects more than a dozen feet away appear VERY small in the playback. Add in the capability of the XA-2 to shoot slow motion and higher resolution stills and it really is very clear that the XA-2 is worth the extra money. I don't have first hand experience with the XA-1, but the exposures from my XA-2 are very good, much better than a couple of other cameras I have owned. « Show Less
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Absolutely, the 1s has a 300 lumen output while the HL has a 630 lumen output meaning it quite literally puts out twice the light. This light is brighter, covers a larger area and still manages to retain a good battery life. It is well worth the extra $20.
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The HS50 is a fixed lens camera but it has the ability to allow for you to twist (screw) on extension lenses and filters on the front of the lens in the same way a DSLR lens does without having to use any kind of special adapters. And with the Manual Zoom the extra weight of these does add extra wear lessening the life of the camera as it would with a motorized zoom. This was one of the reasons I purchased the HS50 rather than one of the other Bridge cameras as this adds so much to the camera's versatility and with no additional cost for specialized adapters. Great Camera have owned it for 6 months now and still love it. Very Versatile and takes great pictures The HS50 is a fixed lens camera but it has the ability to allow for you to twist (screw) on extension lenses and filters on the front of the lens in the same way a DSLR lens does without having to use any kind of special adapters. And with the Manual Zoom the extra weight of these does add extra wear lessening the life of the camera as it would with a motorized zoom. This was one of the reasons I purchased the HS50 rather than one of the other Bridge cameras as this adds so much to the camera's versatility and with no additional cost for specialized adapters. Great Camera have owned it for... » Read More The HS50 is a fixed lens camera but it has the ability to allow for you to twist (screw) on extension lenses and filters on the front of the lens in the same way a DSLR lens does without having to use any kind of special adapters. And with the Manual Zoom the extra weight of these does add extra wear lessening the life of the camera as it would with a motorized zoom. This was one of the reasons I purchased the HS50 rather than one of the other Bridge cameras as this adds so much to the camera's versatility and with no additional cost for specialized adapters. Great Camera have owned it for 6 months now and still love it. Very Versatile and takes great pictures « Show Less
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Not much. The size is about the same. This one has a little bit better zoom.
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Well I must say I love my G1!! I was thinking the pancake 20mm f1.7 should be my next purchase, it just hard to convince myself about cashing $400 for it, but for what I have read it's the most versatile of them all. Now that the EZ zoom is based on digital zoom right? I try not to use the digital zoom since I don't like the lost of quality. I'm not big into telephoto as of now at least, so I think I'll go for the pancake. It's suppose to be 40mm as equivalent to a 35mm camera. And the reviews say it's versatile enough for dimly lit scenarios.Thanks for your reply!!
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the hfs is more powerful and more expensive than the hf. the hfs lens and chipset if better as well. you pay more for better quality