Picture using my new Panasonic FZ200

I just wanted to thank everyone for all their advice on cameras. I have been practicing with my new Panasonic FZ200, and I am very pleased with the results. Attached is one of the pictures that I took today in Northern Yellowstone. We were lucky enough to see a mama bear with 2 cubs, and 1 grizzly. I didn't use a tripod for this picture, so I was very pleased with the quality.

Glad that you are pleased with the camera and that you got the photo of the Bear.

Keith

Thank you. After watching several of Graham's videos on youtube, I have definitely been improving. The first several outings with the camera were disappointing, but I have learned a lot since then.

I'm looking at this camera at the moment. I have a Panasonic Lumix FZ28 (upgraded from an FZ18 which developed a major fault after 51 weeks!) which is four years old, and now the motor seems to be sticking on both the shutter and the zoom, so I think it may be time to replace it.

I've loved the FZ28 , it does all I want and more, and I don't feel the need to upgrade to a full SLR from a 'bridge' - but could I manage with one from the FZ60 series? Oh, temptation, temptation ...

Great photo, by the way :)

Thank you very much. I am really loving this camera. The zoom is amazing, and I am very impressed with how clear the pictures are coming out even though I haven't been using a tripod. That bear cub in that picture was a good 75 years from where I took it, and I didn't even have it zoomed in all the way. I can't wait to see what kind of pictures I can get on my Alaskan cruise in 2 short weeks. :)

I'm looking at this camera at the moment. I have a Panasonic Lumix FZ28

I've loved the FZ28 , it does all I want and more, and I don't feel the need to upgrade to a full SLR from a 'bridge' - but could I manage with one from the FZ60 series? Oh, temptation, temptation ...

You might google "FZ60 v FZ200"

I know what you mean - I had a Panasonic FZ28, the FZ35, FZ150 and now the FZ200 (which my wife uses).

I really don't think you can beat it as a travel camera just because of its great zoom range.

In Steve's reviews, he does like the FZ60 though he gives higher marks to the FZ200

I've looked at comparisons, but they actually both have some features the other doesn't. I think I'm going to go with the FZ200...

How is the "size"? I'm used to a point and shoot that fits in my pocket (I'm I'm wearing the right jeans). I'm hesitant to get a bigger camera since the feel heavy on my neck. I'm not opposed to some weight but I definitely don't want DSLR weight.

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How is the "size"? I'm used to a point and shoot that fits in my pocket (I'm I'm wearing the right jeans). I'm hesitant to get a bigger camera since the feel heavy on my neck. I'm not opposed to some weight but I definitely don't want DSLR weight.

 

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ZS19/20/30 would fit in your pants pocket or around your belt. FZ60/200 is too big.

FZ60/FZ200 definitely too big to put in trouser pockets, but it's not too heavy / burdensome. I can fit mine in a shoulder bag, but not a small handbag / purse / pocket book, but don't find it too heavy when I wear it around my neck.

I ended up buying a used 9one for 420. I can return it if I find it is too big. Figured I might as well try it.

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