Bill-
In the old days when I was using a Nikon SLR, I had a 24mm lens, and I
would simple put that on the camera, and hold it over my head to take
pictures in crowds. No flip out screen needed, and it did a good job,
but you might have to crop the photo somewhat.
But the real reason I am sending this is to offer some more
unsolicited advice. Be sure to buy a camera to which you can attach
another flash. The built-in flash units on about all cameras are
really weak sisters, and limit their use. The useful range of most of
the built in flash units is not very far, but even the smaller
attachable flash units by the major companies can overcome this fault.
I have the little cheap Nikon stick-on flash that fits my D-40 SLR,
and it does a good job.
Another thing about a SLR camera is that the basic package suggested
in the stores is with a big zoom, but these cameras can also be
purchased with non-zoom lens some of which reduces the size and weight
considerably. Most professionals get along fine with a 24 or 35 mm, a
50mm, and a 100mm, equivalent that can be pulled out of your bag and
used on the unit. Without the 100 mm you do not even need a bag-
pockets will do. Only spies use the long range (200+mm) zooms.
Neal
On Aug 24, 2012, at 3:11 PM, Bill Rising wrote:
On Aug 24, 2012, at 12:35 , Neal Hammon wrote:
Bill-
I also think you are getting good advice.
OK... I guess I should be going to try seeing how these cameras feel
in my hands and how well I like working with them. I'll also have to
look around to see if anyone carries the Panasonic. One feature it has
which matches my current camera is a flip-out (I think the word is
'articulated') screen. I've found this very good for taking shots over
the heads of crowds and at other strange angles. [1]
Thanks for the info,
Bill
[1] Oops, now I've probably gone and identified myself as a rube ;<)
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