Charles wrote:
> "RsH" <rsh@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote in message
> news:0bnag3h9bauim6gtdtp94n2o74v4l20l99@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
>> I am looking for a camera for use from a cruise ship's balcony to
>> catch whales, and to take photos as we come into and go out of ports
>> both for a cruise to Mexico's west coast and to Alaska. As well I want
>> to use the camera for other things, but a larger optical zoom factor
>> is a must. So the following seem to be the cameras I am considering...
>> Which is the best choice?
>
> It's not the best choice, but it's your choice. The cameras have mostly
> matured and converged in performance and features; thus the brand issue
is
> more emotional and personal than technical. You have a nice list and
have
> done your spadework; now:
>
> Go handle them. Go handle them. Go handle them. I can almost
guarantee
> that you won't like some of them in your hands.
>
> I teach photography and hate recommending cameras because it often comes
> back and bites me in the arse. Camera feel and control ergonomics are
> rather personal issues.
>
> Also, when possible, download the user manuals and see if they are
readable.
Really, none of the above, referring to the OP. For decent to excellent
wildlife shots you'll be better off with an entry level DSLR from Canon
or Nikon. I came back from an Alaskan cruise, and my EFF of just over
400 was not quite as long as I would have liked, even with excellent
optics.
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john mcwilliams
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