2006-07-20 01:37:08 · 5 answers · asked by jasonva24301 2 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
If you want to zoom in over crazy distances, there are a few compact cameras that have a 420mm+ reach, namely:
Kodak Z612
Canon Powershot S2
Canon Powershot S3
These are all pretty good. Then there are a whole bunch of cameras that go to around 370mm. If you're interested in these too, you can get a list by doing a features search at: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare.asp That will also show you the price of each camera, how many megapixels they have, and a lot of other information.
For in depth reviews of specific models, including value for money, visit
http://www.steves-digicams.com/hardware_reviews.html
and http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/default.asp?view=alpha
2006-07-20 03:15:10 · answer #1 · answered by OMG, I ♥ PONIES!!1 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Short of a bulky DSLR with a very large telephoto lens- which is arguably the 'best', there is a whole breed of compact, big zoom cameras. While this class of camera was probably started by the venerable Minolta Z1, the current reigning champions in this category are the Panasonic FZ30 and smaller FZ7. And look at the Sony DSC-H5, the latest in a the "H" series from Sony that it very very good.
Oh- Panasonic just announced the FZ50 (not yet available). It's 10Mp, but will undoubtably be a noisier sensor.
The Panny's and Sony's both have image stabilization built in, which is essential for using that big zoom in anything but bright sunshine. However- Fuji has found another way around the problem by offering high ISO (sensitivity) capability, which has the added benifit of allowing you to stop action. So- if this camera is for sports or action shots- you might consider the new fuji S6500fd (just being released, not yet available) or the well respected Fuji S9000 (a.k.a S9500)
2006-07-20 03:18:51 · answer #2 · answered by Morey000 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Binoculars with cameras have very tiny sensors and you will be lucky to get photos larger than 4x6 inches. Take a look at the cameras and lenses used by the pros shooting on the field. That will give you a clue... (PS, they use Nikon and Canon DSLR's with really long lenses) If price is no object look at the Nikon D3 with a 200-400 mm lens. That will get you started for under $10,000 For 8x10 and 11x14 prints, a Nikon D40 with AF-S 70-300 mm VR zoom would be a good starting point ... Less than $900.
2016-03-16 02:18:41 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The new Canon palm size camera has the paranomic function that allows you to stitch multiple picture automatically.
2006-07-20 02:14:15 · answer #4 · answered by Bruce__MA 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will be the camera which can zoom most, like 10 times kind..
2006-07-20 01:43:38 · answer #5 · answered by a V a 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋