Panasonic FZ50 Sample Images

Being such an old camera now, what can be said about the Lumix FZ50 that hasn't already been talked about. An excellent camera with a really good lens and a respectable zoom length. I do find it quite large in size though. And these days I prefer to carry something smaller for convenience. With that said, the controls for manual focus and zoom being on the barrel of the lens make the FZ50 something a little different to the rest of the Bridge cameras, and it feels much more like a DSLR to use because of this.

Panasonic Lumix FZ50 Lens. And below, some images taken with my FZ50. Made smaller, but not enhanced at all, they are straight from the camera.

There are other models similar to this, such as the Panasonic FZ20 and FZ30, those two are very good also. But the 5 mega pixel FZ20, while still a good all-rounder for taking pictures, it is the oldest of the three models and does have the least best image quality out of the three Still very good though, even today. It also does not have the manual zoom ring on the barrel like the other two, only a manual focus control ring.

Rhododendron Ponticum

 

Squirrel wants more nuts

 

This tree was totally dead, but still standing

Prices fluctuate for all models mentioned here. When I was looking to buy a used FZ50 on eBay some sellers wanted ridiculous money. I was patient and it paid off. I ended up snapping one up for around £30 in really good condition. A great deal. I tried to buy an FZ20 too. I sent an offer for £12.

Peacock butterfly basking in the sun

Bees love Rhododendrons

 

Phone Mast. Too many of these are popping up everywhere. They are dangerous.

Sunlight shining through the leaves of a white Daffodil

Good zoom. A sun dial at the top of St. John The Baptist Church In Berkswell, UK.

A low offer I know. But I thought I'd try my luck as the auction was close to ending and the seller had no bids and a starting price of £9.99. He refused my offer so I placed one bid but was in a rush and couldn't wait for the auction to end. Someone ended up buying it for £10 and some change. But now the FZ20 seems to have had a small rise in popularity, so the price has risen. Now the minimum on eBay is around £30.

One thing just so you're aware. This camera was produced at a time when video footage in cameras was in its infancy. As a result the FZ50's video recording capabilities are so bad and pixelated its laughable. Specification claims to be 848 x 480 resolution, but It must be around 140p - 240p. By today's standards It really is bad. So please, don't buy this camera if you want to be able to switch between filming video and taking photo's. This camera is strictly for taking pictures.

In finishing this post, the Panasonic Lumix FZ50 is a classic camera that is really nice to use. What I like most about it is, as mentioned, the barrel zoom and manual focus controls, and also how well it retains image quality when applying far zoom ranges. If you see one for sale at a decent price snap it up. I'm sure you won't be disappointed. And if you are, they hold their resale price quite well, so you should at least get what you paid for it if you decide its not for you. And its a sought after model. That means it will sell pretty quick.

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Nikon D3100 DSLR Camera Sample Photos

Here are some quick sample photos taken with the Nikon D3100 DSLR camera. This camera is classed as an entry-level DSLR. But don't be fooled by that "entry level" label, the D3100 is a very capable camera (even with the kit lens), with the ability to take excellent quality photographs. As you can see with the few examples below. They are not full size, but have been made smaller in order to not make this post too slow to load.

As I'm sure you are aware, Nikon is a well-known camera manufacturer that produces high-quality digital cameras and lenses. The Nikon 14.2 megapixel D3100, in 2022 is a somewhat older addition to its lineup of DSLR (Digital single lens reflex) cameras. The D3100 combines a modern design with user-friendly features and excellent image quality. See below for image examples. The D3100 is a good choice for beginners and experienced users alike.

A beautiful light amber eyed Owl

The D3100 has several enhancements over previous models that improve usability and functionality. For starters, the camera has a straightforward design that is easy to understand and use. Most controls are located on the top or back of the camera with minimal buttons on the body. This makes it easy to use the camera without looking at the menu screens or adjusting settings manually. In addition, the Nikon D3100 can shoot high-quality images in just about any lighting situation thanks to its versatile built-in flash unit. Lastly, it comes with several software tools that can enhance your photography further.

Purple Flower

The Nikon D3100 is a good and very popular first DSLR camera for beginners since it has simplified controls and plenty of shooting options without bogging down performance. It's also quite small and handles image processing well for better image quality without degradation from noise suppression or compression.

White cat stalking an unknown prey, or just curious, checking something out.

Plus, even a complete novice can get good results in many situations due to its solid auto features, exposure tracking capabilities and exposure compensation dials. Low-light performance is also pretty impressive. All this makes for a very versatile beginner’s DSLR for those on a budget that gets you started off on the right foot without emptying your bank account first.

The wiley old Fox scanning the landscape

Nikon cameras are known for their solid build and good image / video quality, which is why many professional photographers choose Nikon over other brands. The same applies to the D3100 since it has excellent durability and performance at an affordable price point compared to other models in its class. Although, I have to admit, I prefer Canon over Nikon.

The amazing plumage of the Kingfisher bird. Shame to see a tag on its leg, though. 

But anyway, this model also has a largely dustproof construction and of course has tripod mounting abilities and more. It has many standard features found on higher end models [and many cheaper non-DSLR models too] but included on a lower cost model as well. But do note: It is not waterproof. In short, if you want your money’s worth from a digital SLR camera this one will definitely deliver. If you can't find this model for sale, checkout the equally as good if not better Nikon 3200 or 3500 [excellent].

A fitting last image. A cute little kitten chilling out in a plant pot.

 

 

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