What is your subject matter, and what is the end use of your images?I supposed cameras become more affordable after a couple of years, so it would be best to buy used.
I would like to record my daily life, also eventually I would like to make high-quality videos for YouTube. Maybe I need both compact (for carrying everywhere) and non-compact (for special occasions like travelling).What is your subject matter, and what is the end use of your images?
This is a no-name brand 48 mp compact camera selling for about $67. https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Bofypoo-Autofocus-Vlogging-Beginners/dp/B0BK9BSQ1G/ref=sr_1_18?keywords=point+shoot&qid=1672123538&s=electronics&sr=1-18&ufe=app_do:amzn1.fos.006c50ae-5d4c-4777-9bc0-4513d670b6bc&th=1If you get a point and shoot buy new as they have advanced alot and relatively cheap.
If you want a DSLR buy used; Canon SL2 or T5i body, Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 lens, Canon 55-250mm STM lens
I'm sure others with more experience may have better choices, but this is what I know.
An excellent camera to have is the Samsung WB850F. The only reason I'm not using it is because the clone batteries they are making aren't strong. The color was absolutely magnificent and the shutter speed was relatively fast and the zoom was unbelievable. I've compared its picture taking abilities to some of the monstrosities Canon makes. Their photographers had to fumble with all kinds of lenses to do what the Samsung could do. My husband and I would laugh at Canons because they are expensive and really aren't that good. This one takes a while to focus. It's as thought it's trying to make a decision if it wants to or not. The speed of the shot is more than lethargic and the color of its pictures is average. It's menu is even more simple having less options. A blah but convenient camera.
G'day dreamerI supposed cameras become more affordable after a couple of years, so it would be best to buy used.
If you want a DSLR buy used; Canon SL2 or T5i body, Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 lens, Canon 55-250mm STM lens
I'm sure others with more experience may have better choices, but this is what I know.
i forgot to add the link to the Amazon review praising the Samsung compact over the Canon compact. Here it is: Amazon.com: Customer reviews: Canon Cameras US Point and Shoot Digital Camera with 3.0" LCD, Black (2955C001)Another camera, a 16 mp Samsung WB350F from 2014 (I think), is selling for about the same price on eBay. I noticed that this camera got a glowing review in 2021 under the comment section for a recent Canon compact camera on Amazon (the reviewer said it's better than Canon):
"An excellent camera to have is the Samsung WB850F. The only reason I'm not using it is because the clone batteries they are making aren't strong. The color was absolutely magnificent and the shutter speed was relatively fast and the zoom was unbelievable. I've compared its picture taking abilities to some of the monstrosities Canon makes. Their photographers had to fumble with all kinds of lenses to do what the Samsung could do. My husband and I would laugh at Canons because they are expensive and really aren't that good. This one takes a while to focus. It's as thought it's trying to make a decision if it wants to or not. The speed of the shot is more than lethargic and the color of its pictures is average. It's menu is even more simple having less options. A blah but convenient camera."
Which model of Panasonics do you use?G'day dreamer
I would add to Soocom's comments too "forgive me for sounding a bit blunt. "
Video stuff at "4k" image quality equals 8 megapixels in single-photo mode, so anything above this is deleted from the original image. So whatever happens, 20 or 30mpx is wasted and 48 mpx is a nonsense
You mention "Maybe I need both compact (for carrying everywhere) and non-compact (for special occasions like travelling)." ... and from this I would select the "compact (for carrying everywhere)" option and stick with that
While a dSLR 'might' provide you with damn good still photo quality pictures (presuming you print them for your lounge room wall), carrying a heavy camera plus extra lenses while travelling soon becomes a nuisance
Speaking personally, we live and travel Australia for about 8 months each year, so size & weight are critical as the vehicle has only so much storage space. We exclusively use compact / bridge cameras (Panasonic as it happens) and from this we have no need or desire to use dSLRs. They are just too large and too heavy and too cumbersome
Hope this helps
Phil
G'day mateWhich model of Panasonics do you use?