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Camera recommendations... (13 posts / 1,002 views)
Spod Spod
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Post #1 11 Jul 2020 10:44
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Sorry, I know there are loads of threads on Cameras but being a relative novice I am easily confused!

I want to change from my Canon 600D SLR to something more compact with wi-fi. Budget is £400 to £500 max and I would like it to have the following features;

* Compact body
* Flip screen for self-takes
* Wi-Fi/Bluetooth smart phone connectivity
* Compatible with an Intervalometer

Any recommendations/reviews greatly appreciated....

duggs
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Post #2 11 Jul 2020 11:33
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In reply to Post #1
Which lenses do you currently have?
If you have anything better than the kit lens you might be best served by one of the canon eos-m range and an adaptor. I'd also suggest a viltrox lens turbo adaptor to get the full frame look out of it

AJM123 AJM123
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Post #3 11 Jul 2020 13:36
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In reply to Post #1
Take a look at a mirrorless camera.
The Sony A5100 might meet your requirements.
cramthenet cramthenet
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Post #4 11 Jul 2020 13:46
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In reply to Post #3
canon 250d might do.
Spod Spod
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Post #5 11 Jul 2020 14:10
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In reply to Post #3
Thanks guys.

Looking at a Sony A5000 that my wife had that i had completely forgotten about! It is definitely compact, wifi enabled, flip screen and i have just found a compatible intervalometer on Amazon. Will see what that's like before splashing out, could have saved myself a small fortune!
Hadrian
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Post #6 11 Jul 2020 14:28
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In reply to Post #1
I'm currently using the EOS M6, great image quality at lower iso, kit lens is half decent and the full range of canon lenses are available too. Plus it as all the features you require, could do with in camera charging but not a deal breaker.
zinno
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Post #7 11 Jul 2020 14:50
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Panasonic G7/G9/G80
yonny yonny
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Post #8 13 Jul 2020 08:21
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In reply to Post #5
That A5000 meets all the requirements you listed Mat. It's perfect for what you're after.

I believe the lenses are quite pricey though.
duggs
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Post #9 13 Jul 2020 10:09
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I'm not certain on the focus system on that camera but if it's pdaf he could get the ef to e mount lens turbo adaptor to use any canon lenses. It would work with contrast af but it's pretty slow and hunts a lot.

Really cool gadget
yonny yonny
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Post #10 13 Jul 2020 10:21
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In reply to Post #9
Very handy
Spod Spod
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Post #11 13 Jul 2020 17:40
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In reply to Post #8
Cheers Ian..

Intervalometer turned up today and works a treat. My mate has a similar Sony camera and has just picked up a lens, (not sure which one) for about £180, it is e-mount so will fit mine, going to borrow it!

Going to have a play at the weekend and see what it performs like, hopefully i might catch a fish to warrant a self-take!

Will definitely hang onto the 600D as well now that this solution may well have just cost me £15 for the Intervalometer when i was prepared to shell out a lot more!!
Jamesvg Jamesvg
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Post #12 13 Jul 2020 18:32
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In reply to Post #11
The e-mount 50mm f1.8 is about £160 new (EF 50mm f1.8), there is a more expensive E model too but I must be honest I'm not sure what extra features/benefits this lens has.
yonny yonny
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Post #13 13 Jul 2020 18:55
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