I decided I wanted a dedicated camera instead of always "just using my phone". With the help of the LOA, (plus an early birthday gift) funds became immediately available. The decision was made to purchase a camera that would have a decent optical zoom, be easy to operate/carry and be great for taking pictures of birds and wildlife. My budget was $700. For the price, versatility and performance, the only choice IMO, was the Nikon P900, a 16MP 24-2000mm optical zoom "bridge camera".
It took some time to come to this decision but I'm really satisfied with my purchase. It cost about $600 from Amazon and does everything it says it will do (Including taking OKAY pictures of the Moon). Sure, there are plenty of limitations with a "beginner" type of camera but this thing is no joke when it comes to taking decent photos at insane distances. In a year or less I plan on starting my journey into the more professional (ie. Nikon D750) DSLR type of cameras and lenses. For now though, this "all in one" should do me just fine.
The "coolpix" In all its glory!
No zoom(24mm @35mm focal length), just aiming at the telephone pole.
Getting closer.
(150mm @ 35mm focal length)
All the way zoomed in(2000mm @ 35mm focal length) + A little Digital zoom.
Another all the way zoomed in(2000mm @ 35mm focal length) + A little Digital zoom.
Let me know what you think.
These are just some test pictures, I'm still "learning the ropes" as they say, so expect some more bird and wildlife photos soon!
What subjects do you prefer to photograph and what camera do you prefer using?
Congratulate to your new camera!