I bought a Canon ef-S 55-250mm is stm from MPB last week and it arrived this morning.

I took some photos with it and quickly discovered that the photos were a bit blurry. it looks like IS is off but it’s on. and I did not shake it excessively. the first picture is taken with the STM and the second is taken with the old 55-250mm is mk1.

should I return it?

also, it looks brand new, no signs of wear and MPB didn’t state anything about misaligned internal parts or even moisture. I know that Reddit compresses the images, but you should still be able to see how blurry the STM is

I’m honestly devastated and could use some advice.
I begged my parents to get me a camera before we took a trip to Singapore and india, and we bought a Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS from Cardinal Cameras for around $400 literally two days before the trip. I was so excited to start using the camera and i really wanted a nice digi cam in general before i start college. i had a beat up shitty sony cybershot so it was really nice to have a better one. We didn’t have time to get an SD card before the trip so we just got one two days into our singapore trip. I was so excited to start using it

Literally 30 minutes later at an aquarium, I dropped it. I had only taken around 5 pictures. I feel awful because it was expensive and I was really looking forward to using it for vacation pics and memories.
Now the lens is stuck and won’t retract, it makes a grinding/fluttering noise when I turn it on and it shows a “Lens Error” message. There are some small scratches, but nothing major

Is this fixable? Is it likely just the lens mechanism, and would a repair be worth it?

I’m also going to India in a few days so would it be worth trying to get it repaired there, or should I wait until I’m back?
Any advice would be appreciated. I’m really hoping I didn’t completely ruin it

I have never touched a camera in my life mostly because they are kinda expensive and I dont wanna mess stuff up. But I just found all of these for a dollar each and was wondering what types of cameras they are!

For the camcord? Its called jvc gr dvl 9800u but alot of the ones coming up dont look like it? Also the cords and other stuff it needs to work got sold separately before I bought it since they thought the camera had been lost so what would I need to buy?

Also the digital camera i think is missing its battery? What kind would i buy for it?

I dont know if I need much on the polaroid since im giving it to a friend who does like cameras so ik she would love it more than me!!

Im trying to learn more about cameras by imitating images that I like but I can’t figure out how to recreate this photo any tips?

Hello! I'm thinking in buying a digital camera to do cute digital photos SIMILAR TO THIS, so I want to know what kind of focal length is this APROX (the mm on the lenses, sorry if its wrong I dont know so much about cameras), pixel aprox resolution and so on THAT WOULD BE GREAT🙏🙏 I really want this aesthetic

QUESTIONNAIRE DATA: (idk if I need it for recomendations OR for buy in the subreddit but I would put just in case the data XD)

budget: $200.000 ARS (140 usd aprox?) only looking for the camera, no lenses and accesories (reasonable)

country: Argentina

condition: any

type of camera: don't really know about cameras.. just want it to take photos like that

intended use: photos AND maybe videos

end use: to keep them for myself and maybe my ig account

Photo or video style: don't really know what does it mean but I think photos of myself and friends :) maybe landscapes sometimes

features I need: don't know if all cameras have this BUT I want the date below data option if possible!

portability: little, so I can carry it anywhere

DONT have cameras and I never had one so I don't really know a lot about them, just how to use one SO I would like so much a beginner friendly one.

BTW photos are from pinterest, here credits :D

spaaritte, nikki_angell, generationlos_ and couldn't find the other one (they aren't in order)

I'm just wondering what happened? Why did the price increase so dramatically for something that is so much older now?

Cannot figure out what this is, it's out of an Evergoods CAS1 product shot. The blurry side is (probably) a PASM dial, I think the middle red button might be video record/lock? White text on the top plate leans towards Fujifilm but I can't think of any model that resembles this. Left dial is oddly flat and might be a film winder.

Totally lost, any help appreciated.

• Cameras you're considering: Panasonic HC X1600

I love Josh Ovalle's content and i've noticed that he uses zooming in and out very often. I'm pretty sure he used a Canon XA camcorder for majority of his videos but many arent available today. Does anyone know any alternative cameras with the same type of zooming? I was looking into the Panasonic HC X1600...

heres one of his videos for reference

https://youtu.be/q6aUFD3On0I?si=mkfRJOO2gYntneRT

I’m sure this gets asked a lot i’m sorry!

Budget: $400-$800 us dollars willing to go slightly over budget if needed

Country: North America, MI

Condition: New only

Type of Camera: interchangeable-lens mirrorless camera (im pretty sure)

Intended use: hybrid shooting. I want to be able to take really nice picture and make vlogs with it

If photography; what style: landscape and portrait

If video what style: Vlogging

What features do you absolutely need: open to recommendations!!

What features would be nice to have recommendations also open

Portability: very portable want to be able to travel/hike with it

Cameras you're considering: Alpha ZV-E10 II because i’ve seen a lot of youtubers using it however i don’t know if it’s good for photos too

Cameras you already have: this would be my first! idk if im really interested in getting a “beginner camera” because id rather make one purchase and be set. I feel like beginner camera makes it sound like youll have to buy an advanced one at some point.

Notes: Please be kind I have always loved photography and taking little videos on my phone. any advice is appreciated! thank youuuuuuu.

Budget: 1.500€ with lens

Country: Germany

Condition: New only

Type of Camera: Mirrorless

Intended use: Photography (maybe video later)

If photography; what style: portrait, street, sports/events

If video what style: Vlogging maybe

What features do you absolutely need: articulating screen if possible. Very flexible though if the handling is nice.

What features would be nice to have: Viewfinder, I guess?

Portability: How portable does it need to be? Pocketable with pancake lens ideally, shoulder strap with more capable lens

Cameras you're considering: Fuji X-M5 (currently own one since 2 months), Lumix S9

Cameras you already have: Fuji X-M5. It's small and has a nice shutter button and sound. Nostalgic Negative Simulation.

Notes: Considering switching to the Lumix S9 for live LUTs, full format, IBIS. I'm not unhappy with my M-X5. I'm just starting photography and I know that a good photographer gets amazing pictures with a 100€ camera from eBay. But if I'm buying my gear now, I want to Semi-Future proof myself and potentially buy more expensive lenses later on as well. LUTs seem superior to recipes imo. But I'm curious to hear your opinions. Keep X-M5 and invest in a good zoom lens? Or switch to the S9?

Hi everyone!

I would like to buy a beginner camera, as an absolute hobby photographer, I’d mainly use it while traveling. Based on my research so far, I’ve decided to invest in a MILC camera (I’ve been taking my photos with my phone, an iPhone 15, up until now). I have narrowed my search to these models:

Canon R50 or R10
Sony A6400
Olympus E-M10IV
Panasonic Lumix G97

Which one of these would you recommend the most? What should I consider when making my choice? I’d appreciate any helpful advice!

Price-wise, they’re all fine—I could get any of them for roughly the same price right now thanks to various sales.

Thanks in advance!

Budget: max. 350 000 HUF (around 1000 USD) with kit lense, I will buy another lenses later with separate budget

Country: Hungary

Condition: new preferred

Type of Camera: Mirrorless

Intended use: Photography

End use: Social media, small prints

If photography: landscape, street, wildlife

If video what style: -

What features do you absolutely need: nothing specific, "weatherproof" would be nice, as far as possible

What features would be nice to have: -

Portability: shoulder strap, the smaller the better, but it's not the most important

Cameras you're considering: Canon R50 or R10, Sony A6400, Olympus E-M10IV, Panasonic Lumix G97

Cameras you already have: I've never had a camera yet, only a Kodak Ektar for fun

Notes: -

I lost this camera for a while and found it back recently, but the screen would not display anything but white when I turned it on. I am not a camera expert, can this be fixed?

Can someone vouch this shop for me, im planning on buying a camera from them for a friends birthday and wanted to know if theyre legit

I have no clue what this lens is/type/brand, is anyone familiar with it?

Hi All

After posting a few days ago, I have been searching and researching cameras and made a short list of ones that peaked my interest and are within budget.
Original topic : https://www.reddit.com/r/Cameras/comments/1v0s7xr/looking_for_a_beginner_budget_camera/

Budget: I think If i can keep it around €600-€800 with one decent lens, I would be happy.

Country: I'm From Belgium, so a lot of EU option are available to me.

Condition: Used is fine for me.

Type of Camera: After thinking about it doesn't matter what type : mirrorless or DSLR

Intended use: Photography

If photography; what style: Landscape, City, also night photography within city limits.

What features do you absolutely need: No idea to be honest.

What features would be nice to have: IBIS, Weather proofing

Note: An extra note that I felt was important is that I'll be going on a long hike next year of the year after that. 30ish days of hiking. It will be mostly long hikes from hotel to hotel, but as I'm out for quite some time I felt that weatherproofing would be a nice to have.

Cameras shortlist:

Olympus OM D E-M1 (244-314 euro)

Pros:

• Seemed like a decent budget camera with a lot of features.
• Lots of cheap lenses available
• Weatherproof and IBIS
• Seemed capable despite it age
  
  • Autofocus was good back in the day, still serviceable

Cons:

• Small sensor, which seems to make low light photography harder.

• Older model so might need replacement a bit sooner

Panasonic Lumix DC-g97 (474-499 euro)
Pros:

• Lots of cheap lenses available
  
• Weatherproofing & ibis
  
• Bit more modern, so more modern connectivity (even though usb c is only 2.0)
  
• Seemed like a good all rounder

Cons:

• Small sensor, which seems to make low light photography harder.
  
• Autofocus doesn't get the best reviews
  
• Feels like a hate it or love it camera. Found some review with a lot of praise, but equally with a lot of downsides.

Nikon D3500 incl AF-P 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G DX VR lens (380 euro) Pros:

• great entry price and includes a lens

• Seems like a praised entry level camera for beginners

• Lots of cheap lenses available

• because dlsr, battery life last longer than previous 2

Cons:

• limited autofocus
  
• No Weatherproofing or IBIS
  

Honorable mentions is the Canon EOS R50: There is a promotion going on with Cashback: which would make this camera new: 800 euro, including 2 lenses: RF-s 18-45 + RF 75-300mm dubbelzoomkit and 5 year of warranty. Seemed like a decent price for a new camera.

other camera's I have looked at which would fall in or out of budget depending on the lenses: Fuji X-T2, Sony A600, A6100, A6300, A6400, Nikon Z50, Nikon D7500, Nikon Z FC, Olympus OM D E-M1 Mark 2.

I was leaning towards the Panasonic first, but the mixed reviews made me hesitant. My Preference now might be the Olympus, a few video's online really made a compelling case for the camera in this budget range.

Any off you have any experience with the cameras?

I have an old Panasonic camera that pairs with portable vcr player from 84. It records directly to the vcr and I was wondering if there was a way to mod it. Like some of the other cameras I’ve seen. to record directly to add card through like a mini dvr?

• ⁠Budget: under $2000.00
• ⁠Country: canada
• ⁠Condition: new
• ⁠Type of Camera: mirrorless
• ⁠Intended use: travel photography’s
• ⁠If photography; what style:
• ⁠If video what style:
• ⁠What features do you absolutely need: flip up screen
• ⁠Portability: not looking for something super compact
• ⁠Cameras you're considering:
• ⁠Cameras you already have: none, lol (my iphone 12?)
• ⁠Notes:

hi friends :)

i’m looking for some mirrorless camera recommendations as right now i only use my iphone.

i’m looking for something good for travelling, beginner friendly, preferably with a flip up screen for selfies, and good quality. i think i might also like having a viewfinder and avoiding an auxiliary flash.

my boyfriend and i love to travel and i am constantly taking pictures of our trips.

i’ve looked at the following few cameras;

canon g7x mark 3
sony a6400
canon powershot s7x40hs

i’m not too concerned about the price, and have some photography experience, but not enough to where i feel comfortable or educated enough to buy and competently use a dslr.

Need a point and shoot camera for family member. Most days will use their phone but there will be days they wpnt be able to use phone so want a point and shoot camera

Budget: honestly the less the better. Would love to stay under 100 but willing to go up to 150 or 200

Country: united states of America

Condition: prefer new mostly cause I need it within like a week and I have no idea how to tell if used is in good condition but willing to look at used.

Type of Camera: point and shoot

Intended use: Photography but would not be surprised if they took video

If photography; what style: (landscape, portrait, selfies, wildlife

If video what style: for photos

What features do you absolutely need: no clue, honestly just a good picture for their memories

What features would be nice to have: no clue. Again sorry I am ignorant and reading a little made me more confused.

Portability: How portable does it need to be?(Pocketable, preferably but could be just small enough for a small bag.

Cameras you're considering: I saw a Kodiak pixpro. Inread a article saying it was decent for a good budget. also saw something on Amazon called a duluvuvu 4 k camera. Had a screen you could flip around for a selfie and was on sell

Cameras you already have: have not had one in years

Notes: it is for a 19 year old dream vacation. So just looking for ease of use and good deal and good pictures.

Budget: ~USD77

Country: bought in japan

Condition: good

Type of Camera: sony cyber-shot dsc tx5

Intended use: show the quality of photo

If photography; what style: retro like 2000s

If video what style: retro like 2000s

What features do you absolutely need:

Portability: can easily fit pocket

Cameras you're considering: kodak ccd, fujiflim compact camera, Polaroid cams, sony handycam

Cameras you already have: only this😭

Notes: nil

Hello guys i wanted to get into photography for a while now. But there seems to be a lot of options. Any recommendations on camera bodies would be appreciated.

• Budget: 300-600 Euros.
• Country: Germany
• Condition: Used.
• Type of Camera: Mirrorless
• Intended use: Photography
• End use: Will just be used for learning and small prints.
  
• If photography; what style: Street.
• If video what style: Won't use it for videos at all.
• What features do you absolutely need: No idea abt it.
• What features would be nice to have: IBIS, good autofocus(Phase detection preferably)
• Portability: Small bag but preferably shoulder strap or smaller.
• Cameras you're considering: sony a5100, a6000 were recommended.
• Cameras you already have: none.
• Notes: I am a complete beginner so features that can make learning easier would be nice but i don't know if i should pay more for better features like ibis and flip up screens, or go cheap and spend the money on a good lens (i was told lenses were more important). I am absolutely willing to spend more time learning on a older body if that gives me more options later on with the lens selection.

My Olympus 1030sw has an issue with the lens cover and was wondering if it's possible to repair or if it's worth it to bring to a shop... Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Hi all! I’m fairly new to cameras and honestly taking pictures in general so i could use some advice. I got the g7x for around 350 dollars and i was wondering if it was worth keeping? The only other experience i have with cameras is my old canon powershot 150 is, which is WAY simpler to use than this one.

Honestly i hear people are saying it’s not that good and it’s overhyped but if im being honest i just want it to take cute instagram pics or scenic views.

Any advice? and if you guys think i should keep it, any settings advice? i dont even know what an iso is lol

please be kind!