Camera discussion

[Vash01]

I have my good Nikon DSLR, too, but for birding or whale-watching, anything you can't get real close to, my Coolpix is way better because of the zoom. I look around every now and then for a 400mm or 500 mm lens, but they're always pretty heavy and fairly expensive.

I am surprised. Is the Coolpix better than the DSLR for taking pictures of whales, etc.?

If I was really into wildlife photography, I would buy the 400 mm (or better) lens, but since my interest is more into nature photography (wild life is optional), I don't feel it's worth spending money on it. It's money that I will never recover since I am just an amateur photographer. I will look into Tamron and Sigma lenses though, since someone said those are less expensive.

 

[sk8pics]

@Vash01 My good DSLR would be better than the Coolpix, but the problem is the zoom. I tried birding once with my 300 mm lens but it just wasn't enough of a zoom. I suppose I have a good eye and steady hand and I do pretty well with the Coolpix, even though the response is not like you get with the DSLR. I thought you meant wildlife too when you said nature. Since plants and trees don't move as much, LOL, your DSLR with a 200 mm lens would probably be fine. Anyway, if you are on Facebook you could see the pics I have been taking. If you send me a PM we can exchange info.

 

[Reuven]

I am surprised. Is the Coolpix better than the DSLR for taking pictures of whales, etc.?

If I was really into wildlife photography, I would buy the 400 mm (or better) lens, but since my interest is more into nature photography (wild life is optional), I don't feel it's worth spending money on it. It's money that I will never recover since I am just an amateur photographer. I will look into Tamron and Sigma lenses though, since someone said those are less expensive.

Due to a small windfall, I got myself the Nikon 200-500mm f/5.6E VR lens, but dang that thing is sharp! even at 500mm wide open. And on a DX, the effective focal length is 300-750mm. Here's an example.

 

[Aussie Willy]

Just about to finish my holiday in the US and Canada (flying home tonight). I have a Sony Cybershot which if you go to my Facebook page (via the Vancouver get together thread) you can check out my photos. I managed to get some pretty good wildlife shots with that though probably not as good with an SLR.

 

[sk8pics]

Due to a small windfall, I got myself the Nikon 200-500mm f/5.6E VR lens, but dang that thing is sharp! even at 500mm wide open. And on a DX, the effective focal length is 300-750mm. Here's an example.

Beautiful shot! I have to read up on the various options again. How heavy is that lens?

 

[Vash01]

Due to a small windfall, I got myself the Nikon 200-500mm f/5.6E VR lens, but dang that thing is sharp! even at 500mm wide open. And on a DX, the effective focal length is 300-750mm. Here's an example.

Wow!

 

[Reuven]

Beautiful shot! I have to read up on the various options again. How heavy is that lens?

It's listed at 2300 grams (5lbs). Can be hand held because the VR is so effective, but a monopod will help.

 

[Vash01]

Question:

If you use one of these Big lenses like 400 mm plus, do you lose some resolution (unless you adjust it)?

 

[DE93]

Question:

If you use one of these Big lenses like 400 mm plus, do you lose some resolution (unless you adjust it)?

Nope. (If its a DSLR)

 

[Vash01]

Resurrecting this thread because I am considering buying a back up camera fir my Europe trip. Due to the weight limitations I can carry only my Nikon Coolpix 2700.

It is over 3 years old and during travel I have had some bad luck, so I am thinking of buying Nikon Coolpux L340. It appears to be small. I couldn't find information on its weight. It has 28x zoom, which is not much, but it is better than using the cell phone as a back up. My DSLR is too bulky to be carried.

If anyone has any suggestions they are welcome. I am trying to stick with Nikon, partly to make the learning curve short, and partly fir interchangeability. I don't want to spend a lot of money on it because thusnis only a spare and I could get it on Amazon for $200

 

[Jay42]

The L series point and shoots from Nikon use AA batteries, usually 4 of them, so if you do choose to go that route either make sure you get rechargeable batteries or that you have a decent amount of lithium batteries so you get decent battery life out of them. Especially if it doesn't have a viewfinder, live view always drains the battery quicker.

I don't know much about the camera past that. My store doesn't carry the L series for Nikon. Most cameras in that zoom range are priced around $300 or higher (Canadian though so take that with a grain of salt).

 

[Deleted member 221]

28x zoom is good for a point and shoot.

You could try the Canon PowerShot SX710, which will be more in the high 200s, I think, or the model before that (the 620?) if you're looking to get into the low 2s. The 710 has 30x optical zoom (60x total zoom) and is very lightweight; easily fits into a pocket. That's my backup camera, or the camera I use when I need super zoom. I'm now using a Sony RX 100 M3, which is heavier and has a smaller zoom, but from which I'm getting much richer, higher quality pictures (even with the same megapixels as the Canon).

 

[Vash01]

The L series point and shoots from Nikon use AA batteries, usually 4 of them, so if you do choose to go that route either make sure you get rechargeable batteries or that you have a decent amount of lithium batteries so you get decent battery life out of them. Especially if it doesn't have a viewfinder, live view always drains the battery quicker.

I don't know much about the camera past that. My store doesn't carry the L series for Nikon. Most cameras in that zoom range are priced around $300 or higher (Canadian though so take that with a grain of salt).

Amazon has it for $179. Good info/reminder on the batteries.

28x zoom is good for a point and shoot.

You could try the Canon PowerShot SX710, which will be more in the high 200s, I think, or the model before that (the 620?) if you're looking to get into the low 2s. The 710 has 30x optical zoom (60x total zoom) and is very lightweight; easily fits into a pocket. That's my backup camera, or the camera I use when I need super zoom. I'm now using a Sony RX 100 M3, which is heavier and has a smaller zoom, but from which I'm getting much richer, higher quality pictures (even with the same megapixels as the Canon).

High 200s may be a bit too high for a back up camera for me, but I will check it out.

 

[Vash01]

Instead of buying a new backup camera I am considering taking my Nikon L840 along as a backup or primary (interchangeable). It has a 38x lens, and my other Nikon has only a 6 or 8x lens, but it is smaller and easy to carry. I gave a charger wire for it so I can charge it with the hotel computer. The L840 uses four AA batteries and they have to be replaced periodically. On Amazon.com I found a charger with replacement batteries. Is it worth buying (around $15)?

 

[Moto Guzzi]

I have a Nikon L820, the earlier version of the L840. When I bought it, I ordered a charger that came with 4 rechargeable batteries and ordered an extra set of batteries. I got them 4 years ago I think and haven't had to replace the batteries yet. I charge both sets of batteries and carry the extra set with me. Check out rechargeable batteries at B&H Photo. Here's the link to the chargers: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?ci=436&N=4270508871+4285502939&origSearch=rechargeable batteries

I love my Nikon L820 but have been wanting a smaller camera for trips when I have to pack light. I ordered a Nikon Coolpix A900 that arrived this evening. It's a little larger than a pocket camera but not as large as the L820. I'm reading the manual now before charging the battery and trying it out. The price just dropped on B&H Photo but you can find a bundle package on Amazon that has 3 batteries, a larger tripod and a smaller one, a lens cloth and various things to clean it with, a bag, and a bunch of other stuff.

The newer Nikons let you download a free app that will pair the camera to a compatible iPhone or iPad. Some of the comments complain about the difficulty of getting it to work but other comments say it isn't a problem. I will soon find out.

The A900 is over the price you said you wanted to spend, though.

 

[Vash01]

I have a Nikon L820, the earlier version of the L840. When I bought it, I ordered a charger that came with 4 rechargeable batteries and ordered an extra set of batteries. I got them 4 years ago I think and haven't had to replace the batteries yet. I charge both sets of batteries and carry the extra set with me. Check out rechargeable batteries at B&H Photo. Here's the link to the chargers: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?ci=436&N=4270508871+4285502939&origSearch=rechargeable batteries

I love my Nikon L820 but have been wanting a smaller camera for trips when I have to pack light. I ordered a Nikon Coolpix A900 that arrived this evening. It's a little larger than a pocket camera but not as large as the L820. I'm reading the manual now before charging the battery and trying it out. The price just dropped on B&H Photo but you can find a bundle package on Amazon that has 3 batteries, a larger tripod and a smaller one, a lens cloth and various things to clean it with, a bag, and a bunch of other stuff.

The newer Nikons let you download a free app that will pair the camera to a compatible iPhone or iPad. Some of the comments complain about the difficulty of getting it to work but other comments say it isn't a problem. I will soon find out.

The A900 is over the price you said you wanted to spend, though.

Thanks for the info. I will look it up.

The size of the L840 is still a concern for me because I want to travel light. That's why I decided not to take the DSLR with me and the L840 is only slightly smaller.

 

[Moto Guzzi]

My new Nikon Coolpix A900 has everything I like about my Nikon L820 and more. Due to rain, I haven't been able to take it out and do many test shots with the scene settings. The camera is easy to operate. I downloaded Nikon's Snap Bridge app and paired the camera with my iPhone and iPad; it wasn't at all difficult, contrary to some of the comments on Amazon and B&H Photo. I took photos with the camera and they immediately appeared on my phone and went to Nikon's cloud storage.

Its dimensions are 1.56 x 2.62 x 4.45 inches and it weighs .66 lbs. It has a creative mode setting that allows one to do various things. So far, I've only tried the setting for a photo with 4 color variations. I haven't tried the video setting yet. The camera will also record short videos that can be put together. I'll have to experiment with this. It can also be operated in manual mode. I'll be trying out more settings once it stops raining here; if it doesn't stop soon, I'll be posting a video of me floating away in an ark.

Next month I'm going to Seattle and then on a cruise to Alaska. I've already decided to take this camera with me instead of my L820. I'll take extra batteries like I always do and probably a tiny tripod in case I want to secure the camera to something for a night shot. I think I'm going to be very happy with the camera.

 

[Vash01]

My new Nikon Coolpix A900 has everything I like about my Nikon L820 and more. Due to rain, I haven't been able to take it out and do many test shots with the scene settings. The camera is easy to operate. I downloaded Nikon's Snap Bridge app and paired the camera with my iPhone and iPad; it wasn't at all difficult, contrary to some of the comments on Amazon and B&H Photo. I took photos with the camera and they immediately appeared on my phone and went to Nikon's cloud storage.

Its dimensions are 1.56 x 2.62 x 4.45 inches and it weighs .66 lbs. It has a creative mode setting that allows one to do various things. So far, I've only tried the setting for a photo with 4 color variations. I haven't tried the video setting yet. The camera will also record short videos that can be put together. I'll have to experiment with this. It can also be operated in manual mode. I'll be trying out more settings once it stops raining here; if it doesn't stop soon, I'll be posting a video of me floating away in an ark.

Next month I'm going to Seattle and then on a cruise to Alaska. I've already decided to take this camera with me instead of my L820. I'll take extra batteries like I always do and probably a tiny tripod in case I want to secure the camera to something for a night shot. I think I'm going to be very happy with the camera.

That sounds like a great camera to travel with. Enjoy taking pictures with it in Alaska!

 

[Vash01]

My new Nikon Coolpix A900 has everything I like about my Nikon L820 and more. Due to rain, I haven't been able to take it out and do many test shots with the scene settings. The camera is easy to operate. I downloaded Nikon's Snap Bridge app and paired the camera with my iPhone and iPad; it wasn't at all difficult, contrary to some of the comments on Amazon and B&H Photo. I took photos with the camera and they immediately appeared on my phone and went to Nikon's cloud storage.

Its dimensions are 1.56 x 2.62 x 4.45 inches and it weighs .66 lbs. It has a creative mode setting that allows one to do various things. So far, I've only tried the setting for a photo with 4 color variations. I haven't tried the video setting yet. The camera will also record short videos that can be put together. I'll have to experiment with this. It can also be operated in manual mode. I'll be trying out more settings once it stops raining here; if it doesn't stop soon, I'll be posting a video of me floating away in an ark.

Next month I'm going to Seattle and then on a cruise to Alaska. I've already decided to take this camera with me instead of my L820. I'll take extra batteries like I always do and probably a tiny tripod in case I want to secure the camera to something for a night shot. I think I'm going to be very happy with the camera.

I am considering buying this camera. It us on Amazon for $345. Is that a good price? I like the lightweight and small size. My concern is always ease of use. My trip is barely one week away. All I want the camera to do is take pictures using autofocus and auto exposure (if possible). I won't have the time to learn the software to send it to the iPhone or iPad. It will be good for future international travels. Domestically I can use my DSLR. Is the A900 easy to set up and use, without doing something fancy?

 

[Moto Guzzi]

I am considering buying this camera. It us on Amazon for $345. Is that a good price? I like the lightweight and small size. My concern is always ease of use. My trip is barely one week away. All I want the camera to do is take pictures using autofocus and auto exposure (if possible). I won't have the time to learn the software to send it to the iPhone or iPad. It will be good for future international travels. Domestically I can use my DSLR. Is the A900 easy to set up and use, without doing something fancy?

I've been stalking this camera for a while and the price dropped to $345. When it first came out in October, the price was $399. I think it is a good price, and the reviews from camera magazines and websites are good.

The Amazon price does not include a memory card. There are several options you can consider. On B&H Photo, you can get a basic kit for $369.95 that includes the camera, a 64GB SDXC memory card ($34.95 when bought separately), and a camera case (some comments say it is a tight fit). On Amazon you can find a bundle package from Beach Camera that includes all this for $405:

• NIKON AUTHORIZED DEALER - Includes Full Nikon USA WARRANTY
• LONGEST Slim ZOOM COOLPIX camera: 35x optical ZOOM / 70x Dynamic Fine Zoom with a SUPER TELEPHOTO NIKKOR glass lens
• Built-in WI-FI, NFC and BLUETOOTH low energy (BLE) maintain a constant connection with a compatible smartphone or tablet
• Built-in Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth low energy (BLE) maintain a constant connection with a compatible smartphone or tablet - 4K ULTRA HD VIDEO recording and powerful movie features
• INCLUDED IN CAMERA BOX: COOLPIX A900 Digital Camera - EN-EL12 Rechargeable Battery - AN-CP19 Wrist Strap - UC-E21 USB Cable - EH-73P/73PCH Charging AC Adapter BUNDLE INCLUDES: 64GB Class 10 UHS-1 SDXC Memory Card - 2x 1200mAh Lithium Replacement Battery for Nikon EN-EL12 - Corel PaintShop Pro X8 - 12-inch Rubberized Spider Tripod - Deluxe Gadget and Camera Bag - LCD/Lens Cleaning Pen - Hi-Speed SDHC Memory Card Reader - Tri-fold Memory Card Wallet - Beach Camera Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

This bundle includes two extra batteries (not Nikon but compatible). A Nikon battery is $29.99 on Amazon; the substitute batteries are $9.99. There is a separate battery charger on Amazon that is $9.99 and includes a screen protector and a cleaning cloth for the camera. When using a non-Nikon battery, I charge it with a charger rather than charging it in the camera just in case there is a problem. I don't want to void the warranty on the camera. I used a similar charger to charge non-Canon batteries when I was using a small Canon as my travel camera and it was fine.

The SnapBridge software is easy to use. You download Nikon's SnapBridge app first and then turn on the camera and follow the directions on the camera. You will be clicking OK on each screen and then a code will appear on the camera. On the SnapBridge app, you'll see the name of your camera. Click on that and hit OK on the camera and it should work. It took me 3 tries before it worked. My phone was low so I plugged it in to recharge and that seemed to do the trick. I wrote a response to a comment on Amazon to explain how to pair and it seems to have been deleted for some reason. If all else fails, go to Nikon's download center and download Procedures for Pairing for the First Time. It has more details than the Quick Start Manual that comes with the camera.

I'm surprised by the complaints that SnapBridge was difficult to use. I'm not the most competent person when it comes to things like this but it wasn't difficult for me to do it. I signed up for Nikon's cloud storage and, when I take a photo, voila! it appears on my iPhone, my iPad, and in Nikon's cloud.

 

[Vash01]

How does the Canon SX 620 stack against the Nikon with roughly same optical zoom and other features? I went to Best Buy to take a look. It seemed reasonably small, though on Amazon it had much larger dimensions. That was confusing. It's around $260, which is a better fit for me, price wise. They didn't have the A900. That was disappointing because I really wanted to see the camera.

I don't think I have ever used a Canon. Not sure how hard the learning curve would be. They had a Nikon A300 but I think it had just an 8x zoom and the reviews were not great. It was $140 in the store but very light weight. It's equivalent Canon was $120.I am leaning toward not buying the cheapest possible camera, because the zoom will be around the same as my small Nikon 2700.

I have come to the conclusion that I can't take my L840 on the Europe trip, due to its size. I definitely need a small camera. Canon has 8x, 25x and 40x. Nikon has only 8x and 35x. One reviewer wrote that it's better to go for the 720 rather than the 620 if one buys the Canon.

 

[Jay42]

Canon isn't as user friendly as Nikon in my opinion. We had someone change a setting on one of the Canon display cameras on us and we ended up having to do a full reset because none of us could find the setting to change it back. Nikon menus are a lot easier to navigate.

Nikon's cameras are also a lot more durable and I personally find them easier to hold onto. The Nikon A300 is probably just the modern equivalent to your 2700. The reviewer who said the Canon SX720 is a better camera than the SX620 is right.

The A900 is a fantastic camera, very easy to use and Moto Guzzi has explained it very well. I've only used SnapBridge once and that was when I was helping a customer set it up on her iPad so I'm not the best person to explain it. I did end up using Nikon's download guide though because I accidentally hit a wrong button but I got it fixed in no time.

 

[Vash01]

Thanks Nell411 and Moto Guzzi. It really helps to get inputs from knowledgeable people. It seems the choice for me at this time will be between Nikon A300 and A900. It will be price vs what the camera can do. I can't go wrong either way. I still love my DSLR and the L840 but for international travel I will need to buy a small camera. My Nikon 2700 is still working but in the past I have been burned by camera failure, and had to buy one as an emergency replacement (that's how I bought the 2700 but I do like it). It is almost 4 years old now, so I have to think of my future travels. Right now I am leaning toward the A900. I hope to find one at Frys Electronics, just to see if I feel comfortable holding it.

 

[Vash01]

28x zoom is good for a point and shoot.

You could try the Canon PowerShot SX710, which will be more in the high 200s, I think, or the model before that (the 620?) if you're looking to get into the low 2s. The 710 has 30x optical zoom (60x total zoom) and is very lightweight; easily fits into a pocket. That's my backup camera, or the camera I use when I need super zoom. I'm now using a Sony RX 100 M3, which is heavier and has a smaller zoom, but from which I'm getting much richer, higher quality pictures (even with the same megapixels as the Canon).

Is your Sony a mirror less camera? I saw so me at Best Buy yesterday but right now it's out of my budget and I won't have the time to learn a completely new technology. I heard it's as good as a DSLR but smaller (easier to carry).

 

[ItalianFan]

Is your Sony a mirror less camera? I saw so me at Best Buy yesterday but right now it's out of my budget and I won't have the time to learn a completely new technology. I heard it's as good as a DSLR but smaller (easier to carry).

2 years ago I bought a Sony 58 mirrorless SLR, beware! If travelling light is a consideration I presume you will not carry a tripod with you which means shooting in low light conditions is dicey. I found the antishake in the Sony 58 to be inferior to my Konica Minolta Dynax 5D even if the Minolta is 15 yrs old! I wanted to change cameras to increase the MPX since the Minolta Dynax 5 was one of the first DSLR and only has 6 MPX. The reason I chose Sony was because the lenses are compatible with Minolta lenses (Konica Minolta no longer makes cameras but only optical equipment and sold their camera division to Sony) Reading the manuals I discovered that the antishake in Sony is mechanical rather than optical which probably explains the inferior performance. I practically no longer use the Sony but bought a Pentax K30 which has an efficient antishake. I had previous Pentax cameras, both film and compact digital and always liked the quality of the photos.

 

[Moto Guzzi]

I've had both Nikon and Canon cameras and agree with Nell411 that Canon isn't as user friendly as Nikon. Both are very good but I like the ease of Nikon's menus.

An interesting feature of the Nikon Coolpix A900 is that you can change the angle and direction of the monitor and take a selfie or a high or low shot.

Go to https://www.bhphotovideo.com/ and select the cameras that interest you and do a comparison so you can see how the features and size stack up.

 

[Jay42]

I'm not Louis but the RX 100 M3 isn't a mirrorless camera. It's a crazy powerful/expensive compact camera, It's price on BestBuy.ca is $919.99 and it has been out since September of 2014. A lot of Sony's higher end cameras are crazy expensive. Very good, but expensive.

As for the Sony A58, I think that particular camera was a total dud for Sony. We had so many of them get returned, they had a pesky habit of just not turning on anymore after about 6 months. The current Sony cameras are much improved.

I love Pentax, it makes me so sad that my store can't get them in consistently. You can even use your old Pentax lenses on the new bodies, you just have to change a setting and you can only shoot in manual.

 

[Vash01]

I've had both Nikon and Canon cameras and agree with Nell411 that Canon isn't as user friendly as Nikon. Both are very good but I like the ease of Nikon's menus.

An interesting feature of the Nikon Coolpix A900 is that you can change the angle and direction of the monitor and take a selfie or a high or low shot.

Go to https://www.bhphotovideo.com/ and select the cameras that interest you and do a comparison so you can see how the features and size stack up.

Thanks for the link. They have a great selection, but even with expedited shipping they will ship my camera on May 1st. I will have to order from Amazon. Price is the same.

 

[Vash01]

I've been stalking this camera for a while and the price dropped to $345. When it first came out in October, the price was $399. I think it is a good price, and the reviews from camera magazines and websites are good.

The Amazon price does not include a memory card. There are several options you can consider. On B&H Photo, you can get a basic kit for $369.95 that includes the camera, a 64GB SDXC memory card ($34.95 when bought separately), and a camera case (some comments say it is a tight fit). On Amazon you can find a bundle package from Beach Camera that includes all this for $405:

• NIKON AUTHORIZED DEALER - Includes Full Nikon USA WARRANTY
• LONGEST Slim ZOOM COOLPIX camera: 35x optical ZOOM / 70x Dynamic Fine Zoom with a SUPER TELEPHOTO NIKKOR glass lens
• Built-in WI-FI, NFC and BLUETOOTH low energy (BLE) maintain a constant connection with a compatible smartphone or tablet
• Built-in Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth low energy (BLE) maintain a constant connection with a compatible smartphone or tablet - 4K ULTRA HD VIDEO recording and powerful movie features
• INCLUDED IN CAMERA BOX: COOLPIX A900 Digital Camera - EN-EL12 Rechargeable Battery - AN-CP19 Wrist Strap - UC-E21 USB Cable - EH-73P/73PCH Charging AC Adapter BUNDLE INCLUDES: 64GB Class 10 UHS-1 SDXC Memory Card - 2x 1200mAh Lithium Replacement Battery for Nikon EN-EL12 - Corel PaintShop Pro X8 - 12-inch Rubberized Spider Tripod - Deluxe Gadget and Camera Bag - LCD/Lens Cleaning Pen - Hi-Speed SDHC Memory Card Reader - Tri-fold Memory Card Wallet - Beach Camera Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

This bundle includes two extra batteries (not Nikon but compatible). A Nikon battery is $29.99 on Amazon; the substitute batteries are $9.99. There is a separate battery charger on Amazon that is $9.99 and includes a screen protector and a cleaning cloth for the camera. When using a non-Nikon battery, I charge it with a charger rather than charging it in the camera just in case there is a problem. I don't want to void the warranty on the camera. I used a similar charger to charge non-Canon batteries when I was using a small Canon as my travel camera and it was fine.

The SnapBridge software is easy to use. You download Nikon's SnapBridge app first and then turn on the camera and follow the directions on the camera. You will be clicking OK on each screen and then a code will appear on the camera. On the SnapBridge app, you'll see the name of your camera. Click on that and hit OK on the camera and it should work. It took me 3 tries before it worked. My phone was low so I plugged it in to recharge and that seemed to do the trick. I wrote a response to a comment on Amazon to explain how to pair and it seems to have been deleted for some reason. If all else fails, go to Nikon's download center and download Procedures for Pairing for the First Time. It has more details than the Quick Start Manual that comes with the camera.

I'm surprised by the complaints that SnapBridge was difficult to use. I'm not the most competent person when it comes to things like this but it wasn't difficult for me to do it. I signed up for Nikon's cloud storage and, when I take a photo, voila! it appears on my iPhone, my iPad, and in Nikon's cloud.

I saw this on Amazon but I won't get it in time for my trip. So I have to order the camera separate from the accessories.

 

[Vash01]

I placed the order for A900 camera and accessories separately on Amazon. I ordered the 64 memory card which was SDXC UHC-1. It was a bit expensive at $30. I could have gotten the SDHC 32 older version for $13, and had some regrets about it. However, I think I could use the 64 GB in my DSLR as well. I may carry a couple of 32's with me to my upcoming Europe trip. One of them will be in my backup camera though.

My camera is going to arrive today. It will give me some time to learn it. I didn't want to cut it too close. I hope I will learn it quickly. I am not very good at these things but I remember that I had learned to use the L840 almost instantly. I have a birthday coming up and I got my tax return, so I thought it was a good opportunity to buy thus camera.