will it take good pictures at concerts?
59390
I'm sorry shysillyme, although I do own this camera I am still learning how to use it as cameras today are mini computers and I am a bit of a technophobe. I'm sure it would though although the most important thing would be to make sure you buy a fast lens. A fast lens is one which has a very large aperture indicated by a small F stop number such as a 1.8 or some such. My camera and lens were a gift to me and although the lens is 3.5 -5.6 I haven't yet managed to have it open to a 3.5 but this does not mean it can't just that I have not yet discovered how to adjust it to do that. Hope this helps. I'm sorry shysillyme, although I do own this camera I am still learning how to use it as cameras today are mini computers and I am a bit of a technophobe. I'm sure it would though although the most important thing would be to make sure you buy a fast lens. A fast lens is one which has a very large aperture indicated by a small F stop number such as a 1.8 or some such. My camera and lens were a gift to me and although the lens is 3.5 -5.6 I haven't yet managed to have it open to a 3.5 but this does not mean it can't just that I have not yet discovered how to adjust it to do that. Hope this... » Read More I'm sorry shysillyme, although I do own this camera I am still learning how to use it as cameras today are mini computers and I am a bit of a technophobe. I'm sure it would though although the most important thing would be to make sure you buy a fast lens. A fast lens is one which has a very large aperture indicated by a small F stop number such as a 1.8 or some such. My camera and lens were a gift to me and although the lens is 3.5 -5.6 I haven't yet managed to have it open to a 3.5 but this does not mean it can't just that I have not yet discovered how to adjust it to do that. Hope this helps. « Show Less
59391
It will all depend on the lens you use. This camera has a good image processor and good performance on high ISO settings. But the second most important will be the lens you put on it, having to be a fast one (one that can have a really "small" f number). The first one will always be your dedication as to create a good composition, management of light, etc.
1129437
Maybe - it can do. Depends what you mean by 'quality' - it's not a DSLR with huge lens. Samsung Galaxy Camera has twice the zoom. Flash won't reach - depends on the stage lighting.
1587963
Honestly- I sent mine back. I was not happy with the video quality in low lighting. I have the Sony DSC-HX9V & LOVE it! I'm thinking of upgrading to the HX50V. It takes great video in low lighting! I'm a big concert buff!
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Honestly, probably not...don't get me wrong, I absolutely love my XSi! But for concerts, you want something that is very light and small. Also, the standard lens on an XSi has a slight wide angle to a slight telephoto, but has a very limited range and you will need to be able to pull your subject in close unless you have awesome seats. So you will need a long zoom; probably a point and shoot with a 10X or more...If you do decide you want to use a DSLR at a concert, then get very familiar with your camera AND get yourself a longer lens. If you can spend the $$, go for an 18-200. I just ordered one for a student of mine that is a Tamron for a Canon for $170. Not bad at all. Hope that helps. Honestly, probably not...don't get me wrong, I absolutely love my XSi! But for concerts, you want something that is very light and small. Also, the standard lens on an XSi has a slight wide angle to a slight telephoto, but has a very limited range and you will need to be able to pull your subject in close unless you have awesome seats. So you will need a long zoom; probably a point and shoot with a 10X or more...If you do decide you want to use a DSLR at a concert, then get very familiar with your camera AND get yourself a longer lens. If you can spend the $$, go for an 18-200. I just... » Read More Honestly, probably not...don't get me wrong, I absolutely love my XSi! But for concerts, you want something that is very light and small. Also, the standard lens on an XSi has a slight wide angle to a slight telephoto, but has a very limited range and you will need to be able to pull your subject in close unless you have awesome seats. So you will need a long zoom; probably a point and shoot with a 10X or more...If you do decide you want to use a DSLR at a concert, then get very familiar with your camera AND get yourself a longer lens. If you can spend the $$, go for an 18-200. I just ordered one for a student of mine that is a Tamron for a Canon for $170. Not bad at all. Hope that helps. « Show Less
1893056
For acoustic concert, this is a terrible camera. iPhone4 has a better sound quality than this. However, I'm wondering if the sound quality would get better with an external microphone. Anybody has had any experience on this?
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If you have a steady hand it's quite good. I've taken a number of shots at concerts, I try to zoom onto the lit area to keep the sensor from being fooled, but the quality is there.
880581
It takes good pictures, but if you want to use the zoom feature, you will need a tripod. The stabilization isn't good.
1736590
I have never taken pics at a concert with this camera. However, all pics taken inside in different lighting conditions have turned out fine. The camera will tell you if flash is needed, which I think it would be if at a concert.Hope this helps.
1064421
Yes it sure does. I go to a lot of rock concerts and I love this camera for it.
907945
One needs good lighting for clarity. Good for concerts as long as you have good lighting.
99922
It would depend on the lighting available and lens being used. Is it possible to shoot at a concert with this camera, the answer is yes. But to give a concise answer i would need additional information to provide a more complete explanation (Type of concert, how close to stage, lens type etc....) Know that the maximum ISO is 1600 on the XSi.
210989
Simply put, no. You can still capture photos but will lose the light field features. We've used it for two nights in and out of music clubs and the streets of the French Quater and have gotten some great shots, but have tossed away many more low light photos
1529953
I have used it in some action shots, but mostly in weddings or school band concerts. You will need to set the camera in manual focus for some fast pace events. This model is a little old now, you may be able to find a newer model for less $$.
1536445
The audio quality is poor for events such as concerts. The microphone pickups are just too small to allow good sound recording. But, maybe better than nothing.
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it will take very nice indoor and low light photos, in low light you will need to hold it steady or use a tripod as the shutter stays open for longer, it does have a flash that needs to be manually flipped up to be used, and will flash if it needs it. I have not taken any photos of indoor concerts myself, though it does take good pictures of fireworks, and things of that nature. There are settings for all kinds of different situations and can take some very clear professional looking photos. The battery life is also excellent i have taken it on trips for several days and not needed to recharge it until i got home. it will take very nice indoor and low light photos, in low light you will need to hold it steady or use a tripod as the shutter stays open for longer, it does have a flash that needs to be manually flipped up to be used, and will flash if it needs it. I have not taken any photos of indoor concerts myself, though it does take good pictures of fireworks, and things of that nature. There are settings for all kinds of different situations and can take some very clear professional looking photos. The battery life is also excellent i have taken it on trips for several days and not needed to... » Read More it will take very nice indoor and low light photos, in low light you will need to hold it steady or use a tripod as the shutter stays open for longer, it does have a flash that needs to be manually flipped up to be used, and will flash if it needs it. I have not taken any photos of indoor concerts myself, though it does take good pictures of fireworks, and things of that nature. There are settings for all kinds of different situations and can take some very clear professional looking photos. The battery life is also excellent i have taken it on trips for several days and not needed to recharge it until i got home. « Show Less
1830024
It's not suited for concerts cuz the zoom ability is very limited. Personally, I consider this camcorder having no zoom at all (I don't think 2x digital zoom is useful for anything at all). When you sit far away from the stage there's no way you can zoom into the stage. If that is OK with you, you can certainly use a flip in a concert.
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it will work yes, but it is a rather heavy lens if you don't mind lugging it around you will get great photos - i use it for live music - great in low light situations