No eye-level viewfinder? I'm very interested in getting an S10 as a pocketable (maybe if you have a large pocket) image-stabilized ultrazoom.My concern is, will the camera be useable in bright sunlight if (as it appears from the information out so far) there's no eyelevel and you have to rely on the LCD.If anyone gets a hands-on with this camera, that is one of the pieces of information I hope they'll share.Stan JonesAnchorage, Alaska No eye-level viewfinder? I'm very interested in getting an S10 as a pocketable (maybe if you have a large pocket) image-stabilized ultrazoom.My concern is, will the camera be... » Read More No eye-level viewfinder? I'm very interested in getting an S10 as a pocketable (maybe if you have a large pocket) image-stabilized ultrazoom.My concern is, will the camera be useable in bright sunlight if (as it appears from the information out so far) there's no eyelevel and you have to rely on the LCD.If anyone gets a hands-on with this camera, that is one of the pieces of information I hope they'll share.Stan JonesAnchorage, Alaska « Show Less
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Dear Stan,I just purchased the S10 as a replacement camera and generally love it. However, the lack of an eyelevel viewfinder is a huge drawback. I spent a week in Mexico at the beach and just couldn't for sure see what I was shooting. The good news is that I shot anyway and got some really awesome action shots of sea birds and ocean wildlife. I've learned to view from the side so I don't see a bright reflection of myself in the LCD. I'm sure it does not help that I need reading glasses (the I generally don have on outside) to see close objects so that blurs the LCD too.
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I had the same concern and talked to Ritz Camera, they recommended me to buy a $20 cover for the camera's LCD that would shade and protect it. There is no viewfinder on the camera and the LCD is quite reflective, which would make it hard to see in the sunlight.
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I would love to replace my Coolpix 3200 with the S10, but I've decided I can't live without a viewfinder. I tried shooting LCD only with my Minolta, and it is hard to see in the sunlight ALSO I don't like seeing my reflection taking a photo. Too bad because I'm very interested in the stabilized zoom!
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I was worried about not having a view-finder on my digital camera when I first switched to the Nikon l1. And really, it hasnt bothered me at all. You can always adjust the brightness of the screen so you can see the image and its got a matte not glossy screen so you are not reflected in the image. I've had to buy a new camera since mine got stolen, and I find that the swivel abilties of the s10 will come very handy if you are concerned with the LCD screen.
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No. Most cameras in this class do not have a viewfinder. The S120 I purchased doesn't either. You must use the LCD panel on the back of the camera.
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Yes, the P7100 has a viewfinder, but when I say viewfinder, its basically a viewing area of our shot only, no display of settings etc. It does work for me when i want o look through it to set the composition of my shot.
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Nope, the S100 does not have an optical view finder (if that's what you meant). It only has the LCD screen on the back which doubles up as the view finder. It is quite convenient, but does consume battery.
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I replaced my Canon 60d and smaller Sony A55 with an Olympus E-P3. I've owned several intro/mid-level dSLRs, and I would say the E-P3 was my favorite camera of all time. My pictures were amazing, it was fast, and best of all was that it was truly portable - perfect for my hiking trips. Were you mainly using the camera in auto mode? I always used it in manual, so can't really tell you how good or bad the camera did in 'A' mode - but in manual mode it was nearly perfect. The lenses you use may also play a role. My favorite lens of all time had been (maybe still is) the Canon 24-70mm lens, and I thought I would never find something that worked just as well, but I came across the Panasonic 14-140mm lens, which is super amazing, and became my favorite and main lens for the E-P3. The lack of viewfinder was never an issue for me, since I used the VF-2 view finder by Olympus. Sure, I was never happy using the E-P3 without the viewfinder, so I kept it on most of the time. I did sell the E-P3 on Ebay soon after the OM-D was announced. I figured that if the E-P3 had become my favorite camera of all time, getting the OM-D would be a no brainer since the specs are better than the E-P3 and it included a built in viewfinder. I have used an NEX-5 (first gen) in the past, and I must say I hated that camera due to how hard it made to shoot in 'M' mode; however, Sony released the NEX-7, a nearly perfect camera targeted towards potential dSLR owners. Deciding between the NEX-7 and the OM-D is a challenge, and they each have their pluses and negatives; however, those looking to replace a dSLR for some trips, shouldn't consider anything other than the OM-D(m4/3) or NEX-7(e-mount) for the time being; although, I bet Panasonic has something in the works to compete with Sony and Olympus.
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Hi Isaabel,I am still loving the S90 and learn something new about it almost every day. It is infinitely adjustable if you like to tinker around (or if you know what you are doing better than I do so far... you might say "use full manual control"). The instant feedback on the very nice LCD screen is helping me learn to be a better photographer. The only thing that is hard to do is create good bokeh effects but I am trying to find internet tutorials that help with this. Also, I can probably address it to some degree in Photoshop Elements or Photoshop (when I get an extra minute!) Good luck with your decision.Heirloom Tomato Hi Isaabel,I am still loving the S90 and learn something new about it almost every day. It is infinitely adjustable if you like to tinker around (or if you know what you are doing better than I do so far... you might say "use full manual control"). The instant feedback on the very nice LCD screen is helping me learn to be a better photographer. The only thing that is hard to do is create good bokeh effects but I am trying to find internet tutorials that help with this. Also, I can probably address it to some degree in Photoshop Elements or Photoshop (when I get an... » Read More Hi Isaabel,I am still loving the S90 and learn something new about it almost every day. It is infinitely adjustable if you like to tinker around (or if you know what you are doing better than I do so far... you might say "use full manual control"). The instant feedback on the very nice LCD screen is helping me learn to be a better photographer. The only thing that is hard to do is create good bokeh effects but I am trying to find internet tutorials that help with this. Also, I can probably address it to some degree in Photoshop Elements or Photoshop (when I get an extra minute!) Good luck with your decision.Heirloom Tomato « Show Less
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There are some new ultra zooms the Nikon P90 24x, Olympus SP-590UZ and the Kodak Z980 24x. I really like the swivel LCD on the SX10 though.Do you have any issues with purple fringing in high contrast shots??
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Hi Jim To answer your question this camera does not have a view finder. I thought I would never be able to live without a view finder. But what it offers is so much better. It has about a 3 inch square view screen. I have the camera about 3 months now and it takes the best photos and I use it for close up photos that need to show detail. I use it for taking photos of things I sell on ebay. It does a great job. It was easy to use and alot easier to operate than my Sony. More user friendly and I am not a computer person. I take about 150 photos each week and this camera does it very well. One more thing the battery life is great. I must take more than 200 photos on a charge without flash... I hope this helps.... Ben
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I bought the VF-4 to help me with composition in bright sunlight. Whatever you see in the viewfinder isn't going to affect the image quality of the final photograph. (I too use this on an E-PL 5.
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YES! If you look at a rear photo of camera you will notice a eyelevel viewfinder. It is not of the opitical type , but like a video camera (a very high pixel image).
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I have had the S4500 for just a few weeks. I wear tri-focals and lve. them on while shooting. I just did some testing and here's what I found: With my glasses on, I focused on an object (auto) The Image looked sharp in the viewer, and in "reviewing". I then lined-up another shot - without my glasses, moved the shutter button half-way down - object was blurred but I took the shot anyway. Reviewed it (on the camera back) and it was fine. Conclusion (after two more tests) the camera was focusing correctly regardless of what I was seeing ! Highly recommend you do same testing to confirm. Having checked other review, I agree this model does NOT have a Diopter (previous Fuji model I owned did) but I am already used to this system - but then I'm not a pro! Oh, don't forget when shooting picture of two people, always point the focus-beam at ONE of the faces then "re-frame" while holding shutter btn. half way down. (sorry if I,m stating the obvious!). Good luck. Harry Hilton
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There is no viewfinder, but I think the screen is easy on the eyes. Also, you can adjust the brightness of the display. Speaking of vision issues, I have to wear reading glasses for things up close. I should wear bifocals, but I am chilling on replacing an expensive pair I just lost recently. I will probably going to graduated contacts. Enough of that. I sometimes do not have the readers handy when I shoot, and things look blurry - mainly in low light situations. I have learned that I can trust the camera's auto focus, and just have to make sure I have the zoom and framing I want. Very rarely do I come away with less than sharp lines, unless conditions are such that I expected them. However, I have been pleasantly surprised in most cases by the sharp lines this camera produces when there should be everything but.
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Hello Phileein,Thanks for the input, I ordered the 2 lines kit. I have trouble looking through viewfinders thus my need for live view.I am awaiting my new camera and will do a review after I get itThanks again
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Steven I have tested this camera in low light and did not perform well. Also the viewfinder is terrible, clolr is way off. I would recommend doing some research on the sonny A6000. Great camera with all the features of this one...I love Samsung.. I have their phone, tv, watch...Even baby monitor...But cameras are not there thing. Hope this helps!
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The viewfinder on the 780is is a joke. It's SO tiny. I feel like an absolute moron trying to use it. Otherwise, LOVE the camera.I'm getting a camera for my friend for her birthday, and the 940is is the easy choice for me.
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Hi Mike, I would really go for the viewfinder. I just bought a new camera with no view finder and I dropped it after 3 months (eeek!) and now it still takes pictures but I can't see what I am taking! Also, it is difficult in the sun with no view finder or in the dark. Hope this helps. I need buy a new camera and it will have a viewfinder!
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Maybe it is good in low light because for the same reason it is no sharper than a cheap 5 MP camera: all the light is concentrated on a smaller CCD. Maybe it is really no better than other new cameras i low light. I have always been happy with simple sony and samsung cameras. Cameras are one of the devices you really have to test side-by-side in the store to know.