TZ vs. FZ One thing or reason to lean towards one or the other?
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Well, that depends upon what sort of camera you want. If you are looking for a compact with big zoom, one that u can carry in ur trouser pocket, well TZ3 is the one. FZ18 on the other hand has a lot of manual control and offers more features. I dont own the FZ18 but i own the FZ8. Size wise they are almos the same.. and it wont get any prizes in the compactness section. And i believe its better that you go thru reviews at places like dpreview.com .Anyways happy snapping.. both will give you good 6x4 prints.
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Would go with sz. 4You can return if tight.I ordered sz. 5 for sz. 10 foot.
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I'm not a G series owner "yet", but I think there are very few real choices for lenses. The 45-200 is the most likely choice for telephoto. And the 20mm/f1.7 "pancake" for indoors/low light. I'd think the lense you have is probably the better overall for average use, especially if the EZ zoom feature works as well as in the FZ series. I would think you could reach @150mm at 5EZ. The EZ zoom feature is supposed to be able to double the focal length, bringing the 14-45 (28-90) to 28-90 (56-180). And it is "free". Unless you need the long reach of the 45-200mm (90-400mm), which I can't do without, why spend the money?
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Thank you both (Goodrich and Miller) for those answers. Just what I needed to know! I'll be buying the FZ35...
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S., been tearing my hair out trying to figure out which one to buy. Really appreciate the info you posted - thanks for your assessment. Will get the F7, if not the F6.
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The answer to your question is: It really doesn't matter fire or aft, although I would lean toward aft because you have th tongue jack as a stabilizing point. However, if you are serious about stopping "trailer sway," it is really advantageous to get a second set and install both fire and aft.
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Hmm... I'm still trying out the SX but am tempted to try out the ZS3 with all the great reviews on the camera. The Canon is working all right but not as great as I would like. It might be the fact that I'm too lazy to read the instructions. It does get tiring a bit when you have to adjust the light with each shot. How's the color and focus quality in ZS3? I noticed that TZ5 have focus problems when zoomed and trying to focus on small white objects in the light. Does ZS3 have the same problem? Is ZS3 much better than TZ5? I'm not sure if it's worth it to get ZS3 if the quality isn't too much better since the price of the 2 is very different. Hmm... I'm still trying out the SX but am tempted to try out the ZS3 with all the great reviews on the camera. The Canon is working all right but not as great as I would like. It might be the fact that I'm too lazy to read the instructions. It does get tiring a bit when you have to adjust the light with each shot. How's the color and focus quality in ZS3? I noticed that TZ5 have focus problems when zoomed and trying to focus on small white objects in the light. Does ZS3 have the same problem? Is ZS3 much better than TZ5? I'm not sure if it's worth it to get ZS3 if the quality isn't too much... » Read More Hmm... I'm still trying out the SX but am tempted to try out the ZS3 with all the great reviews on the camera. The Canon is working all right but not as great as I would like. It might be the fact that I'm too lazy to read the instructions. It does get tiring a bit when you have to adjust the light with each shot. How's the color and focus quality in ZS3? I noticed that TZ5 have focus problems when zoomed and trying to focus on small white objects in the light. Does ZS3 have the same problem? Is ZS3 much better than TZ5? I'm not sure if it's worth it to get ZS3 if the quality isn't too much better since the price of the 2 is very different. « Show Less
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I'm not sure what the LF feels like, however the SF is a light rubber coating. It isn't slick like most cases. It's more of a preference. I love it, because it provides more of a grip IMO.
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I have been going back and forth with the same question. I have read all the reviews and opinions I can find on both. After going to the local store and playing with the TZ5 and the 100 (since the 110 is not out yet) I did not find many major difference from the point of view of a novice user. The two main difference I noted were 1) the TZ5 is more compact and I really liked that, however 2) when I zoomed in with the canon on a small sign the image was crystal clear, when I did the same with the TZ% the same sign was very blurry, not even close to readable. This decided it for me. I went with canon. I have been going back and forth with the same question. I have read all the reviews and opinions I can find on both. After going to the local store and playing with the TZ5 and the 100 (since the 110 is not out yet) I did not find many major difference from the point of view of a novice user. The two main difference I noted were 1) the TZ5 is more compact and I really liked that, however 2) when I zoomed in with the canon on a small sign the image was crystal clear, when I did the same with the TZ% the same sign was very blurry, not even close to readable. This decided it for me. I went... » Read More I have been going back and forth with the same question. I have read all the reviews and opinions I can find on both. After going to the local store and playing with the TZ5 and the 100 (since the 110 is not out yet) I did not find many major difference from the point of view of a novice user. The two main difference I noted were 1) the TZ5 is more compact and I really liked that, however 2) when I zoomed in with the canon on a small sign the image was crystal clear, when I did the same with the TZ% the same sign was very blurry, not even close to readable. This decided it for me. I went with canon. « Show Less
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Lol you think the FZ18 is featureless... It is an awesome camera. & what exactly is your point2. The cameras 18X zoom is the optical variety & not the digital type so why would 18X spoil image quality. As long as your hand is steady enough it makes no diff to IQ; Even if not steady the improved image stabilization will be handy...
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Thanks for the tip, I hope you enjoy your new camera :) I decided to splurge and have already bought the TZ5, which is made in Japan.
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YOU are going to want to mix it up. The Core Speed is a good one to use in between transitions of T25 Focus. I have to say, that after doing Insanity a few times, and P90x3, the T25 is great. My wife even started doing it instead of her regular class at the Y which is pretty intense. You really do get a great workout from T25, and for those like me who have limited time due to Job, and family responsibilities, it's been fantastic.
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Thank you so much for taking the time to help me out...I appreciate it.I am leaning towards getting the fz40....it is $50 more but will ship in one day free from amazon...the fz35 is shipping from adorama in one day at a charge...My husband is showing me a flyer with the Nikon L110 for $179...really don't want that one....lolThanks again!
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Todd,thanks for going ahead and providing the information even thought the OP is old. very useful for one like myself who recently got interested in the gorillapod and who wants to learn more about what is it and isn't good for. appreciate the tip about the quick-release clip. since I will be using it with the FZ150 it sounds like a good match.
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John, This video explains the comparison of the two http://www.bio.miami.edu/hare/tilt.htmlBest wishes.
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if you look at the specs, the fz8 tops the fz18 in one crucial area: aperture. it's f/3.3 fully zoomed out, which is fairly impressive. the wider the aperture --smaller the number-- the more light is let in to the camera. this helps in low-light situations and in acquiring focus. that's a pretty big plus, but the fact that the fz18 starts at 28mm and is a true wide-angle in addition to going longer might weight heavier for some.
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Often times Fuji AF system frustrates me. I hear that XF35mm lens performance might feel better with X-T1 but with my X-E1 your description is really familiar to me. When it happens, I put it in manual focus mode which makes a great photo.