Camera question

trailgranny50 wrote:
Oh, thank you, thank you, thank you for All of the comments. Pretty much confirms my choice of the Panasonic Lumix 50 as size and weather resistance are important to me. I know the 300 has more features and such but the little 50 has more range without getting too much and loseing stability while shooting pics. When I was using the old Canon the longest lense I could afford was a 300 and that set up as heavy and not weather resistant. Was shooting for oil companies of their rigs day and night and also some school kids senior pics. Used all the adjustments and special filters to control color and exposure. As I have gotten older simplicity but still having more control than simple point and shoot is a good thing. Have forgotten so much of what was second nature, use it or lose it I suppose. Will be taking a photo course at the local Vo-tech to refresh my memory. My biggest issue has always been getting the distance shots and I think the 50 unit by Panasonic will work and with our more stringent budget it won't break our limited bank. Thanks again. It's really neat to know where the great travel shots are coming from. You guys are great helpers!

Which "Lumix 50" are you thinking about? The DMC-FZ 50 from 10 years ago with the 35-420mm lens - or the new, super compact ZS-50 with the 24-720mm? I just treated myself to the latter but am having trouble adjusting to it because it is so tiny whereas my hands are big and clumsy. But it does have a viewfinder (mandatory for me for shooting outside) and it will easily fit in a pocket so I can carry it all the time!