Canon Powershot SX50hs Review

In this video we look at the superzoom Canon Powershot SX50hs. We will look at image quality, ISO performance, video quality and then finally what does 1200mm zoom look like.

[paulshephard]

Your videos have suddenly brought my SX50 HS to life! Thank you!

[kingfisher]

I just got one of these second hand and its the best camera I have owned
I do wildlife photography and it is superb for birds and distance work !

[rarity]

You really have taught me a lot and I thank you. I have had this camera for a while and did not really know how to use it. Along with you tutorial video series I feel I have come a long way in one short week. Love your work appreciate the insight / knowledge you have shared. Thanks again

[suew]

I bought this camera when it first came out and loved it. Since then have progressed to newer mirrorless full frame cameras. However I need to bring a small light-weight camera with a long zoom to watch some sport whilst travelling light, and have decided to bring this little gem back out. It also tests my skills re-learning all the functions and your video has been a great help. Have found many that I didn’t know from before! Thank you..a decade on!

[sxRamar]

I bought a Canon SX20 IS when it came out. I love it. It doesn't have the 50x zoom as this one does, but the main reason I bought the SX20 is that it takes AA batteries. The rechargeable proprietary batteries that most of these cameras use are expensive to replace when they lose their capacity. Rechargeable Eneloop AA's can be used almost forever & you can get regular AA's anywhere.

[MWESTPhotography]

I did not take any portrait images when I had the SX50. Way back when I first bought a S3is I was very impressed with the quality of my portraits so I'm sure the SX50 will be a huge improvement. I am planning more videos on bridge cameras in the next month or so. Busy finishing a large project. Then I will look at portraits, macro etc etc.

[MWESTPhotography]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. The SX50 has good low light capabilities and the HD video quality is good. If you shoot video inside make sure you turn the lights on or just use an external LED light. You can buy LED lights that fit on top of your camera. I have a bunch of them and they work very well.

[TheCCsweetstore]

I love this! My aunt bought me it for a present and it's so amazing! Best camera!

[JabezCHart]

Good presentation.  He forgot to mention that the long lens capacity is impossible to duplicate for 99% of us for a DSLR interchangeable lens camera, whereas all glass lenses of 500mm to 1000 or 1200mm can literally start at thousands and go to ten thousands of US Dollars.   So, for birding, sail races, long distance sports fields, etc.  this camera amazes, and offers a decent burst rate as well.  It also offers good ultraclose macro features.  Perhaps a review of the scenic modes would open up to the average viewer what the camera is capable of doing.  It likely is good to a 16 X 24 or so print, whereas a DSLR  with 4 more MP or twice as many MP can go to poster and bigger sizes.

[MWESTPhotography]

Its a pleasure! This is not a easy question. The SX50hs is a very nice camera and will give you stunning images. With the 650D you will soon find that you are spending alot for all the extra gadgets. Even if you think you will not use flash you will soon find that you need it and then you infest more into your system. The 650D will focus alot faster so if you take pictures of kids your success rate will be better. You can also buy a 50mm f1.8 lens which is a great lens for low light creative pix

[CaitlinClivey]

Great video! I got this camera for my sixteenth birthday and I had no clue what the buttons meant, this video really helped thankyou. I've subscribed and looking forward to more videos.

[automationsolution]

A masterpiece of a review and an Intro to Photography. Going to get this cam.

[MWESTPhotography]

Its a pleasure! I have been getting more and more feedback from people who want more tutorials for this camera. I am defnitely looking into shooting alot more videos. I just have to finish some current projects first.

[Ojeramup]

Thanks for the excellent presentation. I am going to start attending a photography class and needed to buy a digital camera. I believe I have now found it, thanks!

[edwardsimonson]

Great review and explanation of how the Canon SX50 works. Based on your review I bought this camera and so far I love it.

[MWESTPhotography]

Yes, keep in mind it picks up ambient sounds. So don't expect great sound if you are in a noisy area. Then rather use a external recorder for the audio.

[MWESTPhotography]

Its a pleasure! I have not used the HX300 but the SX50 is very user friendly for a first time user. All the settings are easy to find.

[MWESTPhotography]

I agree, I also love high ISO and use it constantly. Especially if you are shooting sports. If its cloudy you need to push that iso or everything is blurry.

[Mautoucooo]

I'am a Mauritian Person and we normally talk French ... But your video is very cleared ... well explain and very well done thkns a lot... ;)

[MrBeeker]

i just bought one today and your review was awesome