Bridge Camera Still Worth Buying and Beaten Some Top Mirrorless Camera

Jack of all trades, but master of none- this is what comes into many people's minds when they think about the Bridge camera. To some extent, you can say it’s a trade-off, but there are some perks that you simply can’t get in other cameras. From our experience, we’ve noted some key-points that can be deciding factors for you to get one or not. So, let’s try to debunk, are bridge cameras still valuable in 2022?
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[rafayeledama]

They are still very relevant...if they improve the resolution and the range of depth of field in the next generation bridge cameras, then they will have a competitive advantage.

[titer]

The FZ300 is perfect for me, I'm doing industrial equipment inspection, it's a good all around macro/zoom perfect to document defects and sturdy enough to withstand field use.

[jonathanmurphy]

I use the Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 and as long as you respect the limits of the small sensor it can give great results. I paid $400 CAD but to replace it with a mirrorless, 600 mm lens and 2x teleconveter would be several thousand dollars.

[thilobraun]

I love bridge cams for traveling. My first was a Canon S3 and then a S5 which I used for many years. Now I take along a Lumix FZ300 or an FZ1000 II or a Sony RX10 IV. Not needing to think about lenses, weight and changing is less hassle while traveling. I like mine.

[rakeshkrishnaraj]

Lumix fz1000 a 1 " bridge is the most versatile camera and excellent for photo and video. No fungus cleaning on the lens, sensor cleaning etc. Peace of mind for hobbyists .

[colerowland]

I thrifted a Fujifilm FinePix S8200 for $30 and found a tripod at Goodwill for $8. Pretty good beginner setup for under $40.

[alecbuxton]

I used to use compact
Cameras years ago for their simplicity but when I restarted this year I got a couple of old bridge cameras that I found in a pawn shop one a Nikon Coolpix L 110 the other a sony
Dsc h 300 although both models are old they are still quite good starter bridge cameras especially the Sony one which has a higher zoom than the Nikon then I decided later in the year to get a newer Kodak astro zoom and settled for the 425 model as it had a mid range zoom but is still way better than the Sony because I found out that the major drawback with bridge cameras is the larger the zoom lens the heavier the camera gets so you have to draw a line of comfort of use and usibility against weight and function that is the trade off with bridge cameras

[michaelbell]

I love my Panasonic FZ50 and FZ200, great cameras and I got both for under $200.

[faraway]

Nature photography: Birds, flowers, Bugs… Changing lenses back and forth? No way. To annoying to me. To much to carry on, I‘m on a hike after all, not professionally engaged. It’s a hobby. Smartphone won‘t (yet) do it, I need the zoom. And the flip display. And a viewfinder.

[bm]

For me it is very relevant after having used only Bridge cameras for the last 15 years I can only use my right hand so DSLR is a big no no for me. And on video cameras, unfortunately, much has been moved to the screen on the left side more difficult on them to.
Even smartphones are much harder for me to film or photograph with as I don't have a steady grip.
So yes I hope for more development of Bridge cameras so I can continue to develop the image quality of my videos. when i have external microphones etc.
It is sad that they have fallen behind, considering that in any case Panasonic was early with both HD, Full HD and 4K

[justcuzitsepic]

Bridge cameras are great for beginners, sure. But they are also great for nature photographers who might want to travel light. It's a "compromise camera"

[Rayxl]

I've only got the old Canon SX20is. The experts say its no good but I make use of all its modes and features and it works brilliantly.

[VictorReynolds]

I’ve used every kind of camera under the sun; I am currently using a Panasonic DMC-FZ35. I used to have the Olympus C-2500L in the past. Yes, I like the options a DSLR or mirrorless camera would give, yet I am minimalist in my approach these days.

[JohnFekoloid]

Is there a website where I can compare images of bridge cameras with images of DSLRs? For example when a Bridge camera says its has 24-600mm zoom lens, can I see an image of its 600mm zoom and compare that with the image of a proper DSLR with 600mm zoom lens?

[ikneadphotography]

Recently ordered a Lumix FZ300 and am excited for it!

[Luebke]

Fz48, FZ330 and Nikon P7100. Love all 3.

[brianeibisch]

Bridge cameras are hugely good. The massive focal range on these cameras makes them, in some circumstances, unbeatable. I have a Nikon P1000 and this is a unique offering in the market, having 24-3000mm optical zoom, plus X4 digital zoom. Yes, that’s right no error here. It is like a small telescope and camera combined. Personally, I think every photographer should have one of these, however, if you are of smaller build, with smaller hands, the Nikon P950 maybe the right camera for you. Cheers

[dttec]

Hi. Probably no one will see this. But there is some options i can buy for starting my photography hobby again. I see this camera is good price and performance. My other option is Sony Alpha ZV-E10L APS-C 16-50 mm lens. This one is bridge camera and I don't wanna spend a lot on lenses. But the Sony has better sensor. And it's newer. Idk if I'll be happy with the Panasonic. It is heavier and so hard to carry maybe. But i like the zoom and macro options in one camera. Any help about my situation ?

[valterrenatodeandradeponte]

I have two bridge cameras and one DSL that I have never bother to use it... Bridge camera is the future of the photography.

[alecbuxton]

For years I was a compact camera user and gave up in the early 2000s because films were becoming more expensive and digital cameras were still very basic at an affordable price point which is around £ 200 or less but when I restarted my my old hobby at the star of 2024 after 20 year break the technology has become good enough so if you buy a new bridge camera within the affordable price point you will get one with a decent mega pixel quality and the same goes if you buy an older camera that would have sold at a higher price point 10 years ago but you can now get for around £100 or less making it a good starter camera untill you can get a newer model at a latter date
I still like and occasionally use a compact camera but like the extra versitility that you get from a bridge camera