Does this have that noise when using ZOOM on video like the 300 does? Does it shoot quickly? Is there a manual override?
762884
I have not used the video feature yet. Yes it does shoot quickly. No I have not found an over ride
1478986
The lack of manual controls is a huge issue for me! I got this camera last night and have taken many pictures in a variety of settings and some seem to have too slow of a shutter speed and thus come out over exposed and when taking pictures of a moving subject (for me, my dogs) they come out blurry. I am strongly considering returning this for the p300 which has full manual controls as well as auto and scene modes. Despite the lack of zoom I would rather have control over my camera and be able to fine tune my shot, than being forced to shoot in the preset modes and get lower results. Also the f/1.8 on the p300 is extremely attractive as well as the longest shutter speed of 8s compared to only 1s for the s9100.
711545
I just got my G9 yesterday, and noticed the noise as well. I read your posts and figured it was probably not a big deal. But I decided to call Canon, and they confirmed that it is the IS mechanism. To get rid of the noise change the IS Mode (under the tab with a picture of camera on the Menu) from continuous to single. Hope this helps.
1649318
Has anyone seen any actual reviews of this camera as opposed to marketing spec lists? Sometimes I've seen pre-production models of cameras that get reviewed prior to actual release. It is the low light ability claims of the Nikon that I'll need to see put to the test. That's probably the biggest Achilles heel of all these superzooms. It may have a CMOS sensor (which explains the burst speed of this camera) but it is still the same small size sensor as all the superzooms so I'm dubious about any huge improvement in low light. All of the previous versions of this new crop of superzooms (Nikon, Sony, Fuji) only got a flat four star rating in Amazon while the Panasonic FZ35 and FZ40 both are at 4.6. This new group has longer zooms than the Pansonics but I need to know if the picture quality is improved in any way.
324306
Is does pretty well. Noise will alway be present when your adjusting your exsposure with your iOS rather than your shutter and aperture but I think this camera does really well. At 400 I really didn't see a difference. Its at about 1,600 when I see a difference. I think this camera would be a great upgrade from your d3000. It also has some extra features I forgot to mention..... It can Af a manual lens and you can preset 2 shooting settings if you'd like. :) I hope this helps.
107354
I was looking at buying either the Sony HX10, or the HX20 and saw your question. Although there really aren't any reviews on the Sony HX cameras yet (1 review doesn't count), the Cannon SX 260 has several, and a consistent theme is noise when recording video... to me this is a deal breaker, also the Sony HX 10 is 18mp & 1080 HD vs the 12mp & 720 HD on the Cannon. I'm leaning toward buying the Sony HX10, but are waiting for at least 10 reviews.
218650
I used mine on video and camera. I'm not sure if it uses a flash or is IR. I do know is that I didn't have a problem with any deer being spooked on either setting. The video setting is the best proof of that. I had groups of mature bucks come right up to the camera and stay close in range for extended periods of time. I set my camera's up higher than most though I think. I feel it keeps it out of the sight better. I can't say enough good things about this camera. For the price it can not be beat. I have sold my other lower priced camera's and have bought more of these. Browning has it figured out for this price market...absolutely love the camera. I used mine on video and camera. I'm not sure if it uses a flash or is IR. I do know is that I didn't have a problem with any deer being spooked on either setting. The video setting is the best proof of that. I had groups of mature bucks come right up to the camera and stay close in range for extended periods of time. I set my camera's up higher than most though I think. I feel it keeps it out of the sight better. I can't say enough good things about this camera. For the price it can not be beat. I have sold my other lower priced camera's and have bought more of these. Browning has it... » Read More I used mine on video and camera. I'm not sure if it uses a flash or is IR. I do know is that I didn't have a problem with any deer being spooked on either setting. The video setting is the best proof of that. I had groups of mature bucks come right up to the camera and stay close in range for extended periods of time. I set my camera's up higher than most though I think. I feel it keeps it out of the sight better. I can't say enough good things about this camera. For the price it can not be beat. I have sold my other lower priced camera's and have bought more of these. Browning has it figured out for this price market...absolutely love the camera. « Show Less
92205
Does the lens make a noise when it auto focuses or zooms? I make YouTube videos and if my camera zooms in the middle of me talking in a video that would just be distracting and awkward. :/
1410914
I brought this camera home and was also annoyed about the flash mechanism. What I started doing was, when I needed the flash, I put thumb about 1/2" over the flash so it would not be quite so noisy. It made a difference to me.I love the camera but using just that LCD display in bright sunlight is a turn off. I returned it for the Nikon P600 but I was not getting the same quality as I was with the S9700. Returning the P600 for the S9700, again, or something equivalent with a view finder (which nowadays is hard to buy).All I can really say on the S9700 is, I was simply amazed and blown away with the speed of taking pix, the focus times, HD video (which the P600 lagged at). I brought this camera home and was also annoyed about the flash mechanism. What I started doing was, when I needed the flash, I put thumb about 1/2" over the flash so it would not be quite so noisy. It made a difference to me.I love the camera but using just that LCD display in bright sunlight is a turn off. I returned it for the Nikon P600 but I was not getting the same quality as I was with the S9700. Returning the P600 for the S9700, again, or something equivalent with a view finder (which nowadays is hard to buy).All I can really say on the S9700 is, I was simply... » Read More I brought this camera home and was also annoyed about the flash mechanism. What I started doing was, when I needed the flash, I put thumb about 1/2" over the flash so it would not be quite so noisy. It made a difference to me.I love the camera but using just that LCD display in bright sunlight is a turn off. I returned it for the Nikon P600 but I was not getting the same quality as I was with the S9700. Returning the P600 for the S9700, again, or something equivalent with a view finder (which nowadays is hard to buy).All I can really say on the S9700 is, I was simply amazed and blown away with the speed of taking pix, the focus times, HD video (which the P600 lagged at). « Show Less
1734204
"Very" is subjective. It was noisier the 35 and kit zoom on E1. I returned it. And E1. And got x100s. Love it.
1055144
Yes. I just got mine and have been reading the manual and watching demos and reading reviews. Zoom works when shooting video, optical up to 5X and then digital up to 20X. (I am shooting video at 1280x720 which is HD enough for me.) Also I understand that the automagic settings continue to adjust continually while taking the video, and the image stabilization is just beyond awesome - I have a hand tremor that you would think would be extremely noticeable in a video and there is no hint of it. I am in awe of this thing.
1127977
I wanted to do a followup to my original question about zooming while shooting a movie. This camera does not adjust the focus as you zoom in and out while filming. You must adjust your focus first, then shoot your movie at that adjustment. My Canon TX1 (I no longer have it) gave me very good quality HD movies with the ability to zoom in and out without recording the sound of the zoom and the adjustment as you zoomed reset beautifully --- I was spoiled by this camera.
2227306
we have the hs30exr and are very pleased. the 720 mm manual zoom is terrific, battery life great and up to 11 frames /sec is good for shooting action shots. i don't think the cool pix offers these features.
559207
I have a slight noise on mine only when using the onboard microphone. Since I do not use this microphone, it is not an issue. I have hung a rode NTG 2 on the camera and recorded sound as close to the lens as the internal microphone. Not an issue. All Camcorders do this...... Manual operation will eliminate the noise as well. Good Luck!
1798637
I have a 18191 V-Lux-4 with 12.7 MP and have no noise with blow ups including larger than 16 X 20, if shot in full quality. The zoom can affect the noise but very little.
907598
I had own FZ28 before, i sold it cause i FZ35 has stereo sound, manual control of video, improve auto focus speed. Plus FZ28 right now cost nearly the same FZ35, i sold it for like $300 anyway. So is almost a free upgrade. You might also wanna try out Sony HX1 or Canon SX20 those camera has feature that this one doesn't, is all depend which feature you need more, no camera has all the feature you want.
41041
Note that many of the small cameras in this class that DO allow zoom during video produce noise while zooming that many users have described as anywhere from annoying to unacceptable. I am torn on the issue personally. I can see both sides.