Best birding camera on Reddit
47 reviews from r/Cameras, r/birding, r/AskPhotography and 1 more subreddit
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#1
Canon
3.9
(19)
"I love my Canon Powershot camera. It has a built in superzoom lens which can zoom in really close, and it takes great photos."
"The R7 has really great autofocus."
"This is an outstanding choice."
"Popular versions include the Canon Powershot SX70 HS, Panasonic Lumix FZ2500, the Nikon Coolpix P1000 or P900."
"An all-in-one 'superzoom' camera is by far the best option to start. The convenience and ease of use means you're not having to learn photography to enjoy birding."
"If you want an interchangeable lens camera, I would look at the Canon R7."
"Consider the RF 100-400 or the RF 100-500 if you want to up your budget."
"Pair it with the RF 600 mm f/11 if you only shoot in good light."
"The 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 lens is great for the money."
"The 100-400mm F5-6.8 lens is great for the money."
#2
Nikon
4.7
(13)
"Nikon P950 it is! Point and shoot, Beginner and casual user friendly, superzoom, raw processing."
"It's extremely user friendly, has a bird mode, and is all in one- no need to purchase lenses."
"I am loathed to give up on what has been my favourite kit."
"A D500 with a Nikon 200-500 or Tamron/Sigma 150-600 can be had for less than $2000."
"Popular versions include the Canon Powershot SX70 HS, Panasonic Lumix FZ2500, the Nikon Coolpix P1000 or P900."
"Nikon D780 over the D500"
"The Nikon D500 is still considered one of the best action cameras by pro wildlife photographers."
"The D500 is more expensive but offers excellent performance with 10 fps shooting."
"The Nikon 200-500 f5.6 is a great lens to pair with the D500."
"The D500 is a great camera, especially for shooting birds in flight."
#3
Sony
5.0
(6)
"I use one as my secondary camera for birding and it’s wonderful."
"Sony RX-10 IV is excellent value, especially if you can find quality gently used."
"The RX10 IV is the best 'dad camera' out there."
"I strongly recommend Sony A6600 with 150-600 (Tamron/Sigma) or proven Sony 200-600. Their lens lineup is solid."
"I can recommend the Sony A6600 with the Tamron 150-500. Its an excellent bit of kit."
"Popular versions include the Canon Powershot SX70 HS, Panasonic Lumix FZ2500, the Nikon Coolpix P1000 or P900."
#4
Olympus
4.3
(3)
"Olympus 300mm f/4 + your choice of OM-D E-M1X, OM-D E-M1 MkIII, or OM Systems E-M1."
"Camera: https://www.mpb.com/en-us/product/om-system-om-1?page=3"
"Or https://www.mpb.com/en-us/product/olympus-om-d-e-m1-mark-iii"
#5
Panasonic
4.3
(3)
"Popular versions include the Canon Powershot SX70 HS, Panasonic Lumix FZ2500, the Nikon Coolpix P1000 or P900."
"I really enjoy using it for wildlife."
"I used a succession of Panasonics over the years. You just missed $50 off on the fz80 at B&H."
#6
Tamron
5.0
(1)
"A Tamron/Sigma 100-400 also works if you want something lighter."
#7
N/A
4.0
(1)
"I got a nice set up with a 500mm lens for under $500 by being patient and looking on Craigslist and eBay."
#8
Sigma
4.0
(1)
"The Sigma lens works well with the R7, and the focusing issue isn't significant."
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