Specification of Affordable Superzooms SLR Cameras

Nikon Coolpix P500 :

The price of bridge cameras are usually on the higher side and the main feature of these types of cameras are their superzoom capabilities. The Nikon P500 had to definitely feature in this list, as it was possibly one of the best superzoom cameras to be launched. It has a massive 36x optical zoom lens and features a 12.1MP, backside-illuminated CMOS sensor. The sensor also has dual image processors and Nikon’s Expeed C2 image processing engine, which helps in shooting detailed images with minimal noise. The camera has manual and semi manual shooting modes, allowing one to fine tune the settings, before capturing an image. The flip-out screen at the back aids in capturing images from either high or low angles. 1080p full HD video recording is also available on this bridge camera, making it quite an ideal solution for photography and videography. Available in two colour options, black or red, this camera is suitable for either gender.

Retail Price : Rs 18,000/- (Including Tax)

Sony Cyber-shot HX100V :

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V is a superzoom camera that features a 16.2MP CMOS sensor, along with a 30x optical zoom. This camera is one of the best superzooms that have been launched. It boasts of an extensive feature list that includes manual controls, where settings can be tweaked to get the best possible images. The lens type featured on this camera is Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T featuring a 30x optical zoom. This translates to a focal length of 27 - 810mm, which is really good for a camera of its size. The camera comes with a flip-out display that can be adjusted, allowing one to capture the perfect shot from either high or low angles. The camera records video at 1080p, allowing this camera to stack up as one of the top cameras to feature in this price range.

Retail Price : Rs 20,000/- (Including Tax)

Olympus SZ-30MR :

Olympus launched their stylish SZ-30MR camera, a travel compact with a 24x lens that has a focal range that can compete with superzoom cameras. With the focal length of 25 – 600mm, one can conveniently capture images of subjects that are far off, with ease, without the excess weight that comes with bridge cameras. The SZ-30MR features a 16MP CMOS sensor that shoots images at a resolution of up to 4608 x 3456. The iAuto mode is more than sufficient for capturing images in most light settings, so people who do not want to play around with any settings can just capture images on the fly. The camera also has a 3D mode, a Magic mode with 8 filters, a panorama mode and the ability to record videos in full HD 1080p.

Retail Price : Rs 20,000/- (Including Tax)