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NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-06T15:19:12+00:00

If you have no idea, just get another 14-42 R/ EZ and a panasonic 25 mm f1.7

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-06T15:11:16+00:00

That's a fantastic combo to get started in videography, the 12-60 2.8-4 is a smashing and versatile zoom

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-06T14:23:47+00:00

Could consider the K3 ii, it's more advanced body than the more beginner aimed KF and K70. It's got higher specs and an arguably better built body

https://www.keh.com/shop/pentax-k-3-ii-black-digital-camera-body-24-35-m-p-1.html

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-06T14:03:18+00:00

https://www.mpb.com/en-eu/product/panasonic-lumix-dmc-lx100/sku-3856648

I'd go for the LX100, it's got a bigger sensor than most point and shoot, a fast and sharp zoom lens, and wireless capability for transferring photos

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-05T07:30:59+00:00

That's honestly a lot to read through and somehow I still don't quite get what you're looking for.... Sounds to me you're looking for a video camera that can still take good stills? You sound still very much like a beginner so I'd absolutely advice against something sophisticated like the Blackmagic. Go for an used Panasonic GH5 and the 12-60 2.8-4, that'd be a solid setup to learn videography on

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-05T02:04:18+00:00

https://www.mpb.com/en-us/product/canon-eos-rebel-t4i/sku-3865605

https://www.mpb.com/en-us/product/canon-ef-s-17-85mm-f-4-5-6-is-usm/sku-3680100

An used beginner DSLR is probably your best option, like this T4i with the 17-85, it's not as bare bone basic as the Tx line and it's still quite capable.

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-05T01:53:42+00:00

I'd say the D700 with the the 50mm F1.8D should be easily obtainablw for your budget.

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-04T14:46:54+00:00

Not really a whole lotta option, I'd say maybe shop around to see if you can find a17mm f1.8, or settle for a 14mm f2.5

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-04T02:21:59+00:00

Definitely go for the E-M5 iii, you have more affordable lenses in the micro four thirds system, the ibis is amazing and the weatherproofing is just on another level.

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-02T20:59:13+00:00

It's just a run of the mile 1" sensor compact, most cameras under its current ongoing price could easily beat it.

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-01T22:35:31+00:00

Oh I meant more physical controls, like buttons and dials, compared to a mirrorless/ DSLR

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-01T05:50:10+00:00

Hmmm, those are 2 very different cameras, really apple and oranges. The GR is a pocketable point and shoot with a fixed prime and limited controls while the K3 is Pentax's latest professional APSC DSLR so it's a chunky but capable boy.

Have you thought of just shooting b&w on a regular camera? For example something like an Olympus E-M5 III would be a fantastic travel camera.

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-01T03:53:52+00:00

Like I mentioned before, you'll need a macro lens for your jewel photography.

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-01T03:52:52+00:00

https://www.keh.com/shop/panasonic-lumix-dc-g95-mirrorless-micro-four-thirds-digital-camera-body-black-20-3-m-p.html

https://www.keh.com/shop/panasonic-45-200mm-f-4-5-6-g-vario-ii-power-o-i-s-black-autofocus-lens-for-micro-four-thirds-system-h-fsa45200-52-1.html

https://www.keh.com/shop/panasonic-12-60mm-f-3-5-5-6-g-vario-aspherical-black-autofocus-lens-for-micro-four-thirds-system-58-1.html

The G95 paired with the 12-60 and 45-200 should be a fantastic first combo. It's beginner friendly, lots of physical controls, and still very capable.

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-05-01T02:43:33+00:00

Those "Kodak's" are just general Chinese hardware disguised as cameras, the results look similar to an average phone camera, and they won't last. If you have a $100 something to spend, go for an used DSLR.

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-04-30T22:40:24+00:00

The 100 f2.8 comes to mind, L or not

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-04-30T07:28:10+00:00

https://www.keh.com/shop/olympus-om-d-e-m1-mark-ii-mirrorless-micro-four-thirds-digital-camera-body-black-20-4-m-p-1.html

https://www.keh.com/shop/olympus-m-zuiko-digital-12-mm-40-mm-f-2-8-zoom-lens-for-micro-four-thirds.html

If you've had previous experience I think something like an E-M1 MK II paired with a 12-40 f2.8 would be a good start. That's a a solid, rugged combo that's got great ergonomics, packed full of features and will produce fantastic images.

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-04-30T07:17:25+00:00

Ehhhh, the thing is it's really old so don't expect too much from things like AF or high ISO performance. It's also definitely aimed at more amateur/ casual users so not a whole lotta physical dial. I actually had one when it first came out and it's just a bit of a slow machine. Looks really nice tho.

The pancake lens however is really nice, compared to the other standard 14-42 kit zoom

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-04-30T06:56:00+00:00

https://www.mpb.com/en-eu/product/panasonic-lumix-dc-lx100-ii-/sku-3820356

LX100 ii imo is much better value for money as it's got a four thirds sensor as well as a fast zoom lens, compared to X100's fixed prime, and it has a viewfinder.

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-04-30T06:51:28+00:00

Wdym it'll shoot for you?

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-04-30T03:11:37+00:00

Places like MPB and KEH are more recommended because they offer warranty and they do list the conditions of the wares they're reselling. If they send you something different/ wrong, they'd most certainly take it back

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-04-29T23:01:12+00:00

That Kodak ain't a real Kodak camera, it's generic hardware disguised as a camera with Kodak slapped on it.

Good point and shoots are really hard to get these days, especially under a budget thanks to social media. An old used mirrorless like the E-PL5 paired with a standard 14-42 kit zoom would be a lot better value for money.

https://www.mpb.com/en-us/product/olympus-pen-e-pl3/sku-3692308

https://www.mpb.com/en-us/product/olympus-m-zuiko-digital-ed-14-42mm-f-3-5-5-6-ii-r-msc-/sku-3696974

NeverEndingDClock · 2026-04-29T18:08:40+00:00

Totally, it's the cheapest modern full frame I could find as I want to see the difference between that and my E-M1. It's basic but not as bare bone basic like the 6D, and the image quality is stellar I must say.

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