Camera wanted - not DSLR and not point and shoot

carann

Can anyone offer any advice or tips on the following camera: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/nikon-1-j3-compact-system-camera-with-10-30mm-vr-lens-white/7813043.p?id=1218860880266&skuId=7813043

I wanted to buy a dslr but dont want a bulky camera so from my own research i think something like this Nikon is midway between point and shoot and dslr and would suit me better.

Would really appreciate some opinions or recommendations from people who know a thing or two about cameras.

Thanks in advance.

CharlieOscar

Why dont you consider a Bridge Camera, not a point and shoot and not a DSLR but a good halp way point between both, about 300-500 in a variety of brands, have a look in the likes of PC World, they have a good selection.

http://www.pcworld.ie/Product/CANON-PowerShot-SX50-HS-Bridge-Camera/312529/12.1.2

On sale too at the moment.

Paul MCM

Why not look at the Sony Nex range, DSLR quality but not bulky or heavy as a DSLR.
I have a Sony Nex 5r and love it.

cnocbui

If you want better image quality and flexibility than a point and shoot without the bulf of a DSLR, then the Micro Four thirds system is the best option. http://www.four-thirds.org/en/index.html

Better than the Nikon or Canon's offerings in this category, like the J1 you linked to.

For the ultimate in small size and superb image quality, particularly video, the Panasonic GM1 is a marvel.