Top 5 Prosumer cameras

What does one do if he or she is not satisfied with the simple point and shoot that they have at hand and want to drill a little deeper into photography. One surely looks at a DSLR, simply because isn’t it something that pros use? However, what stands in the way is the probable complication that comes associated with it and the cost factor as well. So what is advisable is to try something mid- way that will suite you well. It will have part features of a DSLR and also impart the portability afforded by point and shoot cameras. We have put together a collection of prosumer cameras, also known by the name of super zoom cameras for you to check out. 

Fujifilm FinePix S1800 (18x optical zoom) (Rs. 11,999):

The FinePix S1800 is Fujifilm’s offering for people looking for an affordable super zoom camera that looks and feels like a DSLR. The camera features a 12.2 megapixel sensor and Fujinon 18x optical zoom lens. It captures good images, especially in the daylight and has a variety of features like 12 different modes built-in. It takes HD videos and has a strong flash to boast about and also has a manual mode on offer. This one is one of the better choices in the super zoom category mostly because of its price and looks.
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Samsung WB650 (15x optical zoom) (INR 17,990): 

Samsung's super zoom, WB650 is slim and does not look like a super zoom at all. It features a 15x zoom and a 12 megapixel sensor with an AMOLED display that helps clicking clear and vibrant images, even in sunlight. Complementing this is the GPS and geo-tagging that it offers along with HD movie recording, cool effects and dual Image Stabilization. One can work with the smart auto mode, modes for shutter priority, aperture priority or can access full manual control on the images.

Sony Cyber-shot H55 (10x optical zoom) (INR 14,990):

The Cyber-shot H55 from Sony adds on the megapixels at 14.1 and lowers the optical zoom to 10x. It features Sony's BIONZ Image Processing Engine for clearer images even in low lights. It clicks landscape shots at horizontal images as wide as 7152 x 1080, vertical images as tall as 4912 x 1920 and boasts of Optical SteadyShot image stabilization and intelligent auto modes. Featuring a very slim design, this super zoom camera gives the feel of a normal point and shoot, but performs well as a superzoom.

Nikon Coolpix P100 (26x optical zoom) (INR 20,450):

This offering from Nikon features 10 megapixel CMOS image sensor and a staggering 26x optical zoom and upto 4x digital zoom. It allows HD recording and comes with vari-angle display. Along with allowing full manual mode, it allows a bunch of other modes and scenes to experiment with. Multi-shots and continuous shots along with 1080p video recording on the provided CMOS sensor ensures that images captured are of good quality and clarity. Moderately heavy at about 500 grams, the Nikon Coolpix P100 is a good option at its price.

Canon PowerShot SX30 IS (35x optical zoom) (INR 28,995.00):

Among the most powerful super zoom cameras that we have currently, the Canon Powershot SX30 IS boasts of a 14.1 megapixel sensor along with a 35x wide angle optical zoom. It also features a 2.7-inch vari-angle LCD that is fully articulated and features like Optical Image Stabilizer, blink detection and other features. It captures good images even at low ISOs, HD movies at 720p and offers hi-speed USB and HDMI connectivity along with a bunch of 28 scene modes, including full manual control.