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Hi there everyone!

I finally settled on the FZ50 in part thanks to this forum which I was thrilled to find! I am also a stark beginner...and a little intimidated by my equipment, lack of photographic experience, but awestruck by the beautiful photographs posted here! I am ready and willing to learn!

I also have a Canon Eos 350D which hubby bought for me last Christmas and just took it out of the box a couple of months ago. I love the Canon but was afraid to use it as an all around, family outings, etc...I was in search of a good point and shoot. Then I stumbled across the FZ50 and since I love to meander about the backwoods here mingling with the wildlife and not being able to get decent shots with my current p&s ( cannon 3 MP 3x optical) and not wanting to always have to carry the dslr, the FZ50 I thought, lends it self to being a little bit of the best of both worlds.

Now I just have to learn how to use it ( not even very good with the dslr yet) But you all have totally inspired me with your informative chatter and beautiful photos. The macros are incredible..and after reading the posts I ordered the raynox 150 & 250. Any suggestions for external flash?

Looking forward to getting to know you all!

Robin-Lee ( Image Anne)
 
There are lots of knowledgeable people who participate here, and no question is too silly to be given a thoughtful answer. So enjoy your camera, and feel free to ask anything you want. Let's see some of your photos, OK? ;-)
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EffZeeThirty (Got the Gull), Trizzy, Foxy50
 
Welcome to this forum ... in time you will 'know' most of us ... not being a flash lover, I can't help with any suggestion, but many here will, I am sure.

As you start using FZ50 you will soon find out that it is more than a point and shoot ....
Share some photos as soon as you can.
aftab
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Welcom Robin-Lee.

Make a search in this forum and you can find sevelal threads about external flash.

Olympus FL36 and FL50 are themost popular onnes for the FZ50.

I own a Metz 44 MZ-2 with the SCA adapter and I love it. Metz flashes have a body and a separate adapter for each camera brand. If you have more cameras, you can consider the Metz (I suggest the MZ54i) and the SCA adapters for Canon an Olympus (for the FZ50). Look at the Metz website for models characteristics and compatibility.
I you choose a Metz, be sure the SCA adapter is the M6 version for the FZ50.

Cheers

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...and enjoy your new Fizzy. You've got the one I wish I'd gotten in the first place. Suggestion: Read the manual! I know it seems like a no-brainer and yet at some point you're going to be in the middle of shooting something and you're going to ask: "How do I turn that darn Burst-mode off?!" Read the manual. ;-{) Have fun!

rog
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DMC-FZ7...Contax 159MM (RIP)
 
Hi Anne,

I am also new to this forum, and have been very impressed by the 'family' that use this forum.

I have been in photography for a number of years dating back to the old film days. Did quite a bit of wedding photography and other semi professional work, (including my own color lab work) but found it all got too much of a hassle and I had forgotten to take photos for the sheer joy of it. In recent years I started up again, progressing through a few point & shoot digital cameras. I missed the control I used to have with the old Konica T3 SLR's, but didnt miss having to carry around a case of lenses, flashes etc.

I came across this site some months ago while researching my next camera, and was impressed with the helpfulness of the people here (not to mention the great photos). I have monitored the site daily, and the things I read here led me to the purchase of my new TZ50. A great camera, (despite its shortcomings) and I am rediscovering the joy of photography for the simple pleasure of it all over again.

Thanks to all on this forum.

Russell
 
Always nice to have new blood around. Welcome !

I hope you enjoy your FZ50, as I do. I have been enjoying my new little TZ3 for it's wide focal range, however, I would never forsake my FZ50. ;)

Roger
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If everything is coming your way, you're in the wrong lane !

Panasonic FZ50 and TZ3
 
Welcome Robin-Lee,

This is the best place to learn about your camera. Not even reading the manual cover to cover twice has done as much for me as simply reading the thoughtful suggestions from the kind folks in the forum. It is a friendly place to learn. I look forward to seeing your work.
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Thanks for sharing,
Randy
Floozie 50 (Black); Trixie (Blue); Raynox 150/250; TCON 17
 
Thanks Roger!

I have to laugh, I tried talking my hubby into letting me get him the TZ3 for his birthday next week. He got me the FZ50, but I think he wants a new weed wacker...oh well...I'll put it on my Christmas List!
Thanks for the welcome!

Robin-Lee
 
Thanks Randy,

You're right! This is a great forum with many helpful people. I'm looking forward
to learning as much as I can. I also enjoy everyone's photos gives me hope :)

Thanks again!

Robin-Lee
 
Hi Russell,

Thank you! I agree this is a great forum.

" came across this site some months ago while researching my next camera, and was impressed with the helpfulness of the people here (not to mention the great photos). I have monitored the site daily, and the things I read here led me to the purchase of my new TZ50. A great camera, (despite its shortcomings) and I am rediscovering the joy of photography for the simple pleasure of it all over again."

I think this is a great hobby. One which makes you stop...look around and discover things you might not ever have noticed, this is what I love about it!

Have a great week!
Robin-Lee
 
Thanks Rino,

This is a good idea. It really adds up when trying to outfit more than one camera.

I'll look into this!

Thanks again!
Robin-Lee

"own a Metz 44 MZ-2 with the SCA adapter and I love it. Metz flashes have a body and a separate adapter for each camera brand. If you have more cameras, you can consider the Metz (I suggest the MZ54i) and the SCA adapters for Canon an Olympus (for the FZ50). Look at the Metz website for models characteristics and compatibility"
 
Simply put, just plain old "Welcome". :)

Thank you Steve. Looking forward to a learning experience! BTW took

a peek at your photos. I love Lower Davison River and Bush Arbor...looks like a path to infinity!

Thanks again!
Robin-L
 
"How do I turn that darn Burst-mode off?!" Read the manual. ;-{) Have fun!

:) Yup! Thanks so much!! I WILL read the manual...along with a book on basics I picked up...I look forward to a great learning experience!

What I really love is picking up the camera, going out for a walk and discovering things I might never have noticed otherwise!

Thanks again,
Robion-Lee
 
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