I really like this camera. Does the attachment of UV and polarizing filters cause any degradation in performance of the camera?

Well, whenever you put on additional glass, a certain degree of degradation will occur, however for the protection of the lens, I generally use them. If you use high quality glass, the effect should be minimal. If you find the result isn't to your liking, you could clean it up a little with imaging software.

How would you compare this camera with the Canon Rebel T3? Which one would you purchase? Which one is newer? Thanks

They are both great cameras it really depends on what you want. We actually purchased this camera in addition to a Cannon Rebel T4. We cruise quite a bit and when going off ship to take the Rebel T4 have quite a big carring case to take the different lenses and with this Cannon powershot SX50 you have one camera dont even need to take a case can just carry it. Also if you are looking for a great zoom this is the best one we have found for the price you would be able to get a lens for the Rebel T3 that would have the same zoom but it would be very expensive. For example we took a picture of the moon with the SX50 and you can see the craters and took pictures of a plane in flight that all you could see with the eye was a white streak in the sky and after going full zoom you can almost read the writing on the airplane. So I would say both are great cameras just depends what you are looking for.

Does this come with a CHARGED battery AND/OR a BATTERY CHARGER????? I've ordered the separate battery-and-charger pack, but it will arrive after the camera does. Will I be able to use the camera when it arrives? Will I have to wait until the second package arrives before I can use the camera and/or re-charge the batter…

It comes with a battery charger, I too ordered the charger and a couple of batteries & I am glad i did, The battery does last a good amount of time. I am still looking for a better strap to hold the camera & or a smaller case for it, but I love this. I just wish it was a little smaller, but with smaller the sacrifice is power in the zoom. Some day, but we have come a long way to get here in 10 years this will be an antique. But for now I love it!

Why did you choose this camera?

I choose this Canon SX-50 HS because of the large 50X optical zoom and it takes very good detailed photos.....and simply has been a very good trouble-free digital camera. I have taken thousands of outstanding photos with this camera. It's as close to a DSLR camera I will ever get and at least you get 50X optical zoom lens without fumbling and changing lenses on those DSLR digital cameras.....a hassle for me.

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📸 Zoom farther, shoot faster, create sharper — own every frame like a pro!

NEVER MISS THE ACTION - High-Speed AF and 13 fps continuous shooting ensure you catch every fleeting moment with precision and clarity.
ZOOM INTO EVERY MOMENT - World’s first 50x optical zoom lens (24-1200mm) with optical image stabilization for razor-sharp shots from wide landscapes to distant wildlife.
CINEMA QUALITY MEMORIES - Record breathtaking 1080p Full HD video with stereo sound and seamless zooming, perfect for sharing your story in vivid detail.
CAPTURE LIFE IN STUNNING DETAIL - 12.1 MP High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor paired with DIGIC 5 processor delivers vibrant, low-noise images even at ISO 6400.
CREATIVE CONTROL AT YOUR FINGERTIPS - Vari-angle 2.8-inch LCD, electronic viewfinder, RAW+JPEG shooting, and built-in hot shoe for Speedlite flashes empower your artistic vision.

The Canon PowerShot SX50 HS is a professional-grade bridge camera featuring the world’s first 50x optical zoom lens with image stabilization, a 12.1 MP high-sensitivity CMOS sensor, and DIGIC 5 processor. It delivers fast autofocus, 13 fps burst shooting, and 1080p Full HD video recording with stereo sound. Its versatile vari-angle LCD and electronic viewfinder, along with advanced shooting modes and RAW support, make it ideal for millennial professionals seeking creative freedom and unmatched zoom capabilities in a compact form.

Specifications

Metering Methods	Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
Exposure Control	Aperture priority AE, Automatic, Creative Filters, Custom, Manual, Movie, Movie Digest, Program AE, Scene, Shutter priority AE
White Balance Settings	Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash torch
Self Timer	10 seconds
Screen Size	2.8 Inches
Display Type	LCD
Dots Per Screen	461000
Display Fixture Type	Articulating
Display Resolution Maximum	461000
Has Color Screen	Yes
Flash Memory Type	SD/SDHC/SDXC
Memory Slots Available	1
Write Speed	13 fps
Flash Memory Bus Interface Type	UHS-I
Compatible Mountings	Canon EF
Sensor Type	CMOS
Image stabilization	Optical
Maximum Aperture	2.8 f
Expanded ISO Minimum	100
Photo Sensor Resolution	12.1 MP
Photo Sensor Size	1/2.3-inch
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/2000 seconds
Minimum Shutter Speed	15 seconds
Form Factor	SLR-like (bridge)
Special Feature	Face Detection
Color	Black
Item Weight	21 Ounces
Video Resolution	FHD 1080p
Viewfinder	Electronic
Flash Modes	Automatic
Camera Flash	Built-In
Skill Level	Professional
Compatible Devices	TVs, Computers, External Storage Devices
Continuous Shooting	13 fps
Aperture modes	F3.4 - F6.5
Viewfinder Magnification	1.0x
Video Capture Format	AVC
Expanded ISO Maximum	6400
Battery Weight	1 Grams
Delay between shots	0.08 seconds
Battery Cell Type	Lithium Ion
Battery Average Life	315 Photos
Guide Number	15
Battery Type	Lithium Ion
Aspect Ratio	16:9, 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 4:5
File Format	JPEG, RAW
Effective Still Resolution	12.1 MP
JPEG Quality Level	Fine, Normal
Supported Image Format	JPEG
Maximum Image Size	4008 Pixels
Bit Depth	12 Bit
Total Still Resolution	12.8 MP
Maximum Focal Length	1.2E+3 Millimeters
Optical Zoom	50 x
Lens Type	Zoom
Zoom	Optical
Camera Lens	50x optical zoom lens with a focal length range of 24mm-1200mm and an aperture range of F3.4 - F6.5
Minimum Focal Length	24 Millimeters
Real Angle Of View	61.2 Degrees
Digital Zoom	4
Connectivity Technology	HDMI, USB
Wireless Technology	Yes
Video Output	HDMI
Total USB 2.0 Ports	1
Total USB 3.0 Ports	2
Total USB Ports	1
Total Video Out Ports	1
Shooting Modes	Portrait, smooth skin, smart shutter, high-speed burst HQ, handheld night scene, snow and fireworks
Digital Scene Transition	zoom
Digital-Still	Yes
Movie Mode	Yes
Image Capture Type	Stills & Video
Night vision	No
Auto Focus Technology	Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Selective single-point, Single, Tracking
Focus Features	AiAF TTL
Autofocus Points	9
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Focus Mode	Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C)
Autofocus	Yes

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