On Wed, 15 Dec 2004, michael Vogt wrote: > I 'm thinking of buying a Digital camera there are so many out there so > I thought I would ask the list for there recommendations I need it to > be able to take photos inside and when you print them out the look good > I wold like to spend around 300 to 500 > > Michael & Sharon Vogt <><
First off - check out Steve's (a great resource): <http://www.steves-digicams.com> I got a digi-cam last year, doing quite a bit of research before that purchase. One main piece of advice was offered, and I'll support it: Point 1: pick a camera with proven optics (repeat this as a mantra). Go back 20-30 yrs and see which manufacturer(s) have stood the test of time. One reason why, for example, HP was never a consideration for me - great bells and whistles and software/hardware integration...but what's the *lens* like??? GIGA (Garbage in - Garbage out). Point 2: get the best *optical* zoom you can afford. Similar to point 1. Digitial is..well..digital. Forget the *18X* hype...check it out. Is that 9 optical x 2 digital? Unlikely. More than likely 3 optical x 6 digital...or 2 x 9...ugh. Point 3: Batteries. Many good and bad arguments all over the place. Me? I prefer flexibility in my 'accessories', so I decided in advance that I'd get a camera that could use batteries (and removable media) that I can use elsewhere. Old-fashioned alkalines (when desparate). Many good cameras can use NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride (?)) rechargables...and some rechargers can recharge both NiMH *and* alkalines. They also have some nice 90min chargers out there, so if you maintain two sets, you're likely not to miss any opportunites. ---------- Ultimately I was on the edge of getting a Canon Powershot A70...but *then* checked out more reviews and went for the slightly more expensive A80. I found later this model was *extremely* popular, with stores routinely being out of stock. Both are now discontinued...which may be great if you find it to your liking and can track one down. I've loved it, especially the Some questions to ask yourself: Do you need or just want video ability? (This being only a *want* led me to the A80) Is this a camera to *grow* with, or are you the type to purchase something new in a year or so? Do you want to play around with filters and lenses? (Canon allows add-ons). Again, the degree of research you do shold be in proportion to how long you'll want to keep the camera? Me?...well... I still have my IIci kicking around. :-) Have fun.. -- Non Illegitimi Carborundum -- G-List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- We have Apple Refurbished Monitors in stock! | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-List list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> iPod Accessories for Less at 1-800-iPOD.COM Fast Delivery, Low Price, Good Deal www.1800ipod.com
