Best Digital Camera for around $200-$250?

Question

For all you camera buffs,

I am going to Europe for vacation and feel the need to update my digital camera. The "must haves" include:

At least 8MP

3X-4X optical zoom

and must perform well in dim light wihout a flash (for the Sistine Chapel and other museums)

Face dectection, image stabilizer, and red eye reduction would be a plus also.

I'm leaning towards a couple: Canon Powershot SD1100

Panasonic Lumix DMCFS5K

and Samsung NV15.

I'm open to any suggestions!!

Thanks and much appreciated!

Answer 1

Canon Powershot SD1100 is the best in that price range

Answer 2

Nikon Coolpix S550 10MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom

Price : $199.95

reference : http://astore.amazon.com/hot-new-release...

Answer 3

i am thinking .....

well read this for your self

http://www.steves-digicams.com/best_came...

then seach for pricegrabber.com for the best price you might save over $100 than store price.

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ps under dim light i used my fuji f30 with 3200 iso max

Answer 4

I disagree the Canon A720IS or A59IS is the best in that category. However, for under $250, you're not going to get a camera that performs well in dim light, I can guarantee you that!

Maybe look into getting an DSLR? A basic entry one with kit lens should cost around $450, and you'll be happier knowing that you won't get blurry pictures in dim light especially museums, churches, etc where they might not allow flash.

I recommend the Olympus E410, which retails for $430.

http://www.amazon.com/Olympus-Digital-Ca...

Answer 5

You might want to look at a super zoom for a trip like that such as the Canon PowerShot SX100 IS. Beach Camera has it for $210-+ shipping. 8 Megapixels, 10X optical zoom, can set controls manually or just leave on auto. Also has image stabilizer. One drawback though it lacks a viewfinder.

$200_+ shipping at Adorama- will buy you another fine camera. Canon PowerShot A720 IS. 8 Megapixels, 6X optical zoom, also has manual controls and image stabilizer.