I'm considering buying a new camera... HELP!?

Question

any recommendations?

i want one that can fit into a case and still fit into a coat pocket or medium sized bag.

ALSO. i would like it to be a very good brand that offers very good and lasting cameras.

and i'd like it to be able to record videos with sound.

price doesn't really matter, but i do kinda prefer it to be under 400 dollars

Answer 1

All of the major brands are good. Choose a brand that appeals to you. Then you have to think about getting a spare battery, what size memory card, if you want an extended warranty, how much you can afford, what size zoom, if you want manual controls, the size of the camera, finding a reliable place to purchase it, and the list goes on and on and on.......

The first thing to realize is that almost any digital camera will take good pictures. If more people would read the manual more than once, they would be able to take better pictures. Usually, the person assumes it is the camera when it could be them not knowing exactly what to do. Just give yourself more photographic knowledge by doing more reading on the internet.

I really believe buying a camera is an individual choice.

The person needs to read alot of reviews on cameras so they can decide on the features that they really want and need.

Go to the store and hold them so you can see if they feel comfortable in your hands. If possible, take some pictures in the store to check the quality of the pictures.

I can only give a suggestion of what to look for in a new digital camera.

Good Luck

my suggestion

go to this link for help

http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-camera-b...

Answer 2

canon power shoot for best quality pics

and sony HD 1080 for videos

but canon has 480i

Answer 3

The all time winner bargain compact digital camera is the Canon 7.1 megapixel PowerShot SD1000 [not the IS] 7.1 with an added 2- gig memory card which when set in the manual mode for "Vivid" colors and videos at 30 fps in 320 dpi format provides killer images and videos under low light conditions. It currently sells for $140 at Fotoconnection.com:

http://www.fotoconnection.com/p67816-can...

Good luck!

Answer 4

Don’t buy it at any of these rip-off scam sites that are owned by George Sabato:

www.bestpricecameras.com

www.photodynasty.com

www.beststopcamera.com

www.citywidedigital.com

www.eastcoastdistributor.com

www.hellocamera.com

www.infiniticameras.com

www.infinitiphoto.com

www.infinitycameras.com

www.jandkcameras.com

www.mraccessory.com

www.razzphoto.com

www.regencycamera.com

Check out how many Better Business Bureau complaints there are (1000+).  He keeps changing names to avoid ripped-off customers and to trick new customers.

http://search.newyork.bbb.org/reports.as...

Answer 5

The advise given to you by the others is on target.  If you want to take good pictures, you must read all about it and know your camera.  Will show you a few that seem worthwhile.  Hope this will help!

Check the second source link for a camera that may be just what you are looking for.   This is a digital video and single-lens reflex cameras that can show the finish line action in a video so it does not rely on the fast click of the shutter to catch the winner.

Via the built-in USB port, the device can be connected to any normal computer, using the power supply from the USB bus to enable continuous operation. The DV-5000G can therefore be used as a full PC and web cam with VGA resolution (640 x 480) at 30 fps. http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.d... ...

Check with some of the Geeks at camera retailers and find out what they have.  The information about my camera is just to show that you don't need the biggest and best.

My camera has 5.2 mega pixel, but I use 3 most of the time because it gives great results, is faster, and takes less memory. Also, it only has a 3 x optical zoom and 7x digital zoom. I never use the digital zoom because making pictures larger works better on the computer. This is an old camera, but everyone is impressed with the quality pictures it takes ... like magic. Check with the Geeks in several stores and compare prices. Ask what cameras they own. Once you select a camera read all about it in the owner's manual.

Many of the new cameras come with only an LCD display. Would suggest that you find one that has an optical view finder because the LCD is almost impossible to see in bright sun.

Check this camera.  FUJIFILM - FinePix 10.0-Megapixel Digital. This is more camera for the money.

Wide-angle shooting, a 12x optical zoom and picture stabilization mode combine in this camera for exceptional shooting performance, even at a distance. Plentiful scene modes, autofocus and automatic white balance controls make this camera a snap to operate. Life time Warranty (Parts & Labor)

You may be able to find it on the Internet for a lower price.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?... ...

This could be the best slim line camera.

http://shopping.yahoo.com/p:Sony%20Cyber... ...

The last source link will show you most of the old and new cameras available today.

The first source link will help you clean camera and battery electrical contacts.  Digital Cameras require lots of power.  If the contacts are not really good, it can cause lots of problems.

Answer 6

Canon A-590IS $159 on sale or Canon G9 $440. I own both and am impressed. The G9 is a little pricey but what great pictures!