Finally in the market for a Digital Camera

Judas · Apr 25, 2007, 09:41 PM

I still dont think i need it at all though, but i'll most likely be using it for a very short time and then reselling it, demoing it or whathave you.

I'm looking for something that isn't one of those POS small little buggers of a camera that you can't hold onto. And nothing outragiously huge either.

Probably 300-400 $ CAD ballpark though.

Digital zoom is a no no, i don't want it, so optical is what i'm looking for. And i don't need movie making capabiltiies.

Something that'll spit out RAW image files would slick, but i'm sure that's getting way up into the proffesional high end stuff.

If anything 100% quality jpegs?

Probably Cannon, enless someone can recommend something else. And lastly, something in which i don't have to install software onto the computer to be able to pull the pictures off it (follows the XP and Vista standards)

Throw me some links

Thanks in advanced

RoyBatty · Apr 25, 2007, 10:43 PM

How about Fujifilm FinePix S6500fd:
http://www.dcviews.com/_fuji/s6500.htm
http://www.dpreview.com/news/0607/06...ilms6500fd.asp

The only problem could be that is probably uses PTP...

**dj_stick** · Apr 25, 2007, 11:32 PM

good luck finding 100% quality jpegs - i don't think such a thing exists, usually you're given the option to save as .tif, or raw on higher end cameras

i think the only way to get raw would be a DSLR style camera - maybe the Canon EOS400D (or even the 350D if there's any stock - i have one, great camera)

PangingJr · Apr 27, 2007, 11:50 PM

for $300-400 CAD digital cameras other than Canon...

i have not checked out reviews yet, and these cameras may have bad reviews?

if you like zoom check out Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 - http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/lumix/fz8/index.html , 12x optical zoom LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens (equivalent to 36mm to 432mm in a 35mm film camera)

for (a possible) better picture quality but less zoom check out Nikon Coolpix P5000 (Performance 5000) - http://www.nikondigital.com/main.html?page=p5000

Judas · Apr 28, 2007, 01:06 AM

PangingJR, i've actually got that EXACT camera sitting behind me on a shelf, it's my Business Partners camera though, so i can't exactly use it, but i was looking for more options (the panasonic one)

But thanks for the suggestions, i'll look at that coolpix.

Da_Jewish_Fonzy · Apr 28, 2007, 08:08 PM

I'm no pro but I can give some brand advice. I generally like to stick with Sony when I buy electronics so for my first digital camera I bought a Sony model and I had nothing but headaches with it, it would automatically shut off when I went into macro mode and zoomed in, it ate batteries like there was no tomorow so I exchanged it for another one thinking the unit was defective and had the exact same problems with the replacement unit . Anyway I got rid of the Sony and went with an entry level Canon and the difference is night day, absolutely no frustrations with the Canon. It has some pretty advanced features yet is noob freindly and intuitive and its easy on batteries.

So yeah I don't think you can go wrong with Canon when it comes to camera's.

**kris23** · Apr 29, 2007, 03:46 PM

canon is good.....they are somewhat cheap, sharp and......ya best go to the website and choose yourself. sony is garbage to me, they suck batteries dry and the picture quality is.............no

http://www.canon.ca/english/index-pr...&gid=2&sgid=23

i have the powershot SD600 next to me and its alright.

swimtech · Apr 30, 2007, 04:19 AM

Judas, I thought RAW format was above your price range, but...

Back in February, we got a Panasonic DMC-FZ7 after much research then 'finger crossing' after purchase. It has worked mahvelously (color and clarity are very good).

Well, don't see that camera available now, but the DMC-FZ8 has been introduced as its replacement, and does RAW format, with 12X optical zoom through the outstanding Leica (Swiss) lens. 4X digital zoom on top of that - thank 'gaud' for the image stabilizer which they have been doing well with for years now for those superzoom photo opportunities. I'm definitely with PangingJr on that pick.

I'd take a chance on it...

Link to info Here at Newegg, with a link to the manufacturer's own product info page there too. Don't know about securing one in Canada though - but it should barely fit your budget.

Edit - I was sure I saw it the other evening, but I couldn't find it today (5-1, second guessing myself on this - good thing...) - the FZ-8 does not do RAW format evidently - sorry...

BWX · May 1, 2007, 05:13 PM

http://www.steves-digicams.com/default.htm

You HAVE to look here before buying a camera.. Amazing review site. Make sure to check out the sample photos. I just bought one last week for the first time after studying that site among others. You will definitely find what you are looking for there, or at least rule out a bunch of stuff and help narrow your decision.

edit-- hehehehehe
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/co...&modelid=14321
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16830120081

ooo, for 355--

http://www.lowpricedigital.com/item....canon_g7_price

Apr 29, 2007, 03:46 PM	#7
kris23 Going Insane..... Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 6,018 Rep Power: 131 System Specs	canon is good.....they are somewhat cheap, sharp and......ya best go to the website and choose yourself. sony is garbage to me, they suck batteries dry and the picture quality is.............no http://www.canon.ca/english/index-pr...&gid=2&sgid=23 i have the powershot SD600 next to me and its alright. __________________ Hardwareheaven Super-Moderator Building a new computer system and not sure where to start? Click Here! last updated (5/18/11) Rosewill FUTURE case replaces CM 690 II with its greater interior length. Building a PC: Step by Step Guide Written by Kristopher Pedemonte and Nathan Marks-Forder Edited by Allan Campbell Questions or Comments? feel free to post them in the forums!

Apr 30, 2007, 04:19 AM	#8
swimtech HardwareHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,040 Rep Power: 124 System Specs	Judas, I thought RAW format was above your price range, but... Back in February, we got a Panasonic DMC-FZ7 after much research then 'finger crossing' after purchase. It has worked mahvelously (color and clarity are very good). Well, don't see that camera available now, but the DMC-FZ8 has been introduced as its replacement, and does RAW format, with 12X optical zoom through the outstanding Leica (Swiss) lens. 4X digital zoom on top of that - thank 'gaud' for the image stabilizer which they have been doing well with for years now for those superzoom photo opportunities. I'm definitely with PangingJr on that pick. I'd take a chance on it... Link to info Here at Newegg, with a link to the manufacturer's own product info page there too. Don't know about securing one in Canada though - but it should barely fit your budget. Edit - I was sure I saw it the other evening, but I couldn't find it today (5-1, second guessing myself on this - good thing...) - the FZ-8 does not do RAW format evidently - sorry... __________________ It's not so much getting your way that matters or not - what matters is how you go about getting it. Last edited by swimtech; May 1, 2007 at 07:32 PM. Reason: FZ7 DOESN'T do Raw - sorry

May 1, 2007, 05:13 PM	#9
BWX unplugged Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: USNY Posts: 19,669 Rep Power: 110 System Specs	http://www.steves-digicams.com/default.htm You HAVE to look here before buying a camera.. Amazing review site. Make sure to check out the sample photos. I just bought one last week for the first time after studying that site among others. You will definitely find what you are looking for there, or at least rule out a bunch of stuff and help narrow your decision. edit-- hehehehehe http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/co...&modelid=14321 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16830120081 ooo, for 355-- http://www.lowpricedigital.com/item....canon_g7_price __________________ Last edited by BWX; May 1, 2007 at 05:36 PM.

Apr 25, 2007, 10:43 PM	#2
RoyBatty HardwareHeaven Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Czech Republic Posts: 1,941 Rep Power: 122 System Specs	How about Fujifilm FinePix S6500fd: http://www.dcviews.com/_fuji/s6500.htm http://www.dpreview.com/news/0607/06...ilms6500fd.asp The only problem could be that is probably uses PTP...

Apr 27, 2007, 11:50 PM	#4
PangingJr Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 5,989 Rep Power: 71	for $300-400 CAD digital cameras other than Canon... i have not checked out reviews yet, and these cameras may have bad reviews? if you like zoom check out Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 - http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/lumix/fz8/index.html , 12x optical zoom LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens (equivalent to 36mm to 432mm in a 35mm film camera) for (a possible) better picture quality but less zoom check out Nikon Coolpix P5000 (Performance 5000) - http://www.nikondigital.com/main.html?page=p5000

Apr 28, 2007, 08:08 PM	#6
Da_Jewish_Fonzy Me>You Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Da Hood Posts: 507 Rep Power: 0	I'm no pro but I can give some brand advice. I generally like to stick with Sony when I buy electronics so for my first digital camera I bought a Sony model and I had nothing but headaches with it, it would automatically shut off when I went into macro mode and zoomed in, it ate batteries like there was no tomorow so I exchanged it for another one thinking the unit was defective and had the exact same problems with the replacement unit . Anyway I got rid of the Sony and went with an entry level Canon and the difference is night day, absolutely no frustrations with the Canon. It has some pretty advanced features yet is noob freindly and intuitive and its easy on batteries. So yeah I don't think you can go wrong with Canon when it comes to camera's.