Iggy Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 I will be going on a trip this Thanksgiving holiday to visit my side of the family and want to take pics of my siblings while they are still alive and relatively healthy. The digital camera we have is small & square and a pain for me to hold - my hands cramp up- I really don't like it. I want one that will take good indoor and outdoor pics, focus itself, has a built in flash(i guess), and uses regular batteries. I don't want to spend more than $250.00. Have researched Sony, Canon and Kodak. Am at a loss- - - - Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hemidakota Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 Purchase a digital Canon. You will not go wrong and be satisfied on the digital images. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knightsilver Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 (edited) Newegg.com - Nikon COOLPIX L100 Matte Black 10.0 MP 3.0" 230K LCD 15X Optical Zoom Digital CameraTake Newegg reviews with a grain of salt, just know what your looking for.Feel free to PM me....shane c. Edited October 19, 2009 by knightsilver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
will227457 Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 I was goin to say cannon 5d SLR but given your budget constraints....most any point and shoot digital will do the job.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knightsilver Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 (edited) He mentioned something about the camera shape?Ive been looking at a Canon on the Egg for a $140 but its small and sqaure:Newegg.com - Canon PowerShot A1100 IS Green 12.1 MP 2.5" 115K LCD 4X Optical Zoom Digital Camera Edited October 19, 2009 by knightsilver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
will227457 Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 Digital Camera Reviews and News: Digital Photography Review: Forums, Glossary, FAQgo here... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knightsilver Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 Thought he was asking for specific models and sizes and at a budget, not an avalanche of information. Im sure Iggy knows how to Google and pull up reviews, he was asking specifics and at a budget and asking personal recommendations on camera's.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Godless Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 The Sony Cyber-Shot series is outstanding. I have one of the older models (W80) and I love it. I never have to use the flash because it does such a great job of taking indoor pics in low-light conditions. All of the current models are probably going to be somewhat better than the one I have, and they have a few starting at under $200. After reading your post again, I noticed that you want a camera that used regular batteries. Is there a reason for that? I'm not sure about digitals, but I know that film cameras sometimes have issues with battery corrosion when you use AA or AAA batteries, and that can damage your camera something awful. Like I said, I don't know if this problem exists for digital cameras as well or not, but personally I like having a rechargeable battery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefche Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 I agree with Godless on the rechargeable batteries. Spend a little money and get extra so you can have one set in your camera while the others are charging. I have a Canon something. It's a step down from an SLR. It has some of the features of a SLR, but the convenience of a point and shoot. I absolutely love this camera. I bought it about a year ago and paid about $250. Do some research on the internet, then go to Best Buy or someplace to handle the camera. That'll give you an idea of what you want. Then once you decide on what to buy, check the internet for good sales. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 I have a Nikon L100. I absolutely love it. Will probably be a bit over your budget though after purchasing an additional SD care for more memory.COOLPIX L100 from Nikon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy Posted October 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 After reading your post again, I noticed that you want a camera that used regular batteries. Is there a reason for that? The availability of batteries. In case I forget to pack extras, can always buy them in nearly any store. Are there adapters that you can plug into your car and recharge batteries?Oh, by the way everyone, I am a She not a He. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatorman Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 There are adapters you can purhcase that will allow you to plug any standard plug into your car. You plug the adapter into the lighter and then your standard plugs into the adapter. This way, you can charge any of your devices you need to. There are even ones that can support more than one plug or more than one device. Some will handle a power strip running multiple electronics. We have had 2 laptops, 2 'DS' type games, and 2 cell phones plugged into a power strip, plugged into a good one of these adapters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy Posted October 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 Thought she was asking for specific models and sizes and at a budget, not an avalanche of information.Im sure Iggy knows how to Google and pull up reviews, she was asking specifics and at a budget and asking personal recommendations on camera's.... I am, did, was. Rather than order on-line, I want to be able to go to the store and get it. We have Staples, Best Buy, WalMart, Walgreens and Radio Shack right here in town. So- I have gone to each store, on-line, looked at what they have, read the customer responses and then came here to see what you all like, dislike about your digital camera's.Pam, the $ amount is NOT set in stone. I plan on paying about $250 then pay extra for a decent carrying case and extra memory. I am going to go back to the stores, on-line and see who carries the Nixon. That really caught my eye. Jumped right out and said- Look closer at me, buy me. Thanks everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 Iggy I purchased mine at Best Buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Godless Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 The availability of batteries. In case I forget to pack extras, can always buy them in nearly any store.Again, I prefer having one rechargeable battery so I don't have to worry about extras. That's just my personal preference though. Are there adapters that you can plug into your car and recharge batteries?I believe Canon makes some. I'm not so sure about Sony or other brands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rameumptom Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 The best rated point and clicks right now are from Canon and Kodak (surprised?). For $250 bucks, you should be able to get a nice one. Go down to a few stores (Walmart, and camera stores), and check out the displays. Find one that feels right in your hands, etc. Also, is this only for family shots and a few other simple shots? Or what else will you want to use it for? I have a Kodak with a 10x optical zoom lens (equivalent of about a 300-400mm lens), which allows me to do some nice nature shots. Birds are especially small and wild animals do not let most people approach them, so it's nice to have a big zoom. There are several point and click digital cameras with a 10x zoom in the $200 price range right now. While you are at it, I suggest you consider getting a tripod. There are mini tripods you can get cheap, where you can set up your camera for long stills, or so you have time to jump into the family photo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdfxdb Posted October 22, 2009 Report Share Posted October 22, 2009 as stated previously dpreview.com is a good place to go to get reccomendations, they have a search function which really narrows the field down to price, battery type, mega pixels, , camera style, and tons of other criteria. It is not an overload of information if you set your criteria correctly. Also, you can't go wrong with a canon point and shoot, best buy has them for the amount of $ you are willing to lay out. the only real problem you may run into, is size, cameras, like phones are getting smaller and smaller. Newer almost always = smaller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy Posted October 25, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 Well I did it. I went to Best Buy and got me a camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 What kind did you get? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy Posted October 25, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 Canon Power Shot A1100IS I also a bought a mini tripod, carrying case and (02) 2 GB memory cards. It uses AA batteries. I got more rechargable batteries (husband has the charger). It is smaller than I was looking for, but it feels comfortable in my hands. Now to read the manual and play with it till I am comfortable enough to take pictures and videos. Yep, takes videos too. All totaled I shelled out $286.13. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 Awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest xforeverxmetalx Posted October 28, 2009 Report Share Posted October 28, 2009 this thread is apparently "solved" but I wanted to add a note about batteries I'd say go with the lithium ones... they last ridiculously long, just one pair lasted nearly a month in Europe. they're a bit expensive but considering the trouble and long life, they're much more than worth it. and easier for me than rechargable ones since I didn't want to bother with bringing a charger, plug adapter, and voltage converter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moksha Posted October 28, 2009 Report Share Posted October 28, 2009 Best Buy can sometimes match Newegg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy Posted October 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 this thread is apparently "solved" but I wanted to add a note about batteriesI'd say go with the lithium ones... they last ridiculously long, just one pair lasted nearly a month in Europe. they're a bit expensive but considering the trouble and long life, they're much more than worth it. and easier for me than rechargable ones since I didn't want to bother with bringing a charger, plug adapter, and voltage converter. I got duracell rechargable batteries. Husband already has a charger at home. I am going to get the duo charger- can charge AA and AAA. Husbands camera uses 4 AAA's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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