I need info about small digital camera (vanity)

03/30/09 | Doogle

[Doogle]

I'm looking to purchase a small digital camera and need feedback from FReepers. Experiences, likes,dislikes, models, makes......

[Doogle]

...the mouse trap bait post worked so well (and was successful) and it told me FReepers were very helpful and there's a big mouse problem in this country...rats too. *grins*

[SWAMPSNIPER]

What will you be using it for? Different models have different strengths and weaknesses. Do you need long range of wide angle? Indoors or outdoors?

[Salamander]

The whole Sony DSC W-*** series kicks butt.

My last was a W-100 and it *never* failed and the battery life is just insane.

I have a mini-tripod mount on the handlebar of my Harley for it and can record an entire day’s ride on a single 4Gig card and one battery.
[but I carry a spare, just in case]

I recently replaced that with a DSC H-50 and gave hubby the W-100.

Small, sturdy, fast response, sharp photos *and* it shoots good, clear video.
It’s a super “point and shoot” pocket rocket.

[Doogle]

both indoor outdoor....mostly outdoor, use.. from Tea Parties to car shows. I'm not looking to make the small videos that some do, more for photos.

[Doogle]

when the video bug hits (which it will) I'll keep that in mind....

[Red_Devil 232]

I have a Kodak EasyShare Z1285. 3.5”W x 2.5”H x 1”D. Takes great pictures. See my home page for examples.

[Salamander]

I record my rides to keep me sane in winter.

When it’s 3 degrees outside, I’ll stick the ‘chewing gum stick” memory card into my DVD recorder card slot and watch and listen to a few hours of loud pipes and rolling, summer countryside on a 52” screen.

Ahhhhh..........;-D

[I also record our benefit runs consisting of *thousands* of bikers because the local new channels conveniently ignores them]

[Doogle]

Thanks....they are clear

[Doogle]

yeah, I’m always checking out the vids on youtube with the mounted cams. (cobras).

[GLDNGUN]

I, too, love my sony.

[Doogle]

thanks

[MyTwoCopperCoins]

Buy the one with the biggest lens possible. Bigger the lens, greater the light available, better the image quality will be. Don’t bother about megapixels above 12.

There was an extensive revew of compact cameras on Engadget.com and Gizmdo.com. You should consult these two websites before making a purchase.

[Doogle]

...got em, Thanks

[Salamander]

Better clarify that with “fastest lens” possible.
Look for “F Stop” numbers like “F 1.8” or “F 2.0” which will be written on the lens.
That’s the maximum aperture “speed” versus shutter speed.
The -smaller- the number, the “faster” the lens which means better performance in low light situations with a trade off of depth of field.

[fella]

I agree the Sony DSC-W150 I got for 25 years at work is great. I gave my Panasonic DMC-LZ3 away because of it. The screen is bigger and clearer and you can actually see it in the sunlight and it also has a viewfinder. But I still would rather have a SLR designed camera with a set of lenses.

[jimtorr]

Personally, I like the Olympus line. I did extensive hands-on research a few years ago, and Olympus seemed to have the best display for use in direct sunlight. That can be important if you take a lot of outdoors shots.

[Doogle]

thanks

[ccmay]

The Canon SD series is excellent. My family and I have several and they are everything we need. About the size of a pack of cigarettes. They’ve been mistreated and never missed a beat.

[raybbr]

Go here and start reading. The best thing to do is read customer reviews. Also, B&H is the best place to get camera gear.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/shop/8612/Digital_Cameras_Point_Shoot_Digital_Cameras.html

[DieHard the Hunter]

Doogle, I absolutely swear by the Canon IXUS range of cameras. I’m on my third one now: they look nice, they have a steel case and they take great pictures without you needing to meddle with the settings. I carry one on my duty belt when I’m doing Guardian Angels work, which can sometimes get rough-and-tumble. Now, they aren’t shockproof so it is possible to break them, but they are more rugged than others.

Point-and-shoot, zoom if you like. The default settings are all sensible and well thought-out. Shoots well at nite, shoots well during the day. My About page has a photo taken with it at nite. I’ve been asked if I used any special settings to get the picture — nope.

Highly recommended. When this one has done its duty, I will buy another Canon IXUS.