reccomendation of gd digital cam

[Meteor_Rider]

any gd reccomendation as mentioned above? my budget is ard below $400..

[desewer]

Try looking around for a used Canon Powershot series camera. The image quality is great, 3rd party batteries are available on eBay and just be sure to check the cam is in good condition before plunging in for the purchase.

[desewer]

Oh, and go for at least a 4.0 or 5.0 megapixel camera. Shoot in maximum resolution, that will give you great photos. Get a few extra memory cards too.

 

Current ones are at 10.0mp minimum.

[khaitronic]

if u are looking for a small and cute digicam then this is a big no no...

but if u dont mind the size...get this one...

http://www.letsgodigital.org/images/artikelen/14/fujifilm_finepix_s5700_zoom1.jpg

 

Heres the review

Fujifilm FinePix S5700 digital camera : With this letter, we are delighted to announce the introduction of the Fujifilm FinePix S5700 megazoom camera to the overseas market. The Fujifilm 5700 features the impressive 10x long zoom Fujinon lens and 7 megapixel performance, which allow you to enjoy crisp close-up photos. ISO setting of the Fujifilm FinePix S5700 is expanded to the maximum of 1600. With this high ISO setting, Fujifilm S5700 delivers clear image with minimal noise and blur even in difficult conditions like low-light or moving subjects. When blur still bothers you, Picture Stabilization (Anti-Blur) setting using ultra-fast shutter speed will minimize the risk of blurry images.

Fujifilm S5700 - Intelligent Flash

Moreover, the “Intelligent-Flash” system, which measures the size and position of the subject and automatically adjusts the amount of lighting and exposure level. With this unique flash system, images are much less likely to be washed out, and reproduce the skin tones accurately.

Fujifilm FinePix S5700 - Movie shooting

Powerful movie functions make the Fujifilm S5700 far more than just a high performance digital still camera. Zooming and AF functions are active during movie shooting. With this, you can expect movies even more lively and vigorous as if it was taken with a digital movie camera. In addition, we adopted our new technology ‘Electronic Image Stabilization’, which will suppress blur due to camera shake. With this, you can expect excellent results even when you zoom in during movie shooting.

Fujifilm FinePix 5700 - LCD with Wide View filter

There are many more user friendly features which will support your camera life. The bright 2.5 inch LCD coated with Wide View filter enables you to shoot from high/low angle or gather around to enjoy the beautiful results. Or, with the Super macro mode, you can shoot subjects as near as 1cm. You can get close images of flowers, texts, or small animals. Yet, in spite of these outstanding specifications, the Fujifilm FinePix S5700 remains remarkably compact and simple to use, which is handy for beginners or female users. We plan to start the sales of Fujifilm FinePix S5700 Black as from end off March. 2007 and Fujifilm S5700 Silver as from end off April 2007.

Fujifilm FinePix S5700 - Features

• 7 million effective pixels realize high quality images

• Sensitivity ranges from ISO 64 to ISO 1600

• Fujifilm Real Photo Technology, capture images with low noise at maximum sensitivity level

• 10x optical zoom. All areas from wide to telephoto are covered with this single lens

• Movie function with ‘Electronic Image Stabilization,’ which minimize blur caused by camera shake. Zooming and AF functions are active during movie recording

• Flash pops up and operates automatically according to the photographic conditions

• ‘Intelligent-Flash’ system measures the size and position of the subject, and automatically adjust the amount of lighting and exposure level.

• Various selective scene positions make your shooting easier, relieving beginners from all the guesswork. For users who want to enjoy creative shooting their own settings, shooting modes including Manual mode is available.

• The new 2.5 inch LCD is coated with Wide View film, which expands the screen viewing angle. You can comfortably see and compose while shooting, and gather around to share the photos with everybody after shooting.

• xD/SD compatible slot for both xD-picture card and Secure Digital (SD) card.

 

 

Highly recommended by me if u looking for camera below $400...

[Meteor_Rider]

wow.. thanks for the nice recommendation. was actually looking at tis 2 brands too..

[Meteor_Rider]

if u are looking for a small and cute digicam then this is a big no no...

but if u dont mind the size...get this one...

 

bro.. how big is the cam? bigger than normal palm size?

[desewer]

You plan on getting a used camera or a brand new camera?

 

Either way, http://www.clubsnap.com might unearth some good deals in the sales sub forum. I sold my DSLR there within a week of posting. Lots of people selling their cams, from DSLRs to old-school Leicas, to normal everyday Powershots too.

[Meteor_Rider]

You plan on getting a used camera or a brand new camera?

 

Either way, http://www.clubsnap.com might unearth some good deals in the sales sub forum. I sold my DSLR there within a week of posting. Lots of people selling their cams, from DSLRs to old-school Leicas, to normal everyday Powershots too.

 

hmmm.. if i can get a gd price on a used cam, i might get a used one.. cos my frens advised me to get a 1st hand cam.

[desewer]

Used cams depends on luck. With your budget, getting a 5.0MP camera would only be possible if you buy used. Then again, you might get a good deal on a month-old camera selling cheap.

 

If you're buying used, take a normal test photo with it, noting the horizon or any straight horizontal lines. Then download to laptop/PSP/other device, or view on the LCD. Some budget digicams have misaligned image sensors, resulting in off-horizon shots even if held straight.

 

My previous Olympus C300 Zoom had this problem. Even if I shot a photo straight, it will still come out tilted because the image sensor is misaligned.

[khaitronic]

bro.. how big is the cam? bigger than normal palm size?

 

not bigger than palm size ah...but it not those slim type camera ah...its lool like a mini dslr cam...

 

pics of people holding the cam.

 

http://photocdn.sohu.com/20070428/Img249755554.jpg

 

http://www.world-images.de/wp-content/uploads/2007/02/s5700_black_top.jpg

 

This is 7mp camera with 10x zoom...only for $300 - $400...

compare other brand of cam with a simillar spec it will cost u at least $500 above...

check out its official website

http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/s/finepix_s5700/index.html

[Meteor_Rider]

how abt canon powershot A80? u guys think is gd? cos somebody is selling at the garage sales for $160..

the Fujifilm FinePix S5700 digital camera looks kinda bulky, cos i planning to bring it for my overseas army exercise, afraid i will damage it. haha..

[psyk]

Get the FujiFilm F31FD, you'll have no regrets. Best in its class, you can check out the reviews and pictures taken with it in the hardwarezone and clubsnap forums. Only drawback is that the design might not be too appealing. Other than that, its a great P&S camera.

 

Or if you have a bigger budget, go for its replacement, F50FD, although users have commented the extra megapixels were not necessary.

 

[desewer]

Dude I think our bro already said in his first post his budget was $400 for a good P&S, which is the main reason I'm suggesting he get a used Powershot or similar...

[khaitronic]

Check this website bro...got a few camera within ur budget...

http://bargaincity.com.sg/oshop/index.php

[ryucky81]

if u are looking for a small and cute digicam then this is a big no no...

but if u dont mind the size...get this one...

http://www.letsgodigital.org/images/artikelen/14/fujifilm_finepix_s5700_zoom1.jpg

 

Heres the review

Fujifilm FinePix S5700 digital camera : With this letter, we are delighted to announce the introduction of the Fujifilm FinePix S5700 megazoom camera to the overseas market. The Fujifilm 5700 features the impressive 10x long zoom Fujinon lens and 7 megapixel performance, which allow you to enjoy crisp close-up photos. ISO setting of the Fujifilm FinePix S5700 is expanded to the maximum of 1600. With this high ISO setting, Fujifilm S5700 delivers clear image with minimal noise and blur even in difficult conditions like low-light or moving subjects. When blur still bothers you, Picture Stabilization (Anti-Blur) setting using ultra-fast shutter speed will minimize the risk of blurry images.

Fujifilm S5700 - Intelligent Flash

Moreover, the “Intelligent-Flash” system, which measures the size and position of the subject and automatically adjusts the amount of lighting and exposure level. With this unique flash system, images are much less likely to be washed out, and reproduce the skin tones accurately.

Fujifilm FinePix S5700 - Movie shooting

Powerful movie functions make the Fujifilm S5700 far more than just a high performance digital still camera. Zooming and AF functions are active during movie shooting. With this, you can expect movies even more lively and vigorous as if it was taken with a digital movie camera. In addition, we adopted our new technology ‘Electronic Image Stabilization’, which will suppress blur due to camera shake. With this, you can expect excellent results even when you zoom in during movie shooting.

Fujifilm FinePix 5700 - LCD with Wide View filter

There are many more user friendly features which will support your camera life. The bright 2.5 inch LCD coated with Wide View filter enables you to shoot from high/low angle or gather around to enjoy the beautiful results. Or, with the Super macro mode, you can shoot subjects as near as 1cm. You can get close images of flowers, texts, or small animals. Yet, in spite of these outstanding specifications, the Fujifilm FinePix S5700 remains remarkably compact and simple to use, which is handy for beginners or female users. We plan to start the sales of Fujifilm FinePix S5700 Black as from end off March. 2007 and Fujifilm S5700 Silver as from end off April 2007.

Fujifilm FinePix S5700 - Features

• 7 million effective pixels realize high quality images

• Sensitivity ranges from ISO 64 to ISO 1600

• Fujifilm Real Photo Technology, capture images with low noise at maximum sensitivity level

• 10x optical zoom. All areas from wide to telephoto are covered with this single lens

• Movie function with ‘Electronic Image Stabilization,’ which minimize blur caused by camera shake. Zooming and AF functions are active during movie recording

• Flash pops up and operates automatically according to the photographic conditions

• ‘Intelligent-Flash’ system measures the size and position of the subject, and automatically adjust the amount of lighting and exposure level.

• Various selective scene positions make your shooting easier, relieving beginners from all the guesswork. For users who want to enjoy creative shooting their own settings, shooting modes including Manual mode is available.

• The new 2.5 inch LCD is coated with Wide View film, which expands the screen viewing angle. You can comfortably see and compose while shooting, and gather around to share the photos with everybody after shooting.

• xD/SD compatible slot for both xD-picture card and Secure Digital (SD) card.

 

 

Highly recommended by me if u looking for camera below $400...

 

hi bro, u gt lobang for this digi cam kah? quite interested.

 

thanks and regards

[khaitronic]

Lobang ah...i shall say just go to any camera shop eg at sim lim...and try to nego the price ah...at least get the cam ard this range $300-350 with 1gb sd...its hard though bargaining at sls...and some will cheat u with high price...if they quote $400 above u should just walk away...

 

anyway bargain city...the link above also give a good deal..at $399 it give u this

 

- FREE 2 Gb SD card

- FREE Extra 1 Gb SD card

- FREE Battery Charger Kit

- FREE Fuji Case

- FREE Large Tripod

[ryucky81]

Lobang ah...i shall say just go to any camera shop eg at sim lim...and try to nego the price ah...at least get the cam ard this range $300-350 with 1gb sd...its hard though bargaining at sls...and some will cheat u with high price...if they quote $400 above u should just walk away...

 

anyway bargain city...the link above also give a good deal..at $399 it give u this

 

- FREE 2 Gb SD card

- FREE Extra 1 Gb SD card

- FREE Battery Charger Kit

- FREE Fuji Case

- FREE Large Tripod

 

 

thanks bro 4 the info.

[Meteor_Rider]

after looking ard for so long, i finally bought canon powershot sd 1000(Ixus 70). it costs me $469 but comes wif 2 free memory cards, mini tripod, cleaning kit, pouch & lcd protecter. feel the price is really worth it. image quality excellent!

 

http://www.canon.co.uk/For_Home/Product_Finder/Cameras/Digital_Camera/IXUS/Digital_IXUS_70/index.asp