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Non-NEC Console Related Discussion => Chit-Chat => Topic started by: munchiaz on December 11, 2011, 12:30:33 PM
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So im looking to buy a camera for my girlfriend for xmas. Not anything to fancy. Just something to take pictures around the house of us, my dog and food she prepares. I don't really know ahything about cameras so all advise is greatly appreciated.
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So im looking to buy a camera for my girlfriend for xmas. Not anything to fancy. Just something to take pictures around the house of us, my dog and food she prepares. I don't really know ahything about cameras so all advise is greatly appreciated.
Nikon and canon are probably the best brands in the range... kodak and fuji may offer slightly better specs but will not offer the reliability.
one thing to keep in mind with point and shoot cameras... if you hold the shot button halfway down, it will focus... then continue pressing down the shot button all the way to complete the shot.
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try to get one in a thrift store for that low-price.
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Looking in that price range, I tend to agree with Tats. I'd do some heavy researching and look for something used. The problem with these little, cheap cameras is that they are very noisy indoors and in other low light situations. They have features and megapixels up the wazoo, but a tiny sensor is still a tiny sensor and won't soak up light like an APS-C or ideally a full frame sensor.
Having said that, if you're looking for a simple point-and-shoot camera NEW, I'd suggest the Canon A1200: http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Powershot-A1200-Digital-Black/dp/B004HW73S4
It's affordable and has lots of great feedback. You're not likely going to take anything professional with it, but it's easy to use and will give you decent photos (and will probably give very good photos outdoors during daytime).
I'll admit I'm a Canon nut. A few years ago I bought my parents a Canon A series because of it's ease of use and they are still using it. One of the really nice things about them is that they use AA batteries.
The Canon ELPH 100 series is a step up and still within your budget: http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-100-HS/dp/B004J3X5VA
It seems to have a number of noticeable improvements, but I've never used it. I think it also has better feedback rating.
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i went with the canon elph. I think this one will work out will for here. Thanks for the suggestions guys.
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Groovy, I'm sure she'll love it!