anyone have a good recommendation on a point & shoot compact camera.
I am wanting the following...
less than $ 200
at least 5x optical zoom
would like some kind of Image stabilization
Most Important - Shutter lag time needs to be minimal
Any leads?
Thanks so much & Happy Holidays!
Full Version: I need suggestions for a good point & shoot for wife
i think i was about to buy the luminix? i think anyways, it really caught my eye. if i come across it again i 'll correct this if i am wrong.
panasonic lumix. check it out.
The sleek and black Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100EB-K Digital Camera arrives with 12.2 megapixels so images – such as the subtle nuances of a flower petal - remain clear and sharp even when they are enlarged to A2 size (595 x 420 mm).
The Easy Zoom Button means you’ll secure faraway shots in conjunction with the 3.6 x active zoom. However, a high quality 28mm wide-angle LEICA DC lens allows you to capture scenery or a group of people without having to move backwards too much.
Images you shoot should also be sharp thanks to the built-in Mega O.I.S (Optical Image Stabiliser) which eliminates any blurring caused by every point-and-shoot photographer’s worst enemy – camera shake.
Due to the high sensitivity of the camera you can record sharp 30fps video in lower-than-normal lighting conditions and the ISO6400 setting for still image capture also ensures great results where light is at a premium such as a party, all of which can be monitored or reviewed on the 2.5” LCD display.
With Intelligent ISO Control the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100EB-K Digital Camera can detect movement and set the shutter speed accordingly. Add to that the Venus Engine III processor which allows the continuous shooting of photos until the memory card fills up and you’ll be sure to record all the fast moving action of a school’s sports day.
panasonic lumix. check it out.
The sleek and black Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100EB-K Digital Camera arrives with 12.2 megapixels so images – such as the subtle nuances of a flower petal - remain clear and sharp even when they are enlarged to A2 size (595 x 420 mm).
The Easy Zoom Button means you’ll secure faraway shots in conjunction with the 3.6 x active zoom. However, a high quality 28mm wide-angle LEICA DC lens allows you to capture scenery or a group of people without having to move backwards too much.
Images you shoot should also be sharp thanks to the built-in Mega O.I.S (Optical Image Stabiliser) which eliminates any blurring caused by every point-and-shoot photographer’s worst enemy – camera shake.
Due to the high sensitivity of the camera you can record sharp 30fps video in lower-than-normal lighting conditions and the ISO6400 setting for still image capture also ensures great results where light is at a premium such as a party, all of which can be monitored or reviewed on the 2.5” LCD display.
With Intelligent ISO Control the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100EB-K Digital Camera can detect movement and set the shutter speed accordingly. Add to that the Venus Engine III processor which allows the continuous shooting of photos until the memory card fills up and you’ll be sure to record all the fast moving action of a school’s sports day.
Thanks, I will look at this one. Oh, I forgot to mention I only require 4MP or more>
Any more suggestions that I may want to consider?
Any more suggestions that I may want to consider?
QUOTE(tami @ November 24 2007, 11:44 AM) 
i think i was about to buy the luminix? i think anyways, it really caught my eye. if i come across it again i 'll correct this if i am wrong.
panasonic lumix. check it out.
The sleek and black Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100EB-K Digital Camera arrives with 12.2 megapixels so images – such as the subtle nuances of a flower petal - remain clear and sharp even when they are enlarged to A2 size (595 x 420 mm).
The Easy Zoom Button means you’ll secure faraway shots in conjunction with the 3.6 x active zoom. However, a high quality 28mm wide-angle LEICA DC lens allows you to capture scenery or a group of people without having to move backwards too much.
Images you shoot should also be sharp thanks to the built-in Mega O.I.S (Optical Image Stabiliser) which eliminates any blurring caused by every point-and-shoot photographer’s worst enemy – camera shake.
Due to the high sensitivity of the camera you can record sharp 30fps video in lower-than-normal lighting conditions and the ISO6400 setting for still image capture also ensures great results where light is at a premium such as a party, all of which can be monitored or reviewed on the 2.5” LCD display.
With Intelligent ISO Control the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100EB-K Digital Camera can detect movement and set the shutter speed accordingly. Add to that the Venus Engine III processor which allows the continuous shooting of photos until the memory card fills up and you’ll be sure to record all the fast moving action of a school’s sports day.
panasonic lumix. check it out.
The sleek and black Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100EB-K Digital Camera arrives with 12.2 megapixels so images – such as the subtle nuances of a flower petal - remain clear and sharp even when they are enlarged to A2 size (595 x 420 mm).
The Easy Zoom Button means you’ll secure faraway shots in conjunction with the 3.6 x active zoom. However, a high quality 28mm wide-angle LEICA DC lens allows you to capture scenery or a group of people without having to move backwards too much.
Images you shoot should also be sharp thanks to the built-in Mega O.I.S (Optical Image Stabiliser) which eliminates any blurring caused by every point-and-shoot photographer’s worst enemy – camera shake.
Due to the high sensitivity of the camera you can record sharp 30fps video in lower-than-normal lighting conditions and the ISO6400 setting for still image capture also ensures great results where light is at a premium such as a party, all of which can be monitored or reviewed on the 2.5” LCD display.
With Intelligent ISO Control the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100EB-K Digital Camera can detect movement and set the shutter speed accordingly. Add to that the Venus Engine III processor which allows the continuous shooting of photos until the memory card fills up and you’ll be sure to record all the fast moving action of a school’s sports day.
The Canon SDx00 line of cameras are great. We have the SD500; I think the more recent ones(just look for the IS at the end of the model number, ie. 870IS) have image stabilization built in. Some you'll be able to pick up used for around 200.
Canon SD 750 on amazon.com
Popular Photo just put a review out for a Kodak P&S that goes to ISO8000 for under $200. It doesn't have IS, but at ISO8000, you'd hardly need it! LOL
Here's some reviews:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Kodak/kodak_z885.asp
Z885 is the model.
We just got a Pentax Optio W30 (no IS again) but it's waterproof, nice and fast, and acceptable at 1600, eh at 3200. (4x6 prints look ok though). It's a bit over your budget at $230. Focus is about average for a P&S (it's contrast based) but there's no shutter lag once it's in focus. It has manual focus and infinity focus modes, too. (No manual modes).
Sorry, not much help on the IS versions, but these are at least worth looking at.
Shan
Here's some reviews:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Kodak/kodak_z885.asp
Z885 is the model.
We just got a Pentax Optio W30 (no IS again) but it's waterproof, nice and fast, and acceptable at 1600, eh at 3200. (4x6 prints look ok though). It's a bit over your budget at $230. Focus is about average for a P&S (it's contrast based) but there's no shutter lag once it's in focus. It has manual focus and infinity focus modes, too. (No manual modes).
Sorry, not much help on the IS versions, but these are at least worth looking at.
Shan
Do you know anything about shutter lag on the Kodak?
Thanks so much!
Thanks so much!
QUOTE(Shan @ November 24 2007, 05:02 PM)
Popular Photo just put a review out for a Kodak P&S that goes to ISO8000 for under $200. It doesn't have IS, but at ISO8000, you'd hardly need it! LOL
Here's some reviews:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Kodak/kodak_z885.asp
Z885 is the model.
We just got a Pentax Optio W30 (no IS again) but it's waterproof, nice and fast, and acceptable at 1600, eh at 3200. (4x6 prints look ok though). It's a bit over your budget at $230. Focus is about average for a P&S (it's contrast based) but there's no shutter lag once it's in focus. It has manual focus and infinity focus modes, too. (No manual modes).
Sorry, not much help on the IS versions, but these are at least worth looking at.
Shan
Here's some reviews:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Kodak/kodak_z885.asp
Z885 is the model.
We just got a Pentax Optio W30 (no IS again) but it's waterproof, nice and fast, and acceptable at 1600, eh at 3200. (4x6 prints look ok though). It's a bit over your budget at $230. Focus is about average for a P&S (it's contrast based) but there's no shutter lag once it's in focus. It has manual focus and infinity focus modes, too. (No manual modes).
Sorry, not much help on the IS versions, but these are at least worth looking at.
Shan
i have a purple powershot sd30 that is very lightly used with a 1.0gb card, extra battery, wrist carrying case, and docking station that i am looking to sell if your interested.
QUOTE(Matt @ November 24 2007, 06:08 PM)
i have a purple powershot sd30 that is very lightly used with a 1.0gb card, extra battery, wrist carrying case, and docking station that i am looking to sell if your interested.
What are the specs and price?
ISO shutter lag opinion
optical zoom
any other info.....
Here's a cute point and shoot.
As for shutter lag, I noticed that all the cameras at WalMart list that on the price/info tag.
As for shutter lag, I noticed that all the cameras at WalMart list that on the price/info tag.
I have a Casio Exilim Z1050. They come in fun colors, mine is blue 
and has an IS feature. It is super slim, very large bright screen, shoots stills and video... lets see, what else....
These are the things I like about it- The Menu systems are REALLY easy to navigate. Turning your flash on and off is a one click deal, same with changing your ISO, etc. It has the auto shooting modes (ie. portrait mode, scenery, underwater, fireworks) and they are easy to find, and include their description. It's not much bigger than a credit card, so it goes in my purse and stays with me all the time.
I can't remember the optical to digital zoom ratio, you'd have to check online. But I've been really happy with it, and my hubby finds it super easy. The 1050 is a 10 MP, but I would have been just as happy with the 7, which i believe is under $200. That would be the z70 and there is another ex-750? or something like that. The difference mainly seems to be in the controls. Mine has the zoom as a togle on the shutter, the other is a push button on the back. As for shutter lag, it is pretty minimal. Definitely less than a lot of others I've tried. And it can be completely eliminated with pre-focusing. (pushing half-way and letting it focus- it will fire immediately when I press the shutter all the way) I attached a couple pics I had from ebay when I got it to show to a friend. Good luck!
and has an IS feature. It is super slim, very large bright screen, shoots stills and video... lets see, what else.... These are the things I like about it- The Menu systems are REALLY easy to navigate. Turning your flash on and off is a one click deal, same with changing your ISO, etc. It has the auto shooting modes (ie. portrait mode, scenery, underwater, fireworks) and they are easy to find, and include their description. It's not much bigger than a credit card, so it goes in my purse and stays with me all the time.
I can't remember the optical to digital zoom ratio, you'd have to check online. But I've been really happy with it, and my hubby finds it super easy. The 1050 is a 10 MP, but I would have been just as happy with the 7, which i believe is under $200. That would be the z70 and there is another ex-750? or something like that. The difference mainly seems to be in the controls. Mine has the zoom as a togle on the shutter, the other is a push button on the back. As for shutter lag, it is pretty minimal. Definitely less than a lot of others I've tried. And it can be completely eliminated with pre-focusing. (pushing half-way and letting it focus- it will fire immediately when I press the shutter all the way) I attached a couple pics I had from ebay when I got it to show to a friend. Good luck!
QUOTE(Ron A. from SC @ November 24 2007, 05:13 PM)
What are the specs and price?
ISO shutter lag opinion
optical zoom
any other info.....
ISO shutter lag opinion
optical zoom
any other info.....
Here are some specs from steves digicams...
5 Megapixel CCD imager and 2.4x optical zoom lens
Pocket-sized, durable metal body, available in 4 colors
1.8" color LCD display/viewfinder
Advanced TTL AiAF 9-point autofocus system with focus-assist lamp
Program AE automatic, 8 Scene and a Manual exposure mode
Movie mode w/sound 640x480/320x240 up to 1GB
Continuous shooting at 1.8 fps
Evaluative, Center-weighted average or Spot metering
Exposure compensation: +/-2EV in 1/3-step increments
White Balance: Auto, 5 presets or Custom
Photo Effects: Low Sharpening, Vivid Color, Neutral, Sepia and B&W
Shutter speeds of 1/2000 to 15 seconds with noise reduction
Selectable ISO settings from 50 to 400
Rechargeable battery, Camera Station and wireless controller included
High-speed USB 2.0, Direct print and PictBridge Compliant
Secure Digital/MMC card storage, 16MB MMC supplied
Optional underwater/all-weather case
all the review is here: http://www.steves-digicams.com/2005_reviews/sd30.html
its a great cam... just like any p&s, there is a little shutter lag... but its a great point and shoot camera.. but my wife has started carrying the rebel xt instead.
I think the whole kit is definitely worth $175.... some kits are selling on ebay for this... so price is pretty firm.
With all of the Kodaks I've used, generally once they're focused, the shutter lag is minimal. (I've used the early Canon ELPH series, and those were dogs!). The biggest problem is usually the focusing (which most people assume is shutter lag). It's no DSLR, but it's not bad.
I'd try to find a store that has it and see what you think - it's such a subjective decision!
Shan
I'd try to find a store that has it and see what you think - it's such a subjective decision!
Shan
great point about the pre-focusing!
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