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IceIceBaBy · #1 (**permalink**) 05-24-2008, 01:53 AM

lookin to spend between $100-$150 on a new digi...any suggestions?

IceIceBaBy · #2 (**permalink**) 05-24-2008, 03:12 PM

i have been checking out a bunch of different brands and prices for the amount of mega pixels. not quite sure which brand i should go with or if it even matters too much..i was thinking between Canon and Olympus but i can not narrow it down much beyond that. there are just so many features and options to consider! i want the best picture for the best value basically. here are a couple options i have been considering for my price range......

Olympus 8.0 MP digital camera (black) Olympus - 8.0MP Digital Camera - Black - FE-310

Canon Powershot 8.0 MP Digital Camera (black...also a little out of my price range but a possibility)
Canon - PowerShot 8.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black - A590IS

let me know what you guys think as far as price and value for just all round good photo's and camera ability.

IceIceBaBy · #3 (**permalink**) 05-24-2008, 03:24 PM

wow i just found this package deal pretty cheap from walmart...bestbuy tends to charge full retail price so if i can avoid purchasing their i will. check out this bundle...not quite sure on the quality but very interested.

Kodak 8.2 MP EasyShare C813 Digital Camera. Comes with Lexmark P250 Compact 4"x6" Photo Printer with ink cartridge and paper kit.
Walmart.com - Always Low Prices! - Kodak 8.2 MP EasyShare C813 Silver Digital Camera w/ 3 x Optical Zoom & Image Stabilization & Lexmark P250 Compact 4" x 6" Photo Printer w/ Ink & Paper Kit (20 Sheets) Bundle

ISO2BWELL · #4 (**permalink**) 05-24-2008, 03:29 PM

You want to have more optical zoom if possible than the walmart camera has. Be sure to get one with a MACRO setting too, so you can get those nice close-up bud shots!

ISO

IceIceBaBy · #5 (**permalink**) 05-24-2008, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by ISO2BWELL

You want to have more optical zoom if possible than the walmart camera has. Be sure to get one with a MACRO setting too, so you can get those nice close-up bud shots!

ISO

thanks for the input ISO...what would you suggest for my price range? your right, i will def be needing a MACRO setting im not sure if any of these i have been looking at have that. im looking to purchase friday on payday and get some pic's up here for you guys

ISO2BWELL · #6 (**permalink**) 05-24-2008, 10:38 PM

I have a Fuji A700, and it seems to do well. Look it up on Amazon or eBay. If I recall it was in that range....could be wrong.

ISO

pine boy · #7 (**permalink**) 05-25-2008, 08:09 AM

Check out www.ecost.com
Go for a digital S.L.R.if you can.

IceIceBaBy · #8 (**permalink**) 05-25-2008, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by pine boy

Check out www.ecost.com
Go for a digital S.L.R.if you can.

thanks pine boy...i checked out those SLR and they are some sick ass camera's man! the general price range there is like $450-$7500!!! a little out of my range lol but hey maybe someday. i will probably just have to settle with something somewhat cheap with no micro setting

but decent mega pixel

IceIceBaBy · #9 (**permalink**) 05-25-2008, 02:40 PM

I was checking this one out...looks pretty nice but dont think it has a micro setting either.

Fujifilm FinePix S700 Digital Camera

jangel · #10 (**permalink**) 05-25-2008, 02:56 PM

I would stay away from Kodak ones. I have recieved many pics for biz purposes from people with Kodak easyshare cameras, and if you wish to crop and share them you cannot store the pics on anything but easyshare software. Or full size. My computor does not recognize the software unless you download that program. PITA.

I have an older Fuji and really like it. If I got a new one I would go with Fuji again, just to get a macro setting. It has been dependable and easy to handle and never had a problem with it. And beleive me it has been well used! I am talking 100's of pics per week or month. Good software also.

IceIceBaBy · #11 (**permalink**) 05-25-2008, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by jangel

I would stay away from Kodak ones. I have recieved many pics for biz purposes from people with Kodak easyshare cameras, and if you wish to crop and share them you cannot store the pics on anything but easyshare software. Or full size. My computor does not recognize the software unless you download that program. PITA.

I have an older Fuji and really like it. If I got a new one I would go with Fuji again, just to get a macro setting. It has been dependable and easy to handle and never had a problem with it. And beleive me it has been well used! I am talking 100's of pics per week or month. Good software also.

thank you Jangel....i think my decision is going to come down between these two......

Fujifilm FinePix S700 Digital Camera : priced at 180$

Olympus FE-310 8.0 MP Digital Camera : priced at 150$

ISO2BWELL · #12 (**permalink**) 05-25-2008, 03:52 PM

Ice,

If you like the pics my camera takes (see my grow journal or gallery) then you can afford it:

Fuji FinePix A700 Digital Camera

Lots of places have them at reasonable prices. It has a Macro setting, too. Only way to get those close-up trich shots, and catch 'em while they are still glowing from the flash!

ISO

jangel · #13 (**permalink**) 05-25-2008, 05:42 PM

Sounds a good one ISO. I might even check it out. Mine is fine but I like those macro shots. And I like Fuji, they work great, are reliable and good quality. The numbers are from when they are made from my experiance, and the one Ice is quoting is most likely a newer model of the same camera that you have.

IceIceBaBy · #14 (**permalink**) 05-25-2008, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by jangel

Sounds a good one ISO. I might even check it out. Mine is fine but I like those macro shots. And I like Fuji, they work great, are reliable and good quality. The numbers are from when they are made from my experiance, and the one Ice is quoting is most likely a newer model of the same camera that you have.

i think you are correct jangel...the one i was checking out seems to just be a newer model than the one ISO has but i bet the quality is the same. i cant wait to start posting pic's again!!!!!!!!!

the wait is killin me

IceIceBaBy · #15 (**permalink**) 05-25-2008, 06:43 PM

k guys it is settled...friday i will be purchasing my new camera. im going with the Fujifilm FinePix S700. it looks sweeeeeet and i cant wait to get snappin and post some awesome pic's for you guys

jangel · #16 (**permalink**) 05-26-2008, 12:12 PM

Can't wait to see how it works for you Ice. Up here I think they are a lot more money, unfortunatly. Just like most things. I bet we pay more and again they will be made here! Bugs the heck out of me!

IceIceBaBy · #17 (**permalink**) 05-26-2008, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by jangel

Can't wait to see how it works for you Ice. Up here I think they are a lot more money, unfortunatly. Just like most things. I bet we pay more and again they will be made here! Bugs the heck out of me!

ouch! that sucks jangel...how much of a price difference is there where you are? im trying to find one down here for 150$ but i might end up paying 180$...still not a bad price for that kinda deal. I checked out ISO's gallery and those are some sweet shots...i cant wait to start playin with my new toy.

the.fatman.cometh · #18 (**permalink**) 05-26-2008, 05:14 PM

Hey IceIceBaby, I hope this helps. I do alot of shopping here J&R: Electronics, Digital Cameras, Computers, Appliances, Software, Video Games, DVDs, CDs .
they have really good deals, very inexpensive, and they always have a good selection of cameras on sale. Shop around.

Peace

jangel · #19 (**permalink**) 05-26-2008, 11:37 PM

One thing Ice: If they offer you a warrenty plan for a year or two, I would take it. My camera is great but hey, it is electronics and sometimes you can get a lemon. I did take mine back once, after almost a year, and they totally replaced it where I bought it so I got a newer model and a brand new camera. I think my son actually dropped it, but he never fessed up (my bad!!) but hey it is an insurance plan you are buying and is usually pretty cheap, a percentage of the price. Worth it on electronics.

And as far as price here I have not had any time to check. Just tooooooo busy. But will let you know when I find out.

jangel · #20 (**permalink**) 05-27-2008, 02:27 PM

Okay, here the Fuji Finepix S700 is regular $299.99 on sale for $214.99. Ouch.
That is the cheapest I can find it.

One other thing I would recommend is buy either a rechargable battery FOR YOUR CAMERA (specific to each type of camera) or 2, and/or an AC adapter. I have an AC adapter for mine and it has saved me I am sure HUNDREDS of batteries. These babies eat power up, and cheap batteries go REALLY fast. Even with a dock, you still have to recharge it and it always goes when you least want it to. I do a lot of still life. I am usually inside. I use mine with the adapter ALL THE TIME. It costs initially and if you have to, wait, then do that, but I am telling you, you will not regret it.