shoe295 Posted March 16, 2006 Report Share Posted March 16, 2006 Hey guys, I thought I'd ask opinions on Digital Cameras as there are only hundreds of models available. I'm looking at upgrading my 4 year old camera as it is almost as outmoded as I am. Not looking to spend big bucks (under $500 as I am a techno-tard and only take pics of my clubs and my kids) but would be interested in your experiences. Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8thehardway Posted March 17, 2006 Report Share Posted March 17, 2006 Hey guys,I thought I'd ask opinions on Digital Cameras as there are only hundreds of models available. I'm looking at upgrading my 4 year old camera as it is almost as outmoded as I am. Not looking to spend big bucks (under $500 as I am a techno-tard and only take pics of my clubs and my kids) but would be interested in your experiences. Thanks in advance No experience, but Consumer Reports lists the following as easiest to use AND top print quality: Kodak EasyShare V550 $320 P859 $390 Z740 $275 Z700 $245 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ20S $440 DMC-FZ5 $340 Hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karjar Posted March 17, 2006 Report Share Posted March 17, 2006 I'd go for the Panasonic DMC FZ7. It is the newer model replacing the FZ5. Lieca lens, 12x Optical zoom, Image stabilizer, small size. The new model is cheaper than the older FZ5. Only downside to the camera (as with all cameras in this range), is noise in higher ISO (low light) situations, but if most shots are daylight, it is great. Especially catching the kids playing sports with the 12X zoom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoe295 Posted March 19, 2006 Author Report Share Posted March 19, 2006 thanks for the assistance...the leica lens seals the deal ...actually my cell phone takes almost as good a picture as my old camera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karjar Posted March 19, 2006 Report Share Posted March 19, 2006 thanks for the assistance...the leica lens seals the deal ...actually my cell phone takes almost as good a picture as my old camera I think you will be happy with it. I am looking to get one so I don't have to take my DSLR and lenses on vacation, but we just bought a Sony DVD camcorder, and of course they will take stills (3.1mp), so I will see how they look, and if not to my liking, the FZ7 will be on the way :) I think you will be happy with it. I am looking to get one so I don't have to take my DSLR and lenses on vacation, but we just bought a Sony DVD camcorder, and of course they will take stills (3.1mp), so I will see how they look, and if not to my liking, the FZ7 will be on the way :) Oh and the noise won't even be an issue at 4x6, only if tried to blow up pictures to 8x10, and it was using iso400 in low light. Happy shooting, in golf too :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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