Best Camera for cheaper?

[tink2]

Ok- I know most of you have SLR cameras, but I figured you'd be able to help! I'm looking at purchasing a new camera but only want to spend around $250. I'm looking at the Canon SX110 SI. From research- it looks like a pretty good camera. Anyone have any experience with this one or a similar camera that might be better?
TIA! I'm going shopping today!

 

[cpdwiz]

Ok- I know most of you have SLR cameras, but I figured you'd be able to help! I'm looking at purchasing a new camera but only want to spend around $250. I'm looking at the Canon SX110 SI. From research- it looks like a pretty good camera. Anyone have any experience with this one or a similar camera that might be better?
TIA! I'm going shopping today!

the cannon sd880.....From the reviews I read, nothing bad, all great stuff in this little point and shoot.......And it cost $240 at dell.com

 

[tink2]

Thanks! I looked at that one too- but the optical zoom is only 4 and the one on the SX110 SI is 10X optical zoom.
Does anyone know anything about these too?

 

[blackjackdelta]

Daughter has an SX110 IS and loves it. Go to www.dpreview.com and check out the info.

Jack

 

[tink2]

Ok- bought the sx110 IS today. 14 day return policy- so I'm really checking the camera out to see what it can do. I played with it for nearly 2 hours and had to replace the batteries- I had read that it ate up batteries- but my goodness!!! Other than that- I'm trying to learn about the settings and see what kind of pictures it will take. Doing so-so as of now- I know that I've got to learn the camera.
I looked at the sony one that is along the same lines as this one- it was about $30 more due to a different battery... wondering if I shouldn't have gone with that one considering my battery experience today! Any experiences with this or other cameras that compare to this one? I do like the camera so far though!

 

[blackjackdelta]

Ok- bought the sx110 IS today. 14 day return policy- so I'm really checking the camera out to see what it can do. I played with it for nearly 2 hours and had to replace the batteries- I had read that it ate up batteries- but my goodness!!! Other than that- I'm trying to learn about the settings and see what kind of pictures it will take. Doing so-so as of now- I know that I've got to learn the camera.
I looked at the sony one that is along the same lines as this one- it was about $30 more due to a different battery... wondering if I shouldn't have gone with that one considering my battery experience today! Any experiences with this or other cameras that compare to this one? I do like the camera so far though!

Get a couple sets of lithium ion rechargeable batteries and charger, this will save a ton of $$$, but make sure they are "good"

Jack

 

[Moeluv4u7]

The Canon SX110is can not use lithium ion- only the NiMH rechargeable or actual AA batteries
OP- did you get it at Sam's Club- It is $224.95 there- I am looking for the Canon SX10is at a great price!
I wish I could get less than $300 locally but it looks as though I will have to break down and buy it over the internet-
I am still hopeful! I am even looking at coupons I could use at retailers- Well, back to my search- After Sunday I am buying- I have been searching for 3 weeks!
Have fun with yours!

 

[DisneySuiteFreak]

Ok- bought the sx110 IS today. 14 day return policy- so I'm really checking the camera out to see what it can do. I played with it for nearly 2 hours and had to replace the batteries- I had read that it ate up batteries- but my goodness!!! Other than that- I'm trying to learn about the settings and see what kind of pictures it will take. Doing so-so as of now- I know that I've got to learn the camera.
I looked at the sony one that is along the same lines as this one- it was about $30 more due to a different battery... wondering if I shouldn't have gone with that one considering my battery experience today! Any experiences with this or other cameras that compare to this one? I do like the camera so far though!

Sony batteries are proprietary so they aren't cheap, and no matter what camera you get you will need and should have at least 1 spare back up or one spare set of back ups. I usually carry 2 or 3 spares because if you are taking a lot of photos (like on a trip) you won't always be able to take the time to recharge your one battery. I don't want to risk not being able to get a shot due to dead batteries. That would suck. I would get the rechargeable batteries (Whatever type your camera takes) and get a couple of sets. Don't get the quick charging type -- they die and don't hold the charge long enough.

 

[My2Girls66]

Regular AA's don't last at all in a camera. Definitely invest in some good rechageables. When we travel we use lithium. They last a long time. A friend of mine took her Canon SX110is to Africa on a safari. Worked out very well.

 

[tink2]

Do the rechargable batteries really last longer? Will they last as long as Sony's lithium batteries? I played with the camera a little last night and took a few picuters this morning and the darned batteries died again. I am going to do something- either try rechargable batteries or try the sony DSC-H10/B- I've read several reviews on the canon sx110si that batteries are a problem- but don't know if those people bought rechargable batteries or not.
Ideas and thoughts will be greatly appreciated......

 

[blackjackdelta]

Get a couple sets of lithium ion rechargeable batteries and charger, this will save a ton of $$$, but make sure they are "good"

Jack

My mistake. Was just thinking thru the AA situation without looking at the type. They add weight to the camera(never having owned a AA camera).
I am waiting for the SonyHX1 or the Canon SX1IS, but not in a rush. Do not expect to travel until August.

Jack

 

[tink2]

What would be considered 'good' rechargables? What should I look for- I want to be sure they last a while- we are going to the beach this summer and Disney in Nov- so I really want them to last!

 

[blackjackdelta]

What would be considered 'good' rechargables? What should I look for- I want to be sure they last a while- we are going to the beach this summer and Disney in Nov- so I really want them to last!

The ones many people like eneloops(sp). A individual circuit charger(charges each battery individually) seems to be very important.

Jack