Getting a new digital camera

[mobiledeath]

01. Budget?
around 600. give or take 150 if the camera is worth the extra cash
02. Megapixel count?
3 to 4
03. Optical zoom factor?
8x
04. Size?
not an issue
05. Type of batteries used?
pref can be recharge while still in camera
06. Weight?
not an issue
07. Able to mount lenses/filters?
filter's yes.
08. Manual controls required?
huh
09. Auto-Focus Speed?
as long as the focus is sharp
10. What kind of pictures are you hoping to take?
scenery, macro, candid type

appreciate any help. thanks, guys

 

[Adam Goi]

A brand new A70? The extra cash will be handy as you add the costs of CF, add-on filters and other accessories. If you, you may want to consider used G2/G3s...

 

[newuser]

8X zoom? Optical? or combined with digital?

If optical zoom, there ain't many cameras that can do 8x optical zoom or greater.


Olympus C730UZ = 3MP, 10X (optical) (newer C740Uz, and C750Uz coming), Flash mount = No

*Olympus C-2100UZ = 2MP, 10X (optical), flash mount = no

Panasonic DMC-FZ1 = 2MP, 12X (optical), flash mount = no

*Casio QV-2900UX = 2MP, 8X (optical), Flash mount = no

*Canon Pro 90 IS = 2MP, 10X (optical), flash mount = no

*Minolta DiMAGE 5 = 3MP, 7x (optical), Flash mount = yes (hot shoe)

'*' denotes Discontinued models

Going by the 3-4MP and assuming 8X optical zoom requirements, the cam that can fit the specs closest is perhaps the C-730UZ.

Though the $600-$750 budget will be difficult to get it brand-new. unless the C-740UZ and C-750Uz induce a price drop.



P.S. I guess these cameras are way off your budget
Minolta DiMAGE 7i,7Hi = 5MP, 7x (optical), flash mount = yes (hot shoe)

Nikon Coolpix 5700 = 5MP, 8X (optical), Flash mount = yes (hot shoe)

 

[mobiledeath]

730uz how much and where to get a good price

 

[newuser]

can start by going to websites like www.mscolor.com.sg and www.cathayphoto.com.sg and send an e-quote.

Or drop by Alan Photo @ Sim Lim?

 

[Jer76]

erm there's a flash mount for the Pro90is for canon speedlites

 

[newuser]

Originally posted by Jer76
erm there's a flash mount for the Pro90is for canon speedlites

Oops, I'm sorry.