Suggestions for a new digital camera in the $200-$250 range?

[Movieman]

My beloved old canon A70 died 2 weeks ago.
Turn it on and the LCD display in back looks like someone threw an artists paint palet at it..long streaks of muddy color.
Must be time for a new one.
Any suggestions guys?
Thanks.

[Cooper]

Canon PowerShot SX100 IS

Very feature rich and solid camera for it's money.

[Movieman]

Canon PowerShot SX100 IS

Very feature rich and solid camera for it's money.

That's funny, I looked at a list and that exact model stood out.
Good to hear that I wasn't alone on this.
Anyone else have any thoughts on this model?

[Ashraf]

The PowerShot SX100 IS is good. :up:

[jimmyz]

I found a video review for you. http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-cameras/canon-powershot-sx100-is/4505-6501_7-32471277.html

[Movieman]

Thanks guys..
Found it for $189.95 shipped.
Now to this SD whatever storage cards.. Clueless. I'm still back with CF cards.:rofl:
Any better than others?
I see this:
• SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus , HC MMCplus compatible
like I know the difference..:p:

[Ashraf]

Thanks guys..
Found it for $189.95 shipped.
Now to this SD whatever storage cards.. Clueless. I'm still back with CF cards.:rofl:
Any better than others?

I have a 2GB SD card. PM me your address, I'll send it to you.

[Movieman]

I have a 2GB SD card. PM me your address, I'll send it to you.

need a 2 gig CF card? Just bought it 2 months ago.

[Ashraf]

need a 2 gig CF card? Just bought it 2 months ago.

Nah, I don't need it.

[Movieman]

Nah, I don't need it.

ok but tell me, what are the differences in these cards?
SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus , HC MMCplus compatible

[Ashraf]

ok but tell me, what are the differences in these cards?
SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus , HC MMCplus compatible

Secure Digital (SD) is the standard card and will work many devices that support SD. Any SD card that is over 4GB will be called Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC). However, not many devices will support SDHC, like my 24" Dell Monitor doesn't work with my 8GB and 16GB SDHC cards. :(

MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus...I am not sure what it is. I have a card saying MMCplus that came with my Canon PowerShot G9.

[Movieman]

Secure Digital (SD) is the standard card and will work many devices that support SD. Any SD card that is over 4GB will be called Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC). However, not many devices will support SDHC, like my 24" Dell Monitor doesn't work with my 8GB and 16GB SDHC cards. :(

MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus...I am not sure what it is. I have a card saying MMCplus that came with my Canon PowerShot G9.

Many thanks for the info..I'm learning..Just saw a 32 gig SDHC card for $450.00.. Holy Crap Batman!:shocked:

[jimmyz]

just like other format wars there are several interfaces , sony uses MMX for several things but most new stuff uses SD like Ashraf said.

[Movieman]

just like other format wars there are several interfaces , sony uses MMX for several things but most new stuff uses SD like Ashraf said.

thanks, I think I will like this..
Specs beat the crap out of my old Canon A70..
All I do is take some outdoor pics and what I really want is good closeups on PC parts.. That I had issues getting with the A70
Oh, Ash, you should be getting an email about now..;)

[ZOMGVTEK]

It sounds like your A70 has a well known issue. Its fully covered under warranty regardless. Call up cannon and say you have a A70 with a bad CCD and needs a warranty repair. They shipped me a ups sticker, i threw it in the box and got it back working 5 days later. :)

[ZOMGVTEK]

"effective immediately, and regardless of warranty status, Canon will repair, free of charge, the products listed above exhibiting the above-mentioned malfunction if Canon determines that the malfunction is caused by the CCD image sensor. Canon will also cover the cost of shipping and handling in connection with this repair."

http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=PgComSmModDisplayAct&keycode=2112&fcategoryid=221&modelid=8776

[Movieman]

"effective immediately, and regardless of warranty status, Canon will repair, free of charge, the products listed above exhibiting the above-mentioned malfunction if Canon determines that the malfunction is caused by the CCD image sensor. Canon will also cover the cost of shipping and handling in connection with this repair."

http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=PgComSmModDisplayAct&keycode=2112&fcategoryid=221&modelid=8776

Many Thanks for this info.. I owe you one.:up:
There's only one problem..
If they fix it for free I won't want to spend the $200.00 on a new camera!:rofl:

[eToh]

Has anyone had a chance to try out the Canon PowerShot SD790 IS?

[ZOMGVTEK]

Many Thanks for this info.. I owe you one.:up:
There's only one problem..
If they fix it for free I won't want to spend the $200.00 on a new camera!:rofl:

I know... I was kinda glad my camera broke, but then i saw this... Sent it back, it works fine now, but... eh its nothing amazing.

It took me about a month longer than it would have if i didnt have a working camera, but i still hardcore want a new camera.

[Movieman]

I know... I was kinda glad my camera broke, but then i saw this... Sent it back, it works fine now, but... eh its nothing amazing.

It took me about a month longer than it would have if i didnt have a working camera, but i still hardcore want a new camera.

My thanks again, I appreciate the info.
Small thing to you maybe but to me, the info is what Xs is all about: the sharing of knowledge.:up:

[ZOMGVTEK]

My thanks again, I appreciate the info.
Small thing to you maybe but to me, the info is what Xs is all about: the sharing of knowledge.:up:

No biggie man, youre welcome. And sharing info is what forums are for. They sure helped me out in the past.

Canon A70 users UNITE! :p:

[Movieman]

No biggie man, youre welcome. And sharing info is what forums are for. They sure helped me out in the past.

Canon A70 users UNITE! :p:

BUT I still want that 1100IS:rofl:

[Movieman]

Wanted to thank you guys again for all your help and in addition to the A70 being sent off for repair this little beastie should be here by friday:
http://www.86photovideo.com/products.asp?dept_id=&product_id=18296

[eToh]

Wanted to thank you guys again for all your help and in addition to the A70 being sent off for repair this little beastie should be here by friday:
http://www.86photovideo.com/products.asp?dept_id=&product_id=18296

Did you buy from that company?

[Movieman]

Did you buy from that company?

yes. something I should know?:confused:

[Hazaro]

86th doesn't have a nice RR rating....
http://www.resellerratings.com/store/86th_Street_Photo_Video

Lifetime Rating: 0.14 / 10
Six-Month Rating: 0.03 / 10

Call them and cancel immediately.

Camera stuff = B&H Photo Video. They are the newegg of camera supplies.

*You can buy it on Newegg too of course :)

-B&H: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/518571-REG/Canon_2420B001_PowerShot_SX100_IS_Digital.html
-Newegg (Has a combo deal): http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16830120220

[YugenM]

86th doesn't have a nice RR rating....
http://www.resellerratings.com/store/86th_Street_Photo_Video

Lifetime Rating: 0.14 / 10
Six-Month Rating: 0.03 / 10

Call them and cancel immediately.

Camera stuff = B&H Photo Video. They are the newegg of camera supplies.

*You can buy it on Newegg too of course :)

-B&H: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/518571-REG/Canon_2420B001_PowerShot_SX100_IS_Digital.html
-Newegg (Has a combo deal): http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16830120220

Don't forget Vistek and www.bccamera.com :)

[Hazaro]

Don't forget Vistek and www.bccamera.com :)

$50 more expensive ;)


Hopefully he can cancel this in time.
Don't be surprised if they call and try to sell you an SD card for $100, then backorder your camera...

[YugenM]

$50 more expensive ;)


Hopefully he can cancel this in time.
Don't be surprised if they call and try to sell you an SD card for $100, then backorder your camera...

It'd be distressing to see an outstanding individual like Movieman get ripped :(

[Movieman]

Gentlemen;
Thank you much for all the info.
Unfortunately I did place the order 2 days ago but I did have that little guy standing on my shoulder saying to me" Why are they cheaper than everyone else and by a lot" so instead of using my debit card as I usually do out came the AMEX card. I give them till thursday to show it shipped or I cancel and call AMEX. Fini,done, no problems.
I may be Irish but sometimes intuition helps.
Again, my thanks to all of you for your advice and your warnings.:bows:

[Hazaro]

4/276 are Satisfied. 3 of them are probably fake. Maybe one isn't the sharpest tool in the shed.

If it goes through I will breakdance on my head and set all my clocks to stock.
Hope it goes ok.

[Movieman]

4/276 are Satisfied. 3 of them are probably fake. Maybe one isn't the sharpest tool in the shed.

If it goes through I will breakdance on my head and set all my clocks to stock.
Hope it goes ok.

After reading what I read tonight if it goes thru I may go buy a bottle of viagra, "rent" myself some slinky young 20 something and celebrate till she can't walk.. or my heart stops..:rofl:

[Jor3lBR]

yes. something I should know?:confused:

Yes, they are scam artists!!!!

Try to get your money back as fast as you can!!!!

http://forums.cnet.com/5208-7593_102-0.html?forumID=58&threadID=271817&messageID=2692428

[Movieman]

Yes, they are scam artists!!!!

Try to get your money back as fast as you can!!!!

http://forums.cnet.com/5208-7593_102-0.html?forumID=58&threadID=271817&messageID=2692428

Thanks, but used AMEX, I'm covered..:rofl:
If they want to play, I'll play, and play, and play..
Already decided, if they call and want to hustle me on extras I'll say "Sounds great, but I need a couple weeks to save up that much" and play it back against them. Will see where their greed takes them..:up:

[eToh]

Was just wondering if indeed you did receive the camera and if it was the correct item, or did you just cancel the order?

[Movieman]

Was just wondering if indeed you did receive the camera and if it was the correct item, or did you just cancel the order?

When they started playing games I called them and before they could get into their spiel I asked: Just one question and one answer?
When are you shipping the camera?"
Song and dance from them, essentially non answers, so I called AMEX, told them the whole story, and asked that they pull there card from this moron.
Ordered the camera from the egg for $219.00 and it arrived yesterday.
First pics(downsized)
http://img145.imageshack.us/img145/1291/img0004lv9.jpg (http://imageshack.us)