Recommend Camera

[Obsessive1]

I am thinking about getting a better digital camera. I have been hearing alot about Nikon`s. Can someone recommend a good Nikon. Say $350 or under price range? Thx.

[jswift2000]

So many choices - Nikon coolpix, Canon PowerShot, etc. Check out Digital Camera Reviews and News: Digital Photography Review: Forums, Glossary, FAQ (http://www.dpreview.com) and look at all the cameras from all the makers.



I have Nikon DSLR that I love and a Canon PoweShot P&S that I also love. The canon takes great pics, has a good amount of options and fits in a shirt pocket. I think the Canon was around $180 and I bought it at B&H Photo - what an amazing store.

[04MysticCobra]

I am thinking about getting a better digital camera. I have been hearing alot about Nikon`s. Can someone recommend a good Nikon. Say $350 or under price range? Thx.





My wife has the Coolpix 5100 and its a great camera. You can get it these days for $300 or less. I prefer to use DSLR Nikons and have a D70 and D300. You really can`t go wrong with Nikon or Canon. I like Nikon. Good luck with whatever you choose.

[Obsessive1]

Coolpix are good camera`s then a? I have a Kodak right now but pics are fuzzy. I want to get something better. I`ll check into it. Thx.

[Rob Tomlin]

If you are going to do it right, get a DSLR.



The Nikon D40 is a heck of a lot of camera for the price!



Amazon.com: Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens: Camera & Photo (http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-Digital-18-55mm-3-5-5-6G-Zoom-Nikkor/dp/B000KJQ1DG)

[imported_shine]

Canon PowerShot S3 IS. This is what I have and it works great. The S5 is the newer version. If you don`t want to shell out the $$ for a DSLR then the S3/S5 are good choices. They are not pocket cameras, though. This site has a lot of nice reviews:



Steves Digicams - Canon Powershot S3 IS - User Review (http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/s3is.html)

[imported_DetailDan]

Dont have any experience with Nikon. But I like my Canon Rebel XT.

[jesselyons2002]

I Love my D40X



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[imported_Chris223]

I like my Canon PowerShot A720, 6x optical, 8mp, under $200.

[iDetail]

Canon XT or XTi. Great DSLR for the price. I have one, Im selling it, but its still a great camera. Im just moving up in the photography world and I need something more capable. But for the $ the XT is awesome. You can pick one up for around 350.

[CleanGSR]

2 things.....



1. If you don`t plan to get into photography and just want a good camera to take nice pictures, don`t waste your time with a DSLR (in my opinion). Basically if you usually shoot in auto mode, then there is no point in getting a DSLR since you won`t be using any of it`s benefits.



2. If you do plan to get into photography as well and look at a DSLR then you need to do some research as both the D40 and D60 have advantages, and the XT/XTI has their own advantages. Both have some things the other`s don`t it`s just which matters most to you.



It really sounds like a DSLR is more than you need. The Canon Powershot series is excellent for Point and Shoot cameras. I had an A620 and it took some great quality, really crisp and vibrant photos. My wife now uses this camera and really likes it. And don`t think that I`m recommending the Powershot cause I`m a Canon guy......I`m not. I use all Nikon (D70s and a bunch of lenses).

[White_07_G6_GT]

I would recommend any Canon Powershot or Panasonic FZ with Lumix glass. Stay away from a DSLR unless until you want or are ready to spend $1000+ and actually want learn to use it outside the auto modes.



I have a Canon 40D, a Panasonic FZ-30 as a backup and a Powershot for those times when I need a camera that fits in my pocket.

[99blackSE]

Can`t go wrong with either Nikon or Canon. I have a Rebel XT and have enjoyed it much.

[Eisen Hulk]

If you`re going for a point & shoot, Canon is the best way to go.



Check out Tech product reviews for cell phones, computers, MP3 players - CNET (http://www.cnet.com) for their reviews. Get a Canon Powershot...You will NOT be disappointed.

[FSUfan]

Nikon and Canon are like Ford and Chevy... mostly the same features and quality and it is a brand choice. What I can share is a website that I have used several times before purchasing my 4 cameras... Digital Camera Reviews and News: Digital Photography Review: Forums, Glossary, FAQ (http://www.dpreview.com) It may not be a "choose this one" type site, but you will get all of the details you need and can compare models and brands side by side which is always nice. Good luck!



EDIT: Ok so I didn`t realize until I posted this that the link I provided was said before (sorry jswift2000 GO HUSKIES I born in New Haven), but still that site is worth mentioning twice.