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More digital sillynonsense from Jeff Putz

Member's time: 10/25/2006 2:37:59 PM

This is a repost from a comment I made on Tyler's blog, but anyway...

I've been looking at cameras. I need to replace my long zoom for my SLR (Canon 10D) because of a soda accident at Medieval Times years ago.

I realize that my biggest objection to non-SLR's is the lack of control. But the Canon A-series of cameras can do things like aperture and shutter priority, which is what I really want. They're a little bigger than the Elph series (I have an aging S400), because they use AA batteries, but I still like the idea of the control. Right now to force a shot at a reasonable shutter speed in dark situations, I have to cover up the flash to make it shoot.

The low end, 6mp model is under $200.

Comments

Edit # Guest

10/25/2006 2:40:57 PM

20D is a good contender if you're a Canon guy. If you really want megapixels go with the 400D. Both are pretty well priced at the moment.

Edit # Jeff

10/25/2006 3:28:16 PM

I have a 10D. I don't need another SLR. The 400D is too feature crippled.

Edit # CPLady

10/25/2006 6:56:41 PM

I took a look at the Canon A series and Best Buy has the Powershot A540, 6mp model is $199. Looks like a great option for me, although the A630 8mp looks sweet too.

Edit # Jeff

10/25/2006 7:43:04 PM

If you do buy, go to NewEgg.com instead. Fabulous company, cheaper and no sales tax.

Edit # Junior

10/27/2006 11:10:21 AM

I commented in one of Neuski's posts about my camera, the A700.

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