Entry 35463 (Berkeley CSUA MOTD)

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2004/12/28-29 [Consumer/Camera] UID:35463 Activity:kinda low

12/28   Here is a camera question on other end of the spectrum.  I want a
        digicam to take nice pictures of things that I want to get rid of on
        ebay.  As cheap as possible w/o being crap.  I already know how to
        take pictures (I own 2 film SLRs but have lost interest in photography)
        Need: optical zoom, web sharp resolution, sturdy enough to be abused by
        11-year old kid.  ok tnx for your recommendation.
        \_ Just buy a low end digital camera. Just go to Fry's. I mean, c'mon
           do you really need a recommendation for a low-end camera when you
           can just hop over to Best Buy's, Fry's, etc. and plunk down $200
           for one?
           \_ Yes he/she does.  Minolta has ones with lenses built into the
              body (doesn't extend out) and are light and thin.  You can
              find one for < $200.  Search http://newegg.com and sort by price.
              Canon is the choice for high-precision shots for the normal
              buyer, as person below notes.  Minolta's okay, but mobility is
              great.
        \_ You want the Canon EOS 1Ds-Mark II.
        \_ you have to be careful.  You need to think rather you need macro
           or not.  and... why you need optical zoom again?  Canon A400
           is a no-thrill camera, 2x optical zoom, takes ok picture, use
           standard AA bettery.  the downside is 1. thick (bulky), 2. no
           apature/shutter speed priority mode, and 3. lousy macro.

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