Camera recommendations...?

[Zenbaas]

So I see Dionwired are evertising the Canon powershot SX210 for around R2800. It's looks like a really nice little compact. Any view/suggestions of alternatives..?

Sensor 14.1MP
Lens 14x zoom (28-392mm)
LCD 3in LCD 230k dot (16:9)
File Formats JPEG, MOV
Shutter Speeds 15-1/3200sec
Exposure Modes M,A,S,P, Auto, Simple, Movie, Scene modes
Metering System Evaluative, Centre-weighted, Spot
ISO Range 80-1600
White Balance Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom
Flash Modes Auto, Manual on/off, Slow sync
Memory Card SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC
Connectivity USB, HDMI
Power Rechargeable Li-ion
Dimensions 105.8 x 59.3 x 31.9mm
Weight 215g

 

[charlieb]

Camera recommendations

Canon makes good cameras so you cant go wrong in purchasing one. The specs of the PowerShot SX210 look very good. I would, however, prefer to get a camera which uses normal AA batteries rather than the Li-ion which is expensive to replace or get a spare one. Also in a few years time it might be difficult to get the battery as newer models come on the market.

 

[Zenbaas]

Canon makes good cameras so you cant go wrong in purchasing one. The specs of the PowerShot SX210 look very good. I would, however, prefer to get a camera which uses normal AA batteries rather than the Li-ion which is expensive to replace or get a spare one. Also in a few years time it might be difficult to get the battery as newer models come on the market.

Ive had my current canon P&S for nearly 4 years. They do last if you look after them. You make a good point about the batteries. Will have to look into that.

 

[Zenbaas]

Any other Ideas/suggestion...?

 

[bwana]

Any other Ideas/suggestion...?

Buy a spare battery?

 

[Zenbaas]

Buy a spare battery?

Yeah I'll definitely do that as well.