2006-09-12 10:58:22 · 5 answers · asked by u2r1ofus 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
Most pro reviewers rank the Sony DSC-R1 as the closest to a d-SLR based on its large CMOS sensor (vs the typical digicam CCD sensor). However, it's zoom is only 5x starting at a very wide angle. (24 to 120 mm) Attachment lenses are available to increase the telephoto range. The R1 is about $750.
Other contenders are the Canon Pro1, the Fiji S9000, and the Panasonic FZ50. All of these are priced between $500 and $1000.
Under $500 are the Canon S3 IS, Sony DSC-H5, and Panasonic FZ30. All of these have very good reviews and image stabilized 12x zooms (about 35 to 420 mm). (I have a camera in this class, the Sony DSC-H1, and am very happy with its performance and picture quality.)
If you decide to go for the Sony R1, wait until the end of September. It is rumored that Sony will announce a replacement of the R1 because of recent 25% price drops. You may be able to get a better price or an even better camera.
Good Luck
2006-09-12 14:32:14 · answer #1 · answered by fredshelp 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How much zoom? The best non SLR camera with a nice range on the lens is the Sony DSC-R1:
http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/sony/dsc_r1-review/index.shtml
http://dcresource.pricegrabber.com/search_getprod.php?masterid=13088802
However, the best ultrazoom camera (alot more zoom) is currently the Sony DSC-H5:
http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/sony/dsc_h5-review/
http://dcresource.pricegrabber.com/search_getprod.php/masterid=17744371
2006-09-12 21:20:21 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know if it's the best, but look into a Canon S2 IS or S3 IS. They have tremendous zoom range. My daughter got the S2 and loves it.
2006-09-12 19:04:30 · answer #3 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Canon S3. I bought one this week. I LOVE it!
2006-09-13 16:52:47 · answer #4 · answered by Kimberly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't know about the best, but here's a cheap one:
http://www.heartlandamerica.com/link.asp?F=B&P=I&PIN=33462&DL=EML7&SC=w6921101&EID=w6921101
2006-09-12 18:07:12 · answer #5 · answered by auntiegrav 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋