I'm going to get a digital camera for my grandparents. Since they are electronically impared, I want to get them something that is simple to use but still produces good quality images. I'm thinking hp. But I'd like your suggestions. And please tell me why your choice is the best!
2006-10-16 20:22:28 · 9 answers · asked by Adam the Engineer 5 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
I love your grandparents!!!!! get them one wit a big screen the samsung one, and as for that stupid person that wrote a book... jon whutever... ur dumb he didnt ask that... he didnt ask u to talk down on my future grandparents... he asked for a good camera, dont be a retard u def. didnt get best answer...
2006-10-18 16:43:54 · answer #1 · answered by babyblueangel_30 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Since you say they are electronically impared they will not use Flickr to share their photos or build their own website, they may not know what a flash drive or USB port means. In short they want a camera that will shoot good pictures, and they will almost "always" print their pictures, and most likely they would want to print at home as uploading photos to a flash drive and take the flash drive to local Wallgreen will be too much work for them. So my recomendation would be to get a camera with maximum megapixel that fits your budget, and your budget should also include a photo-printer. All digicams have "full program" automatic mode and this will be the only mode used by your grandparents - heck even I use this mode most of the time. Make sure the camera has glass lense (not plastic). All new cameras these days have tele-wide zoom lense, but you should insist on "optical zoom"; do not get a camera with only "digital zoom" thay are horrible. For camera brand go for Cannon, you can't lose with this brand. Now all your gp have to do is shoot shoot shoot, come home and sit the camera in the printer dock, press a button or two to print the pictures. They will be very happy.
2006-10-17 17:46:35 · answer #2 · answered by JohnT 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just about any small, point-and-shoot will work. I have no problem recommending Canon but they are a step up in price. I love the SD650 because when the camera is turned off, a shutter closes over the lens, thus protecting it. It is pocket size for shirt pocket or purse, has built in flash, and a 3x zoom. I own one and is my carry it everywhere camera. Just FYI - I also own three Nikon DSLR cameras. The 650 has replaced by the 700, but you can probably find a 650 cheaper than the $400 I paid for mine new.
Your grandparents can use either the optical view finder or the LCD screen, whichever they prefer. I like the Nikons for the same reasons except they no longer have an optical viewfinder.
I would go on line to Google or eBay and try to find the cheapest price for whatever camera you decide on. If they aren't going to use it then you have not lost much. Just make sure to get the box and instructions so it looks like a gift that you took the time to look for and then purchase.
Norm
2006-10-17 09:23:50 · answer #3 · answered by nikonphotobug 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most camera are easy to use, but do your gp's want a camera? I would suggest a Kodak c533, it's a 5mp, 3x optical and all the bell and whistles for about $170(cdn) canon and Sony 5mp start at about $240. and Kodak has all the same features and has EASYSHARE software, the name says it all.
Make sure you keep the receipt in case they don't like(I know some older people are fine with digital cameras, they just need some one to teach them how to use it, but some can't learn if their life depended on it)
2006-10-17 09:57:10 · answer #4 · answered by sm 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out www.dpreview.com for any camera review that you plan to buy. Especially, look at conclusion section.
Also check www.amazon.co.uk or PC World website. Sometime you get a real good bargain there.
2006-10-17 09:54:10 · answer #5 · answered by K 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Canon, go to bestbuy and talk to a sales manager
tell them whom the camera is for, they can help you deside
2006-10-17 08:10:09 · answer #6 · answered by timestamps 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Canon Powershot is easy to use.
2006-10-17 09:35:48 · answer #7 · answered by talldog 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Samsung Digimax 550
its very easy to use....
2006-10-17 03:31:04 · answer #8 · answered by TheTruthHurts 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
kodak easy share, very easy for old people
2006-10-17 09:06:55 · answer #9 · answered by Mar 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋