Best brand of digital cameras?

Question

what is it? (canon, panasonic, samsung, fuji, hp, kodak, casio, ..........)

Answer 1

For every response, you'll get a different answer. It's like asking the question "What is the best color of paint?". Technically there are very few differences between brands these days. The technology has simply gotten too good! ALL of the name brands use high quality components, and all have their loyal following. I would STEER CLEAR from the off-shore no-name brands which are typically very inexpensive. Everything else is simply a matter of preference.

The key is how the camera behaves in YOUR hands! How to change settings, set focus, zoom, re-set for a different shot, etc. What you'll find is that the level of 'intuitiveness' changes from brand to brand. Each manufacturer trying to make a good user interface.... some better than others. You do NOT want a camera that needs to have a user manual everytime you want to switch modes. You want it to be obvious what to change, quickly so you don't miss a shot.

Answer 2

If you’re looking for a point & shoot, user friendly digital camera, I have to say, I like Canon. Nothing against other brands. I’ve just a long history of personal experience and preference with Canon with 35mm, digital and video.

They have an awesome line of cameras that can fit any kind of budget and level of photography skill. From the casual user to the pros!

Here is a link to Canon’s cameras: http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ProductCatIndexAct&fcategoryid=113

I own the Canon PowerShot A620 which I purchased new online last Spring. My favorite feature of this model is the vari-angle display/LCD screen. It protects the screen when not in use, and helpful for odd angle shots. Picture taking is instant! I have found lag time is not an issue, with this camera, compared to my first digital camera. They now have an updated version of my A620… the A630 and A640. Here is a review and its features (keep scrolling to see the vari-angle screen), up close and personal:
http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/canon/powershot_a630_a640-review/index.shtml

Here is where I go to shop on-line for the best price for digital cameras. (Which I found to have considerable better prices than going locally to your nearest digital camera dealer). Just type in your camera model in the ‘search keyword’: http://lowpricedigital.com/category.asp?master_category_Id=1000 Buy soon or check daily, for prices changes daily amongst merchants. Also check if the camera is being sold ‘new’ or ‘refurbished’.

If you’d rather buy from the store, check the usual places, Best Buy, Circuit City, Wal-Mart, Target, and camera stores. Even consider Office Max, Office Depot, CostCo/Sam’s Club---any store with a camera department.

Answer 3

I think it usually breaks down to weather you like a Canon or a Nikon better. But Nikon doesnt make a true 35mm or full frame sensor. Canon has two, its 12.8mp 5D and its 16.7mp 1Ds Mark II. That way you can get an increase in resolution and pixel size.

Answer 4

Go here http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/stats.asp and look at the second chart - the one that shows interest by brand name. The best brands are indeed the ones in the top part of the chart. And vice versa.

Another good rule. Even if you don't buy from them, check with B&H Photo (available through Yahoo! Shopping). If B&H does not sell the brand you are looking at, don't bother buying that brand.

Answer 5

Fujifilm, they're the only brand I've used for cameras. I've used a Canon camcorder, and they're human factors design was horrible, but I've never used their SLRs, or P+S, so I can't talk about that line.

Answer 6

I've had great luck with my Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-P72. Have had it for a few years and use it outdoors for work. Has been very durable and reliable.

Answer 7

Canon and Olympus.

Answer 8

Here's what most people are looking at:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/stats.asp
Canon, if not the best, is at least the most popular.

Answer 9

sony

Answer 10

NIKON