2007-07-14 06:35:05 · 11 answers · asked by zhel 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
not sure what your budget is but i have a sony cybershot and it is awesome.
it was only $130.
they sell them at walmart i think.
just keep an eye out for sales and ask the associates to explain the differences in models to you
don't forget to buy a memory card bcse most cameras don't hold alot of pics.
we got a 1gb from walmart for $40
2007-07-14 06:40:36 · answer #1 · answered by nataliexoxo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd recommend the Canon PowerShot A560 or A550 for you since you didn't specify a budget and also you didn't really mention which features you are looking for. It is an all round good camera for the beginner photographer.
The best places to shop are usually at a camera or electronic store which puts the camera out for you to try out first. Something like Best Buy or Circuit City is a good option. I would actually recommend you go to a specialized camera store where they can give you more "in depth" advice and knowledge that you won't get from the big box retailers.
You can try Walmart if you find the camera at a cheap price.
2007-07-14 07:32:19 · answer #2 · answered by smallbluepickles 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Even though I personally own this ultra compact camera, I would still like to highly recommend the purchase of a Nikon Coolpix L10 for the following reasons:
1. Besides taking well-exposed hi-quality 5 megapixel pictures, it uses a standard set of rechargeable double AA batteries which last a very long time;
2. Has a 3x optical zoom;
3. The flash setting for "red-eye" correction is on the navigator wheel and not within a submenu;
4. It's very small and light;
5. Uses inexpensive SD memory cards;
6. The digital video feature takes wonderful "sound" videos which are noise free. It records the piano very well with it's built-in microphone;
7. Has macro feature for closeups under 6 inches;
8. It comes with a USB 2.0 transfer cable which you connect to your USB computer port;
9. Has tripod mount on bottom of camera;
10. And the price is a mere $119 [sold at Samy's Camera - www.samys.com, and Staples.com.]
Review(s) can be found at www.amazon.com [Query: "Nikon Coolpix L10" along with pictures provided by satisfied purchasers.]
Good luck!
2007-07-14 18:58:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe Walmart, Best Buy, Target and Circuit City. On line Beach Camera, B&H Photo, Adorama, Abe's of Maine.
Possibly the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W55 would be a decent choice.
2007-07-14 06:41:30 · answer #4 · answered by Vintage Music 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, Walmart is a great place to buy a camera. And I'm sure the 16-year-old cashier making 6 bucks an hour will be happy to share her vast photographic knowledge with you.
In other words...buy your camera at a camera store.
2007-07-14 17:12:46 · answer #5 · answered by V2K1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My brother has the A540 and my mother-in-law has the A530 - on my recommendation - and neither one has stopped speaking to me yet. Based on this and experience with other Canon Powershot cameras, I am now recommending the A550 as a nice and relatively inexpensive camera. The A550 has more pixels than the A540, but offers less user control.
The A540 has been discontinued, but the updated version in the A550.
The A550 costs $135 at B&H and, of course, you'll need a memory card.
Canon A550 review: http://www.steves-digicams.com/2007_reviews/a550.html
The A560 is about $160 and that makes it worth considering, too. It has a slightly bigger LCD and they claim that it's one stop faster than the A550 in speed.
It as a slightly bigger LCD and they claim that it's one stop faster than the A550 in speed.
Canon A560 review: http://www.steves-digicams.com/2007_reviews/a560.html
Steve's reviews updates the "Best Camera" list periodically:
http://www.steves-digicams.com/best_cameras.html
If you are looking for a specific camera and WalMart has it at the same price as everyone else, it's fine to buy there - especially if it is closer to home than Best Buy, Circuit City, Staples, etc. WalMart does stock the A550, A560.
2007-07-14 09:32:07 · answer #6 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For the best prices- shop on line, but be wary of the fraud retailers. If the price is 'too good to be true', it probably is.
Stick with on-line retailers such as BHPHotoVideo, Newegg, BuyDig, Adorama and others. They are quite reliable and have outstanding prices.
The best inexpensive digital camera, if you can find it, is the Fuji F20. $139 and there is a $30 rebate around for it somewhere.
2007-07-14 07:06:11 · answer #7 · answered by Morey000 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sony and Kodak both have great digital cameras for decent prices for their quality, Walmart is probably the cheapest place to go but I really hate that place! I go there everyweek to shop so I know the prices are great but quality and walmart just don't necessarly fit together in the same sentence. Best Buy or some place like that are probably the best places to go but it depends on your budget, they aren't necessarily more expensive but they might have something different to make it more expensive.
2007-07-14 06:44:41 · answer #8 · answered by kella l 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
my suggestion
go to yahoo shopping
digital cameras
digital camera GUIDE
be sure to check titles on the left side
the guide should answer your questions
online is the best place
but walmart does have a 30 return policy
2007-07-14 09:04:03 · answer #9 · answered by Elvis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no matter what camera u get they will still be pricey its hard to find something good for an inexpensive price. try wal-mart if u think they will give u a good deal. or best buy
2007-07-14 06:44:17 · answer #10 · answered by Princess LovAngel 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋