the only reason i want the A640 is cuz it looks NICER, its BLACK!
so can't i get the A630 and spray paint it black?
2007-08-11 17:55:40 · 4 answers · asked by soWHAT 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
Sure. Do it and tell us how it works out. Either one is an excellent choice in a camera, though.
My stock answer.....
I own a few Nikon DSLR's and I'd buy the Canon Powershot A630 or A640 for myself. These cameras have the larger sensor (1/1.8" or 5.2 mm x 7.2 mm) that is nearly double the sensor size you find in many point and shoot cameras and this translates into better image quality. They allow fully automatic use or total user control and offer several stages in between. The only significant difference between these cameras is that the A630 is 8 MP and the A640 is 10 MP.
If you're going to spend up to $200, look at a Canon Powershot A630. My son has had his A620 for over a year (May 2006) and we both like it. My brother has had his A630 for over a year and it's a very nice camera, also. You can get it at B&H Photo (available through Yahoo! Shopping) for $184.
If you can go to $300, look at the 10 MP Canon Powershot A640. This is an excellent camera. It sells for $260 and you can add a very nice memory card for under $40. The images from the A640 compare VERY favorably with the images from a Canon G7, which costs about twice as much.
For either camera, buy a 1 or 2 GB Sandisk Ultra II or Extreme III card. You will NEED the increased capacity and write speed to fully realize the benefits of your camera. The Ultra II would be excellent, but if you are really into video, you might prefer the faster Extreme III. These cards cost from about $25-45 at B&H and several other outlets.
A630: http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/a630.html
Also: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Canon/canon_a630.asp (Read owner opinions)
A640: http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/a640.html
Also: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canona640/
2007-08-11 18:43:56 · answer #1 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bad idea.
First you'll probably damage the camera.
Second, the paint will soon wear or flake off.
If looks are so important, spend the little extra $$$
2007-08-14 22:29:48 · answer #2 · answered by EDWIN 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are both excellent cameras, only I can't see paying the $100 extra for the A640.
2007-08-12 02:21:16 · answer #3 · answered by Vintage Music 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no it will mess up your camera i tryed it
2007-08-12 02:01:09 · answer #4 · answered by d 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋