Which camera is better?

Question

I want to buy one of these cameras. Which one do you "know" or think is better. If not could you suggest a good camera.

Canon G9
Canon Powershot S5 IS

A camera for photography.

Answer 1

Buying Check List
Your new digital camera should have these key features:
• At least a 6MP imaging device for a D-SLR
• At least a 7MP imager for a point-and-shoot
• Optical zoom of 3x, some have 6x...not just a digital zoom
• The highest quality optics
• A large LCD screen; the more pixels doesnt mean the better the quality.6-8 are great unless you want to print garage size images.
• The widest range for aperture (f/stops), shutter speed and ISO
• An AF Illuminator or AF Assist mode for best flash shots in dim light
• A variety of "scene" modes for more convenient shooting in a variety of situations
• Make sure you do your own ergonomic hands-on test
and image stabilizer if possible.

canon has the a-series..like a710, a720, a520..all a good camera and a good price right now.

Answer 2

Those are both nice cameras. However, you're getting close in price to an entry level DSLR. Have you considered taking that step and availing yourself of all the versatility of a DSLR?

Interchangeable lenses.

You see exactly what the lens sees.

Better image quality due to the larger sensor. (Digicams have smaller sensors so even with more megapixels a DSLR with fewer megapixels usually out-performs a digicam.)

If a DSLR isn't an option then my vote goes to the G9.

Answer 3

depends on what kind of camera you want if you want a small one for pics to put on your myspace,facebook,exc, go with the g9,if you want a more clear picture go with the s5 is
the s5 is a better camera but i would rather get the smaller rather convenient g9

Answer 4

Go with the G9.