look at my possible new cam!!

[chrisfagan16]

hi guys i need your opinion on this cam i might buy from ebay:
http/65.54.244.250/cgi-bin/linkrd?_lang=...em%3d3821778903

can you give me some advice on whether its worth it or not? thanks chris.

 

[chrisfagan16]

sorry heres the link:
http/cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...AMEBI%3AIT&rd=1

 

[Cian McLiam]

Nice camera, I like the fast lense and metal body. Its quite a bit of money for such a camera though, there are many 10x optical zoom cameras around that are excellent value and unless you plan on printing above A4 size, 3-4 megapixels is just fine, I get great A4 prints from my S5000z. Personally I would go for a more powerful optical zoom over another 1 or 2 megapixels.

You could check out the Minolta Z2 or the fuji S5000z, the Minolta Z1 is going for rock bottom prices now too.


Minolta Z1
http/www.shopgenie.co.uk/theme_theme_che...z1--uk_page_1_/

Fuji S5000z
http/uk.pricerunner.com/photography/digi...s/166907/prices

Both are cheaper new than the second hand camera and have 10x optical zoom lenses.

Ken

 

[bunjiweb]

I have used both those cameras that Cian posted and they are both excellent!

I find Fuji are sometimes over priced though for what they are but you always know you are getting the best lense available on a commercial digital camera.

Minolta make solid cameras and very high quality, I don't think you'd be dissapointed in it as it is packed with features and is highly capable for under £200.

Ben

 

[chrisfagan16]

so am i best not going for that camera and what camera do you reccommend out of them 2 cams? thanks chris.

 

[Cian McLiam]

I would go for new, just for the piece of mind and backup. Lenses are easily scratched you know! Im sure the camera is fine but I wouldnt buy a second hand camera without using it and inspecting it first.

I have the S5000z and I really like it, if you ever take a more serious interest all the options are there for creativity. Despite the price the lense is superb for a 10x

I havent used the Z1 so I cant comment on it!

Ken

 

[guppygirl]

If you get any cam, digital w/ closeup (Macro setting) is DEFINITELY essential for fish pictures. I use a canon, but I'm not sure what model.