Advice for cheap point and shoot camera
Dec 15, 2013 11:36:56 #
This year when we went on a river cruise through France I decided to get my wife a small point and shoot with easy controls and a simple menu. I had my Nikon DSLR but the camera I got, a Canon PowerShot A1400, was perfect for her. It could fit in her handbag and it was easy to use. It also has a viewfinder which many inexpensive cameras don't have anymore. I also took it occasionally when I didn't want to lug a heavy camera with me, especially at night to a restaurant. I have seen it priced at 69.99 at various places and online. This may be good for the kids and it also took decent photos.
Dec 15, 2013 11:55:43 #
I've got a "tough" by Olympus for my purse camera, waterproof to 15', says it can be dropped from 5' without damage, under $200 at B&H. Takes nice photos & video. Do buy extra battery & charger.
Dec 15, 2013 14:25:54 #
Buy LIGHTLY used ones or the CHEAPEST available holiday point and shoots available.
Dec 15, 2013 17:46:40 #
I often give the CANON A series as gifts. Use AA batteries, reasonably good features and about $70. Current model is the A1400.
Dec 15, 2013 20:48:28 #
Dec 15, 2013 21:22:51 #
olcoach
Loc: Oregon
After you locate the camera's you might try sitting down with kids and discuss how to take care of them. I realize there are situations where that may not be feasible but it is worth a shot if you can pull it off. Have fun.
Dec 16, 2013 20:49:32 #
mickley
Loc: Schenectady NY
My quick advice would be the Canon A1300, now upgraded to the Canon A1400, probably to be replaced by the A1500 next year. It has a good MP number, and both an optical viewfinder and that dratted Live View viewfinder kids love. The optical viewfinder -- yes, you can look through it -- has a 5:1 ratio, meaning the camera has a roughly 28-150 or so mm equivalent. The camera takes SDHC cards, you can vary the JPG ratio, and is powered by two AA cells; there is no expensive proprietary battery. I noted WalMart the other day asking about $70 for it....of course, that's just after I bought an A1400 for $90 at Best Buy. I have both of the models, and keep one in each car as an "emergency" camera. The A1300 have proven to be a fine picture taker, and I expect the same from the A1400.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Dec 16, 2013 20:50:26 #
mickley
Loc: Schenectady NY
Had I seen your reply before I send my post, I would have simply seconded the choice. Fine little camera.
Dec 17, 2013 00:27:35 #
mickley wrote:
My quick advice would be the Canon A1300, now upgr... (show quote)
It was my impression that Best Buy has a 30 day price guarantee policy. Most such policies by retail stores have limitations such as Pre- and Post-holiday prices cannot be compared, no can prices from different calendar years (you have to read the fine print). But you may still be able to get a partial credit (store credit; never cash) on your $90 purchase. Good luck.
Dec 17, 2013 16:43:16 #
Bram boy
Loc: Vancouver Island B.C. Canada
jerrylh wrote:
I have a 13 & 14 year old grand kids that want a point and shoot camera for Christmas. Both have had similar camera and broke them. They want a camera somewhat better than the camera in their phone. I don't feel they will take any better care of a new camera and have considered not getting one.
What can you recommend for such a camera? Thanks
What can you recommend for such a camera? Thanks
you said it in your first sentence . they both have had similar camera's and broke them . I don't care how old they were then. a 13-14 year kid will do the same thing with a $200 camera if you get them one . I would get them each a
$2 wallet with seven ten$ bills inside , or in a Christmas card ,and a web site to
b@h or adorama . and let them get what ever they want . at least that way when they destroy them it will seem like buy cheap get cheap . and I doupt they would blow it on a camera . the camera in there I phone is good for enough for any 13-14 year kid.
Dec 19, 2013 23:32:16 #
Bram boy wrote:
you said it in your first sentence . they both hav... (show quote)
This is about what I have decide to do so they can shop the after Christmas sales. Thanks for all the suggestions, i'll use your info to guide them.
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