What would be a good quality, low price camera?
Dec 11, 2017 22:20:42 #
Dan Mc wrote:
I would suggest a Nikon D50 from KEH with a kit lens. It would not be much more than a hundred dollars and I still shoot with my D50. The body has a built in focus motor and a top LCD read out. I still shoot with mine and love the camera.You can find a really good entry level DSLR and a couple of lenses for a bit over that $100...I have (and still use!)_ a Nikon D40.....excellent camera and with the kit lenses (18-55 and 55-200) she will have more than a crappy point and shoot....Nikon D40!!!
Dec 11, 2017 22:53:26 #
You could probably get older versions of Olympus micro 4/3 cameras (e.g., Pen E-PL 5 or older) for not much more than your limit. Alternatively, not quite two years ago, I bought a Nikon Coolpix S7000 for less than $200 new. It is not in the same league as the Olympus or Nikon DSLRs but it takes decent photos for a point and shoot. This camera was recently discontinued and it is likely you could track down a used one for around $100. These are the two digital cameras I own and could recommend from my own personal experience.
Dec 11, 2017 23:34:50 #
Dec 12, 2017 00:07:59 #
Doug52332 wrote:
I haven't bought a camera in years, at least not s... (show quote)
There is many out there , used , refurbished , you can get a D90 for $200 or less , they were $1200 when new with a kit lens a
Short zoom , I have two ,
Dec 12, 2017 03:23:00 #
Dec 12, 2017 07:36:58 #
I’ve been observing the comments and suggestions, and all good. However, you say she’s an adult (32). Giving the assumption she already has a updated quality cell phone along with knowing what I own,I would ask what is her opinion of “decent camera”, and will a P&S fill the answer. As for used equipment great for my sons, but for my daughter.. not great unless she’s involved with choosing. Sorry, just my two cents
Dec 12, 2017 14:18:32 #
duckfan48 wrote:
I’ve been observing the comments and suggestions, and all good. However, you say she’s an adult (32). Giving the assumption she already has a updated quality cell phone along with knowing what I own,I would ask what is her opinion of “decent camera”, and will a P&S fill the answer. As for used equipment great for my sons, but for my daughter.. not great unless she’s involved with choosing. Sorry, just my two cents
I can see by your reaction that you know very little about reconditioned Camera , as there refurbished ones are as good as new
For all instance and purpose , in most cases there better than new , as they have been gone over , and any thing that has to be done to them has been by qualified person who knows that camera , most of the people here on the hog know this ,and would
Not think twice about buying a refurbished camera , from one of the big stores that sell them , even a new one doesent get the
Check up that refurbished ones do , only the ones that are pulled from the production line do , only one in every 500 or so get a going over , and any one on the hog who has one swears by them , and most can afford the new ones but still buy the refurbished
One , I would not buy new if I won the lotto , why throw good money away . I
Dec 15, 2017 17:47:05 #
I decided on the Nikon B320. It has the bells and whistles that she would need, and it's compact. Not as compact as a Canon Powershot, but it won't take up too much space wherever it sits. It's light, the mode control knob is within the reach of the thumb, and it has a large viewing screen. I've also read some great reviews on it. My daughter should enjoy this camera for quite a while.
I know, it cost substantially out of my price range, but she'll have it for quite a while. Besides, I was the beneficiary of a very "happy circumstance." :)
I know, it cost substantially out of my price range, but she'll have it for quite a while. Besides, I was the beneficiary of a very "happy circumstance." :)
Dec 15, 2017 23:05:21 #
Doug52332 wrote:
I decided on the Nikon B320. It has the bells and... (show quote)
Wher do you get one , do they look anything like the Lenovo in india, buy me one also , I think there up to $1.50 now .what a bargoooon !!!!!
Dec 15, 2017 23:12:48 #
IBM wrote:
Wher do you get one , do they look anything like the Lenovo in india, buy me one also , I think there up to $1.50 now .what a bargoooon !!!!!
There's one in every crowd. You're the one in this crowd.
Dec 16, 2017 01:56:45 #
camerapapi wrote:
Can she use her cell phone? I am not kidding, a cell phone is what most people use. Annie Leibovitz recommends them.
Many very good cameras are available in the second hand market but I have not seen many p&s cameras lately for sale.
$100 today buys practically nothing.
Many very good cameras are available in the second hand market but I have not seen many p&s cameras lately for sale.
$100 today buys practically nothing.
This was my question, as well. We often see strong opinions on these forums that "a cell-phone is all ya need", touting the superior image quality, lenses, etc. Where are the cell-phone's champions in this conversation.
Dec 16, 2017 14:43:53 #
IBM wrote:
I can see by your reaction that you know very litt... (show quote)
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So I apologize you misunderstood my comment
I don’t have an apprehension towards ‘refurbished cameras’, and I’m currently looking for an D800e. However, my comment was regarding how my daughter would regard a used or referbished item (aside from a car). So friend, I hope I’ve cleared up what I was saying, and wish for you and yours to enjoy the holidays, and take many memorable photos.
Dec 24, 2017 19:36:51 #
My wife carries a Nikon Cool-Pix. I takes perfectly good photos and there's never been a problem with it. Actually the cell phone camera are perfectly adequate for point and shoot.
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