I am going to Europe next spring and is this a good camera to take I need wide and zoom? I have a Canon Power Shot S515 which one do you this is better for what I want it is about 7 years old. I want the wide so when a take a picture of a building it will get it all in not just the center? I am going to Europe next spring and is this a good camera to take I need wide and zoom? I have a Canon Power Shot S515 which one do you this is better for what I want it is about 7 years... » Read More I am going to Europe next spring and is this a good camera to take I need wide and zoom? I have a Canon Power Shot S515 which one do you this is better for what I want it is about 7 years old. I want the wide so when a take a picture of a building it will get it all in not just the center? « Show Less
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I liked all the features the camera had to offer, but when viewed on my 17 laptop screen the images were a bit fuzzy, and that is before any enlargement to them. I am going to look at buying the SX280 camera. Size wise, I find my current A2000is very convenient for everyday carry around as would also be the case for the SX160.
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Yes, the perfect camera, not only does it come with rechargeable batteries and charger,it uses regular batteries which will last over 500 pictures. That is why I selected this camera. An excellent deal!
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The zoom is amazing. As for wide its goes wide like other cameras. But doesnt do any kind of panoramic that i can tell. Just put it on a stand and turn camera slightly after each shot and you can make your own panoramic.
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It depends on your camera experience and expertise. The SX160 was ideal for my personal use and needs..Which is mainly pics of Grandson..Had tried a few other camera's but the SX160 is the best for my amateur senior needs. the wide angle and zoom is adequate for my needs. Battery life is a problem..Keep extra's on handy..If wide angle and zoom are an priority you may want to step up to 25X or greater with a view finder..I use an very old Minolta 35 mm for outdoor and wide angle special shots, otherwise, the SX160 is used for 99% of my current pics and it has performed up to expectations..Good Luck It depends on your camera experience and expertise. The SX160 was ideal for my personal use and needs..Which is mainly pics of Grandson..Had tried a few other camera's but the SX160 is the best for my amateur senior needs. the wide angle and zoom is adequate for my needs. Battery life is a problem..Keep extra's on handy..If wide angle and zoom are an priority you may want to step up to 25X or greater with a view finder..I use an very old Minolta 35 mm for outdoor and wide angle special shots, otherwise, the SX160 is used for 99% of my current pics and it has performed up to... » Read More It depends on your camera experience and expertise. The SX160 was ideal for my personal use and needs..Which is mainly pics of Grandson..Had tried a few other camera's but the SX160 is the best for my amateur senior needs. the wide angle and zoom is adequate for my needs. Battery life is a problem..Keep extra's on handy..If wide angle and zoom are an priority you may want to step up to 25X or greater with a view finder..I use an very old Minolta 35 mm for outdoor and wide angle special shots, otherwise, the SX160 is used for 99% of my current pics and it has performed up to expectations..Good Luck « Show Less
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Sheila, the cameras zoom and wide angle lens work perfectly however the one thing my husband is unhappy with is the clarity of the photos on landscape shots. Other than that is compact and would be great for a trip.
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I have that exact model, the Olympus E510, purchased right here from Amazon about 4 months ago and I LOVE it. It is an excellent camera. The live view works quite well (though in certain modes you can't use it...but that's ok..you don't always want to use "live view" mode and there are reasons for that which will become apparent when you get it and start learning the camera.) One of the selling points it had for me was the four thirds sensor. It allows the lenses to be shorter (and lighter!) and it also is a closer ratio to standard paper sizes such as 5x7 and 8x10. the four thirds ratio doesn't require zealous cropping to fit that ratio whereas a two thirds does. The four thirds also gives a greater depth of field compared to it's two thirds kin. It's a responsive, sturdy camera with plenty of features to keep you busy for a long, long time. I hope you love yours as much as I love mine. I am an artist an I purchased this camera to take reference photos. I have multiple sclerosis so I cannot work from life since I can't stand long enough to paint a picture plein aire or with a live model. I CAN, however, walk around and take lovely pictures for use in my comfortable studio later. I am also a portrait painter and I wanted a camera that would take beautiful portraits without washing out and dramatic lighting (which digital cameras tend to 'want' to do). So, an affordable, very well constructed camera that is capable of everything from beautiful scenic landscapes, dramatic portraits including under candlelight or at night, and even some macro work for some fun semi-absract paintings...it does them all terrifically. You will want to invest in some better lenses, though, if you got the kit. Not because they are bad, mind you. The two lenses it comes with are quite decently made and solidly constructed just like the camera body. It's just that once you get the camera's basics down and play you're going to be so tempted to go out and get those more expensive lenses because you will be having so much fun with it.
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Amazonian, if you were me would you reconsider and go with another brand such as the lumix LZ7 and along with the sanDisk Extreme card you mentioned? I am not sure if I care all that much for a camera vunerable to mechanical problems due to the possibility of vapor water etc.. What is the warranty for the 590 IS? Will it be wise to cancel the order and wait for a newer reliable outdoor camera? This is weird, one would tend to think canon would at least engineer a camera for outdoor activity. Suppose I want to use it on a damp day along a wooded trail or campsite? Could you suggest what might be best in my case? thanks again Amazonian, if you were me would you reconsider and go with another brand such as the lumix LZ7 and along with the sanDisk Extreme card you mentioned? I am not sure if I care all that much for a camera vunerable to mechanical problems due to the possibility of vapor water etc.. What is the warranty for the 590 IS? Will it be wise to cancel the order and wait for a newer reliable outdoor camera? This is weird, one would tend to think canon would at least engineer a camera for outdoor activity. Suppose I want to use it on a damp day along a wooded trail or campsite? Could you suggest what... » Read More Amazonian, if you were me would you reconsider and go with another brand such as the lumix LZ7 and along with the sanDisk Extreme card you mentioned? I am not sure if I care all that much for a camera vunerable to mechanical problems due to the possibility of vapor water etc.. What is the warranty for the 590 IS? Will it be wise to cancel the order and wait for a newer reliable outdoor camera? This is weird, one would tend to think canon would at least engineer a camera for outdoor activity. Suppose I want to use it on a damp day along a wooded trail or campsite? Could you suggest what might be best in my case? thanks again « Show Less
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This isn't a full-frame camera. It's aps-h, 1.3x crop. And if you're shooting astro photography you should be looking into a Nikon d800 or a 5dmkii. This is a camera with 11-year old sensor technology. I bought one to shoot surfers with here in Hawaii broad daylight and I get noise (by modern standards) past about ISO400-500. This camera is great if you're looking for a cheaper 7d and you don't want video capabilities or a screen you can actually see. Don't get me wrong, it's a great camera, but its age definitely shows. I bought one in perfect shape with 42k actuations for $430 and not 3 months later I bought a 7d for $530. The extra money spent on a more modern camera is well-worth it. This isn't a full-frame camera. It's aps-h, 1.3x crop. And if you're shooting astro photography you should be looking into a Nikon d800 or a 5dmkii. This is a camera with 11-year old sensor technology. I bought one to shoot surfers with here in Hawaii broad daylight and I get noise (by modern standards) past about ISO400-500. This camera is great if you're looking for a cheaper 7d and you don't want video capabilities or a screen you can actually see. Don't get me wrong, it's a great camera, but its age definitely shows. I bought one in perfect shape with 42k actuations for $430 and not 3... » Read More This isn't a full-frame camera. It's aps-h, 1.3x crop. And if you're shooting astro photography you should be looking into a Nikon d800 or a 5dmkii. This is a camera with 11-year old sensor technology. I bought one to shoot surfers with here in Hawaii broad daylight and I get noise (by modern standards) past about ISO400-500. This camera is great if you're looking for a cheaper 7d and you don't want video capabilities or a screen you can actually see. Don't get me wrong, it's a great camera, but its age definitely shows. I bought one in perfect shape with 42k actuations for $430 and not 3 months later I bought a 7d for $530. The extra money spent on a more modern camera is well-worth it. « Show Less
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It was a OK camera, however the E500 is a better one. I upgraded my to E510 the semi-professional and still have it and have not changed it for the purposes. However, if you want a beginners SLR then get the E300.
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In August 2010 I bought the Canon T21 body only, then the Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM UD Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras for our walking-around lens and Canon BG-E8 Battery Grip for Canon T2i Digital SLR Cameras (Retail Package) (never run out of batteries!) before a trip to Yellowstone/Grand Tetons and haven't ever been sorry. If you buy the T3i body only, then register with Canon you should be able to get 15% off accessories + $100 off rebate through Jan 7, 2012. http://usa.canon.com/CUSA/assets/app/pdf/Promotions/camera/lens_flash_ir_112711_rebate.pdf In August 2010 I bought the Canon T21 body only, then the Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM UD Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras for our walking-around lens and Canon BG-E8 Battery Grip for Canon T2i Digital SLR Cameras (Retail Package) (never run out of batteries!) before a trip to Yellowstone/Grand Tetons and haven't ever been sorry. If you buy the T3i body only, then register with Canon you should be able to get 15% off accessories + $100 off rebate... » Read More In August 2010 I bought the Canon T21 body only, then the Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM UD Wide Angle Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras for our walking-around lens and Canon BG-E8 Battery Grip for Canon T2i Digital SLR Cameras (Retail Package) (never run out of batteries!) before a trip to Yellowstone/Grand Tetons and haven't ever been sorry. If you buy the T3i body only, then register with Canon you should be able to get 15% off accessories + $100 off rebate through Jan 7, 2012. http://usa.canon.com/CUSA/assets/app/pdf/Promotions/camera/lens_flash_ir_112711_rebate.pdf « Show Less
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If you want that 10x zoom, this might be the most compact camera. It is a bit larger with a clumsy feel. Otherwise, I would recomend one of the Elf cameras. I also have an SD700IS that performs five stars and might be all you need.
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I just read your posting and it has been a month since you put it up so I don't know if your still interested in a comparison, so I will keep it brief. I got the X100 in July and the S95 a year ago but by coincidence I just took some test shots in the back yard this morning to compare the two as I will be using both at a BBQ on Sunday. The S95 looks good until you see it next to the x100. The X100 is the first digital camera I have owned where the photos look a bit more real than the other digital cameras I have used. I also have a Nikon D7000 and did some test shots while on vacation using it and the Nikon 12-24mm lens ( set at 23mm) and the X100 looks better, sharper than the $1000 Nikon12-24 lens. There are some down sides as is mentioned on many websites, but you can get used to them, or at least I did. On the video, I like the S95 by far as it is easier to get usable footage. The X100 is sharper and cleaner by a little bit, but the focus is not as good as the S95. The X100 is a great camera for what it is, and I really like mine.
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If you are used to DSLR quality and are looking for a travel-sized camera that has good IQ, you might also consider a camera with a larger sensor, such as the Canon S90. It does not have as large a zoom, but it will take much better low-light photos than the sx210 or ZS7.
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At the end of the day... its about image quality and flexibility vs. convenience. The G9 is one of the best P&S cameras out there and allows full manual control if you are so inclined. At 12MP it will have a higher on subject pixel density which will allow for cropping. On the other hand a 6mp cropped image (down from the full 12) will not look as good as a full size optically zoomed image (6mp full on the D40) The D40 also gives you 2.5 fps vs the ~1.5 of the G9. The D40 will have better low light (high iso) performance in comparison to the G9 due to its larger photosites. I personally have 4 cameras: Canon SD800IS for when it MUST to fit in my pocket. Canon G9 when weight and size is a factor but I want better image quality and faster response than the SD800 (or external flash). The D40 when I want good low light and the ability to mount a fast lens. I use the 18-200 VR as leave on lens, the 18-55 when I want to travel light and the 24-70 f/2.8 for high image quality (the lens is 3x price of the camera). I usually only take the one lens I intend to use with the D40. I have ordered the Nikon D3 for when there is no alternative than having the best, but at 4+lbs its a massive beast and certainly beyond the scope if this discussion. The G9 is with me at almost all times just in case I come across some shot I just have to take. If it is a really compelling image and I have the opportunity to go back and shoot it again I do so with the D40 and much better glass.
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I am in the same position as you and the salesman was pushing the P90 so I went to Consumer reports and the Cannon SX10 IS is recommended. It is at the very top of the list for super zoom cameras. The P90 is 16 cameras down the list. I have a S2 IS that I have been very happy with and it has died and I have decided to go with the Cannon.
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I bought that for a friend last year in another state, however, I never got any feedback in regards to that camera. I did buy a different camera for another friend - Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 16.1 MP Tough Digital Camera with 8x Intelligent Zoom. She told me that she loved it (and it did take great pics and videos). However, the only thing that was missing was a charger for the battery. I guess that had to be purchased separately.
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Dar, I think the E510 is a great camera. I also have a E500 which is also a good camera, but what makes the E510 better in my book is the in camera stabilization. I think if you get the 14-42 and the 40-150 mm lens you can't go wrong with the 510. I was at my Grandson's birthday party today and took about 130 pictures and I'll be put some on his webpage " oldpalmerton.com " by the end of Sunday ( 24 Feb. 08). You can check out the type of pictures you can take with the E510 and a 40-150 lens. Good luck with what ever camera you do get. Greg
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I would get the Canon S95. It has a bigger sensor to collect light and a larger maximum aperture, the hole that allows the light to go in. This is the old fashioned way of getting better pictures. My next pocket camera will be something like the S95. Sony does good stuff and I have a Sony HX5V (and its great), and I go nuts taking pictures of my baby niece and my little nephew, but after learning more about cameras, I'd spend at little extra cash and get a camera that has a larger sensor and bigger maximum aperture. Shooting pictures indoor means less light that the camera can collect, so it best to have a camera equipped with the means to gather the most light it can get....if that makes any sense.
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As other have found though the S90's f/2 is only at the widest setting and the G11 is brigher at full zoom and the zoom is longer. So there are a few tradeoffs with the lenses. I'm actually in the same boat I got the G11, but fell in love with the s90 so I got that as well to replace my SD20 pocket camera. Sorry I have not had them long enough or shot enough pictures to give any real comparison. Coming from the SD20 I have a lot of catching up to do on the cameras and the software. I will say I think the rear dial on the s90 and G11 are too easy to rotate, I like the rear dial on the Canon SLRs, these little ones feel cheap and really are not the break through they represented for the SLRs. The s90 control ring on the lens seems very nice, but if it was all metal it would feel much nicer; still that feature is going to work well. I already put an egrips pad on the front of the s90 and a couple other carefully placed so I can hold onto the camera. First pocket camera I've put the hand-strap on as well (very nice one is supplied with camera). They should have included a slim slip case for the camera. I agree the Articulating LCD is a very nice feature and one of the main reasons I'll hold onto the G11, I know the new screens are better but often I'm shooting blind with my SD20. Coming from SLRs still nothing beats a great view finder or angle finder, but the articulating LCD can be very very handy. Now I have two cameras to learn (well actually 3 I replaced my film SLR with a digital as well), it maybe the G11 won't get a lot of use as the s90 will almost certainly be my pocket camera. Still It will be nice to have and after learning to operate these new digitals it should not be to hard to switch between the s90 and the G11.
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Sorry - that camera did not last all that long, and I cannot recall. I do recall that it was problematic. I recommend looking at Sony's Cybershot line - we have owned 3 of those since 2000, and all have lasted longer than any other compact camera.
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Well, it's just the size of the sensor troubles me. What kind of picture is this going to take at even a 400 ISO? Nevermind 800 or higher.I just wonder if it's worth getting a camera this big when the sx200IS can be had for almost half the price, it's way easier to carry, and when you add the chdk firmware, will be almost as functional.I suppose if this were to be your only camera, but personally, I'd like to see what they do with the Rebel, either later this year or next. Or if I have a "rich uncle die", buy the 5D Mark II ;-)