Is this a good camera for seniors whom don't know how to work cameras well?
1256643
The auto mode is very simple and easy to use. This camera is designed with many features, but you don't need to use them. Just stick with auto for easy, good quality photos.
276148
i'm not all that good with technology either and am somebody's elderly mother, so it may be relevant that i find it easy to use. not as easy to use as my former camera, but i bought this one because it had image stabilization which was important to me. that said, i mostly just put it on automatic. i know how to turn the flash off and on, but the rest of its many capabilities are largely a mystery to me. e.g., there is a button that says 'movie'. i imagine that makes some kind of movie but i'm unlikely to ever explore its mysteries...
285167
Yes it will probably work nicely for you but remember the resolution isn't quite as high as a digital camera. Digital cameras have much higher resolution however their field of view is probably in adequate for what you needed to do. This unit is very good at taking good resolution pictures of small things. And it's not very expensive.
1873412
Sorry to be equivocal, but it depends. If it is really bright, you won't be able to see much of anything, and you will likely miss having an optical viewfinder. But if you're able to throw caution to the wind, this camera does a great job capturing photos, and you can just crop later (if that's something you're able and willing to do). I bought this camera for my father, who is 83, and he's taking some great pictures with it.
111690
I've only taken one low light photo, and it turned out well. However, I still would not recommend this camera. It's heavy and not particularly user friendly.
1660295
I'm sorry, but I am so not techie at all..I asked at a department store camera department about what they might have and they were less enlightened than me...even their manager :( I'd like to think they are suitable, but this old dog isn't learning too many new tricks anymore...good luck :)
1729700
I feel the you should check the manual before using the camera. It is not as simple as point and shoot. I am also not real tech savy but am able to use it now quite easily. The manual helps a lot.
1657451
no, it is not an easy camera to operate. Need to read thoroughly the operating manual and is time consuming
1090652
Yes, it's a great camera, I bought for my 12 & 8 year old grandkids, really more for older kids. A great, fun camera for water vacations
1419738
I would think so. It has a good focus setting and it's a really good quality. I've never really done that specifically but I love the camera so it should be good
1003731
I do not think this is too much camera for a beginner. There are excellent tutorials available to teach you how to use the camera. It is a wonderful model and I highly recommend it. I also looked at the 5200; however, I wanted a titanium body instead of plastic. The 5200 is very light and is a great camera. I wanted a higher quality of body and decided to go with the 7100. I have not been disappointed at all. Go ahead and spend the extra. You will not regret it. You are buying the best and it will provide a lifetime of memories through pictures.
2189969
I have not actually not used this camera for a long time. I couldn't really tell you. I still have it & liked it just have not had reason to use it for some time now. I would actually need to play with it a bit now just to get used to it again myself. Sorry can't really help.
968163
I have the camera for 2 days and I am pleased with it. It has many options and is somewhat complicated to use. I would go on the forums on dprerview.com before you pick a camera
755790
I love this camera, but I think it really depends in the "grandma". My mother-in-law has an earlier model and she likes it, but she is quite spry and good with electronics. The buttons are small and I often have to explain to anyone borrowing my camera that they need to hold the button halfway first to get the perfect focus. I guess all cameras have smaller buttons and I do feel that this camera is easy to use. It takes great pictures.
780549
I takes great photos in auto mode out of the box so I would say yes. If you plan to learn photography this camera should serve you well as you move beyond the beginner stage.
518569
I got this for a gift for my sister-in-law. To me it's very easy to use that's why I bought it. We use the same camera at work. I'm familiar with it already. It takes a little time to get used to it may be to some people.
192593
I think this would be an excellent camera to start off with. The camera is low price for what you get and the manual settings are great. This camera in my opinion can teach you a lot about photography.