Digital Cameras

[Mr. Lego-builder]

As most of you might know, I have no digital camera of any kind. And I am now finally thinking of buying a camera. But since I don't have much experience, I would much appreciate your help of helping me find one.

But there are SOME requirements:

-Must be at least 3.0 megapixels (Nothing less; more is okay ;) )

-Perferably for the price tag to be USD $100 or less to $150. (Yes, I'm that poor! :P Because of all the LEGO purchases!!)

-Must be in either these two conditions: NEW or REFURBISHED--NO Heavily already USED Cameras

So my question to all of you is:

What kind of digital camera do you have/recommend, and what are some good online deals out there?

THANKS IN ADVANCE! ;) *satis*

[xwingyoda]

I have a Canon Ixus 40 (4 megs) which I like very much !! quite simple and effective and has a great Macro (really useful for details on Mocs and Mfs ;) ).

The only thing is that its higher than your price tag. However, there are some good prices at Best Buy and those kind of stores ;)

I wish you luck in your quest ;)

[Mr. Lego-builder]

How much is it? I could let it go for around $150, but I'm guessing it's more than that, isn't it... :'(

EDIT: I have changed the price requirements...

[xwingyoda]

I think it was more (like 300

[languages]

As most of you might know, I have no digital camera of any kind. And I am now finally thinking of buying a camera.

Im in the same boat as you.....

Hopefully Im getting a cannon....

[SuvieD]

Canon is a good brand name to get. I know that in the US at Walmart htey had a nice Canon camera with a docking port for recharging for uned $150.

I have a Canon powershot. It is not the current one which is a little nicer but it has 3.2 with 10x optical zoom and an image stabalizer. I paid $400 for it though. Maybe you can convince your parents they should get one then you could use it.

Remember that regardless of the camera there are a number of costs people often forget about.

-spare batteries

-cleaning items

-protective case

-memory cards

-extended warranty

These can turn your $100 camera into a a $300 camera easily if you get quality stuff.

[Mr. Lego-builder]

I feel stupid asking this when you guys are ultimately saying that Canon is a great brand, but, what other brands do you recommend? I found a older (of about a year or so) FUJIFILM FinePix A330 3.1 MP Camera. It has both 3x Optical Zoom and Macro Mode, as well as included batteries, the cables, and the xD memory card, but since it is a reconditioned item, it is missing the wrist strap and docking adapter, but those arn't too important... So my question is...

Is FUJIFILM a good (enough) brand? 8-| or should I not buy it?

P.S. I used to have a 35mm Canon Camera... :D

[Mr. Lego-builder]

Sorry for double posting, but I finally decided to place a order online and bought the FUJIFILM camera just to try it out. It should arrive by Friday, so watch out, as I have a lot of things to take pictures of in mind!! ;)