Canon Digital Camera - Digital Cameras and accessories

AmazonBasics Leather Camera Case for Canon Digital Cameras (M2) [Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging]

Ideal, and very affordable., 2010-08-31
This is a well made, if rather basic, leather case with a suede lining and a small pocket for memory cards. There is also a velcro belt loop, but, to be honest, I'm not sure if I would trust my rather modest camera to a strip of velcro.

My camera is a Kodak M863, and it fits the case perfectly, so add that one to the list in the description.

Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera - Black (14.1 MP, 14x Optical Zoom) 3.0 Inch PureColor LCD

• Stylish, 14.1 Megapixel metal body IXUS in four colour options
• Genuine Canon 24 mm ultra wide-angle 5x zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer
• Wide 8.8 cm (3.5 Inch) PureColor II Touch LCD with touch control
• Touch autofocus, custom icon layout and tap control
• Easy to use, with Smart Auto, Face Detection and on-screen Hints and Tips

The Best Camera Of This Kind, 2010-08-20
Quite simply, this is the best camera of this kind/class. It's a little gem, if you are on the lookout for a camera like this and can't decide between makes/models, just get this one, you have no reason not to. It's not perfect, but what is, but it does come pretty close. No cameras in this field are perfect, but this is the best of them. To answer some points that I've read by others -

The flash - people have said that it's right where they usually put a finger. Well, hold it somewhere else! Honestly, it's not an issue, in that area you can easily place your fingers elsewhere, underneath, front, back, or at the side of the flash. It's a good move by Canon with having a pop up flash on the top, as it's more efficient. These high zoom cameras that have a flash in the body, often have dark areas where the flash simply cannot reach as the lens is in the way. It's known as lens shadow. That happens with this, can't be avoided, but it's better by having a high flash on the top.

The zoom lever. Again, it might be different than what you're used to, but it's easy enough to operate. People also have said that the dials and controls are too small and crammed together. Well, have you seen the size of this camera! It's very compact, amazingly so. The controls have to go somewhere, there simply isn't room on the top anymore as the camera is so thin. If you have big hands/fingers or might have some hand difficulty, then I can see that it might take a while for you to become accustomed to the controls, but looking at the camera right now, I can't see any other way of laying it out, and in any case I think it's fine just as it is.

I've seen complaints about the movie sound altering. That's a wind cut filter. Without that, when it's windy, you'd simply hear a big muffled sound on your recordings, of wind! The filter cuts this down as best it can so you can still hear other stuff, voices and so on. It's a good feature.

I've seen people say that you can hear the zoom motor if used when recording movies. Well you can, but it's quiet. It moves in a slightly slower, quieter speed when filming to reduce this. It's a tiny camera and the lens has to have a motor! But it is quiet and a lot more so than similar cameras. In an environment where there might be people talking, or activities happening, you would not hear it.

Some things that stand out to me about this -

It feels very sturdy in the hand and is very easy to hold. You just want to pick it up and not put it down.
Superb zoom, and also decent digital zoom when in movie mode.
So far, more than reasonable pictures and movies in all conditions, including low light.
A quick movie mode option, just one button to press. Whilst in photo mode, you can press this movie button and it will begin to record a movie straight away, and you can still zoom, etc. Press the button again and the movie stops recording and it's back in photo mode.
It's quick, very quick. It's ready almost straight away after taking a photo, to take another, even with using the flash.

There are so many options on this and settings, it is worthwhile spending time to get to grips with it. Don't let that put you off though, there is an auto mode and an easy mode, so you can start snapping and filming straight away.

If you have any questions, feel free to post a comment.

As I've said, if you're after a camera like this one, then just get this one. I can't think why you'd get another in place of it.

Canon EOS 550D Digital SLR Camera (inc 18-55 mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens Kit)

• 18 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
• DIGIC 4 processor with ISO 100-6400 (Expansion to 12800)
• Continuous shooting at 3.7fps
• Full HD movie recording with manual control and selectable frame rates
• 7.7cm (3.0 inch) 3:2 Clear View LCD with 1,040k dots

Canon EOS 550D, 2010-09-02
When I decided to get a digital SLR I started with the Olympus E420. I soon found that that the lack of image stabilisation was a problem though and started looking for a replacement. I went for the Canon 550D because it has video capability and I'm glad I did. The only slight niggle is that in continuous shooting mode using the RAW format, you only get 6 shots before the buffer filles up, but to be fair, if I need more than that I make sure I have the right settings selected and change to shooting in jpeg format (for around 34 shots). In short, I'm delighted with this camera and more than happy with the kit lens that came with it!

Pentax Optio E90 Digital Camera - Black (10MP, 3x Optical Zoom) 2.7 inch LCD

Affordable good little camera, 2010-08-22
I mainly use cameras during holidays or celebrations, so I don't really need a very fancy, expensive o professional digital one. I was a bit annoyed with previous experiences with other brands when paying almost 100 pounds the colours in the images don't appear properly, and then decided to go for this Pentax, for about half the price. I've found it very easy to use: the automatic mode makes sure that you get the right settings for your captions, and if you want to change it, it just take a second to get the night mode, landscape mode, etc. Colours are amazing, really vivid, when seeing the images in your computer. With a SD card you don't need to worry about having the proper slot in your computer, unlike with XD cards. Batteries last long enough for a couple of days using flash every so often and viewing the images that you've taken. I give 5 stars to Optio E90 in this range of cameras, the value for your money is great. It's nice to have a manufacturer like Pentax delivering cameras for people that don't really want to spend too much or that just want to keep quality photos without making things complicated for them.

Panasonic Lumix TZ7 Digital Camera - Black (10.1MP, 12x Optical Zoom) 3.0 inch LCD

So far so good, 2010-09-02
So far I've taken a variety of photo's in differing light conditions - all came out very good. Obviously in low light and at distance the flash is pointless, but with flash set as "OFF" the camera automatically compensated... so with a steady hand good photo's were obtained. I also tested the video feature, which was great.
I definately would recommend this camera to others, it is excellent value for money.

SanDisk 4GB SDHC Secure Digital Card

• Use in a variety of digital products from digital music players, mobile phones, handheld PCs, digital camera, digital video camcorders, smart phones, car navigation systems and electronic books
• Non moving parts maximizes battery power. Data is not lost when power is turned off
• Low battery consumption to maximise battery life in small portable devices
• Built to last, with an operating shock rating of 2,000Gs, equivalent to a ten foot drop

4GB SandDisk SDHC Digital Card, 2010-09-02
I have already reviewed this product once,but as i said in my last review good product at a very good price

Integral USB 2.0 Single Slot SD Reader

Excellent, 2010-09-02
Exactly what it said on the tin - works perfectly with all mini and normal SD (and SDHC) cards used so far.

Canon EOS 500D Digital SLR Camera (incl. EF-S 18-55 mm IS Lens Kit)

• 15.1 MP CMOS sensor
• EF-S 1855mm f/3.55.6 lens included
• Full HD (1080p) movies
• High ISO up to 12800 for low-light conditions
• 3.4fps with up to 170 JPEG burst

The Best, 2010-08-25
The canon 500D is a brilliant camera. I was on a fishing boat off the Scilly Isles and it was very choppy but on high speed setting took wonderful shots of birds in flight.
On full Auto it is brilliant.

AmazonBasics Leather Camera Case for Canon Digital Cameras (M1) [Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging]

A snazzy little case, 2010-09-01
I was very pleased with this leather camera case for Canon digital cameras. It is made from soft hide with a textured material inside which won't scratch the camera and carries the Amazon logo on the clasp. There is also a useful pocket inside for a spare camera card, a magnetic clasp popper to close the case and useful velcro belt loop on the back. To prove the versatility of the case, it more than adequately protects a Phillips MP3 player allowing the earphone cable to come out of the top of the case or from the side of the flap which folds over. Hence, if I am not taking my camera out with me, I can use the case to carry my MP3 player and listen to music. A true bargain!

Sony DSCW320B Cyber-shot Digital Camera - Black (14.1 MP, 4x Optical Zoom) 2.7 inch LCD

• Very high resolution imaging
• Choice of beautiful colours
• Capture smiling portraits
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Perfect little camera, 2010-08-29
I bought one about a month ago and it is just fantastic, no faults. If your looking for a small camera, easy to use that takes high quality picutures then buy this camera!