Best Digital Camera for under $400

[BBoley24]

Im looking for my next digital camera... I would like the camera to do well taking pictures of my tank... what is the best camera options for under $400 total for macro shots and deals with the lighting well...

 

[EdKruzel]

This is a better thread for the photography forum; I'm moving you there.

Ed

 

[BBoley24]

Im interested in a canon model... im trying to find it online.... its pretty nice...

 

[BBoley24]

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage...CategoryId=pcmcat99000050010&id=1138085156631

 

[MentalDragon]

I was able to get mine for $350. It is a Sony Cybershot H5. 12x Optical zoom and 7.2Mp. Very adjustable for a mid-end digital camera.

Some examples are at this thread:

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=957099

 

[reefer2005]

I just picked up a 8.0 MP Canon A630 today and love it and it does great video also. Here are a few links for reviews on it.

Review #1

Review #2

DPreview.com doesnt have it reviewed yet. I purchased mine from Dell.com for $239.20 w/free shipping. It's on sell there. Here are a few pics I took tonight...

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[JBrown]

I love my Cannon S2-Is

 

[Natclanwy]

I can highly recomend the Canon Powershot S2, it is probably the most versital camera for the money since it has a 12x optical zoom and also has macro and super macro modes, and the cost runs around $300

 

[BBoley24]

would the s3 is be any different?

 

[Natclanwy]

Looks like the features are about the same as the S2 just has some improved functions, 6 megapixel, faster shutter speed, ect. I would probably go with the S3 since you can find it for just a little more, several web sites list it for about $350 but it is up to you whether those features are worth an extra $50

 

[Nyles]

Canon S3 IS Hands down in that price range, actually comes close to beating a few DSLRs within reason. Go look at you local stor and take some pics. Get familiar with the manual focus and your on your way.