Canon A620 or Canon S2IS?

[Razzagas]

I cannot decide between these two. Anyone have experience with either? A620 has more megapixels, but less optical zoom. I want the camera for fish shots but not solely for them (also for point and shoot)
Thanks

 

[zapata41]

i have a S2IS and really like it, no other prior experience with other digis. the cam takes good pics but you ahve to stand back a little bit and then zoom in on stuff.
here is a pic of my of my A. Nana that i took with it

that was with no tripod, with a tripod this thing would take some sweet pics.

Tim

 

[gregr]

It really comes down to the lens difference with these two cameras. Size too but the glaring difference is in the length of the zoom on the S2IS. If you want to be able to zoom in on things from far away (sports, animals etc) the S2IS is the way to go. But if that isn't so important the A620 is a good alternative as it should perform well for aquarium macros.
Best thing to do is visit a camera store and play with each camera in person.
Greg

 

[Razzagas]

Thanks greg!