Can anyone reccomend me which camera to buy ? So far I have nearly made up my mind with Sony�s DSC-P150 with 7 megapixels ... but .... the choosen one has to pass the ultimate field test: AR Forums ... can someone suggest me something better for that money (aprox USD 400)? First hand opinions on the mentioned are also welcome !

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I ave a Nikon Cool Pix 8700 and so far I am happy with this it is 8mp and has an 8x zoom.

I am unsure of it's cost in US$

I would choose depending on the budget a Canon S70, 7 megapixel or the Canon S60, 5 megapixel. Cameras have a 28-100mm zoom lens. Most camera start at 35/38mm which I dont find wide enough.

The Pentax Optio range are also very good, very little shutter lag for a point & shoot camera.

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I just switched to Digital this year and for a starter got the Sony DSC-W1 5mg. So far -with the exception of telephoto stuff- it has been great. It's relitively cheap, uses AA batteries and has minimal shutter lag. I've taken photos for my magazine articles and for full page stuff it works great.

Can you tell me what you wish to do with the camera and the photos? If you do not have a desire to go beyond a 8 x 10 print any high quality 3-4 megapixel will do wonderful. I would find a camera with very easy to use controls. If you have to research the owners manual every time you want to use it you will simply leave it in its case.

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