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suggestions for new p&s camera

Started Jan 30, 2012 | Discussions
charis New Member • Posts: 19
suggestions for new p&s camera

Hi all!
I want to get a new p&s camera for my sister's birthday.

I have the Canon PowerShot SD880 IS and I like it: IMHO it's a great camera and it's fit for me. I'm looking for a camera like the SD880, but it's discontinued.
What camera could I give to my sister?
Any suggestion?
The S100, LX5, & ZX-1 are very pricey. My budget is 200-250-300$ (max)

I'm looking for a camera with good IQ, manual controls aren't indispensable because my sister is a newbie, but a friendly interface and good auto mode are essential
What do you think about the Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS?
And about the Canon ELPH 310 HS or Canon ELPH 300 HS?
Thanks in advance for your help

rowlandw Regular Member • Posts: 386
Re: suggestions for new p&s camera

I own and like the 300HS - very good quality for such a small package that slips easily into pocket or purse. The 300 starts at 24mm whereas the newer 310 starts at 28 but telephotos longer. For me 24mm is important because you can't crop wider.

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Olympus C-3020 Zoom Canon PowerShot S100 Canon PowerShot SX40 HS Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 +5 more
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