<![CDATA[Digital Camera advice needed]]>I’m looking to buy a new digicam, preferably around $300, max I will go is $400. My main aims are:


1) To take pictures of my DD, who on many an occasion cannot stand still.
2) To take pictures of my DD with me.
3) To try to take pictures of my DW with DD.
4) To take pictures on holiday.
5) To take pictures of my model kits (i.e. need some macro).

I.e… need a good family-oriented camera, I guess. I’ve read all sorts of things about face detection, smile detection, face make-up etc. I’m not sure if these are genuinely useful or just marketing gimmicks.

Anyway, can anyone recommend? Thanks!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/2688/digital-camera-advice-neededRSS for NodeSun, 03 May 2026 15:31:20 GMTMon, 13 Apr 2009 09:35:32 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Tue, 21 Feb 2012 05:39:54 GMT]]>thats a good idea 🙂

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/714923https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/714923Tue, 21 Feb 2012 05:39:54 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Tue, 21 Feb 2012 05:34:13 GMT]]>

Yong HL:
Hi


Just want to find out after you have bought a new camera, how do you deal with old cameras which are still in good working condition? I wanted to buy a new camera with superzoom but the current one still working well.. so still pondering whether should buy...
give the old one to the kids to play and learn

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/714912https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/714912Tue, 21 Feb 2012 05:34:13 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:02:01 GMT]]>Hi


Just want to find out after you have bought a new camera, how do you deal with old cameras which are still in good working condition? I wanted to buy a new camera with superzoom but the current one still working well… so still pondering whether should buy…

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/714459https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/714459Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:02:01 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Sat, 15 May 2010 15:08:25 GMT]]>Hi, anyone can recommend a reasonably good digital camera under $200? My current one is ‘retiring’ soon and gotta look around for a new one. I’m not fussy, just point and shoot will do.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/186419https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/186419Sat, 15 May 2010 15:08:25 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Sun, 23 Aug 2009 13:23:57 GMT]]>most digicams in stores now take pretty decent photos --- the quality is all good even if not using DLSR.. i think it's a good investment to have a good camera after all sometimes kids' projects require them to take photos 🙂 no need for DSLR, i think~ just good digicam that is easy to operate.. :celebrate: happy photo-taking!




~ We worry about what a child will become tomorrow, yet we forget that he is someone today.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/53068https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/53068Sun, 23 Aug 2009 13:23:57 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Mon, 08 Jun 2009 07:58:23 GMT]]>i do prefer leica lenses…there’s nothing like it…and optical zoom is impt as digital zoom makes images blur

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/32619https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/32619Mon, 08 Jun 2009 07:58:23 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Thu, 23 Apr 2009 02:19:25 GMT]]>Thanks for the show of support! I was actually a bit concerned that, when I searched around local forums and gadget sites, Casio had very little mention at all. Ultimately I figured it was because your typical brand-conscious sg buyer focuses only on those few well-marketed brands (like mobiles and Nokia).

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25550https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25550Thu, 23 Apr 2009 02:19:25 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:46:55 GMT]]>

sashimi:
Hey thanks a lot everyone - I already bought the camera. 🙂


Panasonic is always high on my list as it is a brand I have absolute trust in, but most of the models that fit my needs were way over my budget. Including the LXes, the FX38 (which is now obsolete I guess, after the other day's big advert for the FX48).

If I found a Panasonic (was also considering Canon) that was within budget, its functions would pale in comparison to the camera I finally bought.

(Incidently as a busy family man I'm not at all into running around looking for the best deals, I really hate doing that these days.)

So anyway, I settled for the Casio Exilim Z300 - it was $399 at Harvey Norman, had a lot of features dedicated to capturing family pics and moving kids, for touristy needs and was essentially a point-and-shoot too. 28mm wide angle, 4x optical zoom, etc. - really great set of features for <400.
Hi Sashimi
i never realise how cool a Casio Exilim camera was till i borrow one from my sister. I went ahead to get one 7.2 MP that cost me abt $800 more than 4 years. It is still serving me well.. its compact and always in my handbag, i will capture or video moments..of my children,.... it is thus far one of my best investment!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25275https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25275Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:46:55 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:48:52 GMT]]>congrats on your new purchase! I think at the end of the day, what counts is the timeless moments captured in the camera that's important. Black cat white cat, can catch mice is a good cat, no? :lol:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25274https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25274Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:48:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:35:12 GMT]]>Hey thanks a lot everyone - I already bought the camera. 🙂


Panasonic is always high on my list as it is a brand I have absolute trust in, but most of the models that fit my needs were way over my budget. Including the LXes, the FX38 (which is now obsolete I guess, after the other day's big advert for the FX48).

If I found a Panasonic (was also considering Canon) that was within budget, its functions would pale in comparison to the camera I finally bought.

(Incidently as a busy family man I'm not at all into running around looking for the best deals, I really hate doing that these days.)

So anyway, I settled for the Casio Exilim Z300 - it was $399 at Harvey Norman, had a lot of features dedicated to capturing family pics and moving kids, for touristy needs and was essentially a point-and-shoot too. 28mm wide angle, 4x optical zoom, etc. - really great set of features for <400.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25270https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25270Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:35:12 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Tue, 21 Apr 2009 06:16:49 GMT]]>Hi Sashimi,


I would recommend Panasonic TZ series. it’s a bit bulky, but has very good optical zoom and it is wide range (more things in the picture).

I’m using TZ3, happy with it but of course will take the next chance to upgrade to the later models.

Long winded details below. Have fun with your purchase!

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The following are very important to me to consider (in the order provided):
1. Price
2. Bulkiness
3. Zoom (look for optical zoom, digital no use)
4. Anti shake (my hands always tremble)
5. Low light
6. Video zooming (some don’t allow you to zoom when you are recording video, quite sian when recording child’s actions/performances).

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25166https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25166Tue, 21 Apr 2009 06:16:49 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:44:36 GMT]]>Panasonic Lumix FX series. One of the better PnS cameras out there. I think that price range should be able to get the FX36, of which the more important and relevant features include


Panasonic Intelligent Auto, IA (anti shake),
25mm wide lens (great for party/group shots)
HD video recording 16:9 720p (woohoo!)

😎

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25154https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25154Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:44:36 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Tue, 21 Apr 2009 02:38:41 GMT]]>check out the Lumix range. They are quite popular and are easy to use. However, may be a bit out of the price range.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25101https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/25101Tue, 21 Apr 2009 02:38:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:51:57 GMT]]>Personally I still prefer Canon. Currently I am using my old IXUS 800IS and I am quite happy with the photo quality.

Recently my colleague had bought the IXUS 95IS and I find the picture are quite sharp too. It cost about $300+. You may consider it.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/24215https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/24215Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:51:57 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:50:01 GMT]]>Thanks, you two - but, I'm more than aware of websites and forums with reviews, etc. The problem is that there are too many of them, and many are too full of information to be useful. Info overload. That's the problem with these gadget expert websites, they are too informative, detailing every little thing, 80% of which I have no time to read, 50% of which I don't understand or care for...


So to cut a long story short, I need a personalized recommendation for a camera model (or two). : ) That's why I specifically posted here, hoping to find a fellow parent who can share a recommendation based on his/her personal use of a camera for family purposes. 🙂

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/24050https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/24050Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:50:01 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:26:05 GMT]]>You want to check out http://www.dpreview.com

So far I have been reading their review and found them quite good.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/23995https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/23995Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:26:05 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Digital Camera advice needed on Tue, 14 Apr 2009 06:03:51 GMT]]>hi sashimi, you can try to read more in this forum. http://www.clubsnap.com/


Basically nowadays, most instant camera are more or less the same. If you are taking photos of young children in action, to capture their special moment, eg. a funny face they suddenly make, instant camera might not be fast enough. Other than that, most instant cameras should able to perform your needs. For macro, depends on how close up you are taking.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/23904https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/23904Tue, 14 Apr 2009 06:03:51 GMT