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So my current Canon PowerShot A40 (2.0MP) is over 7 years old and needs replacing. I'm going on a trip in October, so now is probably as good of time as any to get a camera for the future.
I'd love a DSLR, but I can't exactly justify spending that kind of money on a camera that I'll likely rarely end up using. While I was into photography a 5-10 years ago, I don't go too many places these days and I'd never go somewhere just to take photos. I'm not that into it.
So, a good point and shoot is probably the best solution. I've been extremely happy with Canon, so I'd like to stick with them I think. I don't need rediculous resolution, but I do need something that can take low light pictures, etc. Basically I'm looking for something to record memories. Decent video would probably be good too.
As for like classic PowerShot vs. something that's slim (the kinda camera that looks like a deck of cards when turns off) -- I dunno. I'm open to suggestions. Small is good as it can fit in my pocket, but I'm betting there's sacrifices for that.
Cost is of course a consideration, but should not be the defining factor. I'm looking to invest in something that will last me 5 years or something. I'd rather pay a bit extra now for a better camera.
Someone I know just bought a PowerShot G10. Perhaps I should do the same?
I'd love a DSLR, but I can't exactly justify spending that kind of money on a camera that I'll likely rarely end up using. While I was into photography a 5-10 years ago, I don't go too many places these days and I'd never go somewhere just to take photos. I'm not that into it.
So, a good point and shoot is probably the best solution. I've been extremely happy with Canon, so I'd like to stick with them I think. I don't need rediculous resolution, but I do need something that can take low light pictures, etc. Basically I'm looking for something to record memories. Decent video would probably be good too.
As for like classic PowerShot vs. something that's slim (the kinda camera that looks like a deck of cards when turns off) -- I dunno. I'm open to suggestions. Small is good as it can fit in my pocket, but I'm betting there's sacrifices for that.
Cost is of course a consideration, but should not be the defining factor. I'm looking to invest in something that will last me 5 years or something. I'd rather pay a bit extra now for a better camera.
Someone I know just bought a PowerShot G10. Perhaps I should do the same?
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