s95, sx230 hs, or elph 300 hs? Any insight?
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Canon s95 has the best image quality of all cameras mentioned above (CCD sensor). If you want better video mode than you have to go with CMOS sensor cameras (sx230, 300HS). The s95 and sx230 have full manual controls.
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The HS35100 has a larger F stop (F2.8) which means it is a "faster" (or more light sensitive) lens. This is important with micro four thirds cameras, as the sensor is small and needs more light than a full frame sensor. The HS35100 is weather sealed, and may be better build quality than the 35-100/F4 lens. Both lenses have image stabilization, but I don't know how that feature compares between lenses. Know that the firmware for the HS35100 was updated last year, which fixed a "jitter" problem with that lens. It works quite well now. I hope this information is of some help to you. The HS35100 has a larger F stop (F2.8) which means it is a "faster" (or more light sensitive) lens. This is important with micro four thirds cameras, as the sensor is small and needs more light than a full frame sensor. The HS35100 is weather sealed, and may be better build quality than the 35-100/F4 lens. Both lenses have image stabilization, but I don't know how that feature compares between lenses. Know that the firmware for the HS35100 was updated last year, which fixed a "jitter" problem with that lens. It works quite well now. I hope this information is of some... » Read More The HS35100 has a larger F stop (F2.8) which means it is a "faster" (or more light sensitive) lens. This is important with micro four thirds cameras, as the sensor is small and needs more light than a full frame sensor. The HS35100 is weather sealed, and may be better build quality than the 35-100/F4 lens. Both lenses have image stabilization, but I don't know how that feature compares between lenses. Know that the firmware for the HS35100 was updated last year, which fixed a "jitter" problem with that lens. It works quite well now. I hope this information is of some help to you. « Show Less
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I think I am going to opt for the S95, but the DMC-LX5 has just a tad better specs (longer batter life, closer focusing, more frames-per-second, broader range of shutter speed), but the S90 just looks so much better and the front user-defined adjustment ring may just be enough -- all at a lower price.
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In my package was Transcend SDHC 300x, Class 10. It is sufficiently fast. Tripod is a no-name (Zeikos), bad quality, practically unusable. Rest of the bundle is also no-name (mostly Zeikos). Practically, only SD card and extra battery (also no-name) was useful to me. SD card reader is probably also OK (but I have one integrated in my laptop), HDMI cable will most probably work too. The rest is more or less crap or not fitting (case). Considering the bundle is priced the same as the camera alone, it is still definitely worth it.
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I was in the same dilemma when these two products were announced. In the end I bought both and tried out... and finally returned the 4500 and kept the S95. I really liked the better PQ, wider lens, more powerful flash, and better low light performance of S95 over 4500.
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Well, for a professional job the twin turbo ceramic ionic is the best one. The 3500 works but not as well as the 3200.
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I was just debating the SX20 vs SX30, so I was really glad to find this discussion. I assumed the 30 would be an improvement, but it sounds from this discussion and many customer reviews that 20 is a better choice for image quality.
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Consider also the SD780, which is: 1. Canon's smallest Elph ever; 2. the only Elph with a tunnel-vision viewfinder; 3. the highest-rated Elph by the largest number of actual users. Otherwise, look to the more current Elph 300, a value and a genuine step upward in terms of focal length (24mm wide angle), power (5:1 telephoto), video (1080p), available light shots (HS system) and "feel" despite being almost as tiny as the SD780. Don't be misled by 100/300/500 categories or tempted to overpay for a Canon Elph 110. It was fine to spend over $200 for an Elph in 2009, but after 2010 the improvement in smartphone cameras has caused Canon to lower its prices to compete. Consider also the SD780, which is: 1. Canon's smallest Elph ever; 2. the only Elph with a tunnel-vision viewfinder; 3. the highest-rated Elph by the largest number of actual users. Otherwise, look to the more current Elph 300, a value and a genuine step upward in terms of focal length (24mm wide angle), power (5:1 telephoto), video (1080p), available light shots (HS system) and "feel" despite being almost as tiny as the SD780. Don't be misled by 100/300/500 categories or tempted to overpay for a Canon Elph 110. It was fine to spend over $200 for an Elph in 2009, but after 2010 the... » Read More Consider also the SD780, which is: 1. Canon's smallest Elph ever; 2. the only Elph with a tunnel-vision viewfinder; 3. the highest-rated Elph by the largest number of actual users. Otherwise, look to the more current Elph 300, a value and a genuine step upward in terms of focal length (24mm wide angle), power (5:1 telephoto), video (1080p), available light shots (HS system) and "feel" despite being almost as tiny as the SD780. Don't be misled by 100/300/500 categories or tempted to overpay for a Canon Elph 110. It was fine to spend over $200 for an Elph in 2009, but after 2010 the improvement in smartphone cameras has caused Canon to lower its prices to compete. « Show Less
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Looks like the ELPH 300 sports a wider angle lens (24mm) than the ELPH 100 (28mm) and a 5x zoom, vs. the 4x zoom on the ELPH 100. The back interface is also different. The 300 offers several more buttons, including one-touch video mode, and a 2.7" LCD screen. The 100 has fewer buttons and a 3" LCD screen. That 24mm lens sounds especially good to me. I also prefer more buttons vs. a larger screen, and obviously the 5x zoom is an advantage. I'm going to give the ELPH 300 a shot. EDIT: Also read that the 100 does not optically zoom during video, but I'm not sure of that. Worth checking out if it's important to you. I know the 300 supports optical zoom during video, which for me is important.
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Sorry, this post was really old! But in case you tracked it, how do you like the S200exr? I have the HS10 but am wondering if the latter would have been a better choice for sharper pictures.
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I would get a 3000 pure sine GP-SW3000-12. I can't find the 3000HD one to be UL listed.
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I have the 18-200 and have enjoyed it. If you are absolutely sure you will never go FX, the 18-200 is a good choice. For less money, I would prefer the 28-300 instead of 18-300, if you ever want to move to FX.
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I have had 3 of these Canon SX-50 HS cameras now and still use it. I think this is about the best Bridge Camera to get. I have lately debating if I should upgrade to the larger and newer Canon SX-60 HS or Nikon's new P900. Both cameras are very expensive with same sized CMOS sensors in them that the Canon SX-50 HS has. I have heard of focusing issues with the newer Canon SX-60 HS camera from a handful of folks with that camera already and the new Nikon P900 has just been introduced and too new for me to get enough reviews to consider getting this camera. The Canon SX-50 HS has and still consistently takes great photos for me, indoors and outdoors. I am pleased with the Canon SX-50 HS camera. I have had 3 of these Canon SX-50 HS cameras now and still use it. I think this is about the best Bridge Camera to get. I have lately debating if I should upgrade to the larger and newer Canon SX-60 HS or Nikon's new P900. Both cameras are very expensive with same sized CMOS sensors in them that the Canon SX-50 HS has. I have heard of focusing issues with the newer Canon SX-60 HS camera from a handful of folks with that camera already and the new Nikon P900 has just been introduced and too new for me to get enough reviews to consider getting this camera. The Canon SX-50 HS has and still... » Read More I have had 3 of these Canon SX-50 HS cameras now and still use it. I think this is about the best Bridge Camera to get. I have lately debating if I should upgrade to the larger and newer Canon SX-60 HS or Nikon's new P900. Both cameras are very expensive with same sized CMOS sensors in them that the Canon SX-50 HS has. I have heard of focusing issues with the newer Canon SX-60 HS camera from a handful of folks with that camera already and the new Nikon P900 has just been introduced and too new for me to get enough reviews to consider getting this camera. The Canon SX-50 HS has and still consistently takes great photos for me, indoors and outdoors. I am pleased with the Canon SX-50 HS camera. « Show Less
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ditto I have the same questions before puchasing anything. I'm leaning toward Le Pan but curious how TC970 compares to the newer LePan II. Is it worth the $80. Why purchase for $249 from HSN when Amazon is 199? What do you get for the extra $49?
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I have the HS10 and am wondering if the 200EXR is a better buy at just $399. I have heard that they don't make this camera anymore.
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Better yet, if you swing it, get a used S95 or an S100. Any issue with the S100 return it and get a new one. A slightly larger camera (and better camera) is the Panasonic LX5. Great lens, larger sensor, better video (even if it's not 1080).
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The SX280hs has had firmware/battery issues. An update has been issued with reported varied results. I gave up and went with the SX260hs. WiFi and the next generation processor are the differences the SX280HS offer, but other issues make it a paperweight. The SX260hs takes great pictures right out of the box.