Here are the requirements... Price range: 1k - 2k (RM) Pixels: 3 - 4 million Size: Compact (Can fit in pocket) Optical Zoom: 3x Digital Zoom: 3x or 4x Currently there are two models in my mind... The Minolta DiMage Xt and the Canon Ixus 400 (aka S400). Which one is better? Was looking at the Olympus weatherproof cameras too but then they don't have audio in their video recording Was also looking at Nikon's but their physical look doesn't appeal to me So, my dear experts... What is your advice?
seems like he wants a super compact.. i'd suggest the Nikon CP SQ but well, since u don't like the design.. which i find pretty nice
My friend has the S400. I've seen some of his shots taken during a trip to Hanoi - pictures are sharp and excellent colours. I've tested the Dimage Xt - it's lighter and more portable than the S400. Also takes good and sharp pictures, but compared to the S400 I like Canon's colour reproduction better. I've also tested the Nikon CP SQ - nice looking camera and cool swivel lens but IMHO image quality isn't up to par with the Minolta and Canon. Then of course there's the A70 - very popular because of it's price and features. I'm sure Zue can elaborate further! atwl
Alrite, I bought the Minolta DiMage Xt. RM1550 + extra 128MB memory card + tripod. Let's see... It's very light and compact - Takes good quality pictures (.TIFF format support available, but takes up a LOT of space) - Very fast startup time (around 1 sec) - ... Okay, now the BAD points... Weak macro functionality... No manual control over shutter / aperture But I suppose I can get used to living without 'em Will post sample pics later but so far I couldn't get a good 'subject' yet...