Scion XD Forum - View Single Post - If you would educate me on entry level DSLR cameras.

x2cafn8dx · 05-06-2010, 07:06 PM

I have heard Nikons are good. I LOVE me some Canons though. I had an S2 IS a few years ago.. great camera.. 5 megapixel 12x optical zoom. I bought it about 5 years ago.

There are two Canon Cameras I am interested in now. Both of which are Powershots and do not require lenses.

This is the first:
PowerShot SX1 IS - $599.99 Suggested Retail
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/co...ModelDetailAct

FEATURES:

Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels at 30 fps) movie mode plus HDMI output for easy playback of video and photos on your HDTV.

The first PowerShot camera to feature a 10.0 Megapixel Canon CMOS sensor for superb image quality.

28mm wide-angle 20x Optical Zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer.

Large 2.8-inch Vari-angle LCD widescreen for flexible viewing at nearly every angle, plus a viewfinder for more shooting options.

Full range of shooting and recording modes including RAW + JPEG for the ultimate creative control.

DIGIC 4 Image Processor has evolved Face Detection Technology that tracks the faces of moving subjects and lets the shooter enter the frame seamlessly with the Face Detection Self-timer.

With 25 Shooting Modes including 12 Special Scene Modes, you're ready for whatever shot comes your way.

Print/Share Button for easy direct printing and downloading, plus ID Photo Print and Movie Print with select PIXMA Inkjet Photo Printers and SELPHY Compact Photo Printers.

View Sample Images

And this one:
PowerShot SX20 IS - $399.99 Suggested Retail
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/co...ModelDetailAct

FEATURES:

This high-powered 20x Wide-angle Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer reduces camera shake so you achieve magnificent images whether you are up close or far away.

Provides flexibility to use the optical zoom while shooting superb 720p HD movies with stereo sound so you can fully capture those fun, memorable moments, with an HDMI output connector for easy playback on your HDTV.

Improved Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 22 predefined shooting situations.

This classically styled DIGIC 4 Image Processor, 12.1 Megapixel camera is a perfect device for any shooter!

Large 2.5-inch Vari-angle LCD enables easy viewing.

This AA battery powered camera enables you to easily power up.

View Sample Images

From what I can see.. it's 10 megapixel vs 12.1, but the first camera has way better HD video capabilities. The second one is cheaper and if you just want it for pictures.. I would go toward that one

sorry for the long post. I say research. This is the type of digital camera I prefer. I don't like messing with lenses or carting around alot of equipment. figured I would share

05-06-2010, 07:06 PM	#2
x2cafn8dx OG Member Full Access Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Auburn WA Name: 2cafn8d Age: 45 Posts: 264	I have heard Nikons are good. I LOVE me some Canons though. I had an S2 IS a few years ago.. great camera.. 5 megapixel 12x optical zoom. I bought it about 5 years ago. There are two Canon Cameras I am interested in now. Both of which are Powershots and do not require lenses. This is the first: PowerShot SX1 IS - $599.99 Suggested Retail http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/co...ModelDetailAct FEATURES: Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels at 30 fps) movie mode plus HDMI output for easy playback of video and photos on your HDTV. The first PowerShot camera to feature a 10.0 Megapixel Canon CMOS sensor for superb image quality. 28mm wide-angle 20x Optical Zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer. Large 2.8-inch Vari-angle LCD widescreen for flexible viewing at nearly every angle, plus a viewfinder for more shooting options. Full range of shooting and recording modes including RAW + JPEG for the ultimate creative control. DIGIC 4 Image Processor has evolved Face Detection Technology that tracks the faces of moving subjects and lets the shooter enter the frame seamlessly with the Face Detection Self-timer. With 25 Shooting Modes including 12 Special Scene Modes, you're ready for whatever shot comes your way. Print/Share Button for easy direct printing and downloading, plus ID Photo Print and Movie Print with select PIXMA Inkjet Photo Printers and SELPHY Compact Photo Printers. View Sample Images And this one: PowerShot SX20 IS - $399.99 Suggested Retail http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/co...ModelDetailAct FEATURES: This high-powered 20x Wide-angle Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer reduces camera shake so you achieve magnificent images whether you are up close or far away. Provides flexibility to use the optical zoom while shooting superb 720p HD movies with stereo sound so you can fully capture those fun, memorable moments, with an HDMI output connector for easy playback on your HDTV. Improved Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 22 predefined shooting situations. This classically styled DIGIC 4 Image Processor, 12.1 Megapixel camera is a perfect device for any shooter! Large 2.5-inch Vari-angle LCD enables easy viewing. This AA battery powered camera enables you to easily power up. View Sample Images From what I can see.. it's 10 megapixel vs 12.1, but the first camera has way better HD video capabilities. The second one is cheaper and if you just want it for pictures.. I would go toward that one sorry for the long post. I say research. This is the type of digital camera I prefer. I don't like messing with lenses or carting around alot of equipment. figured I would share