Best compact 3MP+, 2x+ optical zoom digicam for under $200?

[Lucky]

New or used, as long as it's a fairly recent model and pretty compact. Something like the Canon A400, but CF instead of SD. (I'm aware the A300 fits the bill, but I'm looking to expand my brand horizons as well.)

thanks!

 

[sniperruff]

compact flash = canon + nikon. pick one of those.

 

[Brackis]

A new canon a95 is around $250 shipped these days, so I am guessing you could get a used one for around 200. Or the a85.

 

[GhettoFob]

for a little above $200, canon s410

 

[Lucky]

Originally posted by: sniperruff
compact flash = canon + nikon. pick one of those.

is that really all the choices available?

 

[Lucky]

any other suggestions (models? used is OK!)

 

[zainali]

check out fw for canon s410/s500. couple of places have them on clearance for around $150-200

 

[Actaeon]

Any particular reason why CF and not SD?

I know a perfect SD camera.

 

[RossMAN]

Originally posted by: Actaeon
Any particular reason why CF and not SD?

I know a perfect SD camera.

I'm curious, what is it?

There are some GREAT Hot Deals on SD media.

 

[Actaeon]

I think the Canon SD200 would be perfect for him.

$206 + 12 shipping = $218 shipped

3.2MP, 3x Optical Zoom, fantastic videos, 2" LCD, and as compact as you can get. I have the SD300 and it has been great.

 

[Svnla]

I vote for the Canon. I have the older model A40 and I like it.

 

[NutBucket]

Originally posted by: Lucky
any other suggestions (models? used is OK!)

I have an S200. Pretty sure there's a 3MP version of it. Uses CF and takes great shots (when there's enough light anyway).

 

[Shawn]

Why CF? My old camera had CF and I like it a lot but why limit yourself?

 

[UpgradeFailure]

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: Actaeon


There are some GREAT Hot Deals on SD media.

Link? I could use some

 

[Lucky]

Originally posted by: Shawn
Why CF? My old camera had CF and I like it a lot but why limit yourself?

because I've got gigs of CF media, and I like it. I want my media to be the same across the board.