Originally posted by: virtualgames0
Pretty much sums up the canon fanboys on these forums.
If you're trying to look for an accurate and objective consensus on these forums for cameras, I don't think you'll get it
Anyways, I doubt most people voting even know about more than 1-2 cameras on that list at most, so they'll generally choose what they know. So I think it's best that you do research yourself and find what suits you best rather than look for a consensus here.
Anyways, I chose the Casio Exlim.
And you being an anti-canon person makes your opinion just as biased. There is a reason people recommend Canon, and that reason is is they have a history of fine cameras that consistently review among the top in the consumer models. While the first comment you quoted may be excessive the last is certainly valid. A person who has loved their experience with a camera should never have his opinion be called one of a "fanboy".
So instead of lowering yourself to the level of the Canon fanboys, you recommend the Casio. Lets look at the review...
If the Exilim EX-S500's photo quality was better I'd have no problem recommending it. However, it consistently disappointed me where other cameras do not. While it has a lot of potential, your money would be better spent on another camera.
What I liked:
* Ultra-thin metal body comes in three colors
* Above average 2.2" LCD display
* Robust performance
* Anti-shake system (though see issues below)
* Limited manual controls
* AF-assist lamp; good low light focusing
* Excellent movie mode
* Tons of scene modes
What I didn't care for:
* Very soft and noisy images
* Electronic image stabilizer doesn't work as well as optically based systems; cannot be used in movie mode
* High ISO settings are too noisy and camera likes to use them with certain Best Shot modes
* Unimpressive continuous shooting mode
* LCD resolution could be better
* Weak flash
* USB and video out requires use of camera dock
* No memory card included; just 8.3 MB of on-board memory
* Full camera manual only on CD-ROM
Not exactly stellar...
Now lets take a look at Canon's review
Overall I recommend the SD400, but if you can swing it, I'd buy the SD500 instead. While it's a bit bigger, it takes better pictures and has both a more powerful flash and a longer-lasting battery.
What I liked:
* Very good photo quality (though see issues below)
* Compact and very thin metal body
* Blazing performance
* First rate movie and continuous shooting modes
* Unique My Colors feature
* LCD visible in low light
* AF-assist lamp; good low light focusing
* USB 2.0 High Speed support
* Optional underwater case and external slave flash
What I didn't care for:
* Images noisier/softer than I would've liked
* Redeye
* Some corner softness and purple fringing
* Cheap plastic door over memory card / battery compartment
* Battery life isn't great
* Can't swap memory cards while camera is on a tripod
* More manual controls would be nice
* Tiny memory card included
This is from the SD400 review as they have not yet rated the 450, but seeing as they are based on the same camera, I would have to say it will be similar(sans larger screen and such)
Lastly, here is the 620 review summary:
I've pretty much slipped all of my complaints into the preceding paragraphs, which is great news for the A620. This is one of the best cameras in its class, offering something for just about everyone, from beginner to enthusiast. If you want a midsized camera that won't require a second mortgage, the PowerShot A620 is definitely worth a look.
What I liked:
* Excellent photo quality
* Full manual controls
* Flip-out, rotating LCD display; LCD visible in low light
* Impressive performance
* AF-assist lamp
* Very good movie and continuous shooting features (with appropriate memory card)
* Excellent battery life (with decent NiMH batteries)
* Support for conversion lenses and external slave flash
* Camera can be controller from your Mac or PC
* USB 2.0 High Speed support
* Unique My Colors feature
What I didn't care for:
* Redeye
* ISO 400 doesn't seem to be usable
* No rechargeable batteries included
* No diopter correction knob; plastic tripod mount
Better than the others! This is mainly because of the problems with ultra-compact cameras. However, it is another excellent camera.
Now unfortunately, unlike the others, you can't just call me a Canon fanboy and say my opinion is crap. I voted for the SD450 earlier, but as you can see I also mentioned that I think the Z1 deserves more attention than it was getting. The Sony has lots of problems with redeye, soft images and a weak flash, so I couldn't recommend that. I have not had any one on one experience with the Olympus so I can't comment on that model.
So, as you can see, there is a reason people SHOULD recommend Canon cameras. Maybe they shouldn't say that they are better than every other camera out there, but they are usually a "safe bet". I can't see how you can recommend the Casio over the Z1 and 450 with reviews like that.
In summary, OP take a look at the Canon SD450 and Fuji Z1, I think you will like both and just choose whichever is better for you.
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