Which Digital camera

[aces170]

Hello ppl

I need a digital camera for my sister, she is an textile designr and she need to click pics for her products ( ie cushion covers, curtains, bedsheets etc) from her sites. Can you ppl please advise what would be the ideal camera ?

I do not know anything about cameras, my budget is $ 300 to 350$ max. Also if you know any active forums for the same you can direct me.

Thank you
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[swatoke]

Here are a few pretty good cameras in your price range. From my experience as long as you stick with a camera made by a manufacturer that has made cameras for a number of years you will be ok.

Fujifilm FinePix S602 Zoom

Canon PowerShot A85

Nikon Coolpix 4100

Usefilm forum

I am a member with Usefilm, I think you can use the forum if you are a non member but not sure. Hope this helps

 

[aces170]

Thank you, I have narrowed down to Canon Powershot A95, and A85. I will be buying from newegg.com as it is simply awesome I have ordered many computer parts from there.

What do you think is better A85 or A95 ?

 

[swatoke]

Both the A85 and A95 are good choices, the A95 is a 5 megapixel camera. It would be the better choice if you are willing to spend the extra money. Here is a link to a website that is known for its reviews on digital cameras. PowerShot A95

 

[bigal40]

Don't count out the Sony dsc-p93. I have the older version of it (the dsc-p92) and i love it. Only $266 from Newegg

 

[Wingznut]

Originally posted by: aces170
Thank you, I have narrowed down to Canon Powershot A95, and A85. I will be buying from newegg.com as it is simply awesome I have ordered many computer parts from there.

What do you think is better A85 or A95 ?

You'll be happy with either... Personally, I like the smaller size of the S series.

 

[xsilver]

Originally posted by: bigal40
Don't count out the Sony dsc-p93. I have the older version of it (the dsc-p92) and i love it. Only $266 from Newegg

Really? I have a p10 which is very similar -- it sucks big time .... shutter speed never corresponds with what u set, therefore indoor movement shots are all blurry -- did u notice this?

I used to have a canon s50, didn't notice this happening.....

 

[bigal40]

I am just a casual user so i just have all the shutter timings and stuff set to auto. I notice i get an occasional blurry shot if i don't hold the camera still but it is nothing that really bothers me that much.

 

[rstove02]

Don't forget to factor in the cost of possible accessories for the camera like:

1) NiMH rechargable batteries
2) Battery charger and/or direct AC adaptor
3) Larger memory card than what comes with camera
4) Tripod
5) Carrying case
6) Photo quality printer

 

[BW86]

S602Z is a great camera

 

[GreatBarracuda]

Originally posted by: rstove02
Don't forget to factor in the cost of possible accessories for the camera like:

1) NiMH rechargable batteries
2) Battery charger and/or direct AC adaptor
3) Larger memory card than what comes with camera
4) Tripod
5) Carrying case
6) Photo quality printer

Exactly! These accessories do cost money after the initial purchase and are a pain if they are not included.

 

[gsellis]

Originally posted by: aces170
Hello ppl

I need a digital camera for my sister, she is an textile designr and she need to click pics for her products ( ie cushion covers, curtains, bedsheets etc) from her sites. Can you ppl please advise what would be the ideal camera ?

I do not know anything about cameras, my budget is $ 300 to 350$ max. Also if you know any active forums for the same you can direct me.

Thank you
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My mom has a 5MP camera that she uses for such, which is fantastic, but it was a gift.

Since your sister has to deal with lighting off of glass and needs closeups, do not ignore features such as the ability to screw in a filter and macro of less than a foot. A polarized filter may help with some exhibits to remove a reflection from glass.

Here is a fairly good review site
Steve's Digicam

I know that color accurate should be high on the list. So, do check to see if the camera does have a tendency to wash out colors, add red or blue, etc. Some of the Japanese silk stuff can have subtitle shading that would be missed by a poor camera.

Edit - just re-read, maybe your sister does not have to deal with exhibits where stuff is mounted and possibly under glass.

Edit - Edit - BTW, these were the conditions I know of. Your sister is doing her own stuff, but if she does take pictures of exhibits, this might be what it is like. Note that the pictures here are kind of lifeless.

Embroiderer's Guild Gallery

Edit again - OK, Last time, I PROMISE Don't forget lighting. A good light source (not just a lamp) will help bring out any color and add to the texture of her shots.