Spec me camera for gf

ringo747 · 22 Apr 2008 at 08:33

Hi,

Gfs birthday coming up soon and want to get her a new camera. Deisred features are:

-small enough to go into handbag easily (she likes the real thin ones)
-good in low light
-easy to use but manual features available
-decentish zoom (not sure what zoom is good on a point-and-shoot)
-great quality obviously

I would assume Canon or Sony are the best but any other suggestions are welcome. Basically looking for the best point and shoot that a beginner can easily use but stlll boasting excellent quality and below a budget of around £150 (maybe more if necessary)

Thanks in advance

ringo747 · 22 Apr 2008 at 17:24

thanks for the info guys - id be happy to go along with canon as my bro has canon dslr cameras and they seem great job. Just as long as it is good enough camera with enough features but still maintaining enough 'girlyness'!

ringo747 · 27 Apr 2008 at 15:34

Sorry guys to restart this thread again but any more recommendations on particular models to look at? Also what online sites would you recommend to purchase from?

ringo747 · 28 Apr 2008 at 22:05

thanks for the advice - had been looking again at the Ixus 75 and it seems real nice wee machine. Will report back if I purchase anything!

ringo747 · 30 Apr 2008 at 08:10

Sorry guys I have more questions... I was looking at the Ixus 950 IS now which has great reviews - is the 'IS' worth gettinng? Is this image stabiliser? How much of an advantage is it?

ringo747 · 1 May 2008 at 19:41

Anyone? Any final thoughts before I purchase?

ringo747 · 2 Jun 2008 at 13:18

just an update to this thread - bought a canon ixus 75 - really really pleased with it. Great small size, easy to use and takes great photos. Thanks for all the advice.