2 years, 6 months ago
What's a good digital camera to buy for my wife?
It should be able to fit in her front jeans pocket, be super easy to use, durable (maybe even waterproof) and under $200 street price. Will mainly be used for kids, day trips and vacations.
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You can choose from this top 5 cameras based on reviews at cnet.com.
If your wife is a professional photographer this is for her:
Canon EOS 5D Mark II (body only)
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1. The Canon EOS 5D Mark II delivers the fluid shooting experience and fine photos you expect from a professional model.
Price:$2,605.91 - $2,899.00
2.For entry level:
Nikon D5000 (with 18-55mm lens)
Nikon packs a lot of features, great performance, and good photo quality into the D5000, making it an excellent value for the money.
Price:$679.99 - $849.99
3. Canon PowerShot S90
As long as you're not expecting dSLR speed in a tiny body, the Canon PowerShot S90 is an excellent compact camera for advanced amateurs.
Price:$428.88 - $430.00
4. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 (with 20mm lens)
The best interchangeable-lens compact we've see thus far, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 delivers great photo quality and performance in an enthusiast-friendly shooting experience.
Price:$899.95 - $1,299.99
5. Kodak EasyShare Z915 (blue)
When your budget won't stretch far, you don't have a lot of choices. Among the handful of decent digital cameras less than $200, the Kodak EasyShare Z915 will fill your camera needs without emptying your wallet.
Price:$154.95 - $199.99
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If your wife is a professional photographer this is for her:
Canon EOS 5D Mark II (body only)
---quote---
1. The Canon EOS 5D Mark II delivers the fluid shooting experience and fine photos you expect from a professional model.
Price:$2,605.91 - $2,899.00
2.For entry level:
Nikon D5000 (with 18-55mm lens)
Nikon packs a lot of features, great performance, and good photo quality into the D5000, making it an excellent value for the money.
Price:$679.99 - $849.99
3. Canon PowerShot S90
As long as you're not expecting dSLR speed in a tiny body, the Canon PowerShot S90 is an excellent compact camera for advanced amateurs.
Price:$428.88 - $430.00
4. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 (with 20mm lens)
The best interchangeable-lens compact we've see thus far, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 delivers great photo quality and performance in an enthusiast-friendly shooting experience.
Price:$899.95 - $1,299.99
5. Kodak EasyShare Z915 (blue)
When your budget won't stretch far, you don't have a lot of choices. Among the handful of decent digital cameras less than $200, the Kodak EasyShare Z915 will fill your camera needs without emptying your wallet.
Price:$154.95 - $199.99
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