I purchased this camera from a popular retail store (blue and yellow) for almost a couple of hundred dollars cheaper than here.
First, I've learned to use cameras throughout many years. This is a point-and-shoot, so it's not difficult to really learn it. In every mode (Auto, M, AV, TV) pictures came out blurry unless me AND the subject(s) were totally, totally still. Those that came out sharp and clear looked really good. Macro shots were impossible.
Forget about using the flash. You press the button and go ahead and make a sandwich or a cup of coffee because that's how long it takes for the flash to go off. It's ridiculous.
After months of this camera ruining perfect events such as my sister's wedding and New Year's Eve, I sold this and plan to purchase an actual dSLR. It's sad when you have to rely on a cheap Sony CyberShot point-and-shoot to take photos better than this junk.
BTW, the camera was not defective, it's been looked at by numerous photographers and a reputable shop.
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This is an excellent camera for anyone! I do professional photography and typically use a DSLR that was quite costly and of course not the kind of thing you can throw in your purse. This is a great camera to keep on hand for impromptu family events, or just have around the house. It has a point and shoot option, but also allows the photographer to control the settings as they would with a much more expensive camera. I would highly recommend also purchasing an external flash as the quality of your pictures will be noticeably improved. The only downside I have noticed is having to get used to the automatic focusing, but that is certainly manageable. Great great camera!!!
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I have had this camera for over a year now, and I still love it. The one sore point is the lense cover which falls off far too easy.
I have used the camera inside and out, on moving and stationary targets, and I have used the video features also. All work great. I agree with some of the reviews, make sure and get good batteries, and a high quality SDHC card, for the video the high speed card is a must. The audio recording is good for inside, in wind you do pick up noise though. I have used the video for camel races, kids, going away speeches and dance troops, all turned out well. I was very pleased with that, as one of the reasons I choose this camera was the video function.
Over all a great deal, I have a friend who was so impressed with mine, he bought his wife one for her birthday, and they have been very happy with theirs also.
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First of all let me tell you that I'm not a pro. I'm just a normal person who likes to take pictures of normal activities with the family (parties, BBQ, vacations, etc).
I bought this camera early on 2008 (a replacement for my old canon camera) and wanted something more powerful but having at the same time something affordable. I found a great package and great price too.
I review lots of cameras and this was my choice. Excellent, it has a lot of features, which I'm not going to mention because the other reviews have them.
The picture quality is great, it's fast. It gives you a lot of options; I'm still learning how to use most of them.
When you plug it into the computer, the software is easy to use and if you take pictures and movies on the same card it will automatically separate them. It's just plug_and_play.
This is not a pro SLR, keep that in mind, but if you're not a pro (like me) and want some decent camera (at a good price), this is the one.
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This camera is wonderfull,the pictures are great,flash or options.
The cap is the problem,each time it fells,on evey sudden move or even if you touch it easily it fells.
All in all I am really satisfied with the camera,but it could be better.The worst thing that happened to me,was from the shop that I bought it,Circuit city,they are not serious,they send me the camera really late,and when I call to see what happened they just hung up on me.
Very rood,just avoid Circuit City.
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