[Bouche]

Helloo.
I'm looking into the Fuji make, compact flash, 10megapixels+. Digital photography is becoming a hobby of mine so I want the camera to be right for me so I can keep it for a lengthly time. However, I'm not sure which camera to buy yet and if it's going to be right for me.
Any sugestions for a camera for me?>
Also, I'd rather not buy a camera online so any shops and such I could maybe "try out" or take a look at the camera before purchasing?>
Keep in mind that I am very young and every penny counts for me. I'm willing to spend up to £300.

Thank you all! X

[jcdill]

It is a bit unrealistic to expect a "point and shoot" camera to last for a lengthy time. They are not built very sturdily, and once the warranty expires any problem with the camera is usually too expensive, the repair exceeds the value of the camera.

To get the best value for your money, look at buying a camera online from a reputable vendor (such as amazon.com), preferably a model that has just been replaced with a newer model and the older models have been reduced in price. That is the best value.

I don't know anything about specific Fuji models so I can't advise you on specific models. However, my experience has been that in a given price range the models are very similar for most purposes. Unless you have a specific purpose that utilizes a specific feature that might be found on one model but not another, there is no major difference between models.

[Digipix]

Hi there friend,

It's a great question. Many people just starting in digital photography ask the same question. A camera is important because its your "tool". I've been teaching people like yourself, digital photography, for the past few years. I can advise a whole number of things when considering another camera but the main things are to think about what you want to do.

If taking "basic family album" type of shots is what you are after then a small point and shoot might be fine. If you are interested in digital photography then the more you learn,the more you'll want to do, thus do your research with the type of camera you want.

A couple of pointers I can give you are: your lens. You won't have full access over your shutter and aperture which means you can't really manually control the light coming in, but your lens is important.

Your lens is what gives your pictures clarity and sharp detail, and clear focus. What ever camera you choose, always consider your lens.

I hope this helps. Come and visit me at my website if you need more help. I can send you a couple of things to help.

Amy
www.DigitalPhotographySuccess.com
www.www.DigitalPhotographySecrets.com