View Full Version : P&S recommendation for 12 yr. old?
Bill W
06-22-2009, 10:15 AM
At the last few family gatherings my niece has followed me around just watching me.
This past wkend she expressed an interest in taking pics....so I'm wondering what would be a good beginner's P&S.......thoughts?
Thanks
Bill
Tell us what's the budget.
Is it going to be a Canon or doesn't matter?
Bill W
06-22-2009, 11:07 AM
Yeah, you're right Oren....a monetary figure would help. +/- 150 by say 15%.
Just no Nikons....don't ask.
Thanks
alexniedra
06-22-2009, 11:34 AM
My brother (12 years) is using the Canon SD1100 IS. In fact, I was using one until my parents got their Xti. It's a pretty cool camera - Does what it's supposed to, and has some pretty cool features, like Photostitch, which helps when making panoramas. They recently discontinued the SD1100 and B&H is now selling the SD1200 IS. Check it out. ("http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/605257-REG/Canon_3450B001_PowerShot_SD1200_IS_Digital.html#re views)
At $200, it might be just a bit out of your price range, though.
Just no Nikons....don't ask.
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Madison
06-22-2009, 11:51 AM
Oops I was going to say Powershot D10 because it's waterproof, dust resistant and can handle a shock or two (seeing as this will be in the hands of a kid). But that is nearly twice the price. So that is no option I guess? I think something like that would rock for a 12 year old.
Rodger
06-22-2009, 12:45 PM
Going back to alex's post, if the SD1200 IS is out of the price range, you ought to be able to find a SD1100 IS on ebay from a legit seller for less. I know that kind of goes without saying but I said it anyways.
Haha my best friend has a Nikon.. we have alot of brand superiority discussions and whenever someone comes to either of us with questions on what gear to buy, they get completely different answers.
How about $90 Canon A470?
Mark Elberson
06-23-2009, 10:49 AM
How about this : Canon Powershot A720 IS Digital Camera Kit - Refurbished ("http://www.adorama.com/ICAA720R.html?searchinfo=Canon+Refurbished)
It's $149.95 at Adorama.
Jarhead5811
06-23-2009, 06:44 PM
Newegg.com has this Canon PowerShot A480 Silver 10.0 MP 2.5" 115K LCD 3.3X Optical Zoom Digital Camera ("http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16830120328)for $119.95.