Well thanks largely from my rendezvous at Sitex, i managed to buy 3 digital cameras. Amazing for me since i have never own a digital camera. One for myself and 2 others for my family. The deals were good and Sitex was indeed the place to be as it gave many free gifts included as a package. I have always preferred conventional cameras compared to digital ones. But i guess it’s about time to catch up with the modern world.

Basically, i was looking for a camera thats

• Easy to use, no frills (am not a professional photographer; just give me the basics)
• Slim and stylish
• Versatile & light enough to carry around.
• Costs around S$300

The only brands that i trust were the usual Sony, Nikon, Canon and Olympus as they have always traditionally been camera brands. However, Canon was too expensive and i didn’t quite like the Olympus designs. SO finally decided to look only at Sony & Nikon.

For Sony, i was looking at the DCS800

Specifications

• 8.1 megapixels
• 6x optical zoom, 12x digital zoom, up to 30 smart zoom
• Large 2.5-inch (6.2cm) LCD screen
• 56MB internal memory
• 2cm macro for close-up shooting
• PictBridge for direct connection to printer without need for PC
• STAMINA battery life, up to 390 shots (CIPA standard with LCD screen on)

It’s disadvantages are that firstly it uses AA batteries and meant that i had to get rechargeable ones. Also, its kinda bulky and fat. Other than that, it ‘s a dream camera.

It was retailed at S$450 dollars under Harvey Norman. However, my brother was indeed a very fortunate man as he got it at only S$225. It was marked as a sale item and had limited stock.

For the other cameras, i was looking at Nikon and finally decided on the Nikon Coolpix L14 and S200. The L14 for my Uncle and the S200 for my family.

Nikon Coolpix L14

Specifications

• 1,000 Shots with Energizer® e²® Lithium® AA Batteries
• 7.1 megapixels
• 3x Optical Zoom-Nikkor Glass Lens
• Incredible, Bright 2.4-inch LCD
• In-camera Red-Eye Fix™
• Face-Priority AF
• D-Lighting

The camera functions are good and it’s easy to use. However, again it uses 2 AA batteries and it has a moving lens that makes it look big when taking pictures. I bought it for S$299.

Fai @ ilovelookinggood

Finally, MY FAVOURITE CAMERA the Nikon Coolpix S200. From the moment I saw it, i went like wow! It’s stylish, sleek, slim, cool and packs quite a punch with it free goodies. It had an LCD screen protector, 2 2gb memory card, case, tripod stand, camera cleaning kit and wiping cloth.

Specifications

• 7.1 megapixels
• 2.5 inch TFT LCD
• Auto Focus: Center AF point contrast detection autofocus system
• Flash: Multi mode (Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill Flash, Slow Synch, and Off)
• Memory Storage Media: SD/SDHC/MMC
• Image File Format: JPEG
• Connectivity: USB 2.0HS & A/V out
• Power: Nikon EN-EL10 Li-ion battery

Initially, it was retailed at S$399. However, thanks to the S$60 Harvey Norman voucher, I was able to get it for S$339. Also, the sales staff were kind enough to throw in another 2gb memory card (3 in total). I really love this camera and love the quality of the pictures and how slim it is to carry it along anywhere. Indeed, it has turned me into a trigger-happy photographer. Now then, give me a big smile!

Fai @ ilovelookinggood