Can anyone advise me on the best digital camera for under $200?

I have looked at the Fuji s700 and s1000, and both seem to be what I need. I'd appreciate any direction to one or the other or even a different camera. Thanks.Can anyone advise me on the best digital camera for under $200?
In new cameras, look for optical viewfinders (LCD invisible in bright sun) and check battery prices. Also, high mega pixel settings take longer to process and may not be needed unless required for very large pictures or enlarging small parts of big pictures. Maximum print size for a 3 mega pixel setting is 8 x 10 inches. Click links below for more details.


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While most of the cameras out there are really good, I would choose Canon over Nikon because it seems like more camera for the money. Some would say Canon withholds their best technology for high end cameras and Nikon implements their best at all levels. Before you decide, read all the text and links in the information below because it will help you know what to look for in a camera.





There are so many cameras out there it is difficult to say which is best, but digital is definitely the way to go. The second source link will be very helpful as it list most of the cameras out there with prices. The following information should help you know what to look for in a camera.





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The short answer is that it is mostly the skill of the photographer that produces high quality pictures. The lens and camera are very important, but the ability to set the scene, adjust the cameras settings, and hold the camera very still or use a tripod with auto or remote shutter actuation when required is what gets the great pictures.





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My camera has 5.2 mega pixel, but I use 3 most of the time because it gives great results, is faster, and takes less memory. Also, it only has a 3 x optical zoom and 7 x digital zoom. I never use the digital zoom because making pictures larger works better on the computer. This is an old camera, but everyone is impressed with the quality pictures it takes ... like magic.





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http://dpreview.com/ ...Can anyone advise me on the best digital camera for under $200?
Neither of those are amongst the leaders of the pack. The S700 is an old camera now in a very fast moving market. You may see it being sold off cheaply. The S1000 lacks image stabilisation. That makes it very hard to get the best out of its 12x zoom. Image stabilisation is widely available now, and indeed the newer Fujifilm S2000HD with a 14.7x zoom does have image stabilisation.





If it is the zoom range of these cameras that attracted you to them, take a look at other big zoom cameras too. Everyone has an opinion of course, but to my mind the Lumix DMC-FZ28 with it's 18x zoom is the one to beat. I've got its ancestor, the FZ18 which is very similar (the FZ28 has a new 10 megapixel sensor). Rats... that's $300 at Adorama. More than I expected (I'm in the UK and US pricing usually makes us green with envy).





That Fujifilm S2000HD with its 14.7x zoom and image stabilisation is $224.





The Canon Powershot SX110 has a 10x zoom and is listed at $200. It's a nice looking camera but doesn't have a viewfinder. Most big zoom cameras have an electronic viewfinder so you can hold them up to your eye. I would really miss this, so the SX110 wouldn't suit me.





I haven't got there, but I would go on searching if I was you. Things have moved on considerably since those two Fujifilm cameras were released even though that wasn't long ago.





Take a look at dpreview.com. If you decide you don't really require such a big zoom then far more cameras will be available within your budget. If you do get a big zoom, I'd look for one with image stabilisation.
I'm not a serious photographer but I've had good luck with my Kodak digital camera. Kodak's best camera under $200 is the Z 8612 IS. I'll assume its the best because it costs $199.





Here's a link with more info about the camera.





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I'm just curious about what you are going to be taking pictures of. :)
I purchased a $100 Canon powershot (I think that's what it was called) from Best Buy for my boyfriend's Christmas gift. It has a huge screen and takes great photos. It has face recognition, anti-shake business, and 8 Megapixels of awesome. The controls are easier to use than the Fuji I tried out in the store, too. And, I swear it's faster than my the Kodak I bought for myself just a year ago.
Consider either of the following two if you're looking for zoom.


Nikon P80. 18X optical zoom, 10 megapixels.


Kodak Z1012 IS. 12X optical zoom, 10 megapixels.


Both have image stabilizer, aperture/shutter priority and both have viewfinder.
Go to BestBuy and check out the Nikon CoolPix s550.





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