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kstrieg (kstrieg) 2 pts

Need a faster camera than my Canon A85, any suggestions??

Hi- I'm happy with the quality of pics produced by my Canon Powershot A85 but very disappointed in the S L O W shutter lag. I want a point and shoot that is fast enough to keep up with my toddler. I've missed many perfect smiles due to the slow auto focus and response of my a85.

I don't need anything really fancy, 5.0 mp is plenty, would like a larger lcd screen and smaller camera but it's not necessary if it's going to cost big bucks, would like to stay $300 or less. Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

Thanks!!
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camera? (mbrady) 8656 pts
August 11, 2006 1:07 PM
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If you're really happy with the A85 and satisfied with 5 megapixels, the Canon A610 might be a nice option. The shutter lag has surely improved since the A85, and the A610 is one of our most positively reviewed digital cameras. People love it.

The A610 is awfully cheap right now, as it's being replaced by the A700, but it's still a fantastic camera and now at a fantastic price. (Don't buy a refurbished model though). Take a look at the A620, too. I know you're not eager to upgrade the megapixels, but you could get what is essentially the 7 megapixel version of the 610 for roughly the same price (between $200-250).

The A700 splits the difference, at 6 MP, but you pay a premium for both the 6x optical zoom and relative newness of the camera. It also has a 2.5" LCD, while the A620/610 have 2" LCDs. Either way, they're bigger than the A85's 1.8" display.

Canon A620:
http://www.digitalcamera-hq.com/digital-cameras/canon-powershot-a620_reviews.html

Canon A610:
http://www.digitalcamera-hq.com/digital-cameras/canon-powershot-a610_reviews.html

Canon A700:
http://www.digitalcamera-hq.com/digital-cameras/canon-powershot-a700_reviews.html
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