Hi Everyone,
I've asked about a few cameras the past couple of weeks - ones that I'm considering as a 2nd camera to just carry around with me. I had the G3, but sold it to someone who really needed a good deal on a nice camera - and didn't think I really needed one. However, now I miss it.
Criteria.
IS - Image Stablization option
I have a slight camera shake problem. The effects don't show up with better/brighter lenses, and/or IS lenses as it's only slight. The G3 included a 2.0 aperture that didn't show any camera shake effects - due to the bright big aperture.
I'm a Canon user, but there are some nice P&S cameras that include IS and great lenses (Panasonic - Leica lens & IS).
Light weight: One reason I want a 2nd camera is because my back has been giving me problems lately, and I'd like something light weight (but not super light). Any P&S - even the heavier ones are 1/2 the weight of my Rebel 300D (without the lens).
Questions about what I've checked out so far:
Canon SI IS - would 3mp be enough for me - I'd like more mp if possible, but this is option
Canon G6 - great camera, but beyond my 2nd camera budget right now.
Panasonic FZ20 - too much camera? too big zoom?
Important question:
I saw a Sony and another Panasonic that included IS, however, they are SO small - and some reviews stated that you really need the IS due to size for a normal person without camera shake. So, it sounds like because of the size of the camera, that the IS probably wouldn't help someone with even slight camera shake. I didn't see any mention of this in any reviews or specs I read.
Thanks for any input, advice, experience - or whatever.
Any other suggestions:
My budget is $500 or less...........thanks a lot.......
Liz