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I'm looking to get a digital camera for part of a on going project to add a visual aspect to it. I need something that would make good digital images, not so much worried about making them into photographs (maybe later). My budget is strictly $100 for this camera and would like to have >6 Mega pixels. What should I get and from where?
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>> Anonymous
$100 is a bit low for a good camera. No offense, but that price range is more focused at cameras for the people whose primary concern is if it will fit in their pocket/purse. Ironically these tend to be the same ones who often try to take pictures at night through glass with the flash on.

Types of cameras:
Point and Shoot - small and convenient, for people who just want to take basic "kodak moment" pictures. $100-300 (price based mostly on size, smaller is more expensive)
Advanced Digital (sometimes called Advanced Point and shoot) - all around better as far as the camera aspects go (better lenses, zoom, image quality, etc), more control and better features for the photographer. Intermediate between the other categories in most ways. Usually too big for pockets, but smaller than the DSLRs. $250-600
Digital SLR - serious hardware with interchangeable lenses, used by professionals. Unquestionably superior except in terms of portability. $650-2000+

Most DSLR owners end up owning an advanced digital for quick shots or to grab and take to somewhere where they don't want to miss something but don't feel the need to lug their big expensive cameras around.

Most cameras of the $100 price range tend to be pretty equally mediocre. But that said, the Canon A series has some less expensive options. (ex: A580, A470). I tend to stick to the more traditional photography companies, but I am not sure of the market at this level, the new guys might make some fine cameras.

If you are serious about photography, just make sure to get one with manual controls (exposure at least) and learn how to use them.

http://www.dpreview.com/
is ridiculously helpful when it comes to digital cameras.
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>>196115
Thanks, I would love to spend more but money is tight :|
>> Anonymous
>>196120
don't get me wrong, you can still get some good pictures with those cameras, they just won't be National Geographic material. The main things you'd miss are the flexibility on things like longer zooms and stuff (always remember digital zoom is worthless).

When looking, check a lot of reviews and see what people are saying about that model. Also, I'd look for the best lens (reputable manufacturer, and larger diameter is generally better) you can get in your price range.

I didn't mean to come off like you can't take photos without a $1000 camera. I'd seriously consider those Canon cameras I mentioned. It seemed like they had basic manual control features at least and the resolution looked decent. If by chance you can happen to scrape up $200, the A720 is a pretty damn good camera for the money.
>> Anonymous
Buy a 35mm film camera and scan the images. That is the only way you will get good quality at such a low price.
>> Depressed Cheesecake !wFh1Fw9wBU
If money is tight, buy a D40.

If money is even tighter, buy a Canon SD750.

By the way, megapixels don't matter. Don't get drawn into the marketing hype.
>> Anonymous
>>196149

$100 - he isn't going to get a D40 for that.
>> Anonymous
>My budget is strictly $100 for this camera and would like to have >6 Mega pixels. What should I get and from where?

Buy a $60 sledge hammer, (Or better yet, a nikon on a monopod). And then break into someone's house/car and steal their camera.
>> Anonymous
>>196217
I lol'd hard
>> Anonymous
Canon A590 is like $130 on sale and will take impressive pictures.

Just keep in mind, you will not be able to take photos in low light unless you get an SLR.
>> Anonymous
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