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Old 06-04-2007, 6:41 AM   #1
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Need help on new compact camera purchase!

Hello!

Looking to upgrade my current compact camera and undecided on the models below:

Nikon L5
Panasonic LZ3
Canon A550

Reasons for shortlisting these models:
Need a decent optical zoom
SD compatible
Will take AA batteries
Looking to spend £150-£200

So has anyone had any experience with this lot or anyone got any other suggestions?
I would be grateful for any help

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Re: Need help on new compact camera purchase!

Anyone?
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Old 07-04-2007, 7:25 PM   #3
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Re: Need help on new compact camera purchase!

I'm really thinking of getting the Canon A710 IS.
Review here: http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/a710.html and you can get it for about £175! Sounds pretty good to me.
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Re: Need help on new compact camera purchase!

My canon powershot s50 takes ace pictures. I cannot fault it.

It has more functions than I will ever need.

It's now updated to the s60.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Canon-Powers.../dp/B0002TTR3A

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Old 08-04-2007, 6:16 AM   #5
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Re: Need help on new compact camera purchase!

Thanks for the replies! Must admit Gordon D im definitely considering the
Canon A710 after reading that review!

Any more suggestions?
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