I know there is a thread similar but I wanted to start a new one as I have particular requirements.

Budget - Up to £150

I need a REALLY good Zoom.
I need a REALLY good Click - by this I mean somethng tht when I press the button, it takes the picture - not 5 seconds after :rolleyes:
I need a good size screen for viewing - 2.5 ish.
Want a good video capability.

I have been looking at the Fuji A800 but would really appreciate some expert advice.

Thanks Guys

I don't know much about compacts I'm afraid. But I would point you at dpreview.com - loads of camera info/reviews etc. there.

On a general point, AFAIK all compacts suffer a slight lag between button press and the camera 'going-off'.

I don't know much about compacts I'm afraid. But I would point you at dpreview.com - loads of camera info/reviews etc. there.

On a general point, AFAIK all compacts suffer a slight lag between button press and the camera 'going-off'.

Compacts ??? Wassat ? What do I buy instead then ?

For the best "click" as you describe it (least shutter lag as you might see it referred to in reviews) you'd be looking at an SLR type thing. Although some of the higher-end compacts may have a short lag as a selling point.

Compacts ??? Wassat ? What do I buy instead then ?
Compact vs SLR (changable lenses).
I assumed you wanted a compact (1 lens built in, possibly zoomable).

SLRs tend to cost a little more than the budget you mentioned (or try ebay?) but they don't have (noticable) shutter lag. SLRs wont do video.

For the best "click" as you describe it (least shutter lag as you might see it referred to in reviews) you'd be looking at an SLR type thing. Although some of the higher-end compacts may have a short lag as a selling point.

Are they still digital or film ?

Are they still digital or film ?

You can get either.

I expect you are not looking for one though.

There are other cameras often called "bridge cameras" or "prosumer cameras" depending on where you look that fit in the market half-way between an SLR and your average compact that may offer the performance you want whilst still allowing video and not requiring you to fuss with lenses.

I expect you are not looking for one though.




What does that mean ? Any ideas on the FF A800 then ?

What does that mean ?
I guess he means you don't really need the xtras an SLR might bring and that you will be able to find a compact/bridge camera to meet your needs.

I guess he means you don't really need the xtras an SLR might bring and that you will be able to find a compact/bridge camera to meet your needs.

Yep. That and because the SLR system is typically somewhat more of a cash investment, especially compared to say an A800.

Ok so can anyone recomend a camera to me then ?

Any ideas on the FF A800 then ?
Try this (http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Fujifilm/fuji_finepixa800.asp) - DPreview comments on it.

C'mon you photograpy buffs out there !!! Help me out !!!

The Fuji S5700 is going for £129 on Currys - has a 0.01 sec shutter lag and does video etc for you. Have a look on my website here (http://www.RFStock.co.uk) - see the promotions page :)

FinePix S5700 features at a glance:


7.1 million effective pixels
ISO 100 – 1600 sensitivity range
Compact lens with 10x optical zoom
Easy-to-use mode dial and ‘rocker’ zoom function
Improved 2.5 inch LCD screen with 230,000 pixels
Dual compatibility for xD-Picture Card and Secure Digital cards
Intelligent Flash and Natural light plus Flash functions
12 scene position modes
Rapid start-up time of 1.1 seconds and shutter lag of 0.01 seconds
Powered by four AA batteries
27MB internal memory

Well. That sounds perfect !!!!!
Thanks Grissom :)

^^Don't forget that you'll need to spend extra on a memory card and (if you want it) case.

That fuji looks like a pretty good deal. Although if you're wanting something a bit small i'd suggest tyou look at the Panasonic Lumix range. They have very good lenses (meaning you get a good quality pic), and they do ones that have long zooms but are still compact.