What is the Best Camera for Me?

Question

I LOVE Marco Photography, and want something that takes quick, clear shots. I am a point and shoot photographer and my previous cameras are giving blurry images and are to slow for the shot. I need something that takes quick, clear pictures. I do not want a cheesy camera, I will use it for business, so the shots need to be great. So basically, the perfect camera :)

Answer 1

You have not mentioned your budget. but i suggest you get a nice DSLR camera. I have a list of the best ones in the market now:



http://www.amazon.com/s?ie=UTF8&ref_=lp_281052_nr_n_1&bbn=281052&qid=1316690337&rnid=281052&rh=n%3A172282%2Cn%3A!493964%2Cn%3A502394%2Cn%3A281052%2Cn%3A3017941&_encoding=UTF8&tag=faumioew-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957



Out of these i highly recommend Nikon D3100 14.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lens:



http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-14-2MP-Digital-18-55mm-3-5-5-6/dp/B003ZYF3LO/ref=zg_bs_3017941_3&tag=faumioe-20



Some of its features are:



-14.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor; 3-inch monitor with One-Touch Live View shooting and movie capture

-Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization lens

-Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound

-Easy-To-Use Nikon Guide Mode with intuitive controls and on-board assistance

-Capture images to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards



Read this review by a user about the overall performance of the camera:



http://www.amazon.com/review/R33LNUMEWSVG00/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B003ZYF3LO&nodeID=&linkCode=&tag=faumioe-20

Answer 2

I think Canon EOS Rebel T3 is an amazing buy for the money. I was able to unpack the contents & begin shooting good pictures IMMEDIATELY, using the fully automatic settings & the included partially charged battery. The menu was a LITTLE confusing at first, but I quickly got the gist of things and am taking good pictures with the camera. Having used the full-auto settings and just dabbling with the advanced settings, I'm very pleased with the purchase and I think anyone who is either new to DSLR cameras or who doesn't want to spend over $1000 for a 'pro' DSLR will also be very happy with it right out of the box.

Answer 3

Your blurry images are either caused by motion blur or focus blur (too close to object) or both.



Anyway, I would suggest the Panasonic Lumix LX5

This a premium compact P&S camera, so it is small, light weight, easy to use and still inexpensive.



Reasons:

1. Macro mode with a minimum focus distance of 1cm (.4"), any closer and the camera's shadow will be in the way

2. Good low light capability (fast lens + low noise sensor) with good optical stabilization --> this will eliminate your motion blur

3. Focus speed and accuracy is higher than other typical P&S camera

4. Has an easy to use manual focus mode which include macro distances

5. Wide angle (24mm) lens gives expansive looking macro shots

6. Has RAW mode to allow better image post processing

7. Pocketable, easy to carry, light weight



You can find it at the below link.

Answer 4

In the first place your blurry pictures are due to two things. 1. You do not have your camera set to maximum resolution. Use "fine" or the setting that gives the LEAST number of pictures for the installed memory card.

2. Use a lower ISO number such ISO 125



3. Given your expressed knowledge I would recommend moving from a point & shoot to a point and shoot "bridge" camera like the Fuji S2950 @ $152.00 on amazon or the Canon SX40 IS @ $429.00.

You will have a macro adjustment on these two cameras.



Good Luck!





P.S. I would NOT consider a DSLR camera as you don't seem to want to spend what all the extra lenses will cost, plus the learning curve is a lot more than "bridge-type" cameras.