Next up as promised on our gift guide for the holidays are cameras. Those who maybe searching for a point-and-shoot, hybrid DSLR, or a professional grade DSLR, we aim to cover your needs by suggesting the best of the best according to TGSB standards. Your camera gifting solution lies past the break.
The super-compact, point-and-shoot Canon camera that is part of the ELPH series with the 300 HS. Offering a 5x optical zoom, 12.1MP lens capable of 1080p HD video w/ auto-focus & image stabilization makes for feature-packed camera you can easily place in your pocket. You catch a great deal 300HS for only $149.
Taking it a step or two up with Sony’s DSC-HX9v presenting higher options/features for the everyday consumer. The latest from Sony offers 16x optical zoom, 16.2MP lens capable of shooting pics at 10 fps + 1080p HD video w/ face detection, and a GPS built-in for geotagging. You can save now by picking one up for only $329.99 online.
Many photographers deem the S95 as the best point-and-shoot results as Canon recently released its successor with the S100. The Canon S100 offers a 12.1MP lens capable of 1080p HD video, a 5X wide-angle optical zoom, and a wide variety of ISO, HDR, etc. The S100 will set you back $429 online and in various retailers like Best Buy.
The newer hybrid cameras mixing the body of a point-and-shoot & the ability to change lenses like an DSLR offer the best of both worlds in regards to photography. Olympus was at the fore front with their PEN series. The most recent PEN camera is the E-PL3 as it offers a 12.3MP 14-42mm lens capable of 1080p video, shoots in a variety of ISOs, and face/eye detection. The PEN 3 will set you back $599.99 online.
Nikon 1 J1
Nikon recently got into the hybrid camera market with their 1 series. The Nikon J1 offers a 10.1MP 10-30mm lens, 3x optical zoom, capable of 1080p HD video. The J1 will set you back $599.99 online at Tiger Direct or New Egg. You can also check out the Nikon V1 camera as well.
Sony Alpha NEX-5N
Sony recent hybrid camera entry offers the most superior of results with the Alpha NEX-5N. The NEX-5N offers consumers with a 16.1MP 18-55mm lens capable of 1080p HD video, 3x optical zoom, and shoots in a wide variety of ISOs, face detection, image stabilization features. Expect to pony up $699.99 for the camera body & starter lens online at Amazon as well as Crutchfield and B&H retailers.
Now on to the big boys, used by both amateur & professional photographers with the digital SLR. Canon’s recent release with the Rebel T3i brings features to consumers like 18MP 18-135mm lens capable of 1080p HD video, offers a 9-point auto-focus system, and can shoot 3.7fps for continuous shooting. The latest Rebel will set you back $886 online.
The Ricoh-owned Pentax brand is not to be underestimated as well within the DSLR market. The high-end Pentax K-5 offers a 16.3MP 18-55mm lens capable of 1080p HD video, continuous shooting at 7 images per second, variety of ISOs, and 3.1x optical zoom. The K-5 will cost you $1,349 online but you can also check out the K-R series for a White or Red colored body for a lower price point & stylish look.
The competing Nikon offers great features with their DSLR leaving consumers/photographers to choose which brand will get their $$$. Nikon’s D7000 presents quite the features for someone looking to get into the photography. Notable specs on the D7000 include a 16.2MP 18-105mm lens capable of continuous auto-focus during 1080p HD video, 5.8x optical zoom, and a variety of ISOs & shooting scenes. The D7000 kit can set you back $1,499.95 online.
We know we started late as Christmas is approaching quickly but we have more coming.
