Digital cameras 101

[ashley]

Hi, I have a few questions about the Canon A75.

Well, my last Digital Camera broke, and I have been looking around for a new camera for Christmas. I've been looking around at different sites, and the Canon A75 seems like a good one too me, and its around the price range my mom would pay for a camera for me.

I mostly want to use the camera for Family get-togethers, the Holidays, haning out with my friends, and when I go to concerts (I usually go to local shows here, not to many people there, Im allways at the front of the stage, and I just want them to be average pictures, nothing professional).

I was wondering if you think this will be a good camera? I read reviews from different sites, and it sounds like the reviews for this camera are good.

Also, I was wondering if its sturdy enough?

My last digi camera (FujiFilm FinePix 30i, my mom  got me it for Christmas 2 years ago, I think she just bought it because it was one of the cheaper ones, lol.. So this time around, I want to pick out one myself, that is good, but in my price range) the latch where the batteries go wont close all the way, so when I wanted to use it, I had to put tape on it, and about a week ago, a little piece where the batteries are broke off, so now I cant use it at all.

Anyways, sorry for this post being so long! I think thats everything, if theres anything else you need to know, let me know. And thanks for anyone taking the time to help me out!  

[ShutterbugGail]

Hi ashlely,

We welcome you to the Q&A Board.

From everything I read, Canon cameras provide excellent image quality, the most important thing you should look for when purchasing a digital camera. While we don't review or recommend digital cameras, we do research when someone asks about a specific brand and model.

For all the features the Canon Poweshot A75 offers, for a very reasonable price as far as digital cameras go, I don't think you can go wrong with this digicam. Most reports are than the vast majority of shots are great right out of the camera. This is important if you don't like to fuss a lot with image editing software.

The A75 seems to be an excellent choice for those who want the ease of a point-and-shot camera. Yet, it has advanced features if you want more creative control down the road. The A75 also accepts add-on lenses.

Because it has a plastic casing (like one of my digicams), you should be careful not to bump or scratch it. Well, you should try not to do this with any digital camera, but extra care is needed for those with plastic housing.

Never force open or close any of the compartment cover latches (battery and CompactFlash card covers). As you've experienced, these parts tend to be the first to break on cameras made of plastic. Oh, and if you don't have one already, purchase a camera case with a padded interior.

Hope this helps a bit. We invite you to revisit the Q&A Board if you have further questions either before or after you buy your digital camera.

[ashley]

Thanks for answering my questions so quickly.

I'll be sure too come back , I added it to my favorities.  

[ShutterbugGail]

You're very welcome ashley,

A few additional thoughts.

Some credit cards extend the warranty on purchases for up to a year. That's why I always pay for electronics, and other such things, with my credit card. For example, if the item has a one year warranty, it extends it for an additional year. If it has a 90 day warranty, it extends it for an additional 90 days. If it has a two year warranty, it is extended for one more year. If you use a credit card, give them a call to see if it offers this benefit.

You can also consider an extended warranty, which can often be purchased when you buy a digital camera. I've heard a lot of good things about Mack extended warranty.

http://www.mackcam.com/warranty.html

Unfortunately, repairs to digital cameras are expensive. Even fixing a broken hinge can cost $50 U.S. Sometimes out-of-warranty service can cost more than you originally paid for a digital camera.   So if you plan to keep your camera for several years, perhaps you should consider one of these options.