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<p>Thanks, I hadn't thought of the smartphone, I'm sure it is comparable to this range of cameras (and she already has a smartphone, so the price on that isn't really a worry).</p> <p>I will certainly mention that to her and see what she thinks (it may be the case that she may just think its more fun to use a compact instead of her phone). In the meantime, any recs on these kinds of compacts?</p>

<p>Hey I'm doing some research for my sister to help her pick out a compact camera in the 100-200 range. The only two features that are a must for her are wifi and something that is small and easily pocketable. She probably also wants something thats easy to use. IQ isn't super important, although it might be nice to have something that shoots well in low light (and I understand this feature will be quite limited in this price range).<br> The problem I'm having is that there are plenty of compacts that fit this description and they all appear to be fungible. Here's a couple I've been looking at:<br> -Samsung DV150F<br> -Canon Elph 530<br> -Sony DSCWX220/B </p> <p>Anyways, if anyone has any recommendations for a camera that fits this description it would be a big help.<br> Thanks!</p>

<p>Andy - when you say the G16 is "faster in all aspects of operation", are you referring also to the ease of manual operation? (i.e. adjusting f/stop and shutter controls?)</p>

<p>Thanks for bringing the Nikon to my attention, I hadn't seen that one. It seems slightly larger than the G16 (and about a 100 more), so I think the G16 has an edge on it, for my tastes.</p> <p>The RX100 is a sexy looking compact. I've been giving that one a look.</p>

<p>(I hope this is the right forum for this)</p> <p>I’m currently in the market for a compact camera. I used to shoot a lot with my DSLR, but don’t have much time to shoot anymore and don’t like lugging around a big camera when I do. I’m looking for some help and advice on buying a decent compact. Right now I am eyeing the G16 and the S120 (although I’m by no means wedded to canon). Just wondering what users here thought of these cameras, or if they could recommend something comparable that might be better.</p> <p>Here are a few things I’m looking for in a compact:</p> <p>1) Price: I’d like to stay under 500.<br /> 2) Size: Something pocketable. I played with the G16 in store, and while its on the bigger end of what I’m looking for I think its workable. Anything bigger, however, is probably a no go (the G1X is crossed off my list for this reason)<br /> 3) Easy access to manual controls: I’ve played with some compacts where you have to dig deep in the menu to change f/stop and shutter, which is a bit annoying.<br /> 4) Decent high ISO capabilities. Doesn’t have to be amazing, but I’d like something I can use at night.<br> 5) The wider the focal range the better<br> 6) A few things that are nice but not essential: viewfinder, wifi, hotshoe, articulating screen</p> <p>All feedback and advice is appreciated. Thanks!</p> <p>(Also, do any compacts cameras come with a manual focus option? I have yet to see this.)</p>

<p>Looking to get into this polaroid thing. The only things I'm looking for in a camera is something that produces a decent size print (which leaves out some of those mini models) and something I can get film for relatively cheap (which sadly rules out anything that would take impossible film). I also don't mind spending more up front on a camera if I save money on film in the long run.</p> <p>Any help is appreciated, as I don't have a ton of time to research this on my own. Thanks =)</p>