I'm looking to buy a Digital camera as I think it's time to retire my Nikon Coolpix L3 (5MP). It still produces decent quality pictures outdoors but its performance in low light conditions leaves a lot to be desired.
My main concerns are good picture quality and decent video. Zoom level is of no concern to me. I was thinking about getting a DSLR but they are a bit too big to carry and it will be difficult for my family members to use them as they seem pretty intimidating. I did take a look at Panasonic Lumix LX5 but it's also a bit too big and I don't consider it a compact. If I can't carry the camera in my pocket then it's not a compact camera in my books . I would rather get a DSLR then get those extra zoom or bulkier so-called compact cameras.
After looking at cameras like Canon IXUS 1000 HS, Sony Cybershot WX5 and Sony Cybershot HX5V, I have decided to get Canon PowerShot S95. It's a bit expensive for a compact camera but I don't think there is anything else available right now with better picture quality in similar size. I'll Insha'Allah buy it in a week or so.
Purpose of this thread is to know if my decision to get Canon S95 is correct, or is there some other camera that will better suit my needs. Kindly inform me of any other alternative that might be better in your opinion or of any other reason why I should not buy S95.
My main concerns are good picture quality and decent video. Zoom level is of no concern to me. I was thinking about getting a DSLR but they are a bit too big to carry and it will be difficult for my family members to use them as they seem pretty intimidating. I did take a look at Panasonic Lumix LX5 but it's also a bit too big and I don't consider it a compact. If I can't carry the camera in my pocket then it's not a compact camera in my books . I would rather get a DSLR then get those extra zoom or bulkier so-called compact cameras.
After looking at cameras like Canon IXUS 1000 HS, Sony Cybershot WX5 and Sony Cybershot HX5V, I have decided to get Canon PowerShot S95. It's a bit expensive for a compact camera but I don't think there is anything else available right now with better picture quality in similar size. I'll Insha'Allah buy it in a week or so.
Purpose of this thread is to know if my decision to get Canon S95 is correct, or is there some other camera that will better suit my needs. Kindly inform me of any other alternative that might be better in your opinion or of any other reason why I should not buy S95.