Canon Powershot SD850IS or Sony Cybershot DSC-W90 digital camera?
19 December 2008
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Chris P asked:
Im down to these two cameras. Both have excellent reviews and are brand names that I trust. Im leaning more towards the Canon due to its slight extra abundance of features, but these features arent anything that really drown out the Sony, other than perhaps the TimeLapse Video feature. I think the Canon performs slightly better, but I cannot be sure..so tell me, what doyou guys think? Canon or Sony???
Im down to these two cameras. Both have excellent reviews and are brand names that I trust. Im leaning more towards the Canon due to its slight extra abundance of features, but these features arent anything that really drown out the Sony, other than perhaps the TimeLapse Video feature. I think the Canon performs slightly better, but I cannot be sure..so tell me, what doyou guys think? Canon or Sony???
we used to have the coon brand but we splurged and went for the sony mentioned. its light and once we got it home it performs amazing even if you are not the best photographer like me!
we did compare them and for us the sony did enuff for us to deal with scenic shots and family time.
Hi, I am a professional photographer, using a Canon SLR. While I cant speak for point and shoots, personally I would go with the Canon. Canon is possibly the favorite brand for professional photographers to shoot with, with Nikon being a very close second. Canon is a company that specializes in digital imaging, whether it is cameras, scanners or copiers. Sony doesnt really have a specialty, making a wide range of consumer products. Personally I would go with the company that specializes in digital imaging for a digital camera, even without looking at the features. Because in the end, the only feature that is really of concern is the quality of the digital image. All the other features are nothing if the camera cant produce the best image possible in its class. I dont think you will be diappointed. =)
Opinion
Still the best 28mm P&S camera available. Near excellent image quality, superb zoom range, fast operation (not up to real action but fine for kids). Very small and light, easily pocketable. Battery life is good, about 300 shots before recharge. Top end of zoom is OK but 28mm end is fantastic with very little detectable softness in the corners. Controls and menus easy to navigate and although some limitation in control does 90% of whats needed. Download speed is excellent, software is as good as expected for this level of camera. Get close to 700+ shots on 2GB card at highest resolution.
Problems
Can still blow highlights, needs experience for best results. Battery monitor is a waste of space, comes on about 2 shots before the camera turns itself off. Not too good at giving manual control and limited output (i.e. JPEG only). Some acess doors a bit flimsy, but survived 9 months and in excess of 2000 shots taken.
Yep go with the Canon.
I would just warn you that there are few drawbacks on its flash affecting pictures in low light settings. Since you are concerned I would advice you to check out feature wise reviews here -
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