A Budget to Click: Cams Under 15K

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A Budget to Click: Cams Under 15K

Sudeep Naik, May 25, 2007 1738 hrs IST

Digital camera on your mind, but can't decide on one? Here's a list of select models to help you grab one within 15K.

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Canon

By far, Canon produces some of the best digital cameras in the consumer segment and is also one of the most popular brands. Although most of them have a heavy premium attached, there are a few models that can still be yours for quite a reasonable sum. And trust me, the performance and ease of use will blow you away.

Canon PowerShot A540 : Rs.14,495

Although this is one of the older models from Canon, it still holds its own in the compact camera segment. It features a 6.0 Megapixel CCD and the lens is a 35(W) -140(T) mm with a 4x optical zoom. It sports 21 shooting modes, and a 4x digital zoom as well.

This was one of the first digital cameras to feature ISO 800 setting. It is powered by the DIGIC II processor that gives it the capability of a 9-point AiAF or Single Point AF system. It also has an Optical Zoom Viewfinder that helps a lot in conserving battery power. It supports SD/MMC memory cards and also allows video recording up to 1GB.

It's a brilliant option for someone who enjoys a no-frills photography experience.

Canon Powershot A560: Rs. 13,990

One of the more recent additions to the Powershot range from Canon, the A560 sports a generous 7 Megapixel CCD and a 35(W)-140(T) mm lens with a 4x optical zoom. It has a 2.5-inch LCD, 4x digital zoom and provides 14 shooting modes; the video recording allows you to use the full 16x capabilities of the camera.

It features the DIGIC III image processor that gives the A560 an edge over the previous generation DIGIC II powered cameras. It offers better AiAF handling capabilities and an ISO setting of up to 1600. It also offers on-camera photo stitching to create wide panoramic landscapes. It supports SD/MMC memory cards and also allows video recording up to 1GB.

Although priced lower than its predecessor, this one offers all the usual bells and whistles and some more advanced options as well. And if you are the one who wants to learn more and more, this one's for you.

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(44) Comments

Gaurav

,Bangalore, on Jun 16, 2009 09:47 PM

Missed out Canon A 720 IS... One of the best camera in this budget...

vijayshimla

,Shimla 171001, on May 25, 2007 10:24 PM

Some of the best values of digicams- i have seen on sify shopping- recently picked up a Sony W-55 for a cousin for 10800.got packed piece within 4 days of payment. Am eyeing on this site an excellent value Canon A-710IS with 7MP -6X Zoom for 12.4k- will buy it for my sis.

Raghav

,Delhi, on May 26, 2007 12:37 PM

Try our www.cafegadgets.in , they have the best collection for Digicams @ best rates..7.1 mp Pentax Camera with 1 Year warranty for just Rs.6999/- Can anyone beat that?

Mike J

,Bristol, on Nov 27, 2007 07:27 AM

I don't know if you can help, but I am going to Shimla for a few months and was going to buy a new DSLR, perhaps Canon EOS 40D. Any idea whether I should buy it in UK or wait til I get to Shimla? Mike

Jayanta Dubey

,Asansol, on May 26, 2007 12:52 PM

Any one may suggest which is the best digital still camera ? Budget 30 k

subhadeep

,Hyderabad, on May 27, 2007 08:16 AM

Canon EOS 350D...... ~32 K

maree

,Chennai, on Oct 27, 2007 08:25 PM

panasonic tz3

maree

,Chennai, on Oct 27, 2007 08:32 PM

check out the canon tx1 20k 10x optical zoom and 2gb sd card from http://www.jjmehta.com/pricelist/canon_digial_pricing.htm

maree

,Chennai, on Oct 27, 2007 08:34 PM

check out the cannon tx1 10x opt zoom @20k +2gb sd card from jjmehta site

Anonymous

,jal, on Jun 20, 2007 12:02 PM

the most comprehensive and best site abt information on digital cameras is - steves-digicams.com

maree

,chennai, on Oct 27, 2007 08:20 PM

Also check this site... http://www.dpreview.com/

maree

,Chennai, on Oct 27, 2007 08:26 PM

also check dpreview site

WilderNess

,Pune, on Jul 02, 2007 02:57 PM

I would say, as per this article, Olympus all weather is the best value for money camera here.. whatever the format for the memory card, you will mostly move images from card to PC via USB.. so its good enough.

maree

,chennai, on Oct 27, 2007 08:16 PM

xd cards are very slow to write. So be wary of Olympus XD only cameras. Canon is usually the best. And Fuji with the option of XD or SD is good

S. Das

,Guwahati, on Aug 23, 2007 11:36 AM

Never buy any Product from Kodak. As I have bought one and faced the reality within very short time. NO response from KODAK or any possibility of help or warrenty. So, avoid it always. Best of Luck.

Udayan Das

,Guwahati, on Jul 03, 2007 01:37 PM

I lost the lens Ring of my Canon Powershot S3 IS. Therefore I cannot attach my lens cap. Can some one please tell me where I can get the lens ring?

gkhegde

,bangalore, on Jun 26, 2007 09:36 AM

Fuji FinePix S5700 very good camera. please provide dealer in bangalore

hari

,Delhi, on May 26, 2007 12:40 PM

Cafegadgets.in selling 7.1 MP Pentax camera with 1 Year manufacturer's warranty for just Rs.6999...Can anyone beat that??

Ramesh

,Hyderabad, on May 26, 2007 12:42 PM

true dude..they hv amazing range of cameras..basic to DSLR @ best rates..cheers...cafegadgets

Stinky

,Hyderabad, on May 28, 2007 02:47 PM

Dude, I'm sure you are on the payrolls of cafegadgets.in . Their prices stink in comarision to indiatimes, rediff and Futurebazaar. On top of that, they are pushing gray market products (Products without manufacturers warrenty?)

PK Singh

,Delhi, on Jun 05, 2007 06:48 PM

Thanks for the information. I just bought the camera.

amit sharma

,New Delhi (INDIA), on May 27, 2007 05:59 PM

This is the information for everyone....buy any camera but always opt for the camera with built in rechargable battery pack and not with the cameras with rechargable cells because built in battery pack chargers lasts longer say about 9 to 12 days instead of 1 or 2 hours with cells. and another thing to remember authorised dealers give the warranty say approx 3 years Sony W35 & W55. and grey market cameras are not duplicate but they are smuggled and not tax paid so they are cheaper..thnx. amit

vijayshimla

,Shimla 171001, on May 28, 2007 10:41 AM

Amit I would differ entirely with you on the subject of use of re-chargeable AA batteries in digicams.? , I'm a big fan of cameras that use AA batteries. They're cheaper than their proprietary counterparts, and you can buy off-the-shelf batteries when your rechargeables die ( when U r on a holiday they do- so far from a electricity point-up in Himalayas) I use 3 digicams- Canon S3IS ?uses 4 AA- which give 500+ shots with 4 AA,s- A-710IS- gives 300+ shots with 2 chargeable AA,s & a Canon SD700 with a NB-5L lithium-ion battery . 220 shots- fully charged in 2006-- & now does about 150-60 shots only. I use a bulk charger-which charges 8 AA,s fully & then keeps them topped up thru a trickle charge. Worst is I am fearing that when this SD700IS batt.dies- replacement battery will be a problem for me & to the boot will be atleast $ 50-60 even in USA- because SD700IS is now discontinued. Whereas the chargeable AA NiMh batteries-even if they die (normally do about 200 charges )- new ones are US $ 1each from the US & Rs. 120 in India. Therefore I am of firm opinion that AA rechargeables are power source of choice- especially so in a country like India.

Navin

,Delhi, on Jun 02, 2007 06:43 PM

Ditto as Vijay. In India it doesn't make sense to buy rechargeable batteries unless you are an professional photographer. If batteries are not frequently recharged they die.

Anonymous

,Bangalore, on Jun 01, 2007 07:59 PM

This view is really good, it gave me the current industry view into available cameras. I was planing to buy one and now i think i shall start off with FUJI S5700

vijay

,chennai, on May 31, 2007 05:13 PM

Is fujifilm brand available in india esp F31fd amazing camera with a very good picture clarity and superb low light performance. i cant able to get in chennai and bangalore.

Ankit

,Mumbai, on May 30, 2007 01:01 PM

wat about sony cybershot w30 n w35 in this seg.

PARESH

,MUMBAI, on May 30, 2007 01:33 AM

HOW IS SONY N2

Ravindranath.A

,Nellore, on May 29, 2007 10:06 PM

What about Nikon Coolpix P3 & P4 in this segment ?

vinod parihar

,Delhi, on May 29, 2007 08:54 PM

I think you have missed some camera like Nikon L10 to L12 and Sony cybershot W35 which also good camera and below 15K.

sydney

,chennai, on May 27, 2007 05:59 AM

u guys did a fantastic job but i guess u fella's missed out on the samsung S1030 model which offers 10.1 mega pixcels and 3x optical zoom and 2 x digital zoom..

Rajeev

,Noida, on May 28, 2007 07:09 PM

Korean crap in imaging too! I hate koreans products...

sushantV

,Nangal, Punjab, on May 28, 2007 02:58 PM

Please let me any service station in delhi/gurgaon, where i can get spare parts of Sony W-70...i have my click button popped out...the camera is ok, just the click button needs to be replaced. Please help.

ganesh iyer

,Delhi, on May 27, 2007 04:12 PM

Please review some budget Digital SLR Cams....tht wud be really nice

Aditya Bhelke

,Bangalore, on May 27, 2007 03:43 PM

Guys here is a good article to a fast and quick digital camera choosing guide.. adityabhelke.blogspot.com/2007/04/buying-new-digital-camera-home-or-pro.html

Cheated

,Grey Market, on May 26, 2007 04:22 PM

All of us Indians have a habit of buying anything from anywhere at the lowest price possible but beware of where you are buying from - camera in this case. All these so called online auction websites like Rediff, Ebay, Indiatimes, Sify, Cafegadgets, Future Bazaar and so on are outsourcing grey market products and passing them off with bill through seller tie ups. All the stuff sold in grey market and these websites is cheap but not original. Yes, it is not original, it is made in unauthorized factories in China with cheaper components inside. The stuff goes bad after some time and we blame the company for it who never made the product. Open your eyes, buy digicam and other products from authorized company showrooms with bill even if you have to pay extra. Atleast you will get an original product meant to work as company made it. Chinese have replicated everything. I have been cheated and have come to know about this racket so I will tell everyone.

majums

,Kolkata, on May 27, 2007 02:32 PM

Hi there, I think you are a bit confused. First of all when you buy any electronic product from anywhere in the world now a days, chances are those are made in China. China is the manufacturing hub of the world. Then again you are confusing Delhi Grey market with legitimate online retail stores like Sify, Indiatimes etc. If you buy from there you will get your warranty but of course the process of returning a faulty product becomes a bit difficult. Online retail stores are getting more popular around the world because of their convenience and cost. As the e-tail stores become more and more popular in India there exchange and return policies will also become comparable with International standards.

john

,faridabad, on May 27, 2007 06:06 AM

I've been not able to find the right camera, though you've listed a few but finally we dont have a comparison as to which one or model did the best. I see the sony cybershots lead the race but i'd love t o hear which one will be the best to buy.

Rahul verma

,Phagwara, on May 26, 2007 01:32 PM

You should have mentioned Kodak V610 and Sony W60 also in this range

arv

,mumbai, on May 26, 2007 12:56 PM

How about doing a buyers guide on Camcorders ?

Computopia

,Computopia.in, on May 26, 2007 09:52 AM

The Fuji s 5700 seems to be the best of the lot. I am not in favour of small digicams that are difficult to hold for people above the age of 10, and cams that avoid a viewfinder and only offer a battery guzzling LCD screen.

mrmoustache

,pune, on May 25, 2007 10:47 PM

is tht a review?? more like a list of "some" features available, a couple of popular brands.. waste of time!

karann9

,Mumbai, on May 26, 2007 09:09 AM

u a_hole, where does it say its a review, its a buying guide & thats what buying guides "list the features"

sairam

,chennai, on May 26, 2007 04:52 AM

Olympus mju 740: Rs.13,990 with 1GB xD Card & Camera Pouch where is this available in chennai with the above specs and the same price

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