Anyone got one of these Digital Cameras?

[Jesterrace]

It is a Digitrex DSC3000 3.2Megapixel digital camera. I am not looking for a camera with all of the bells and whistles here. Just something that takes decent quality photos. Officemax has it on sale this week for $70USD (no rebates needed) and I am giving serious consideration to it. I have read a few reviews for it on the net but I would prefer people's personal experiences from this site if possible. I know this is made by Apex (yes, the same people who make the DVD Players). Here is a direct link to it and it's specs:

http://www.officemax.com/max/solutions/product/prodBlock.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&expansionOID=-536906215&prodBlockOID=537217977

My current cheap-o camera just isn't going to cut it. With quality like these why bother.
http://www.themonkeymafia.com/uploads/post-23-1083549006.jpg
http://www.themonkeymafia.com/uploads/post-23-1083549141.jpg

It should be noted that the last pic is the best quality pic that I have had with this POS of mine.

[Jesterrace]

Nevermind. After taking a look at some of the reviews at epinions, I decided it isn't worth it. It doesn't even have a viewfinder and it has some very mixed reviews about it. I guess I will do a little more research but at this point I think my two top contenders are the Kodak CX7300 (I think that is the model) and the Canon A300.

[emailrob]

The prices of the A70 are dropping the UK, which is the 3M version of the highly rated A60. I would assume the prices over the water will be dropping also, as the A75 is now out.

I've always been a little wary of the Kodaks, have a reputation for being quite basic. My sister in law has one which cost about £100 3 months ago, and it's not great. Not a patch on my A60 anyway.

hth

[Jesterrace]

The A70 is still horribly overpried here. Over $200. The A300 can be had for $150 right now.

[handyguy]

I got the nikon 2100 gift set at office depot. $124 comes with a 128m card (says 65 on the box but inside 128M), batteries, charger, etc.

[Jesterrace]

If the model number means anything, that is only a 2.1 MP model though, isn't it? *EDIT* Nevermind I went with the Canon A300. Turns out I had more money than I thought to be able to spend so I figured I would go with the best camera that you can get for $150 or less. I just wasn't comfortable buying a camera that no one has reviewed and it seems to be one of those "good camera for the money deals." (kinda like the one listed above). So I would imagine that there are some very mixed opinions on the camera. The A300 on the other hand has recieved pretty solid reviews everywhere I have looked.

[Dave2986]

If the a300 had an optical zoom it would be a great camera :(

Nice cat BTW

[Jesterrace]

WTF? The digital zoom on the A300 isn't bad at all. I don't see why people complain about it not having an optical zoom. Take it for what it is. An outstanding camera for well under $200. BTW yeah, my cat is a fat old furball. He was born with a Tuxedo-like fur pattern so he is overdressed for just about every occassion. :laugh:

[Dave2986]

PhotoShop has very good digital zoom too, im not saying its a bad camera at all, but an optical zoom is very usefull :)

Thanks for the info on your cat too

[Jesterrace]

No, I agree. I just think that people are overly critical of the camera and pick apart every little thing. I am just saying that it is an excellent camera for those who aren't hardcore photographers. I still challange someone to find me a better camera (picture quality and features) for $150USD or less. ;)

[Mr Snatcher]

Its a peice of crap, Just buy the canon eos rebel for $3000 j/k. its actually a good camera, sony has a few decent ones also.

[Jesterrace]

Its a peice of crap, Just buy the canon eos rebel for $3000 j/k. its actually a good camera, sony has a few decent ones also.
$3K? :eek: I could buy a VERY nice digital video camera for that price. :laugh:
Yeah, from what I have read Canon and Sony seem to be the two most recommended for overall picture quality.

[tursa12]

haha i could buy a VERY nice car 3k us

[Jesterrace]

Yup, me too. :D

[Mr Snatcher]

Yup, me too. :D
For Sale, Will trade for a decent digital camera :laugh: Hose included!!!
http://www.themonkeymafia.com/uploads/post-23-1084001505.jpg

[Jesterrace]

What, my RX-7? NOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :eek:

[Templar]

Heres some reviews for ya......
Note that this camera is made by APEX

http://www.reviewcentre.com/reviews12657.html

[Templar]

If you work for a store (or know somebody) that sells HP products, you can join www.hpinfolab.com (http://www.hpinfolab.com) and get one of these for $60.00 US after the rebate, cuz newegg sells for $410.00 no shipping / tax and you can earn a $350.00 rebate. I got one and its pretty friggin good.....especially for that price.

http://www.steves-digicams.com/2003_reviews/hp945.html

[Jesterrace]

Well that would've been nice. Oh well, I am content with my canon and the $150 I paid for it. I already saw the reviews on the Digitrex (Apex) and that is why I decided to go with the Canon instead. One thing that really bugged me about it (despite the mixed reviews about picture quality) was the fact that there wasn't a viewfinder on it. That would be a real pain to keep glancing down at the LCD and snapping shots with it. Even my POS $10 Digital camera had a viewfinder on it. :laugh:

[CousinFizz]

OK... $150? Right? Sounds great for a 3.2, I just don't like all the blurring that goes on with digital cameras unless there's a zoom. I've had my fill of them. I just want one that takes good pictures! :)

[LiquidMercury]

Just bought an Olympus D-580 for the missus that's a 4.0 megapixel camera. Not sure what the price is down in Yankland but try Googling it and see what sort of prices come up. Got it 2 days ago and it's a nice camera. First one we've had though, so don't go by my advice, lol.

- Merc.

[Jesterrace]

OK... $150? Right? Sounds great for a 3.2, I just don't like all the blurring that goes on with digital cameras unless there's a zoom. I've had my fill of them. I just want one that takes good pictures! :)
It doesn't have an optical zoom but it does have up to a 5.1x digital zoom and to be honest the digital zoom works just fine. I have done a couple of shots with it and they turned out great. ;)

[xdeity]

i like olympus cameras, they rock. mine is the c4000 with 3x optical and 10x digital zoom and is 4mp, don't know if it is still made but i am sure they do something similar

[Jesterrace]

How much did it cost though?