Alec Sheldon
- Location: Dover
- Registered: 18 Aug 2008
- Posts: 1,037
#1
Any camera buffs out there (I see that Phil is back). I need a new camera and cannot make up my mind between a Panasonic Lumix LZ 20 or a Canon Powershot SX 150. They are both about the same price £75 to £80. I have read all the reviews and I am favouring the Panasonic which has the ability to make Panoramic shots which I fancy, on the otherhand I have had a small Canon Powershot for years and it has never let me down. Decisions, decisions.
Guest 767- Registered: 30 Aug 2012
- Posts: 458
#2
Alec,
Both will do the job as well as each other so don't get bogged down the feature for feature race, or the number of megapixals etc. Try them both, and get the one that feels right in your hand. If I had to choose I would go for the Panasonic, but the Canon is good too..........
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
- Registered: 12 Mar 2008
- Posts: 62,352
#3
i am presently using the canon sx 150, fits nicely in jacket pockets and takes a decent enough shot. might be worth waiting a month or so alec as argos usually have a clearance sale on cameras in august.
remember getting one marked down from 200 quid to about 90 quid, i think brian is using the same one.
Brian Dixon
- Location: Dover
- Registered: 23 Sep 2008
- Posts: 23,940
#4
mines a Nikon Coolpix L 810 howard,,coughed up nearly a 100 squids in a argos sale last christmass.works a treat.
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
- Registered: 12 Mar 2008
- Posts: 62,352
#5
that's the one brian, ted tipped me off on the deal.
worked great until the shutter button fell off in town and i found out that it was not available as a spare part.
a bit bulky for coat pockets though.
Brian Dixon- Location: Dover
- Registered: 23 Sep 2008
- Posts: 23,940
#6
depends what coat your wearing,but fitted nicely in my suit jacket pocket.
Alec Sheldon- Location: Dover
- Registered: 18 Aug 2008
- Posts: 1,037
#7
Thanks to Phil, Howard and Brian for your input. I think I will go for the Panasonic. Phil, the boys in the Bells send their regards.
Guest 656- Registered: 13 Mar 2008
- Posts: 2,262
#8
Alec, I just received an email from confused.com & interesting to note that, the hut.com have a Samsung ST77 compact digital camera with a 52% off. They come in white, black, or silver, 16mp, 5x optical, 2.7lnch LCD.
Usual RPP: £119.99, now £57.99
Alec Sheldon- Location: Dover
- Registered: 18 Aug 2008
- Posts: 1,037
#9
Thanks for that Colette but I went for the Panasonic. Amazon dropped the price by £10 today to £69.99.
Guest 753- Registered: 23 May 2012
- Posts: 146
#10
I have a Canon 75-300 EF USM zoom lens and wondered if anyone knew if there was anywhere locally I could get it cleaned/repaired. It works manually but not on autofocus. Hopefully just needs a clean.
Thanks.
Paul Watkins- Location: Dover
- Registered: 9 Nov 2011
- Posts: 2,226
#11
Ian , my did the same but seems to have got over it. Did not do anything special.
Watty
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
- Registered: 12 Mar 2008
- Posts: 62,352
#12
try pharos computers ian, they don't advertise camera repairs but i know someone who had problems with the zoom and they fixed it on the spot.
Guest 753- Registered: 23 May 2012
- Posts: 146
#13
Thanks for that Howard, I'll give them a call on Monday
Jan Higgins
- Location: Dover
- Registered: 5 Jul 2010
- Posts: 13,931
#14
I have just bought a 'new' refurbished computer off Pharos Computers, real value for money and excellent friendly service.
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Guest 656- Registered: 13 Mar 2008
- Posts: 2,262
#15
Great choice Alec & a bargain to boot, happy snapping!
And I see a bargain for you too Jan! I love a bargain on good quality goods
Guest 753- Registered: 23 May 2012
- Posts: 146
#16
I popped into Pharos Computers about my lens.
Unfortunately I'll need to take it to a specialist as the young lad in the shop said they're filled with a gas and once its been taken apart will need to be replaced.
Was looking to sell it which is why I was getting it repaired/cleaned but that now depends on how much it'll cost to get done.
Thanks again Howard for suggesting Pharos. They were very helpful.
