Thanks FrankThe best camera I ever owned was an inexpensive Yashica back in 1970. I loved night pictures of all the lights in Japan and the Yashica made everyone of the night light pictures come out perfect on it's auto setting. A camera that can take good pictures in all types of light is the way to go if one exists now. Another good feature is a good long range zoom lens that covers real close ups and can zoom in on long distance. Beats having to carry more than one lens. Long lasting batteries that can take lots of shots before recharging is needed might come in handy. A program like PhotoShop comes in handy to crop and fix small problems on the photos you take. The photos you shared of your trip were pretty darn good and many of us really enjoyed them.
The reason I need a camera is my Google account for photos, email and drive is near capacity. Google wants to charge me 250 yen a month for more storage. I don't want to go that route.I had a long love affair with the Canon Powershot series. My last one was an S120 I used on my Shikoku pilgrimage.
Since then I've upgraded to a larger Fujifilm mirrorless camera for my more serious photography, and I have a new insta360 that I've been playing with but still feels rather gimmicky. Honestly these days my phone is my daily shooter; if your budget is 12,000 yen you'll have a hard time finding anything better than what's in phones these days.
If you're looking for a dedicated camera but want portability (and lots of accessory options) I would consider trying to find an older gopro (no zoom function but you can set your FOV from wide to narrow).
OK, I'll check Canon Powershot on Amazon JP today. Thanks.I had a long love affair with the Canon Powershot series. My last one was an S120 I used on my Shikoku pilgrimage.
Since then I've upgraded to a larger Fujifilm mirrorless camera for my more serious photography, and I have a new insta360 that I've been playing with but still feels rather gimmicky. Honestly these days my phone is my daily shooter; if your budget is 12,000 yen you'll have a hard time finding anything better than what's in phones these days.
If you're looking for a dedicated camera but want portability (and lots of accessory options) I would consider trying to find an older gopro (no zoom function but you can set your FOV from wide to narrow).
That model is above my budget, but it's sold out on Amazon. I'll be getting 30000 yen from the govt in two weeks, I'd probably buy it, but currently its sold out. Can you recommend me a different camera. As always, thanks.Why not just use your phone? Or use that money to upgrade your phone.
It might be a little out of your budget but given your "lifestyle" I'd consider a camera like this one:
Amazon product ASIN B08CXRYBJY
Thanks, checking on Amazon and see what they got. I'll let you know.I would look at one of the cheaper Canon Powershot models. If you have a decent smartphone camera that is another good option for casual photos.
Thanks for looking, but can you find something with zoom. I can go up to 12000 yen today and I'd like to get something in the mail soon.Maybe a camera like this would do. It's marketed for children but it has decent resolution and all the basic features you need. Not waterproof but it's cheap enough that it wouldn't be the end of the world if you had to buy another in a year. It even comes with a memory card.
Amazon product ASIN B0C622ZRR1
Gosh, thanks. I'm not picky about cameras since any camera with a zoom would be fine for me. I'm still looking on Amazon. Tomorrow I get the medical result of the examination. So far all is fine. Tomorrow is fine, then I can plan a departure date. But I'd like to have a camera before leaving. The big stores just no longer carry cheap digital cameras. Went to Direx last night, they use to sell them, no more, just the cameras for cars.I wish I'd have known before I left, I would've given you my S120 as I no longer have use for it...
Its a no-brand. I would suspect you will be disappointed with it.What do you guys think of this camera.
Amazon product ASIN B0CCSPVQXV
With your recommendation I will check it out now. I hope the link works. I'll let you know.Its a no-brand. I would suspect you will be disappointed with it.
What about a refurbished camera?
I found this one for 17,800 JPY: https://www.amazon.co.jp/Canon-デジタルカメラ-光学12倍ズーム-IXY630-SL/dp/B00IDVSYUQ/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_ja_JP=カタカナ&crid=1OYA4P3UHSHYG&keywords=canon%2Bixy%2Bused&qid=1691659420&sprefix=canon%2Bixy%2Buse%2Caps%2C171&sr=8-1&th=1
Right now 120 USD is about 17,200 JPY which would put it just slightly over your budget.
Sorry I just checked the link, nothing shows up.With your recommendation I will check it out now. I hope the link works. I'll let you know.
Also what is good about the camera? Best features?
Thanks I will follow up on it and get back with you later tonight.Try this link for it: Amazon.co.jp
What is good about it:
I think it would be a good camera for casual photography and will still create good images even if the camera shakes a bit when you are taking them.
- 12x zoom
- IS - Image Stabilization (helps to give you a clear image even if there is some movement of the camera when the picture is taken)
- 16 MP (Mega Pixels)
- Comes with battery and charger
- The IXY is a small, compact, camera (In the US they are/were called ELPH)
- Canon is a good camera brand and they are easy to use with well designed menus and buttons.
It says it is used. Is 17800 yen a decent price for it?Try this link for it: Amazon.co.jp
What is good about it:
I think it would be a good camera for casual photography and will still create good images even if the camera shakes a bit when you are taking them.
- 12x zoom
- IS - Image Stabilization (helps to give you a clear image even if there is some movement of the camera when the picture is taken)
- 16 MP (Mega Pixels)
- Comes with battery and charger
- The IXY is a small, compact, camera (In the US they are/were called ELPH)
- Canon is a good camera brand and they are easy to use with well designed menus and buttons.
I search for new cameras there but it won't connect, just used cameras. But really I want to buy new. ThanksI also endorse Cannon as a good brand for cameras in general.
I've had several Sony cameras, which were ok, but the best one I ever had was a Cannon.
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