Question by tragikaffair: What digital camera is best for crisp, focused pictures?
I would like to buy a digital camera, preferably $ 350 (US) or under. The main thing I want is good image quality with crisp focus. I’m just starting photography as a hobby, and being able to focus in very clearly is something I really appreciate. I’m pretty open, brand-wise, although I do like my sister’s Olympus that she has.
I know it’s more about technique, but believe me, it does depend somewhat on the camera. The camera I have right now is absolute crap and will not focus at all.

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Answer by photoguy_ryan
What your looking for is more along the lines of being able to use a camera, and not so much a specific camera.

For something in your price range, try http://www.bhphotovideo.com, and do a search for “advanced digital” cameras, or film SLR cameras.

Research their abilitys, and than do another search for pricing and local providers, and go put the cameras into your hand. You want something that feels comfortable, with the dials and buttons in places that feel good.

Edit:::::::::WIthout seeing a pic, its hard to say why your having focus problems. But, honestly, most people that say they are having focus problems are either moving the camera when the shutter is tripped, or are not shooting with enough light to get the camera to set the right focus (assuming your using auto focus). Try using a tripod, and make sure your using your camera’s features within its capabilitys.

Anyway, most of the advanced digital cameras in that search will have more features, to adjust most settings, and have a hotshoe for flash or for off camera flash work. They just dont have interchangeable lenses, like SLR’s, along with some other differences.

Look up Canon S5 IS.

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