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Bacchanal · 02-07-2006, 05:00 PM

I'm looking at getting a new digital camera.

The one I have now is just way, way, way outdated. A 4 year old (or so) sony cyber-shot that only has 1.3 megapixels. Now, I'm far from a photographer, and really don't have much interest in getting a camera that's too much for me, just a nice looking camera that's moderately easy to use. I don't plan on taking any photos that could be considered art, just something to document my life.

I've been checking out the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T5 at about $330. I don't want to spend much more than that since I know I'll have to get at least some accessories with it.

The reason I'd like to stick with Sony is because I'm familiar with how to use them, though I'd hope this one has more features than the old one I have now. I also really like the look of this one, though that isn't nearly as important to me.

Anyway,my question is: Should I go ahead and get this one, or should I keep looking? Like I said, I'd like to stick with Sony, but if there's a good enough reason(s), I'd certainly switch to one that is better for the money.

Anyone with some first hand experience, or that was looking at something similar, but got something different for whatever reason, would you please chime in and give me some advice?

02-07-2006, 05:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
Bacchanal Laid back Location: Jayhawkland	Is this camera worth a shit? I'm looking at getting a new digital camera. The one I have now is just way, way, way outdated. A 4 year old (or so) sony cyber-shot that only has 1.3 megapixels. Now, I'm far from a photographer, and really don't have much interest in getting a camera that's too much for me, just a nice looking camera that's moderately easy to use. I don't plan on taking any photos that could be considered art, just something to document my life. I've been checking out the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T5 at about $330. I don't want to spend much more than that since I know I'll have to get at least some accessories with it. The reason I'd like to stick with Sony is because I'm familiar with how to use them, though I'd hope this one has more features than the old one I have now. I also really like the look of this one, though that isn't nearly as important to me. Anyway,my question is: Should I go ahead and get this one, or should I keep looking? Like I said, I'd like to stick with Sony, but if there's a good enough reason(s), I'd certainly switch to one that is better for the money. Anyone with some first hand experience, or that was looking at something similar, but got something different for whatever reason, would you please chime in and give me some advice?