Re: zoom vs reolution


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"tim fm ct" <r.dolan@xxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:QQ2Wi.51858$RX.44628@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Hi,
I'm in the process of replacing my Minolta Dimage Z1 (3.1MP) It takes very good pictures BUT I just can live with the focusing problems when taking pictures of landscapes, seascapes, on anything other than a PERFECTLY CRYSTAL CLEAR day.
I like the 10X zoom capabilities.
I've been looking a many cameras with picture quality and zoom being my top priorities
I saw quite a few Panasonics butr all the reviews mentioned poorer picture qualities than other brands.
I'm focusing in on the Canon Powershot S5 IS, and the Canon Powershot A650 IS.
The S5 is 12x zoom and 8.1 MP (I think) The A650 is 6x zoom but is 12.1 MP.
The reviews say that the A650 provides very good pictures. The S5 reviews do not make those picture quality claims.
I A650 seems to be what I want except for the 6x zoom. My question is: can I accomplish zooming by croping and enlarging seeing that the resolution is quite a bit higher?


Take a look at the Canon SX100is 8MP with 10x zoom.

The C-net.com review claims it has a better lens and makes better pictures than the S5.

NM

Thanks, David, Jurgen & NM,
I'll certainly check the Panasonic review again. Wow, I wish the SX100is had a view finder. I seldom, if ever, use the lcd. I,m not sure about the 6x vs 12x is not a big difference. Please explain again.
Isn't it something how no camera fits perfectly ??
Tim fm CT

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