Recommend a digital camera for me?

[anonymous-user]

I'm looking to replace my old Canon Powershot A20 with something newer, so I'm hoping someone can recommend a decent camera.

I have a few requirements -

1. priced around £300 to £400, possibly a bit more if there's a really outstanding model.

2. wide angle lens, or at least a normal lens that will do wider angle scenic shots.

3. it needs to take the normal compactflash cards that I already have.

4. would prefer normal AA batteries to avoid extra costs of long term things like expensive rechargeable battery pack replacement etc.. as I expect to keep this camera for another 5 to 10 years like the current Canon.

thanks in advance
James

Edited by anonymous-user on Saturday 23 June 10:07

[imperialism2024]

I'm not sure I know of any non-DSLR cameras that take CF cards. I'm pretty sure they have all moved to SD, xD, or MSPD. Cheap SD cards though are quite inexpensive.

[philbes]

Canon 400D takes CF cards.
Uses a battery pack that costs £40+ from Canon but third party compatible battery packs are available for around £12. Camera kit includes a charger.

Edited by philbes on Sunday 24th June 16:50

The 400D, with its 18-55 lens costs around £495 but Empire Direct are offering a 10% discount and free 2nd & 3rd year warranty. Canon are giving a £50 cash back until the end of August so camera can be had for under £400 .

Edited by philbes on Sunday 24th June 16:52

[stigmundfreud]

get a newer powershot tbh. Cards will work, works on AA and they are bloody good cameras

a 500 quid 400d is, in my opinion too much for the camera it is and for the caemra it replaced. 300 quid will get a good 350d either new or used - prob more used than new but will not meet your requirements

just get a new powershot/cybershot