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What new digital camera should I buy?

I just broke my camera this past weekend and am looking to buy a new one. I am a college student so my camera use is basically limited to taking pictures with my friends etc. I am also considering possibly going to Africa this summer, so I kind of want to get a nice camera that would take good pictures while I am there. I need some suggestions for good digital cameras under $300 that will take high quality photos. Thanks for your help!

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1. Look here for good choices ... remember to look at cameras that use the same memory cards you have already. http://www.dpreview.com After you choose a few, go into a store and hold your choices in your hands to see which fits your style the best.
2. I have a nikon cool pics they cost around 250$ but well worth it it 8 megapixles or 9 megapixles it's really great for any kinda picture taking
3. I really like my Kodak EasyShare 8.2 Megapixel Digital Camera. It takes great pictures and it is $125.
4. There are so many cameras out there it is difficult to say, but digital is definitely the way to go. I think the following information will be very helpful. What gives a camera its picture quality? The short answer is that it is mostly the skill of the photographer that produces high quality pictures. The lens and camera are very important, but the ability to set the scene, adjust the cameras settings, and hold the camera very still or use a tripod with auto or remote shutter actuation when required is what gets the great pictures. Many of the new cameras come with only an LCD screen. Would suggest that you find one that also has an optical view finder because the LCD screen is almost impossible to see in bright sun. Higher mega pixels may not really be the best thing to look for. It is more expensive, takes longer to process, and may not be needed unless you are making a really large picture or blowing up a small part of a picture. http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=398&pq-locale=en_US&_requestid=2039 ... Lots of great camera tips in these two links. http://www.danscamera.com/Learning/going_digital/#resolution ... http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=38/10468/6368/333&pq-locale=en_US ... Check this camera. FUJIFILM - FinePix 10.0-Megapixel Digital. This is more camera for the money. Wide-angle shooting, a 12x optical zoom and picture stabilization mode combine in this camera for exceptional shooting performance, even at a distance. Plentiful scene modes, autofocus and automatic white balance controls make this camera a snap to operate. Life time Warranty (Parts & Labor).You may be able to find it on the Internet for a lower price ($144), but be careful of the vendor. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8879234&type=product&productCategoryId=pcmcat152400050001&id=1212192673855 ... This could be the best slim line camera. It's PINK! http://shopping.yahoo.com/p:Sony%20Cyber-shot%20DSC-W150%2FR%20Digital%20Camera:1995337750;_ylc=X3oDMTB0bjZzaWNuBF9TAzk2NjMyOTA3BHNlYwNmZWVkBHNsawNlbGVj ... The information about my camera is just to show that you don't need the biggest and best. Just know how to use the one you have. My camera has 5.2 mega pixel, but I use 3 most of the time because it gives great results, is faster, and takes less memory. Also, it only has a 3 x optical zoom and 7x digital zoom. I never use the digital zoom because making pictures larger works better on the computer. This is an old camera, but everyone is impressed with the quality pictures it takes ... like magic. Check with the Geeks in several stores and compare prices. Ask what cameras they own, but don't believe everything you hear. Once you select a camera read all about it in the owner's manual. You may be able to view the owners manual at this link. http://www.retrevo.com/s/digital+camera The source links will show most of the cameras out there with prices and help make your digital cameras work better.
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6. For around $300 you can get a Canon PowerShot SD850 Digital Elph Camera. It has a 4x optical zoom and takes 8 megapixel images. It's also has image stabilization that will help keep your subject in focus if they move during the photo. There are over 400 reviews for this camera at Amazon and it maintains a very high rating.
7. I am suggestion Canon Digital camera, it a good quality. Model: SD890IS 10MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom. ($294) http://astore.amazon.com/canon-powershotsd-20/detail/B0015DPJMK Model: SD880IS 10MP Digital Camera with 4x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver). ($266) http://astore.amazon.com/canon-powershotsd-20/detail/B001G5ZTN6 Model: SD950IS 12.1MP Digital Camera with 3.7x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Titanium). ($299) http://astore.amazon.com/canon-powershotsd-20/detail/B000V1VG2O Hope this help.
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