Oct 7, 2005, 18:43
Actually just to add to the discussion - I have a Fuji S5000 which the manufacturer ( most likely deliberately ) crippled in the image quality department because they didn't want their entry level camera to compete with the sales of their prosumer level offerings at the time.
I purchased the camera based on usability and features and thought to myself - hey I'm sure I'll be able to live with poor detail and high noise - the colour rendition and other features will make up for it.
It was cool at first, but I think I now regret the decision - the low quality output doesn't exactly inspire me to take more photos.
Next time round (and this is my personal opinion - so other people may disagree) image quality will be at the top of my list..
I purchased the camera based on usability and features and thought to myself - hey I'm sure I'll be able to live with poor detail and high noise - the colour rendition and other features will make up for it.
It was cool at first, but I think I now regret the decision - the low quality output doesn't exactly inspire me to take more photos.
Next time round (and this is my personal opinion - so other people may disagree) image quality will be at the top of my list..