Digital Camera Deals Wire

Two Tamron zoom lenses for $190

2009-10-31T02:27:00.000-07:00

For Canon users looking for affordable zoom lenses for the film SLRs and digital SLRs, we have a special for you. For $190, you can have the Tamron 28-80mm and 75-300mm lenses. These are for the Canon EOS mount.

The lenses work on both SLRs and DSLRs, but please keep in mind that they are entry-level lenses, and considering the price, you can't expect them to perform the same way $1000 lenses do.

Casio EX-Z33 for $100 (multiple cameras)

2009-10-30T23:24:00.001-07:00

If you are looking for a starter digital camera with a 3X zoom lens, one of the options is the Casio EX-Z33, available in multiple cool colours at Amazon.com.

It sports a ten megapixel sensor, a three-times optical zoom lens, a 2.5-inch display, face detection, movie recording in the 16:9 aspect ratio that matches your widescreen HDTVs, SD/SDHC memory cards, and proprietary re-chargeable lithium-ion battery (like the cell-phones).

Sony Cybershot W290 (silver) down to $176

2009-10-27T12:35:00.000-07:00

Sony fanboys this is for you! If you are looking for a Cybershot camera that is above the entry-level but below $200, this may be of interest to you. The Sony W290 (silver) goes for $176 with free shipping and handling by the very profitable Amazon.com, who perhaps decided to share some of the profits by discounting cameras :) (NOT!)

The W290 has a five-times optical zoom that starts at the digital equivalent of 28mm wide-angle, and has the usual amenities you would expect from a 2009 model year camera.

But, as all cameras, it has its pros and cons, so be sure to check the internets for reviews by some of the well-known camera and technology review sites so you can get a good look at it before making the $purchase$ decision.

Fuji Finepix A170 yours for just $79

2009-10-27T11:37:00.000-07:00

If you want to get a digital camera for less, say $79 with free shipping, then check out Amazon.com, where Amazon is offering the Fuji Finepix A170 for $79 with free shipping and handling.

This is not a bad price, considering the camera has a three times optical zoom, a 2.7-inch LCD display, a ten megapixel sensor, takes the common AA batteries and the common SD/SDHC memory cards, and even includes a coupon code for 55 free prints from Shutterfly.com.

As usual, we highly recommend using rechargeable AA batteries, not single-use, since they are better for your wallet, and also better for the environment. If you look around your house, you will notice a number of small devices are using AA batteries. Switching to rechargeables may have the hassle of re-charging, but you only pay for them once!

And if you are not draining them quickly, also be sure to consider batteries with low self-discharge rates, like the Sanyo Eneloop.

Casio EX-Z33BK (black) shipping for $100

2009-10-25T20:10:00.000-07:00

Nothing like paying just $100 and getting a digital camera with a zoom lens. Especially if you were one of the early adopters of digital cameras and paid four figures for a camera with specs that were nowhere near as high as this camera! So, this very moment, Amazon.com is offering the black Casio EX-Z33 for $100 with free shipping.

But wait! There's more! (As they say in info-mercials). You also get fifty-five free prints from Shutterfly. You get a coupon code which you can redeem at your convenience for the fifty-five prints.

The camera has ten megapixels, and a three-times optical zoom lens, with a two-and-a-half inch LCD display. It takes the easy to find SD/sDHC/MMC memory cards and has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery like a cell-phone.

Hot for Sony fans: Cybershot W290 for $195

2009-10-09T23:09:00.000-07:00

If you are into Sony cameras, and you are looking for a Cybershot point and shoot digital camera, then look no further than the black Sony W290, which has now dropped in price to $195 with free shipping and handling.

This is a nice price, it was selling for over $200 for most of the time! And as a bonus, this camera starts at wide angle, the digital equivalent of 28mm, which is a nice plus for group portraits and landscapes.

Of course don't expect to turn into the next Ansel Adams or Annie L just because it has wide-angle :-)

Canon Powershot E1 (blue) shipped for $140

2009-10-07T23:32:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for a decently priced Canon Powershot camera that takes AA batteries, then head on over to Amazon.com, where they are offering the Canon E1 (blue) for $140 with free shipping. The order in this case is fulfilled by Amazon.com proper, while the seller is Pavilion Electronics.

Fufilled by Amazon is a low(er) risk way to buy items from third-party sellers, because you are dealing directly with Amazon.com, not with the third-party seller.

The camera, in a blue nutshell, has a ten megapixel sensor, a four times optical zoom lens, and the common SD/SDHC/MMC memory cards.

Sony Cybershot T90 (black) ships for $236

2009-10-06T23:16:00.003-07:00

The black Sony Cybershot T90 has had another discount, you can now obtain it for $236 with free shipping and handling at Amazon.com, offered by the Great River herself.

This is a camera with a folded-optics lens, and has the style and pizazz of the Sony T-series of fashionable cameras.

But do keep in mind, this camera uses Memory-Stick memory-cards, not the standard SD/SDHC cards. So, if you don't already have MemorySticks, then you would need to buy at least one memory card!

Although it is always a good idea to have more than one memory-card, a minimum of two is a much better starting point!

Panasonic LZ10K for under $130

2009-10-06T11:48:00.000-07:00

One of the very affordable options yet not a bad camera choice, is the Panasonic LZ10K, offered by different sellers at Amazon for under $130. The camera has a ten-megapixel sensor, with a 5X stabilized zoom lens, takes the easy to find AA batteries (re-chargeable or not), and the affordable SD, SDHC, MMC memory cards! There are 41 customer reviews of it over at the Amazon page, so check them out if you are not familiar with it.

Sony DPF-D70 yours for $70 (Monday deal only)

2009-10-05T00:12:00.000-07:00

This deal is only good for today, Monday October 5, in the year of 2009, so don't delay, don't forget! Amazon.com is offering the Sony DPF-D70 digital picture frame for $70 with free shipping and handling as their featured Gold Box Deal of the Day! There is a limit of one digiframe per customer. No rebates to worry about!

This digiframe has a 800x480 resolution, with a 15:9 aspect ratio, a 7-inch LCD display, 256MB of internal memory, but also takes memory cards and USB B-type connectors. It can do various slide and shows and dog and pony shows with the pictures.

And don't be afraid that it can't read your high-megapixel shots - it can read files up to 100MB big and 48-megapixels long. Not that it would make sense to put a 20-megapixel file on a 800x480 digital picture frame, but I digress!

More details and close to 60 user-reviews can be found at the Amazon product page.

Samsung HZ15w yours for $265

2009-10-04T00:29:00.000-07:00

If you are a fan of Samsung digital cameras, and are looking for a compact-sized super-zoom camera, you could be interested in the Samsung HZ15w, which currently goes for $265 at Amazon.com, with free shipping and handling!

It has a twelve-megapixel sensor with a ten-times optical zoom lens which bears the well-known name of Schneider. The camera has a 3-inch LCD display, and image stabilization. It has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, and writes the images and movies on the SD/SDHC memory cards.

$99 camera - the Panasonc DMC-LZ8K

2009-09-26T11:07:00.000-07:00

For the gadget freaks out there who love to use and re-use their re-chargeable AA-size batteries, we have a hot deal. For a mere $99, you can get the Panasonic DMC-LZ8K. This is sold by Beach-Cameras at Amazon.com. Free shipping and handling is included.

It has an eight-megapixel sensor with a five-times optical zoom lens with image stabilization, which Panasonic calls MegaOIS. It has a 2.5-inch LCD display, and its lens starts at 32mm wide. Not quite wide-wide, but wider than most compact digital camera out there.

It's really hard to get a better brand new-in-box digital camera for $99!

Fujifilm F70 discounted to $242

2009-09-26T03:02:00.000-07:00

For those of you who have a special place in their photographic hearts for the Fujifilm Super-CCD sensors, we have some good news. The Finepix F70 EXR has dropped in price to $242, with the usual free Super Saver shipping offered by Amazon.com.

The camera started out at $280, so it's already a near-$40 discount. The camera features a 10x zoom lens but it has a rather slim profile, all things considered.

It is the first compact and slim zoom by Fuji in recent years. It uses a smaller SuperCCD sensor than what most of the other Fujifilm Finepix cameras use, so it may not provide the same level of benefits as it does on the 1/1.6" sensors.

Having said all these, a $242 price on a slim-zoom camera is certainly a nice price!

And as always, be sure to check sample pictures, user and professional reviews, and online forums for opinions and questions.

Sony Cybershot W290 reaches the $200 price range

2009-09-25T22:45:00.000-07:00

Hey Sony fans, if you like your Cybershots, and you like wide-angle photography with the compact digital cameras, you can get the 2009-model Cybershot W290, in your choice of color, for around $200 at Amazon.

This is the Amazon-proper price, but if you want to buy from one of their third-party sellers, you can save even more. But be careful with third-party sellers. Only buy from names you know and trust. If it's a seller you don't know of, make sure you first spend some time doing some research and such.

Especially if the price is lower than everybody else. That is of course not to say not to trust every third-party seller, but just like on eBay, exercise caution!

Fuji Finepix A170 for just $84 (free shipping, bonus book!)

2009-09-23T20:53:00.000-07:00

If you are the thrifty type of buyer, we have something that might get you excited. For just $84, with free shipping included, you can get the Fuji Finepix A170. And as a bonus, you also receive a code that gets you a free 7x9 inch photo-book courtesy of Shutterfly. A $20 value they say.

Regardless of the free photo-book promo, paying $84 for a ten-megapixel camera, with a three-times optical zoom lens, and AA batteries is not. Unlike some of the older Fuji digital cameras, the newer models accept the SD and SDHC memory cards, which are the most affordable and more commonly used. So you are also getting the most thrifty combination of batteries and memory cards.

Because, unlike proprietary batteries, you can always buy AA batteries, be they alkaline, lithium or rechargeable. We do recommend rechargeable, because you can recharge them many many times, and you can use them in all sorts of other gadgets, not just this camera. More earth-friendly!

Sony Cybershot W180 for $130

2009-09-22T22:53:00.000-07:00

Hello Sony fans! If you are interested in the Cybershot W180, the silver model is offered by Amazon.com for $130. Free shipping and handling as usual with their Super Saving shipping. This is a ten megapixel camera, with a three-times optical zoom lens.

Please keep in mind, it takes Sony's own memory card format, the Memory Sticks, and it does not take the more common SD and SDHC memory cards.

The $130 price is for the silver model. The other two colors are going for a little bit more.

Considering where cameras and camera prices were a few years ago, it is amazing that for just $130 you can get such a camera!

Domke F-8 small shoulder bag (shipped for $61)

2009-09-18T04:28:00.000-07:00

Once you start buying cameras, then you have to start buying bags to carry them and store them. Often, the latter may end up costing more in the long run, as some people develop a special-interest and affinity to bags of all kind. Or you could just get a couple of solid bags and ignore the sirens!

One such good bag is the Domke F-8 small shoulder bag offered by Adorama.com for $61, and with free shipping and handling.

There are no rebates to submit. What you pay is what you pay!

This bag is designed for 1 to 2 cameras, with two to four lenses, and the other usual accessories. It has eight compartments and it is of durable water-resistant breathable cotton canvas.

Cute blue Fuji Z20fd for $100

2009-09-17T21:42:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for a cutesy colorful point and shoot compact little digital camera, that doesn't break the bank and takes the common SD/SDHC memory cards, then head on over to Amazon, where Target.com is offering the blue Fuji Z20fd for $100!

The Z20fd is a basic point and shoot compact digital camera, with a decent ten megapixels and a three times optical zoom that is built-in the camera body (folded-optics). The cover slides over the lens to protect when you turn off the camera.

Other features include face-detection, a 2.5 inch display, support of SD/SDHC (but also xD) memory cards, and a stylish eye-catching look. More so accenuated by the ice blue color of this particular model.

Vivitar V3800N SLR with 50/1.7 lens for $155

2009-09-10T03:54:00.000-07:00

If you want to learn photography the old-school way, you need an all-manual film SLR! One such is the Vivitar V3800N with the 50/1.7 lens offered by Adorama for $155 with free shipping and handling. This is a 35mm film SLR, not a digital camera by the way! It requires film to take pictures for those who may be too young to remember film cameras :)

Cosina 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 lens for just $58

2009-09-09T23:14:00.001-07:00

Dig low prices for new lenses? How about $58 for the Canon-mount of the Cosina Wide-Angle Telephoto 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 AF Lens? That's right, you pay $50 plus $8 for shipping! This is a full frame lens, so you can use it on all your SLRs.

This price is offered by 47th Street Photo on Amazon.com.

Nikon D3000 super-kit for $615

2009-09-09T20:28:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for a starter DSLR, and want to get a brand new 2009 model, instead of older previous years models, and you are a fan of the Nikon, then we have something interesting for you: A Nikon D300 super-kit offered for $598 plus $17 shipping and handling at Amazon.com by retailer Cameta Cameras.

In addition to the standard Nikon D3000 KIT (which includes the 18-55 DX VR lens), this super-kit, assembled by Cameta Cameras includes the following bonus items, which you also see in the picture below:
* additional EN-EL9a Battery
* 8gb Transcend SDHC memory card
* Nikon SLR System Case
* USB card reader
* card storage wallet
* cleaning kit
* recovery software (for lost memory card data)

Kodak Z885 for $99

2009-09-07T15:38:00.000-07:00

You don't have to pay an arm and a leg these days to get a digital camera. And if you don't need to have the latest and greatest model, you can get an even better price. So if you are a thifty value-buyer, you may be interested in the Kodak Easyshare Z885, offered by Beach Camera on Amazon for $99. Free shipping and handling is included!

Creative Labs Vado-HD (8gb) pocket video cam shipped for $100

2009-09-07T00:09:00.000-07:00

This deal is only good for a few hours, so don't sleep on it! deal of the day at NewEgg.com
The price is $100 with free shipping, no rebates, and you can buy up to twenty of these per customer. This is good until 1pm pacific time on Monday. Unless of course it sells out, in which case, it will end earlier.

One more thing, the link is a static link to the NewEgg Shell-Shocker Deal-of-the-Day, and it automatically adjusts to the current deal. So if you are reading this at a later time, you will see a different product.

Olympus E-520 DSLR and two lenses for $540

2009-09-06T16:00:00.000-07:00

If you have been looking for a way to get into Four Thirds without spending a fortunte, we have a great idea for you - the Olympus E-520 with two lenses for $540 with free shipping and handling. This is offered by 17th Street at Amazon.com.

This is a nice price, the two lenses you are getting are the standard two lenses that come in the kit, the 14-42mm and 40-150mm. Both are Four Thirds lenses, so you have to do the "times two" math to get the focal-range in terms of the 35mm world. So, basically, these would be 28-84mm and 80-300mm.

The E-520 has sensor-shift image stabilization, so just about any lens you attach to it, will give you the benefit of image stabilization. This usually a few stops of a light advantage in situations where stabilization can help. It's not a miracle cure, and you still need a tripod for certain situations. And no, it can't perform miracles. But it can certainly help you get a shot that otherwise may have been impossible!

Samsung SL30 (black) for a mere $89

2009-09-06T14:31:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for an affordable sub-$100 digicam and you are a Samsung fanboy of sorts that likes everything to be Samsung, well, just set aside $89 from your credit card budget and grab the P&S Samsung SL30 for just $89 with free shipping and handling. This price is at Amazon, and you can chose from which famous third-party seller you can get it from. That way you can pick it up from one that is closer to you, so shipping will be faster :)