Point and Shoot Digital with RAW Output Option

[drake2h]

I'm not a photography expert but appreciate having a camera capable of capturing quality pictures. I have a limited budget (around $400) and am looking to upgrade from my current setup (an older, basic 6 MP Olympus). What do you folks recommend for a point and shoot digital with RAW output capability? Thanks in advance!

 

[Cameraland]

The new Panasonic LX-3 has a RAW mode and is an excellent choice. Not only that but it has a 2.0-2.8, 24-60 lens. Great for scenic shots and dawn and dusk shots.
We can do a kit for you:2x 2 gig sd cards, case, extra battery and a card reader for 444.99.
Let me know


Joel Paymer
Camera Land
575 Lexington Ave
New York, NY 10022
212-753-5128
www.cameralandny.com

 

[OutdoorWriter]

+1 on Joel's recommendation.

I bought one of the first ones he received a couple weeks ago. See the "LOTS of Lumix DMC-LX3 pix" thread for some of the results.

It's a great camera for taking in-the-field photos, hero shots, scenics, etc. BUT...if you're looking for a camera to take wildlife photos, this one won't do it; you'll want one with higher zoom capability.


TONY MANDILE

How To Hunt Coues Deer

 

[drake2h]

Thanks guys. The LX3 is definitely up there on my list. Any thoughts on the Nikon L6000?

As for taking wildlife shots, any recommendations for a very amateur photographer?