What Camera????

Ok, after all this, and back and forth, and comparing. checked everything again. Because a wise man changes their mind but a fool never does. I got my camera on Saturday. And what did I finally get: Drum Roll please.

http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/cameras/digital_cameras/powershot_sx710_hs

thank you all for your input.

 

You can't go wrong with a Canon Redstar, but I don't know this camera so will go and check it out.

 

thank you. I am fiddling with it every chance I get, reading the book etc. discovered it takes a good 2 hours for the battery to power up. And seems to zoom in so well to the hummingbird feeder. Now if the hummer will only cue up and fly there when I am ready.

 

Unless you have a spare battery, it might be a good idea to checkout how long it lasts beforehand, especially if you intend using it for video in addition to stills, as that can really drain some batteries fast, leaving you to wait 2 hours until you can start using it again.

 

good idea. was thinking of plugging it in each evening and let it charge while I am sleeping. Surely it can last one full day.

 

maybe I will have to get an extra battery then. have to check. thanks.

 

there is an Eco setting? ok have to look. at work now.

I am planning on bringing my old stand by camera also.

Have to tell you all. On this trip, they will also be taking pictures and sending them on email to me, and whoever I list to see what we are doing daily. it is so neat. Soon.

 

Thank goodness I have time to get out and get the extra batteries. Ok, will get to a store this week. Even if I pack the charger with me, do you think I need all those extra batteries?