looking for a digital camera

[Drache]

Ok I need help and what better place to ask. These are the requirements Im looking for:

- 10 megapixels
- more than 12x optical zoom (the higher the better)
- must be able to take pictures using the LCD screen not just the eyehole

Ok start listing which ones you think would fit these! 

[Brock Samson]

do a search lots of good info from previous threads...

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

The Panasonic Lumix camera I got last year works really well... 7MP, 10x optical zoom, 3" LCD etc

one of the best features by far, especially for car show duty is the wide angle lens....I can stand right on top of a car & get the whole car in the shot without having to cross the street ;0

[Drache]

I just got a great deal on a camera kit minutes after posting this 

Olympus SP-570UZ
- 10 megapixels
- 20x optical zoom
- Dual image stabilization
- 2.7" LCD Monitor

The store also threw in things such as:
- Card Reader
- Pocket Tripod
- Two 2GB XD Memory Cards
- Full Sized Tripod
- Compact Camera Case
- 3 piece filter kit
- Lens Adapter
- 2x (58mm) Hi-Def Lens
- 0.5x (58mm) Hi-Def Wide Angel Lens
- 5 year extended warranty on parts & labor
- 4 Memory free NiMh batteries 2000 Mah Each (with charger)
- Huge Carrying Bag
- Lens cleaning kit

So this is replacing my wonderful Fuji Finepix S5200! I just wanted something with more range due to the wildlife pictures I take. I'm giving the Fuji to my grandma for her birthday!

[Brock Samson]

that was quick, how much?

[Drache]

that was quick, how much?

$400 for camera
$80 Priority Shipping (yes Im impatient)
$100 Extended Warranty
$40 Memory Cards
$80 Taxes

$700 Total

Yeah I know its a little on the expensive side but now Ive got a P&S camera that has the best zoom possible.

http://www.dpreview.com/news/0801/08012204olysp570uz.asp

The ultra zoom camera category has a new world champion with the new Olympus SP-570 UZ, bringing you closer to the action than ever before with an incredible 20x wide optical zoom. Featuring built-in Dual Image Stabilization, Olympus' latest innovation for ambitious, specialist and creative photographers eliminates blur associated with camera shake to deliver razor sharp images, even at high levels of magnification. You can also breathe easy as you close in on the shot of a lifetime: sequential shooting at up to 15fps makes sure you won't miss a thing.

Capture unique moments in the middle of a sports field or at the front of a college podium – even when you're stuck on the sidelines or at the back of the theatre. Providing photographers with unprecedented telephoto power, the spectacular zoom capabilities of the SP-570 UZ bring your subject virtually close enough to touch. This 20x wide optical zoom model covers an equivalent focal range of 26-520mm, making it the world's most powerful zoom camera in this segment. Performance can be enhanced to an amazing 2600mm when combined with the 5.0x digital zoom. Even greater magnification up to a breathtaking maximum of 4420mm is possible when adding the optional TCON-17 Teleconverter and CLA-10 Adapter Ring.

Because the risk of blurry images grows as the focal length increases, Olympus incorporates Dual Image Stabilisation in the SP-570 UZ. It guards against blur caused by camera shake and is the perfect insurance for sports photographers and in all other situations where there are no second chances to capture the magic of the moment. Furthermore, this model's 15fps burst rate means not even a split-second of action will be missed. Additional smart technology also helps to capture unexpected surprises – the pre-capture mode enables recording of five frames before the shutter is even released.

The 26mm wide-angle capabilities of the SP-570 UZ make it perfect for getting the full picture when it comes to indoor and architectural photography. Framing is easy too, with a large 6.9cm/2.7" HyperCrystal LCD and BrightCapture Technology faithfully depicting the composition.

Get up close and explore the enchanting miniature world around you. With a minimum shooting distance of merely 1cm, the Super Macro mode of the SP-570 UZ is perfect for unlocking nature's secrets and photographing other captivating details and surface textures.

[elanmars]

is it a camera you can change the lens? because you can have all he megapixels in the world, a crappy lens will take all that away. Hell, you can have a not very impressive camera but a good lens, will do wonders!

[472 R/T SE]

I paid that for a barely 1 megapixel Kodak when they first came out.  I remember being on these forums and being one of the few who posted pictures.  My how things change. 

Why do you want so many megapixels?  I was always under the impression anything over 4 only does you any good if you plan on printing above 8.5" x 11".  A 10 mp image can very well look the same or worse than a 3 mp camera.     I imagine you had to get the high mp in order to get 20x wide optical.

Congrats on the Olympus.  Both my digi's since my first one have been Oly's.  The wife and daughter also have Oly's.  My old C-4040ZOOM has been too good a camera to let go of.  I use it more than my new E-300 SLR.

[69bronzeT5]

Not bad Kyle. I need a new camera, mine got stolen....again

[Arkgl01]

I got a Nikon d80 and LOVE it!!!

[Dave22443]

Not bad Kyle. I need a new camera, mine got stolen....again

Bronze, go here and get this one.  I purchased it about a month ago and it is by far the best camera for the money and at just under $100 it won't break the bank.

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=6537101

If you don't believe me, read the customer reviews.