I am looking into getting a new camera.
I came across the Cyber-Shot DSC-TX5 which is a new digital camera made by Sony.
The reviews on the website seem to all rave about the product until it comes to the battery life. They pretty much ALL say that the battery life sucks. This is not only on this particular camera’s review but most of the other camera reviews made by Sony.
Can you let me know what you think about the camera if you have it? About how many pictures are you able to take before the camera needs to be re-charged?
I am open to suggestions if you have a camera that you love.
My camera that I have right now is a Casio Exilm and while I have really loved the quality of the camera the exterior has cracks. I have decided that while I really liked the camera itself there is no point in spending money for a camera tha cracks.
I am not a picky person, but when it comes to spending money I feel like I should get everything that I want.
It is important to me that my digital camera is able to film videos along with taking still pictures. I also would like it to be waterproof but it doesn’t have to be.
For that price(about $300),I think Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 is better.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5
* Certified waterproof, dustproof, shockproof and freeze-proof
* 3.0-inch wide touch screen for easy operation and viewing of images and movies
* 10.2-megapixel "Exmor R" CMOS sensor for enhanced low-light performance
* iSweep Panorama Mode captures stunning panoramic images; fast capture with 10fps at full 10.2MP resolution
* Card slot for optional Memory Stick Duo media and SD media
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX5-SteadyShot-Stabilization/dp/B0033VMM3G/ref=sr_1_1?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1279442557&sr=1-1&tag=hot-new-releases-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325
The DMC-TS2 is shockproof, waterproof, dustproof and newly added freezeproof in design with the capability to record high-definition movie in AVCHD Lite. Featuring a 28mm wide-angle lens, 4.6x optical zoom and iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode, this versatile camera lets you capture your moments no matter what the intended shooting terrain is. Swim along with tropical fish and capture shots of beautiful coral reefs, or take recordings of your friends around a camp fire. The DMC-TS2 is an extremely versatile camera that you can take with you wherever the action calls.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 14.1 MP Waterproof Digital Camera with 4.6x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom with 2.7-Inch LCD
http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-DMC-TS2-Waterproof-Stabilized-2-7-Inch/dp/B003960F7K/ref=sr_1_24?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1279441784&sr=1-24&tag=hot-new-releases-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325