In recent weeks I have been looking into replacing my current compact digital camera with something a little more substantial. The bottom line is I am awfully disappointed with the snaps taken on my Canon IXUS 65, its photos look washed out and lifeless, night and restaurant snaps are even worse. I purchased the IXUS 65 on a whim at duty free because my previous camera was stolen only days earlier and was attracted to the ultra compact size of the IXUS 65, given my reasonable experience in photography I should have known better, but when you are desperate and heading overseas you make uninformed decisions.
The camera on the top of my list is the Canon EOS 5D a Professional 12.8 MP full frame digital SLR, that has a reputation as one of the best entry level professional Digital SLRs. On further investigation I find the EOS 5D is rumored to be replaced within the next 6 months by a 16 Mega Pixel EOS 5D Mark II.
Decision time what will I do?
Loving the latest gadget, gizmos and technology I have decided to wait for the EOS 5D Mark II but in the mean time I will most likely purchase a stop gap camera that will meet my requirements for low light shots (Restaurant, Food photography). I am thinking of the Canon Powershot A650IS, because of its good zoom, image stability, and larger 1/1.7 CCD sensor. You can be assured this time I will take trip to my local camera shop to take a look at its images.
With some important events, product reviews and overseas trips coming up in the next few months which include the launch of the Qantas Airbus A380 and Emirates Airbus A380, my next camera is extremely important, so if you have any thoughts or recommendations about my choice I would be happy to hear your advice.