What do you suggest....planning to get a Digital Cam

[Husky_mom]

does any of the canon digitals have like manual modes (like for focusing, and opening, speed, like manuals?)

the one i actually have is a canon but it´s semi automatic/manual, which i use to make artistic photographs but i need to get actualized

and i also wanted to get 11x14" prints so i can used my pics as decoration

[Jessika]

I don't know about other Canon models, (though all the ones I've used have had manual modes) but mine does have a manual mode where you can change shutter speed, exposure, etc.

EDIT: Oh and you should be just fine making 11x14 prints with a 4 - 5MP camera

Remember: the megapixels really don't mean a lot if you don't know how to use the camera. A professional photographer acn make BEAUTIFUL prints with just a 3 or 4MP camera whereas a novice beginner can have a 12MP camera and won't make good shots worth crap. It's alll in technique!!

[manda_moo87]

Get a Canon, they are the best by far.

I've got a Kodak EasyShare CX7525 and its an okay camera. I like it but I want something better, like a Canon.

[Ally Cat's Mommy]

If you are looking for a VERY compact camera then I would highly recommend the Sony Exilim. I have the 4 MPixel, but they are now making up to a 7 MPixel. ( I WANT one!!!)

It has a feature called "best shots" which has pre-configured settings for different lighting and shooting conditions, and you can also save personal settings.

It is small enough to keep in a pocket or handbag and the battery life is great.

ONE TIP - If you go for a SMALL camera - some manufacturers are cutting down on size so much that they leave out the viewfinder, so you ONLY have the LCD screen - this presents two problems:
- if you are travelling for a full day you want the option to be able to switch off the LCD and use the viewfinder to further prolong battery life
- in very bright sunlight you can't always see the LCD clearly, so you need the viewfinder.

Good luck in choosing!!

[elizabethann]

I just bought a Conon PowerShot A520.

I've been very lazy in regards to reading the manual so I can't tell you too much about it. But it did take some nice pictures while I was on vacation.

[Randi]

I have an Olympus C5060, but that would probably be too expensive for you. Anyway, you have to consider what features you really need.

There's a good site here with reviews of different cameras.

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/