Camera? (Not FF)

[hungNtree]

I've read reviews till I'm blue in the face. What do you guys reccommend as a good digital camera, that is at least water resistant, for around $50? Something small enough to fit in my vest. There may not be a "good" camera in that price range, but I have to be reasonable and realize that I don't get to fish nearly enough to justify a more expensive one. I want to mostly take pictures of fish, but normally take shots of streams. (Mainly because I like stream porn, and I don't catch that many fish) And of course if my 5 year old son catches a fish then a pic is a must. This is the camera I'm looking at right now, http://www.walmart.com/ip/VistaQuest-VQ8900/14262433

thanks in advance,
hNt

PS, if I get a 100 responses and there are a 100 different answers, I'll scream.

[Mike Thomas]

PS, if I get a 100 responses and there are a 100 different answers, I'll scream.
Ha Ha hungntree, I think you had better get ready to scream!! I know nothing about that camera, but I do know almost everyone who has a camera has a view on how good it is.
I wish you good luck in your search, have you considered getting a higher end camera second hand?
All the best.
Mike.

[Jack Hise]

Jason;
For an entry level camera it should be ok. Remember that the secret to sharp photos is the "Lens" not the pixels! It's water "Proof" which is sort of what you are looking for, not something you plan to take scubba diving! For the price, give it a try. It should at least survive that sudden rain storm you and your son get caught in! (another story to tell!!).
See ya in Townsend soon, can't wait to meet the rest of the family!

[billhouk]

Take a look at Fuji Z33WP. I know they are a bit more but the quality might be worth it. The ISO is not so great or I shake too much when photographing 12 inch browns in Michigan. This is a picture (taken with the Fuji) of a smaller brown so I'm thinking it may have been the excitment.
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[Wes]

that looks like a great camera. the thing about walmart is the return policy.

[WarrenP]

Jason, as Jack stated, that looks like it will do what you want. The reviews were not real great, but, reviews should not be the deciding factor. You might also check your local pawn shops and see if they may have something that you would consider.