25 Nov 2007

Just bought a new DigiCam – BENQ DC C640 – its worth every penny

Remember back in july when i said that i will buy a new digicam ? Well back then i wanted to buy that digicam but things didn’t work out right so i didn’t buy it.

Yesterday a new promotion popped up(-33% off regualr price) at MediaGalaxy(local electornics/IT&C shop) so i took the advantage and bought a new digicam – BENQ DC C640 at a great price – 115$ along with a 1Gb SD card – 20$.

The camera works great, it has 6megapixels along with 3x optical zoom using smc Pentax Lens and a wide 2.5 inch LCD display with 2 years of warranty. Along with these features what captivated my attention was the price and the lots of features that the camera has:

  1. Program Mode – The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture based on the scene lighting. Program mode offers the ease of auto shooting with full access to all menu options.
  2. Aperture Priority – The camera automatically sets the shutter speed for proper exposure. Aperture priority mode is primarily used to control depth of field.
  3. Shutter Priority – The camera automatically sets the aperture for proper exposure. Shutter priority mode is primarily used to prevent blur when your subject is moving. To prevent camera shake, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.
  4. Manual – You set the aperture and shutter speed; exposure compensation changes as a result of those settings.
  5. Face-Tracking function - C640 can automatically detect and track human face, lock on and focus. Simple click the shutter and enjoy the applause from everyone else!
  6. Shake Free Mode - BenQ’s Shake-Free mode helps you eliminate the chance of getting blurry photo.
  7. High ISO Portrait Mode – High ISO protrait mode enables you to take aesthetic photos under dim light evironment. In a romantic restaurant, a beautiful art gallery or a museum where flash cannot be used

As stated above the digicam comes with 2 years of warranty and in case of defection i just need to call a TOLL FREE 0800 number and they will come and pick it up and take it to service from my house - cool isn’t it? :D

Edit: Here are some pictures made with the digicam as Cleo requested:

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  • Cleo - 27 Dec 2007 4PM

    It sounds really nice all this features. I’m thinking to buy one too. Some pictures taken with it would be great!

  • slayer - 27 Dec 2007 7PM

    sure! I’ve attached some pictures :)

  • Cleo - 29 Dec 2007 1PM

    Thank you. I like both the pictures and the dog! :D

  • Frank - 09 Jan 2008 6PM

    Looks very good but i have a question. webcam? i’m waiting that answer to buy it. XD

  • slayer - 09 Jan 2008 9PM

    @ Frank – NO, you can’t use the digicam as a webcam :)

    nowadays you can find 1.3MP webcams for 20$ or so and VGA cams for 8-9$

    cheers,
    Tom

  • Shander - 15 Jan 2008 5PM

    I’ve just bought one. DC C640 is a good choice for general (non-professional) photograph. I like DC C640 design, menus are simple and effective.

  • marie - 21 Jan 2008 5PM

    if u buy this camera you should buy high capacity bateries (2700 nimh) if u don’t want to change frecuently your normal bateries (2100 or 2500 nimh )