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I have a good lightweight Sony for general purpose but it doesn't get a good close up shot for coins, etc.  I don't want to spend a lot of money for a limited purpose camera. I will check with the local (France) camera shops but thought I would ask if anyone on this forum has experience or recommendations on a good close up camera (with zoom capabilities) that is inexpensive. I have tried to take photos with the help of a magnifying glass but it doesn't work. My present camera only has a 3x zoom. Any rec's as to what type of zoom is needed for this type of close up work?? Coloma Gold

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« Reply #1 on: November 08, 2011, 03:55:39 am »
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Its not a zoom you need for close up work, its a good macro function, i.e. the function to focus very close
Most cheap compact cameras will focus around 10-15cm, some like the Panasonic DMC-FP8 focus at 5cm so you can get really close
Look for a slightly older model, they are often reduced to sell

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The macro function is the tulip icon on most mid and high end cameras. Good thing to have for detail pictures on small things. For coins I have good results with my scanner might try that before you invest in a new camera 

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I've tried my scanner but it only comes out as a dark circle.. Is there something I may be doing wrong?  I got rid of an old 35 mm camera that had a macro several years ago (pre-digital). I guess I will either get an inexpensive one or forget taking photos of my older coins. Coloma Gold

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« Reply #4 on: November 08, 2011, 10:54:18 am »
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This photo was take with a $12.00 web cam.

I had to back the lens out to the point it was about to fall off.  LOL

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