Canon Powershot SX40 HS 35x Zoom 12.1 MP Digital Camera w/ 2.7" Vari-Angle LCD + 16GB SDHC Card $279 + Free Shipping w/ V.me by Visa

Excellent. I missed the $299 they ran close to thanksgiving. Jumped right on this one. Can't wait for my sx50 to come now. This will be the 4th canon powershot I've owned starting with the S2IS. No second thoughts on any. Great quality and even better picture.

Quote from Spock : Don't believe these cameras (SX40 & SX50) are a waste of money as a photographer. These camera can take some great pictures. But as always, it depends on what you are using the camera for, your professional experience and your knowledge of the capability of digital cameras. The verbiage you use will indicate as such. This camera and the SX50 are good options when a DSLR camera such as the 7D and 5D Mark II & III are not allowed in certain events. 13 years experience with digital photography. Currently own Canon's first full frame professional digital camera - 1D.

I have owned lot of digital camera before and I just didn't get much out of it til I moved to T2i then now I have the 5d Mark iii. I didn't know that some events they would not let you take certain models of cameras. But I wish before I bought all the digital cameras I would of straight jumped to DSLRs which would of saved me money. Now the digital cameras are just sitting in the closet.

I would check a few amazon reviews before buying either. I have the sx40 and I'm dissatisfied with the image quality. I prefer that I can shoot raw without the hack. the jpg image quality are far inferier to any SLR. I'd get the cheapest SLR over this if you have the money. the sx50 is able to shot raw without the hack. Seriously folks, the zoom isn't something you'll be using frequently unless you really have such need. Hiking isn't one of those situations. I originally purchased the sx40 because i didn't want to lug my sub $1000 SLR with lens combo... but after viewing the images, I'd say stick with an SLR and go with a 24-70 or 28-75 Tamron.

I will say that the sx40 is ultra wide and ultra long... i hate shooting with the hacked firmware, and even then, the IQ is worst than the T4i or even 20D.

What killed it was that I can't manually zoom in and out by the lens as compared to an SLR which proved very convenient. Since I infrequently use the ultra zoom of the sx40, and the IQ doesn't meet my standard, I'd get a small camera and skip this or go for a SLR.

How could I use the v.me promo discount? I have v.me promo account, but after login, the price of SX50 still shows as $369.

Quote from Ning116 : How could I use the v.me promo discount? I have v.me promo account, but after login, the price of SX50 still shows as $369.

duh read the first post. you need to enter the promo code: VMEPROMO

Quote from jeepingsurfing : I have owned lot of digital camera before and I just didn't get much out of it til I moved to T2i then now I have the 5d Mark iii. I didn't know that some events they would not let you take certain models of cameras. But I wish before I bought all the digital cameras I would of straight jumped to DSLRs which would of saved me money. Now the digital cameras are just sitting in the closet.

The Canon 5D Mark III is a great camera that gives you a multitude of control. It is unfortunate that I can't take it everywhere.

I am not sure how much money you would have saved. The Canon 1D retailed for $5,500 and my first non-professional digital cost me over 1 grand. The cameras sitting in your closet including mine are lessons learned. All of my Canon cameras can take awesome pictures but once again, it depends on how you are using them, the type of pictures you are taking, your professional experience and your knowledge of digital photography. If you have some pictures on Getty Images then you must know somethng.

You either learn from a professional or you learn yourself, either way it will cost you in some form or fashion.

What are chances I will get this camera before january 1?

Quote from Leonidas : Shipping is $15.99 minimum, plus taxes.

Still makes it a lot cheaper than the posted deal. I've had no problems with Canon refurbs...

Quote from GeorgeC7842 : Still makes it a lot cheaper than the posted deal. I've had no problems with Canon refurbs...

Thanks for the tip. Just ordered one from Canon Direct. Shipping is free with code DEC12. Mr.Rebates has 4% cashback. Now I just hope it does not come in missing parts...

Good camera! I also have the Kodak Z990 and they both have their pros/cons. I slightly favor the IQ of the Z990 for macro (also shoots RAW), but the Canon is a more refined camera.
I scored big time on a Target close out deal for the SX40..was listed at $214. and since the box was open (but camera unused), I spoke to the store manager and he offered a 25% further discount. I countered with 50%..he took it! My BEST SD of 2012!
Ok, sorry for bragging....

It went up to $289 now.

I think I will wait for another deal around mid Jan

Thanks, OP.
Picked up the SX50 for $329 (with free 16GB SD card).

Quote from rsc272 : Thanks, OP. Picked up the SX50 for $329 (with free 16GB SD card).

Got SX50 few weeks ago @$297,
very disappointed for photo quality.
superzoon is great