An iphone takes good pictures for the purposes you are describing, and is very easy to use. I'm not sure about the relative quality of the cameras in competing smart phones, but I'm sure there are other good options.

Use a tripod. The lens that you use is very important too. I can definitely tell the difference between my images when I use the lens that came with my camera, versus when I use one of my DH lenses that are better "glass". I would also suggest taking a trip to Samy's Cameras in San Francisco. I have not purchased anything from them in a number of years, but they definitely, have/had a reputation of carrying a good range of products for every consumer. The people there may steer you in the right direction.

Ann takes great pictures, and is very thoughtful in her photography. She lives in No. California. Maybe she will see this.

Jackie, I would not know but I hope someone will help you. I am done with cameras and now I only used my phone.
I was wondering what happened to you as I know you post remarkable pics of your garden. I cannot wait to see them and I bet it will blow me away with blooms all over. I can just imagine your place with such beauty. Can't wait :)

Happy Easter !!

jin

Jackie, go on the internet and google "point and shoot cameras". They're single lens reflex cameras. Look at the reviews for the different models and find one where people don't complain about the batteries not lasting, or where they say that batteries last a long time. They all come with an adapter to charge the batteries, where you just plug the camera into the socket via a cable, so recharging the batteries is very simple.

Canon Powershot SX740 HS (or something like it) - it is a simple point and shoot 20 megapixel camera that will allow you to zoom in and take close-ups. Your images will be clear. For best clarity, something I am lazy about, but it does make a difference, use a tripod.

Oh... it has re-chargeable batteries too.

I don't think it's worth spending a huge amount of money on a camera, to take photos for this forum... what I have found is that the larger the file size, the clearer the image is, and I'm delighted with it... but try loading them onto Houzz and see the problems... they either won't load or time you out... so what I've had to do now is reduce the file size on my photos but by doing so I lose clarity... I can see the difference... but they do load quicker, and I can post more images...

I'm not sure if that's a ''good trade'' or not...

oh..Happy Easter too.. I'm forgetting you are all just getting up there, and we're off to bed...

I hope Bayarea girl also see this and Ann ...hmm who am I forgetting that's right Paul.

But I totally agree with with Marlorena for forum it does not matter.

All the new phones comes with great pictures unless you want clarity and zooming in with better pixels but I would not know much. I think the above mentioned names might know a huge difference .

jin

I think you could take great photos with an iphone.

Jacqueline, I do hope you are able to post pictures, Your Roses are always gorgeous. I agree with Sheila, the iPhone takes pretty good photos.

There are you tube videos with reviews and tutorials, tips and tricks, etc. on just about every newer camera out there. Helped me out a lot with my last one.

My android takes pretty good pictures and there are lots of photo editor apps.

Glad you've got what you like. Canon shows warmer tone which doesn't work for me. My favorite is Panasonic Lumix LX10. It is great for shooting flowers in close distance and shows more shades in sunny days. Anyway, hope to see your new rose pictures soon!