You did the research and found no answer. As this and other forums have kicked this around for a few decades the answer is there is no camera that can do much more than take what I'm going to call "good memory" pictures. That is, the quality is OK for your collection of events and memories but fall short of shots you see promoting the venue.
I have to ask if you know how those great shots are made. Do you know?
(I do.)
That said, what cameras and smart phones do you have now?
Hi. I know this question has been asked many times, but no answers really "answered" the question. In a few weeks I am attending a "the weeknd" show at an indoor venue. I would like to take about 20 pictures for memories. I've been reading some articles about specs needed to shoot good pictures @ at a concert. I need a small (non-pro looking camera) in order to get into the venue. I will be 10th row center so not much zoom is needed. The lighting will be relatively low but with blue/purple type of colored lighting. Sometimes just a spotlight. PLEASE someone help me w/ a 2014-2015 compact cam that would suit my needs. Vid would be nice, but not necessary. An article I read recommended the following "requirements" to shoot good concert pics, even with point and shoots.
-Manual mode, Aperature priority mode (low mode), fast shutter speed, ISO setting: 1600, spot metering,middle autofocus point,no flash (obviously), multi-shot mode. Now, I know realistically I probably won't get a compact digi cam with ALL these specs. I really need some advice and possibly a few camera examples. Thank you for taking the time to read my post. Sincerely, Michelle A.

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