I'm looking to buy a digital camera. I'll be using it for close ups of people, as well as semi macro shots. What would you recommend, and what is the minimum pixels that's worth buying?
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QUOTE(TheDuncePolice @ Sep 5 2005, 10:05 PM)
I'm looking to buy a digital camera. I'll be using it for close ups of people, as well as semi macro shots. What would you recommend, and what is the minimum pixels that's worth buying?
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I use the Sony DSC-S60 on a regular basis. I'm not a photography expert, but it seems to do the trick for most situations. It's 4MP, which is more than enough for most uses.
PM me if you want me to email you Consumer Reports recent ratings.
Do not buy from Cameras for Less. I had an awful experience with them.
QUOTE(Bitter @ Sep 6 2005, 10:13 AM)
Do not buy from Cameras for Less. I had an awful experience with them.
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Thank you.
Did anyone buy a camera from Costco? How is there return policy on cameras?
We bought the Olympus Camedia c-700 and are disappointed. The zoom is awesome, but if your subject moves the picture blurs, even on the special setting for action shots. The other features are ok. We take a lot of family pictures and if one kid moves the picture blurs. It is much better with the flash on though. It was overpriced. We bought my son something half price as a wedding present and it was a better camera. I'll ask dh what it was.
Olympus Stylus models are good for beginners.
-A beginner-
-A beginner-
QUOTE(Rikal @ Sep 6 2005, 10:55 AM)
We bought the Olympus Camedia c-700 and are disappointed. The zoom is awesome, but if your subject moves the picture blurs, even on the special setting for action shots. The other features are ok. We take a lot of family pictures and if one kid moves the picture blurs. It is much better with the flash on though. It was overpriced. We bought my son something half price as a wedding present and it was a better camera. I'll ask dh what it was.
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If you specfically set the flash to be "off" in a setting with insufficient lighting, the picture will be blurry. Even handshake will cause blurring unless you set the camera on a tripod. This is because the camera will automatically leave the shutter open for longer to let in sufficient light. That is true of any camera. And if you are zooming in, any motion blur will be significantly exaggerated.
QUOTE(Bluelaptop @ Sep 6 2005, 10:58 AM)
Olympus Stylus models are good for beginners.
-A beginner-
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-A beginner-
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I would suggest Kodak. Olympus is known to have problems with their digital products.
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QUOTE(Bluelaptop @ Sep 6 2005, 10:58 AM)
Olympus Stylus models are good for beginners.
-A beginner-
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-A beginner-
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I would suggest Kodak. Olympus is known to have problems with their digital products.
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As opposed to their analog products?
Talk about a ridiculous generalization.
Costco will take back just about anything. I had a problem with my [35mm] camera after the warranty expired, and they gladly took back the product and gave cash back (not sure if was with receipt), but their return policy is extremely lenient. They don't always hav ethe best prices. I got my Kodak dig. at Willoughby's, I'm in love with it . Check cnet for ratings and store comparison prices. Ignore the hype about digital zoom, it's not worth anything. Rather, get a lot of optical. If you're enlarging, get 5mp (or more). Prices keep dropping as mp get pushed up, so don't be afraid to get a little more than you think you need. There's a site somewhere that let's you tick off what you're looking for, and searches camera options for you. In addition, keep in mind you'll probably need a large memory card (1 gb is amazing, you do't think twice about how many pictures you're taking..which is great when you're pressed for time).
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QUOTE(investor relations @ Sep 6 2005, 11:12 AM)
QUOTE(Bluelaptop @ Sep 6 2005, 10:58 AM)
Olympus Stylus models are good for beginners.
-A beginner-
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-A beginner-
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I would suggest Kodak. Olympus is known to have problems with their digital products.
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As opposed to their analog products?
Talk about a ridiculous generalization.
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Digital cameras. Happy now? Their non digital cameras have/had great reviews for their price range.
QUOTE(Bluelaptop @ Sep 6 2005, 10:58 AM)
Olympus Stylus models are good for beginners.
-A beginner-
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-A beginner-
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I never had a digital, but did pretty well with a 35mm.
QUOTE(bigToe @ Sep 6 2005, 11:19 AM)
Costco will take back just about anything. I had a problem with my [35mm] camera after the warranty expired, and they gladly took back the product and gave cash back (not sure if was with receipt), but their return policy is extremely lenient. They don't always hav ethe best prices. I got my Kodak dig. at Willoughby's, I'm in love with it . Check cnet for ratings and store comparison prices. Ignore the hype about digital zoom, it's not worth anything. Rather, get a lot of optical. If you're enlarging, get 5mp (or more). Prices keep dropping as mp get pushed up, so don't be afraid to get a little more than you think you need. There's a site somewhere that let's you tick off what you're looking for, and searches camera options for you. In addition, keep in mind you'll probably need a large memory card (1 gb is amazing, you do't think twice about how many pictures you're taking..which is great when you're pressed for time).
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The reason why I want to go with Costco even if the prices aren't that great is because I'd hate to stay stuck with a camera I don't like for whatever reason. I believe in buying stuff that has good customer service and return policies. Even if it costs more. I'm planning to go with a 4 or 5 MP. I'd rather a 5, but of course it depends on the budget. I know which site you're talking about, but a lot of the questions are gibberish to me. My question about the memory card is - does every camera take every memory card? Are there some cameras who only take a specific one?
Digital Camera memory is not all the same.
Some types are:
SD
xD
CompactFlash
Memory Stick (Sony)
I'm sure there are more. So don't purchase any camera memory before you know which camera you will be getting.
As far as Megapixels go, I have a 4 MP camera. My understanding of megapixels as it relates to photo printing is this. If you want a perfect 8x10, you need a 4MP or greater. The ability to print bigger photos goes up with a higher megapixel camera.
Some types are:
SD
xD
CompactFlash
Memory Stick (Sony)
I'm sure there are more. So don't purchase any camera memory before you know which camera you will be getting.
As far as Megapixels go, I have a 4 MP camera. My understanding of megapixels as it relates to photo printing is this. If you want a perfect 8x10, you need a 4MP or greater. The ability to print bigger photos goes up with a higher megapixel camera.
QUOTE(Yankele the Innkeeper @ Sep 6 2005, 12:06 PM)
As far as Megapixels go, I have a 4 MP camera. My understanding of megapixels as it relates to photo printing is this. If you want a perfect 8x10, you need a 4MP or greater. The ability to print bigger photos goes up with a higher megapixel camera.
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4 MP is generally considered fine for up to 11x14 if I'm not mistaken. Another benefit of higher resolution is the ability to crop without degrading photo quality.
I have 6 and get amazing crops. The price I paid was pretty fair. Can get for even less now that it's a few months later..
One of many good sites to check out - www.dpreview.com.
I'm checking out that site. Just that a lot of it is gibberish to me.
this is my baby (though I got it for less at aforementioned place). I just saw another review that a professional photog uses this as his backup when his SLR fails..
QUOTE(TheDuncePolice @ Sep 5 2005, 10:05 PM)
I'm looking to buy a digital camera. I'll be using it for close ups of people, as well as semi macro shots. What would you recommend, and what is the minimum pixels that's worth buying?
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I just bought this one:
I'm not sure of the quality but if it works, the price seems OK.
http://www.geeks.com/details.asp?invtid=S501-BLU
This camera was recommended to me: Canon
Anyone know anything about it?
BigToe, I checked out the reviews on your camera, and don't like the complaints on it.
Anyone know anything about it?
BigToe, I checked out the reviews on your camera, and don't like the complaints on it.
The sony pc 200 or something seems great, has good review
it is 7.2 mega and has many features. You can get it for $350 at B and H
it is 7.2 mega and has many features. You can get it for $350 at B and H
make sure it has an optical zoom. Digital zoom wont give a clear picture.
Read this.
QUOTE(TheDuncePolice @ Sep 6 2005, 07:18 PM)
BigToe, I checked out the reviews on your camera, and don't like the complaints on it.
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that the lens caps isn't 'attached'?? it is. I've had it now for about 10 months now; I honestly have no complaints. Any q's, ask away.
I use a Kodak EasyShare which is the worst and cheapest camera I could find
this makes sure that I get the credit for the photos and not the bloody camera
this makes sure that I get the credit for the photos and not the bloody camera
QUOTE(bigToe @ Sep 7 2005, 02:43 AM)
Funny, I have the same. It wasn't the worst or the cheapest..and you can see the results for yourself 
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Here,
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and here.
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very lovely photos
though your camera is a good deal better than mine, now this is mine... and now that's pretty 'worsest'
I have a KodakEasyShare CX7300 - which in general serves our purposes of just a household camera (we hadn't had nything for a long time so just got a cheap useable one). In general it serves our purposes. The major complaint is I used it in an airport (which has PLENTY of light/flourescents) and hte pics came out soooo dark, I could barely see what was in it. I called Kodak to complain and they said that it was because if there is no background within 6 feet that the flash didn't work. Pretty lousy excuse considering how short a distance of 6 feet is...at least now i know not to use it in an airport again.
QUOTE(FYI @ Sep 7 2005, 10:27 AM)
they said that it was because if there is no background within 6 feet that the flash didn't work. Pretty lousy excuse considering how short a distance of 6 feet is...at least now i know not to use it in an airport again.
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That's the way it is with most any flash. It falls off after a while. When in the airport, stand with the windows behind you (if you're the one with the camera) and your subjects facing the windows (and you). The light is pretty diffused, yet brighht enough for the camera sensors to pick up nicely. (our pics came out gorgeous that way!) Obviously this was during the day. In addition, you may have a 'fluorescent' setting on your camera to match the lighting (same way professionsl have tungsten film to go with the tungsten lights).
QUOTE(sultan_knish @ Sep 7 2005, 02:24 AM)
though your camera is a good deal better than mine, now this is mine... and now that's pretty 'worsest'
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eek!
My inlaws got us an Olympus c-350 (special order to the Bay, but availalble with some slight alterations in other places) after my daughter was born. It is a 3.2 mP 3x optical (7x digital) zoom, quicktime movie mode and usb connector (really, simple to use). Takes incredible pictures, is fairly small and very easy to opperate. We love it and it has become our everything camera.
We have this Casio chosen for its shutter lag time (its a few months old so the market may have changed).
Digital zooms are rather pointless its better to get more megapixels and zoom in later.
Digital zooms are rather pointless its better to get more megapixels and zoom in later.
QUOTE(Yenem in Denim @ Sep 6 2005, 08:36 PM)
The sony pc 200 or something seems great, has good review
it is 7.2 mega and has many features. You can get it for $350 at B and H
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it is 7.2 mega and has many features. You can get it for $350 at B and H
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Are you sure you have the full model number? I did a search for this model and can't find it.
QUOTE(FYI @ Sep 7 2005, 11:27 AM)
I have a KodakEasyShare CX7300 - which in general serves our purposes of just a household camera (we hadn't had nything for a long time so just got a cheap useable one). In general it serves our purposes. The major complaint is I used it in an airport (which has PLENTY of light/flourescents) and hte pics came out soooo dark, I could barely see what was in it. I called Kodak to complain and they said that it was because if there is no background within 6 feet that the flash didn't work. Pretty lousy excuse considering how short a distance of 6 feet is...at least now i know not to use it in an airport again.
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it's a very real problem, first of all forget about nighttime photos except vastly overexposed or dark ones
try play with the exposure settings for better results and remember dark photos can be lightened but overexposed ones are a done deal, look into a cheap or free software package for lightning dark photos
after a while you'll get a feel for the camera and getting the light right and when a picture will or won't work
but indeed it is a mess, also no optical zoom only digital zoom, sigh
still sometimes the results aren't completely awfull
QUOTE(sultan_knish @ Sep 8 2005, 02:04 AM)
after a while you'll get a feel for the camera and getting the light right and when a picture will or won't work
but indeed it is a mess, also no optical zoom only digital zoom, sigh
still sometimes the results aren't completely awfull
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but indeed it is a mess, also no optical zoom only digital zoom, sigh
still sometimes the results aren't completely awfull
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Yeh, we've basically gotten it to do what we want. We don't do anything fancy, just use as a household camera, but that was such a frustrating experience.
QUOTE(sultan_knish @ Sep 8 2005, 02:04 AM)
still sometimes the results aren't completely awfull
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indeed.
(so when's the official member-photo-meet?)
Taken with a Canon PowerShot S500 (5 mp camera) bought on Amazon.
(knew I should have come 
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QUOTE(bigToe @ Sep 8 2005, 01:55 PM)
(knew I should have come )
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perhaps next time. or an h.com photofest/hiking/kayaking trip.
(but OMG, there will be girls on it..)
btw: I found a great place to go near Seven Lakes Drive (Lake Sebago). It's HUGE, gorgeous and they rent canoes, though you can launch your own hand powered boats too, best of all, it's only 20 minutes from Monsey!
btw: I found a great place to go near Seven Lakes Drive (Lake Sebago). It's HUGE, gorgeous and they rent canoes, though you can launch your own hand powered boats too, best of all, it's only 20 minutes from Monsey!
QUOTE(bigToe @ Sep 8 2005, 02:14 PM)
(but OMG, there will be girls on it..)
btw: I found a great place to go near Seven Lakes Drive (Lake Sebago). It's HUGE, gorgeous and they rent canoes, though you can launch your own hand powered boats too, best of all, it's only 20 minutes from Monsey!
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btw: I found a great place to go near Seven Lakes Drive (Lake Sebago). It's HUGE, gorgeous and they rent canoes, though you can launch your own hand powered boats too, best of all, it's only 20 minutes from Monsey!
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There's more than Lake Sebago there. There are a few of them, and some are nicer than Sebago. There's one (of course I forgot which one) that has sand leading up to the water, and it's gorgeous. Driving around seven lakes is very enjoyable. Love it. Especially when the deer are out. How about Haverstraw park? Gorgeous!! Love it.
Ok, I still can't decide. I need help from someone who knows this field.
What would you say are the major differences between these two:
Panasonic FZ5
and
Canon S2 IS
I want to know between these two, which one's worth getting?
What would you say are the major differences between these two:
Panasonic FZ5
and
Canon S2 IS
I want to know between these two, which one's worth getting?
QUOTE(TheDuncePolice @ Sep 8 2005, 03:39 PM)
There's more than Lake Sebago there. There are a few of them, and some are nicer than Sebago. There's one (of course I forgot which one) that has sand leading up to the water, and it's gorgeous. Driving around seven lakes is very enjoyable. Love it. Especially when the deer are out. How about Haverstraw park? Gorgeous!! Love it.
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never been, not from there. But if there are others..what're we all waiting for?
[never mind]
QUOTE(bigToe @ Sep 8 2005, 04:29 PM)
QUOTE(TheDuncePolice @ Sep 8 2005, 03:39 PM)
There's more than Lake Sebago there. There are a few of them, and some are nicer than Sebago. There's one (of course I forgot which one) that has sand leading up to the water, and it's gorgeous. Driving around seven lakes is very enjoyable. Love it. Especially when the deer are out. How about Haverstraw park? Gorgeous!! Love it.
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never been, not from there. But if there are others..what're we all waiting for?
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Seven lakes has seven lakes (duh!)
. Some are more private, some have sand while others are horribly stony fronts.But the haverstraw park is gorgeous. You can launch your own boats from there. It actually is a memorial park for 9/11.
The one I went to was pretty quiet. Big but only 3 other people on the whole entire lake! and the water's pretty swimmable (if you don't count the icks in the water).
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Can anyone recommend a camera that fits these criteria?
- 7-8 megapixels
- extremely high optical zoom (8x or more)
- quick shot to shot speed, or whatever they call it
- image stabilization
- not too tiny, not too huge
- around the $250-$350 range
- manual controls a plus, though not required
I've sort of narrowed down my list already but I'd love to hear recommendations from people who own various cameras.
Can anyone recommend a camera that fits these criteria?
- 7-8 megapixels
- extremely high optical zoom (8x or more)
- quick shot to shot speed, or whatever they call it
- image stabilization
- not too tiny, not too huge
- around the $250-$350 range
- manual controls a plus, though not required
I've sort of narrowed down my list already but I'd love to hear recommendations from people who own various cameras.
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Can anyone recommend a camera that fits these criteria?
- 7-8 megapixels
- extremely high optical zoom (8x or more)
- quick shot to shot speed, or whatever they call it
- image stabilization
- not too tiny, not too huge
- around the $250-$350 range
- manual controls a plus, though not required
I've sort of narrowed down my list already but I'd love to hear recommendations from people who own various cameras.
Can anyone recommend a camera that fits these criteria?
- 7-8 megapixels
- extremely high optical zoom (8x or more)
- quick shot to shot speed, or whatever they call it
- image stabilization
- not too tiny, not too huge
- around the $250-$350 range
- manual controls a plus, though not required
I've sort of narrowed down my list already but I'd love to hear recommendations from people who own various cameras.
Your best bet would be the Canon S3 or S5. They are both basically the same camera except for the S5 having a slightly larger swivel screen and a shoe to mount an optional external flash. Both have 12x optical zoom.
The Canon G9 is great with 6x optical zoom, no swivel screen but takes awesome shots indoors and out on "auto" right out of the box.
The S3/S5 has some graining issues on indoor shots (low lighting) but lowering the ISO, playing with the shutter speed and aperture settings will give you great indoor shots.
You can check out flicker discussion groups for all these cameras and view pictures as well.
QUOTE (accolade @ Jan 28 2008, 12:52 AM)
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Can anyone recommend a camera that fits these criteria?
- 7-8 megapixels
- extremely high optical zoom (8x or more)
- quick shot to shot speed, or whatever they call it
- image stabilization
- not too tiny, not too huge
- around the $250-$350 range
- manual controls a plus, though not required
I've sort of narrowed down my list already but I'd love to hear recommendations from people who own various cameras.
Can anyone recommend a camera that fits these criteria?
- 7-8 megapixels
- extremely high optical zoom (8x or more)
- quick shot to shot speed, or whatever they call it
- image stabilization
- not too tiny, not too huge
- around the $250-$350 range
- manual controls a plus, though not required
I've sort of narrowed down my list already but I'd love to hear recommendations from people who own various cameras.
Does anyone have any experience with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 or the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H10?
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