is it possible to use vivitar sf 3000 or sf 4000 as slave flash with canon sx120is digital p&s camera?

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Gautam

On their web-site, vivitar say that these two products are ment for digital SLR cameras but I wonder if they can be used with digital point and shoot cameras too.

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Sounds very feasible. The 3000 looks tiny, I'd avoid that. The 4000 has at least a head that can move up and down and zoom.
From a 2AA flash I would not expect too much in the way of power output so either you';d have to move them close or you would have to work with multiple flashes.

Despite that, $40 for a flash with a built-in optical slave is a very interesting price. You may face the challenge of setting the output manually which can be a challenge at first.


So, to summarize, yes this does look very possible but it will require a bit of time to work out settings.

what is the best camera for photography?

nicki

I am just starting to learn about photography and was wondering what is the best camera to use for someone just starting out? I have used regular 8mp Kodak easyshare digital cameras but I was thinking something a little better than that.

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I recommend to anyone seriously contemplating the purchase of a new digital SLR camera to consider these two primary questions:

1. How much money do you have to spend???? $500.? $800.? $1,500.?, $2,500.??

2. What level of photography do you aspire to "progress to" in the coming years ? (i.e. basic beginner, intermediate, or professional/business use).

For most beginners to intermediates I usually suggest one of these two manufacturers: Canon vs Nikon

1. Canon EOS Rebel model XSi. (Also known as the Canon 450D in Britain)
The "kit" package comes with an 18-55mm zoom lens. The camera has pop-up flash, 12.2 Megapixels, and shutter speeds up to 1/4000th, 100-1,600 ISO sensitivity, 7 auto exposure Scene modes, PLUS Shutter Priority, Aperature Priority and Programmed Exposure Modes and Manual. It also has a 3 inch LCD screen, 3.5 frames continous per second max., 9 point AF system, Live View Functioning and the ability to record photos in 3, 6 or 12 Megapixels PLUS numerous other great features found only on more expensive cameras. Wal-Mart is also selling them now for about $799. Sam's Club also has them for $729.

I bought one of these 6 months ago and use it as my "back up" camera. I absolutely love it. I have gotten some fantastic photos with it and cannot praise it enough. I routinely enlarge my photos to make 8x10's and 11x14 size enlargements with no noticeable distortion or loss of detail in the pictures.

2. Nikon D-90: If you prefer to use Nikon equipment I strongly recommend the Nikon D-90 which has 12.3 Megapixels, 3 inch monitor with Live View, 200-3,200 ISO sensitivity, 11 point AF system with Face Priority, 4.5 frames per second in continuous mode, 5 advanced Scene modes for auto exposure plus Shutter Priority, Aperature Priority, Programmed Auto plus Manual. The D-90 sells for around $900-950. (Body ONLY. The 18-55mm lens cost an additional $150.-175.) Typically, Nikon equipment is slightly more expensive than Canon equipment, but (having owned both Nikon and Canon cameras), I have seldom noticed BETTER quality results using Nikon equipment.

You might also consider the Nikon D-40 ($499) kit that comes with the 18-55mm lens.
Another great choice is the Nikon D-60 kit ($649) which also comes with the 18-55mm lens.

These selections are probably the best choices for any beginner to intermediate skill level, offering the most lenses and other accessories, dealers and places to purchase.

I strongly recommend that ALL beginners buy a good book on digital photography AND take a class or two from a Vocational school or Community Education Center in your area.

You can learn more about the technical specifications of each of these two cameras at these websites:

http://www.usa.canon.com
http://www.nikonusa.com

Good Luck

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what is a good affordable digital camera?

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Ellie Harr

i am 16 and i just need a good digital camera that takes clear and vibrant pictures. i would just use it to take pics of me and my friends and family but i want it to be about 16 megapixels or more. under 200 dollars please! and NOT chunky at all!

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Clear and vibrant will depend on the user of the camera.
Either a Canon or a Nikon compact digital camera. Both have the specs that you are looking for. See site for the choices.

WHere can i guy a good quality digital camera thats under $200?

Lilly

Where can i buy a good digital camera that takes hd pictures and videos? i need one under 200 dollars. and not one of those big bulky ones.

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The best camera for under $200 is the Canon A550

* 7.1 Megapixel
* 4X Optical Zoom
* Very good photo quality, noise levels low through ISO 400 (in good light)
* Well built for the price
* Very good performance
* LCD visible in low light
* Some manual controls
* AF-assist lamp, good low light focusing
* Good movie and continuous shooting modes
* Impressive software bundle
* Uses AA batteries; great battery life
* USB 2.0 High Speed support

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What's the best digital camera that takes all around good photos and one that is good at concerts?

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Haley

I want to buy a new camera. And I want one that would fit my needs. And i also want one that isn't super expensive. I take a lot of photos of family and friends, and I go to a lot of concerts.
And as far as the concert part is concerned- I go to small venues in seattle which allows photos- and there is low lighting.
And as far as the concert part is concerned- I go to small venues in seattle which allows photos- and there is low lighting and lots of movement.

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A good camera would be one that performs well at high iso's, has fast focusing, and a big imaging sensor. Pixel count is the big fad these days, but in practice, these does little or virtually nothing the final image quality. more megapixels on a smaller sensor= artifacts, color bleeding, more noise, etc. You can consider a slr camera, which provides superior performance compared to a compact- or if you prefer not lugging around a heavy camera+lens....you may consider cameras such as the sony H9, Canon G7, among others. I heard Panasonic makes pretty good compacts too.


excellent guide to buying and understanding cameras: http://www.videojug.com/interview/dslr-vs-point-and-shoot-digital-cameras

Why do people choose different camera brand names, and what is really the difference?

Timbit

I use and love my Canon, but sometimes I wonder if Nikon is better. And Pentax, Sony, and Lumix...Where do they fit in?
I wonder if I should try out all of these different cameras, but the cost associated with each would make me broke on the first one! Any suggestions and comments on these thoughts?

I have used a Pentax film SLR (one about 30 years old), and a Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi SLR.

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Sometimes, people buy things based on a brand that they trust. For example, I bought a Blu-Ray Player from Sony. It is great. I was so pleased, I decided to return to Sony when getting a camera, and got the TX5 (point and shoot) camera form Sony. I loved, so when it was time to get a new one I went with Sony again. Then I wanted a DSLR, so it would make sense that, since Sony cameras have been good in the past, they will still be good. Also, if I already have lenses for a Sony DSLR, and I wanted a new base camera, I would not go out and buy a Nikon and have all of these Sony lenses laying around.

Other times, it is cost/availability. Canon might be cheaper than Sony for a comparable camera, so if money was tight for me, I might go with the Canon. Or, I might see that there are more lenses carried in a store for Canon, vs. what they have for Sony.

There usually is a difference between brands, but most of the time it is not enough to really matter. In cameras however, all of the brands seem to have a different CCD, etc. that could make the difference.

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Where can I buy a good quality camera for cheap?

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Marisa

I've been getting really into photography lately, and I want a nice/decent camera. Not like the one on my iPod. My dad is okay with me getting one, as long as I pay for it. Does anyone know where I can get a nice camera for cheap? Thanks :)
xoxo, Marisa

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Actually, it depends on your needs, of what you are going to shoot. If you are shooting concerts, you need a professional camera because it performs best in low light situation and DSLRs like Nikon D7000(Nikon's latest model) or Canon 7D is best for you. If you are going to play the role of a starter photographer, you might want to consider Nikon D3100(Nikon's upgrade to Nikon D3000) or Canon's EOS 1000D, these cameras are good enough for everyday shooting. If you have a little bit of extra money, I would suggest getting the Mid-range DSLRs like Nikon D5100/Nikon D90/Canon 550D/Canon 60D.

As I always suggest to people who wants to enter the world of photography, invest on the lens. Please refer to the list below for the combination of lens and DSLR if you are on budget but can actually make you own a good camera.

Nikon D90 Kit+ 50mm F/1.8D - Popular Combo
Canon 550 Kit+ 50mm - Popular in Canon
Nikon D7000 + 35mm F1.8 - New great combo + Very good in video recording

If you like a smaller camera but you like it to be of high quality(smaller than DSLR):

1. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 - Around $520+
2. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2CK - Around $600

So there you have it. A lot of options.

For your convenience:

http://tinyurl.com/camerasearchforyou

Always remember that in buying digital products, trust only the most reputable sellers. They have special offer now.

I could have suggested you cheaper cameras but those that in the list are the best for their price.

I hope it will help you in choosing.

The link below is my blog. Do not buy from there because that is catering local customers. Just to help you figure out what's best for you.

What digital SLR camera should I buy?

Jenna

I have around £600, whats the best digital SLR camera I can buy for around that price?
I found
Pentax K-r
Pentax K-x
Canon 550d/ t2i
Canon 500d/ t1i
should i get one of them or something else?

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Hmmm.

Nice selection. Spoilt for choice to be frank. I would say that all are good. Provided, you are able to get a good set of lenses. You could also look at the Nikon D5000 and D3100. Take a Nikkor 18-105 VR lens along with your choice. If indeed you swing the Nikon way.

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what memory stick for do i use for canon coolpix L22 digital camera?

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Crista J

what memory stick for do i use for canon coolpix L22 digital camera?

also where in the Philippines can i get this, thanks :)

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Are you being funny or are you confused?
Canon=Canon, Coolpix=Nikon, memory stick=Sony.

So in ONE sentence, you're talking about THREE different camera manufacturers.

Please make up your mind, then go read the manual (which can also be found online).

Canon Philippines has a very poor service. Are there others out there who feel the same way I do?

allan gv

My brand new digital camera has not been repaired by Canon Philippine for two and a half months now. They said the parts has not yet arrived from abroad. There is something wrong with the flash so I brought it for repair. I have'nt use it yet since I bought it from Saudi.

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sometimes they are.........my aunt had given her camera for checking some buttons which weren't working and they took 2 full months..........huh!

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What is a really good digital camera that is only about $100?

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Koolie P

I just got my Christmas money and i really want a digital camera, and i only wanna spend about $100. I have heard so many reviews about the Samsung 8.1MP Digital Camera but i dont know if its good or not. what is a good camera to get for around $100???? please help!

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Just saw this camera at Best Buy and think it is a great camera and a best buy. It has an optical viewfinder, image stabilizer, auto focus, and uses NiMH rechargeable batteries. Read as much of the following as you can for other information and help with choosing a camera.
Canon A590IS $129.99 at Staples yesterday.
http://bountii.com/deal-1523871-canon-powershot-8-0-megapixel.html ...

There is no one particular place to get great buys, but you may see something above that really helps you find the best buy. Click on the link in the information above for an example then search for your camera of choice at the upper left. Camera prices at this link change often.

While most of the cameras out there are really good, I would choose Canon over Nikon because it seems like more camera for the money. Some would say Canon withholds their best technology for high end cameras and Nikon implements their best at all levels. Before you decide, read all the text and links in the information below because it will help you know what to look for in a camera.

There are so many cameras out there it is difficult to say which is best, but digital is definitely the way to go. The second source link will be very helpful as it list most of the cameras out there with prices. The following information should help you know what to look for in a camera.

What gives a camera its picture quality?
The short answer is that it is mostly the skill of the photographer that produces high quality pictures. The lens and camera are very important, but the ability to set the scene, adjust the cameras settings, and hold the camera very still or use a tripod with auto or remote shutter actuation when required is what gets the great pictures.

In new cameras, look for optical viewfinders (LCD invisible in bright sun) and check battery prices. High mega pixel settings take longer to process and may not be needed unless required for very large pictures or enlarging small parts of big pictures. Maximum print size for a 3 mega pixel setting is 8 x 10 inches. Click links below for more details.
http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=398&pq-locale=en_US&_requestid=2039 ...
http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/mpmyth.htm ...

Lots of great camera tips in these two links. http://www.danscamera.com/Learning/going_digital/#resolution ...
http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=38/10468/6368/333&pq-locale=en_US ...

Check this more for the money camera. FUJIFILM - FinePix 10.0-Megapixel Digital.
Life time Warranty (Parts & Labor).

Wide-angle shooting, a 12x optical zoom and picture stabilization mode combine in this camera for exceptional shooting performance, even at a distance. Plentiful scene modes, autofocus and automatic white balance controls make this camera a snap to operate. You may be able to find it on the Internet for a lower price.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8879234&type=product&productCategoryId=pcmcat152400050001&id=1212192673855 ...
http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=3514&review=fuji+finepix+s1000 ...

This could be the best slim line camera with a viewfinder. It's PINK!
http://shopping.yahoo.com/p:Sony%20Cyber-shot%20DSC-W150%2FR%20Digital%20Camera:1995337750;_ylc=X3oDMTB0bjZzaWNuBF9TAzk2NjMyOTA3BHNlYwNmZWVkBHNsawNlbGVj ...
http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=3462&review=sony+cybershot+w150 ...

The information about my camera is just to show that you don't need the biggest and best. Just know how to use the one you have.

My camera has 5.2 mega pixel, but I use 3 most of the time because it gives great results, is faster, and takes less memory. Also, it only has a 3 x optical zoom and 7 x digital zoom. I never use the digital zoom because making pictures larger works better on the computer. This is an old camera, but everyone is impressed with the quality pictures it takes ... like magic.

Check with the Geeks in several stores and compare prices. Ask what cameras they own, but don't believe everything you hear. Once you select a camera read all about it in the owner's manual. Just learned that my camera has red-eye prevention and correction. It also has adaptive lighting. You may be able to view owners manuals at this link, but will need to Login. http://www.retrevo.com/s/digital+camera ...

The source links will show most of the cameras out there with prices and help make your digital cameras work better.

what pink digital camera should i get for christmas?

leslie [:

i am 13 years old and i want a pink digital camera for christmas, but what brand should i get? i want a pretty cheap, reasonable-priced pink digital camera that is thin and pretty small! i like small things that fit in my pocket (: please tell me which brand of a pink digital camera i should get! links of websites are helpful.
remember: easy way to get 10 points if u provide me withh good info (:
THANK U SOO MUCH!

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Hey i want one too so heres a few and there all available at best buy!

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Canon+-+PowerShot+10.0-Megapixel+Digital+ELPH+Camera+-+Pink/9225554.p?id=1218062426108&skuId=9225554

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Sony+-+Cyber-shot+12.1-Megapixel+Digital+Camera+-+Pink/9257092.p?id=1218069752075&skuId=9257092

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olstemplatemapper.jsp?id=1218109498051&type=product

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Sony+-+Cyber-shot+12.1-Megapixel+Digital+Camera+-+Pink/9267063.p?id=1218071906719&skuId=9267063

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/FUJIFILM+-+FinePix+10.0-Megapixel+Digital+Camera+-+Pink/9225475.p?id=1218062425480&skuId=9225475

The second last one is the one i have and it rocks and the last one is waterproof.

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Which is a better camera, the nikon d3000 or canon rebel XSI?

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Mereeeee

I am a beginger and own the canon s90, but I want a more advanced camera. This would be my first D slr camera so I am not really sure what to look for when choosing which one. I have always been a Canon person, although most reviews say that the Nikon is better. help!

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I think you should go with Nikon D3000 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera
*10.2-megapixel DX-format imaging sensor for prints up to 20 x 30 inches
*Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-Nikkor VR Image Stabilization lens
*Nikon EXPEED image processing; in-camera image editing and Active D-Lighting
*3.0-inch color LCD screen; 170-degree wide-angle viewing

What kind of camera should I buy?

MD

I want a nice camera to take pictures of scenery with. Just normal cameras blur stuff, or the lighting is aweful. I want something that I can take pictures of scenery and have them come out looking like what i took the picture of. Nothin gtoo expensive, because i'm not sure I would ever start doing people, where the money is at, and I don't want to buy anything extremely expensive when I won't get my money's worth out of it. This is something i'm just doing for me, for now.

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If you're looking for a pocketable camera that has reasonably high quality images, lets you control aperture, speed and focus and shoot in RAW format, this is it. I bought mine as an upgrade from a previous small but versatile camera, a Canon Powershot S70.

The Powershot S95 was introduced in August 2010 as a slight upgrade to the S90, which was widely praised for its image quality and excellent interface but criticized for being hard to hold ("like a bar of soap in the shower") and for having a control dial that turned too easily. The S95 fixes both problems and adds a couple of other features in a package that fits in the pocket of your jeans (if they're not super tight). The case is metal, and although there are no finger grips on the body, it's not slippery at all. It feels like it's covered with super-fine sandpaper (like 1000 or 1500 grit, for those you who know what that feels like).

The second major complaint about the S-90 was that the function selection ring on the rear moved too easily. The ring on the S-95 has a slight click when you move it, and it doesn't move unless you want it to.

There are a couple of other cameras of this type, including the Panasonic LX-3 and LX-5 and the Samsung TL500. They all have let you control camera functions, and like the S95 they have 10 MP sensors that are almost twice as large as a typical pocket camera, so the pixels on the sensor are larger. That lets them gather light more efficiently, which reduces digital "noise" when you shoot in dim light. Image quality is noticeably better than photos from typical pocket cameras. You can make an 8 x 10 or perhaps 11x14 enlargement, although a digital SLR will be significantly better for larger prints. They also have f/2.0 lenses at their widest angle, although the aperture closes down as you zoom in.

The Canon has two advantages over the Panasonic LX-3 & LX-5. First, you really can put it in your pocket or in a belt case no bigger than the one you use for a mobile phone. Second, the interface is a brilliant re-thinking of how a very small camera with a full set of controls should work. There's not much room for buttons on the small surface, but you don't have to get into a multi-level menu on the LCD, and yet changing settings is fast and intuitive.
For example, there's a ring around the lens that you can grip easily to control zoom, or, shutter speed, or aperture, change ISO, or manually focus. You select what you want it to do by pressing a button on the top, and when you look at the LCD screen you can see what it's programmed for. There's a selection wheel on the back for other functions, and when you move it, a clear set of choices appears on the screen. The selections are context-appropriate, so they change depending on whether you've set the camera for aperture control, "Program" control, etc.

The two Panasonics have the same sensor as their Canon equivalents, but they offer a slightly wider lens (24mm vs. 28 for the S95). The LX-3 has a much shorter telephoto - only 60 mm. The LX-5, which was introduced a couple of weeks before the S95, has a 90mm telephoto, and you can buy an add-on optical viewfinder. It also has a flash shoe in addition to the pop-up flash, although you can buy a dedicated add-on flash for the S-95 to supplement its pop-up flash The LX-5 is about 25% more expensive than the Canon S95 (and 60% more with the optional viewfinder) and while it would fit in a coat pocket, you can't stuff it into a trouser pocket.

If you want a truly pocketable camera that gives you good image quality and full control over your photography, the S95 is an excellent choice.

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What are the specifications I should focus on before purchasing a digital camera Incase of Sony /Nikon/Canon?

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Praveen

I would like to purchase new digital camera Sony / Nikon / Canon; so could you please suggest me what are the key aspects I should inspect before I purchase like lenses type, optical zoom, Digital zoom and etc?

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If you are looking for an adjustable camera, then it is important to choose a camera that can use the most variety of lenses and bodies .... this will give you the most flexibitliy as you build a system.

If you are looking for a P&S camera, then the Nikon and Canon cameras use the most common memory card .. the SD.

Look for a camera that has at least a 3x optical zoom (forget any reference to digital zoom .. ), has at least a 6MP sensor, and either a viewfinder or SI feature (both is better). If you an afford a camera that uses the state of the art Li-ion battery, so much the better.

What is the best digital camera out there?

Shroomy

I am looking for a really good digital camera that an amateur like myself can easily use.
I prefer something from Canon, Nikon, or Samsung, but I'm not too picky about the brand.
The price doesn't matter as long as it's not too expensive.
It needs to be something that doesn't die right away, and I would like it to be pretty small.

Thanks!

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I would suggestion these are good quality digital cameras (take good pictures, good of megapixel, good zoom, small) and inexpensive :

Canon PowerShot SD1400IS : 14.1 MP, 4x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom, 2.7-Inch LCD, 720p HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output, Smart AUTO intelligently selects from 22 predefined settings, New scene modes such as Miniature Effect and Fisheye Effect Low Light mode for dimly-lit situations, etc. (Announced : February, 2010)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0035FZJJ4?ie=UTF8&tag=garnavgpsrev-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0035FZJJ4

Canon PowerShot SD780IS : 12.1MP, 3x optical zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer, 2.5-inch LCD, Record video in beautiful high definition, Face Detection Self-Timer, Intelligent Contrast Correction, Red-eye Correction, etc. (Announced : February, 2009)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001SER47Y?ie=UTF8&tag=garnavgpsrev-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001SER47Y

Nikon Coolpix S570 : 12MP, 5x wide-angle Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens, 2.7-inch high-resolution LCD, 4-way VR image stabilization system, Scene Auto Selector and Smart Portrait System, etc. (Announced : August, 2009)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002KANX84?ie=UTF8&tag=garnavgpsrev-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002KANX84

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 : 14.1MP, 10x optical zoom Sony G-Lens, 3.0-inch LCD screen, HD Movie mode (720p), Capture breathtaking images in Sweep Panorama Mode, iAuto automatically optimizes camera settings, Smile Shutter technology automatically captures a smile, etc. (Announced : February, 2010)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0033VKKB2?ie=UTF8&tag=garnavgpsrev-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0033VKKB2

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What's the highest optical zoom on a digital camera?

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Florencia

i've seen canon sx30 with 35x optical zoom, is there any higher?

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Yes it's the best for now, but you have to consider a few problems before going wild for zoom. I own the predecessor Canon S5 IS (12x zoom) and SX10 IS (20x zoom). I kept the S5 because of some of the problems with the longer zoom camera, even though the SX10 is a good one.

The SX30 IS has wonderful focal length, but reviews and sample shots show serious chromatic aberration (purple fringing) problems and image quality is not up to its predecessors. This requires a work with software to eliminate the purple or sometimes green at the edges of high contrast areas on the image.

Another mechanical aspect of these long lenses that is often ignored is the "slow lens" (it's true for ALL the competitors as well) - the longer the zoom the smaller the aperture must be - requiring a much slower shutter speed. This is to the point that you need a tripod to avoid camera shake in many situations. I know first hand from my two cameras, that on an ordinary cloudy day walking around with my S5, I can take a good sharp hand held shot that will result in blurry camera shake on the SX10 - the slow lens problem is so much the worse on the SX30.

I will say that the reviews are reporting the "image stabilization" (the "IS" in the name) has really improved on the SX30 and there are some other features to compensate for the above problems, but do your research, and be sure about whether you will need to pack a tripod and set it up to take those zoomy images you want, and whether you are willing to edit images in software to get rid of the chroma problem.

What digital camera has the most zoom?

joe m

is there a digital camera that has more zoom than the canon sx300is, it has a 35x optical and a 4x digital for a combined 140x.

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Well, throw out any digital zoom. It is nothing more than cropping an already small sensor. Better results can be had by cropping the image produced by the optical zoom later in post production.

Most of the "super zoom" P&S cameras have a range from 24x to 35 x, plenty until you can eventually afford a real dSLR with interchangeable lenses, a huge sensor (15 times larger than a P&S) and complete control over the exposures of the images

At present, the Nikon P100, Kodak Z981 and Pentax X90 have 26 x optical zoom lenses, the Fujifilm HS10 with a 30 x optical zoom and the Canon SX300 with its nice 35x optical zoom have the longest zoom reach.

The reason for choosing extended zoom lens P&S cameras is because you cannot use other lenses, what you buy, is what you will have until you buy a new P&S with a longer zoom or buy a dSLR and start investing in lenses.
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Shipping Camera out to Canon? What will happen?

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rAiNbOwZRu

What will they do? Can they just say it has water damage? I was getting error 99 on my Canon Digital Rebel XS.
So I called and they said ship it out, but I'm kind of scared... anyone ever have experienced something like this before?
Thanks :)

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It will be fine as long as you have a warranty. They may replace the camera or fix it, and check it thoroughly. There is nothing to worry about, and your camera will be returned.

I need help finding a good digital camera!?

Hayati

I need a good camera..something thats good for everyday pictures...and that wont cost more than $250..please helpp! thnx!!

Answer
Fujifilm FinePix 10.0MP Digital Camera - Black (S1000)
$249.99

Or any other Finepix without the telescoping lens. Ask anyone with a Canon about "error 18", that is the camera killer, and has to do with the fragile lens jamming. The Finepix compact models dont have the telescoping lens that causes trouble and the MP rating is quite high. If you are anything more than a "point and shoot" photographer, look into the Fuji S1000. It is a real camera, real 10X optical lens and has real controls, ie aperature setting, shutter speed, ISO rating and feels like a camera, not a deck of cards. You will find yourself composing shots and getting more creative than the purse cameras, it also has a better flash. And its under 250 at Target. The Kodak "real" cameras (Z712) have very good lens and I believe they come with a dock which is very nice, it downloads and recharges as soon as you set it in the cradle. I came to really like my Fuji F700 dock. So simple.

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How to Buy a Canon Digital Camera Online Canon Digital SLR Camera ?

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resourcegu

I am looking for the best place to find a good quality and cheap canon digital camera or a digital slr camera from sony mustek digital cameras or minolta online ?

Thanks for the Help!!!

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yahoo shopping

I want to buy a inexpensive digital camera?

originale_

I'm deciding between buying a 5mp or a 7mp, I am very concerned on price, would prefer to spend $100, but willing to spend more if there is a big difference in quality. I hear canon makes good digital cameras, any other suggestions. My friend had a sony and it was crappy, so I don't wanna get one of those.

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samsung 630

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My Canon 860IS Lens is stuck halfway. It won't come out fully when I put it on and the screen reads Lens Error?

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Chuka

My Canon 860IS Digital Camera Lens is stuck halfway. It won't come out fully when I put it on and the screen reads Lens Error, Restart Camera. Do you know how I can solve this problem? I am on a vacation and would love to get tons of pictures.

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hope you got the receipt

Problem with my digital camera downloading pictures.

recruiter7

I am trying to download pictures from my digital camera to my PC. When I go to start the download, I get a message box that says "Camera or Scanner in Use, please try again later". I was able to download pics earlier today, what's going on? I have a Canon A80 camera and an HP Pavilion PC.
There is nothing else hooked up.

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Not sure if its a HP thing...but with my new HP desktop I get the same thing; 1) my fix is to connect the cable to the USB port, 2) with the camera switched off connect the cable to the PC; 3) which on the camera (make sure batts are OK).

I have the same issue with my inbuilt card readers, they will not pickup the memory cards first time. The fix here is to restart the PC.

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What is a good photography camera?

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Carly

Hey, im 18 years old and i am asking for a camera for christmas. I would like a good photography camera that is less then 1000 dollars. I don't know much about photography other then i enjoy taking pictures and i would really like to learn more. I dont need the most expensive one since i am just beginning this new hobby but i would like a nice camera so i can start learning and go out and take some pictures and learn hands on.

What would your camera recommendation be? Thanks :)

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With this you can get a good camera, like an Olympus or Canon or Nikon or other brands dslr's. If I would need a digital camera, I think I would buy a Fuji X100

Which one of these cameras are better in low light?

antoniodab

I also need it to be super quick. Looking to keep blurry shots to a minimum.


http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX50-Digital-2-7-inch/dp/B006K554DW

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-Digital-Camera-Optical/dp/B0075SUHKI
Oh come on, can't a get a simple straight forward answer? I'm not looking for professional shots I just need a compact camera that I can take on a night out

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Both cameras are poor for low light shooting.

For that type of work, ignore megapixels, zoom numbers and features like wifi or frames per second.

I disagree with the answer that states that there is no such thing as a low light camera. There are cameras that are more suited to low light work.


Sure the cameras you mentioned can get you and OK image in low light, but the only catch is that the cameras will need to be on a tripod or solid surface, and you will need to set the ISO to the lowest value, and your exposure could be as long as 30 seconds, and most compacts will not take exposures that are that long.

So you can't exactly walk around taking snap shots this way. I have a Fuji X100, I can do that, the camera is more suited to low light work.

So you need to start looking at the right kind of camera. A large image sensor and a large aperture is what you need, cost will start at 500 US dollars and go from there. Look at Sony's NEX 3N, from Olympus the E PM2,

You want an image sensor that's micro four thirds or the larger APS-C. Those high end compacts like the Canon G series, or Nikon P series can run up to 500 US dollars and still use a very tiny image sensor, avoid them.

Sorry, there are no cheap compacts that will take a great photo at night. If you use a cheap compact make sure the flash fires every time. No it won't look very good, but at that price point, that's all you can get.

The sad part about all of this? If camera makers made the image sensors in their compacts every so slightly larger, and stopped using these 14,18 and now 20 megapixels sensors, you could get a great low light image. Current compacts should have no more than 5 megapixels, but they are desperate to sell cameras so the number keeps climbing so they can be sold to people that think more is better.

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International shipping of Electronic Goods to India ?

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Nishant Sh

I wish to buy a Canon SX30IS Digital Camera. I am from India and this camera costs Rs. 29000 in India. When checked on the US website of Canon, the same model is priced at a bit less than 20000.
Is there any way i can get this camera shipped from the United States to India ?
please help.

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I am not sure about digital cameras specifically, but many online shops do not accept international orders or offer international shipping.

Here is a shopping directory website listing online shops that ship to India:

http://www.intletail.com/india/electronics/digital-cameras/etailers

I hope that link is of some help to you.

out of sony,nikon and canon,which is the best for a digicam?

v j

i want answers frm amateur n professional photographers frm india preferably.if there s a better company please tell me. i'm more interested in the quality of pics and durability rather than a stylish digicam.

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Since you are looking for quality of pictures, I will point you towards the SLR's. They are head and shoulders above the point and shoot cameras for quality of pictures. In the pronsumer-level market, I favor the Nikon D80.

The February 2007 issue of Popular Photography has an article where they compared the top 10 MP DSLR's. I took the scores and ranked the cameras similar to the way Formula 1 gives championship points. I just gave 5 for 1st place down to 1 for last place, splitting the difference when cameras tied in their catagories.

They evaluated Image Quality (giving this twice as much weight as anything else), Ease of Use, Control, and System Flexibility.

The final order and my scores are:

Nikon D80 - 17.5 points
- BEST in Image Quality, Control and System Flexibility
Canon Rebel XTi (400D) - 13.5 points
- Tied for best in System Flexibility
Pentax K10D - 11 points
- Tied for best in Ease of Use
Samsung GX10 - 11 points
- Tied for best in Ease of Use
Sony Alpha 100 - 7 points
- LAST in Image Quality, Ease of Use and System Flexibility."

Then again, this is the same magazine that put the Sony Alpha 100 dead last in this comparison named it the camera of the year in the previous issue! (In a follow-up to this seeming error, Pop Photo published the explanation that only the D80 and the Sony had been tested by the end-of-year deadline for choosing the Camera of the Year. Sony won on the strength of low price and built-in image stabilization. The other 3 that beat Sony in shoot-out were not tested until after the Camera of the Year was selected, because they were not yet available.)

Go to the original question and read the responses for more opinions.
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AiG00eHyd0oq5b.X7J.jiULzy6IX?qid=20070113133139AAHWJY0

If you want to get the "best" for the real world, consider the Nikon D200 or Canon 30D if you can afford it. For about $300-500 less, look at the results of the recent PopPhoto test and choose from that list according to your taste.

Personally, I use a Nikon D200 and would recommend it without hesitation to someone who has some knowledge of photography. For someone who wants the "best," but is starting with somewhat of an "entry level" knowledge base, I'd suggest the Nikon D80.

There are people out there who will state their preference for the Canon cameras and I will not argue with them. The Canon 30D and 400D are excellent cameras as well.

You would have to visit a camera store or camera department and pick them up and see what you think.

This review is now available online at:

http://www.popphoto.com/cameras/3569/10mp-dslr-shootout.html

Here's another reference from outside the photographic press. Consumer reports compared the Nikon D80, Canon Rebel XTi and Sony Alpha. Personally, I'd say that the Nikon came out on top here, also. It beats the Sony in "noise-free ISO" with an acceptable rating at ISO 1600 (kind of optimistic, I think...) compared to the Sony's ISO 400. It beats the Canon (in my opinion) by having a spot meter that the Canon does not offer.

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/electronics-computers/news-electronics-computers/november-2006/shootout-10-megapixel-digital-slr-cameras-11-06/overview/0611_digital-slr-shoot-out.htm

Here's another comparison of interest:

http://www.digitalcamerainfo.com/content/Canon-Rebel-XTi-vs-Nikon-D80-vs-Sony-Alpha-A100-Head-to-Head-to-Head-Digital-Camera-Review-.htm
[Note the navigation menu near the top of the review]

The next thing to consider is what lens to start with and where you go from there. If you are new to this, I'd say to just get the "kit" lens, which seems to be the 18-135 lens for the D80, and get started. Once you know where you really want to go with your photography, Nikon has an almost unlimited family of lenses to choose from.

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Canon digital cameras with HD video capability?

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I want a new digital camera, I love Canon, they have such good quality (in my opinion) but not only do I want pictures, I want HD videos too.. so please help me out with a good camera?

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There are plenty of point-and-shoots that do that very well. Do a search on Amazon.com.

I have also always liked Canons but lately I've gone Panasonic. My latest is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 .

I actually had 4 Travel Zoom cameras in my hands: The Nikon S8100, Canon SD4500, Canon SX210 and the Lumix DMC-ZS7.

I returned 3 and kept the Lumix. I absolutely recommend it. The stabilization and focusing are far better than in the others. In addition, it has GPS to auto-tag the location of photos.

Can you capture a still from streaming video with a good digital camera?

beingagood

I have to take some self-portraits for promoting my singing career, but my Canon Rebel is going to be too slow to see the results. So I'm buying a digital camera. I plan to get HD, and enough megapixels, but I'm wondering if I can cut stills out of streaming video, or do you need a good camcorder for that. If so, how good a one would I need?

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It's not the equipment, but the technique. The Rebel is very capable of capturing great still images.

HD is much lower resolution and while you can grab frames, they won't be anywhere near as good.

I suggest that instead of buying an expensive HD camcorder, you get a good photographer (even an art student good with photography and lighting) to take your photos. It's just not a good idea to take your own photo. If you are committed to taking your own photo, try using a digital SLR with live view and hook the camera up to a monitor, so you can pose adequately, then use a remote release for the camera.

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Atrophotography which camera to use?

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BON

I have a orion xx12 telescope and i am not really ready for the photography side of astronomy yet BUT my grandfather is absolutely set on buying me a camera for my scope so i have agreed to getting 1 but which kind is better a digital or a film camera and also which make is the best for this job
In the catalog i got with the telescope has a bracket that is for the orion xx12 anyway i should really ask this question in about 5 years time because i only had the scope for 2 months or so and i (would rather have a shed for my scope) just need a camera for now really because my granddad is bugging me that i should be able to photograph the likes of saturn and such so just to experiment with what could i get for 250pounds that would be a good starter.

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First off, the XX12 is not suitable for astrophotography. You need a telescope that can be polar aligned and tracks. The XX12 does neither, since it is a altitude-azimuth mount, instead of a equatorial type mount and has no drive motors.

You'll be wanting something more like this -
http://www.telescope.com/Telescopes/GoTo-Computerized-Telescopes/Orion-Atlas-10-EQ-G-Reflector-Telescope-with-GoTo-Controller/pc/-1/c/1/sc/15/p/24735.uts

or this -
http://www.telescope.com/Telescopes/GoTo-Computerized-Telescopes/Celestron-EdgeHD-1400-CGE-Pro-Schmidt-Cassegrain-Telescope/pc/-1/c/1/sc/15/p/9552.uts

You can use a web camera for doing simple lunar and planetary work. Then you can capture a few seconds worth of video and then stack the frames up to get a picture.
http://www.telescope.com/Astrophotography/Astrophotography-Cameras/Orion-StarShoot-Solar-System-Color-Imaging-Camera-IV/pc/-1/c/4/sc/58/p/52175.uts

For alt-az and deep space work, you can only expect to get no more than 30 seconds of shutter time before image rotation sets in -
http://calgary.rasc.ca/field_rotation.htm
http://www.astronomyasylum.com/telescopemountstutorial.html

But if you want to look at cameras, you need to figure out a couple things -

Do you want to use an off shelf DSLR camera? That you can use during the day as well as night?

Or, a dedicated camera that is for astrophography only? And do you want the camera to do color or monochrome?

A DSLR is a a nice choice for starting out, since you can dual purpose it. The problems with it are that you need to be able to control the shutter for minutes (most only go to 30 seconds) and it needs to have low electronic noise. The preferred DSLR's to use are from Canon. A dedicated DSLR for astrophotography is Canon's 60Da (about $1660), but they do make other cameras that are cheaper.
http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/03/canon-eos-60da-dslr-astronomy-night-shooting-price-release-date/

They have a wide amount of support from 3rd party vendors for camera and shutter control. One of the easiest to use is Nebulosity -
http://www.stark-labs.com/nebulosity.html

For a dedicated astro camera, they come to two flavors, color and monochrome. Color is the easiest, since it does it all in one shot. But is suffers in resolution - the amount of detail the camera can see. Since one 1/3rd of the ccd element is covered by either a red, green or blue filter (your eye works along the same lines).

Monochrome cameras have better resolution, but you need to take images in red, green and blue filters and then combine them for color. Which can be very time consuming and has a high learning curve for getting it right.

http://www.telescope.com/Astrophotography/Astrophotography-Cameras/Orion-StarShoot-Mono-Imaging-Camera-III-and-5-Filter-Wheel/pc/-1/c/4/sc/58/p/22076.uts
http://www.telescope.com/Astrophotography/Astrophotography-Cameras/Orion-StarShoot-Pro-V20-Deep-Space-Color-CCD-Imaging-Camera/pc/-1/c/4/sc/58/p/52085.uts

What is a good camera? (thats not too expensive)?

Username.

The kind like this...

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/searchpage.jsp?_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1&id=pcat17071&type=page&st=Canon_60D_2012&sc=Global&cp=1&sp=-bestsellingsort+skuid&qp=q43616e6f6e5f3630445f32303132~~cabcat0400000%23%231%23%23b~~cabcat0401000%23%231%23%23b~~ncabcat0401005%23%233%23%23b&list=y&usc=All+Categories&nrp=15&p=%5Bpromotion%2C+synonymns%5D&_D%3Ap=+&pu=defaultusr&_D%3Apu=+&pt=1340514001&iht=n

ORRRR..........

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/searchpage.jsp?_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1&id=pcat17071&type=page&st=Canon_Rebel_T3_T2i_T3i_20111218&sc=Global&cp=1&sp=-bestsellingsort+skuid&qp=q43616e6f6e5f526562656c5f54335f5432695f5433695f3230313131323138~~cabcat0400000%23%231%23%23f~~cabcat0401000%23%231%23%23f~~ncabcat0401005%23%232%23%23f&list=y&usc=All+Categories&nrp=15&p=%5Bpromotion%2C+synonymns%5D&_D%3Ap=+&pu=defaultusr&_D%3Apu=+&pt=1339304401&iht=n


I'm 16 and my parents want to know what I want for my bday that's coming up, and i don't think im getting a car until I get a job, so I want to find these for a little less somewhere. Like under $500.

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The fact is, to get one of these cameras, you should spend a little bit more (like 100$). You will need lenses, accessories, and memory (if you don't already have something adequate enough). Although, at just under 500 dollars, you can get this:
<http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/753766REG/Canon_5757B002_EOS_Rebel_T3_Digital.html> , or
<http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/855241-REG/Nikon_13145_Nikon_1_J1_Digital.html>
It doesn't include much (one single starter's lens), and don't get me wrong, it's still great, but definitely far from the best!

If you're looking for zoom, which most people do look for, you won't find some giant zoom range in lenses in your price range.

Personally, I think you'd be better off with a compact for the moment, develop your photography skills a bit more and stack up some more money; then buy one of these DLSRs...you won`t regret it!

Anyway, a good website to visit in order to let you determine a good camera (DLSRs and compacts) that fits your needs is this one : <http://www.dpreview.com/reviews> . You'll see that there is a selection tool to arrange it by rating, brand name, and date of release. Also, if you go to the conclusion of each review, there is a comparison tool between similar cameras (so you can compare ergonomics, performance, value for the money, image quality, etc.)

I hope it helps,
A fellow photographer

BTW: A good website to buy photography-related equipment ( at usually awesome prices) is <http://www.bhphotovideo.com/>

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How do I stop my digital camera recording the zoom sound when recording video?

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Jason

How do I stop my digital camera recording the zoom sound when recording video?

I have a Canon SX260

While zooming my camera during a video recording, the camera records the "zooming" sound. How do I stop this? Is it normal?

THanks

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1 Use an external mike
2 zoom manually (can you on that camera?)
3 zoom with your legs

how many pictures will an 8gb sdhc card hold using a 10 mp camera?

gailforce5

I am thinking about buying a 10 mp Canon digital camera with a 20x zoom. How many pictures would a 8gb sdhc card hold approximately? Also is there a chart where I can find this info? Thanks

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Check the Memory Card Storage Table at this link:
http://www.digitalphotographywebsite.com/memorycardstoragechart.html ...

Would choose a 3 MP setting unless you plan to print a photo larger than 8 x 10 inches. You actually lose picture quality when you crop a higher MP photo down to a smaller size. It also takes more money, memory space, processing, and transmission time with a higher setting.

Most companies are touting high mega pixel to sell cameras, but high mega pixel settings take longer to process and may not be needed unless required for large pictures or enlarging parts of pictures. Maximum print size for a 3 mega pixel setting is 8 x 10 inches. Megapixel resolution is about potential photo size, not picture quality.
Click links below for more details.
http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=398&pq-locale=en_US&_requestid=2039 ...
http://www.danscamera.com/Learning/going_digital/#resolution ...

The memory card I like, bought, and have tested is the Kodak 1GB for $10.88 at Walmart. Had liked SanDisk, but had trouble with two and these were a little more expensive so took them back. Both seemed about the same speed, but PNY was really slow. Don't like to put too many pictures on one card because something could go wrong and all pictures would be lost. Also, different cards could be used for different subject areas.

The number of pictures that memory will hold depends on the mega pixel setting on your camera. My camera will hold about 900 pictures with a 1 GB memory card and a setting of 3 mega pixels. It will take 84 minutes of video at 30 fps. Could use a 5.2 mega pixel setting, but there would be no improvement in picture quality.

The best way to move pictures to and from a memory card and a computer is with a card reader. If there are no memory card slots on your computer, purchase a Targus card reader at Walmart for $8.88 or another brand for less at Ritz/Wolf/Kit camera. Also, they do 3½ x 5" digital prints for 6¢ each on Tuesday and Wednesday.

CAUTION To prevent memory card corruption, keep batteries charged and don't delete. Wait for lights to stop flashing then turn camera off before removing memory. For card readers, double click Safely Remove Hardware. Select, then click Stop and OK.

Click this link for other camera tips and complete instructions on cleaning camera and battery electrical contacts.
http://www.google.com/base/a/4210404/D13701973093918363271

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