digital camera?

sinajon1

I want to buy new digital camera ,because i had 3 but no luck this time i need to be more careful my bughet is about 300 to 400 hunderd and i need something not big so i can carry all the time , and very nice picutres so i can use these picutres in my website too. please help me with that and let me know what can i buy best for my buget, thanks

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If youâre looking for a point & shoot, user friendly digital camera, I have to say, I like Canon. Nothing against other the other brands. I prefer Canon based on personal experience and their reputation.

Consider the Canon PowerShot models, the A630 or the A640. These compact models have helpful pre-set shooting modes that you choose for the particular picture situation you are about to shoot. Like: auto(matic), portrait, nighttime, landscape, indoor, snow, beach, kids & pets (subjects that wonât keep still), and more⦠You can also be creative with these models, where you can choose special FX settings as you are shooting a pictures and have the option to program/set your own manual setting, so check the specifications. You should bear in mind, with physical size of the camera, (subcompact/slim/flat vs. compact), you compromise features that are available on the compact/slightly larger models.

I own the Canon PowerShot A620. My favorite feature of this model is the vari-angle (flip and twist) display/LCD screen. It protects the screen when not in use, and helpful for odd angle shots. Especially if you want to take a picture of yourself, or yourself with others. Picture taking is instant! I have found lag time is not an issue, with this camera, compared to my first digital camera. They now have an updated version of my A620⦠the above mentioned A630 and A640. Here is a review and its features (keep scrolling to see the vari-angle screen), up close and personal:
http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/canon/powershot_a630_a640-review/index.shtml

Here is where I go to shop on-line for the best price for digital cameras. (Which I found to have considerable better prices than going locally to your nearest digital camera dealer). Just type in your camera model in the âsearch keywordâ: http://lowpricedigital.com/category.asp?master_category_Id=1000 Buy soon or check daily, for prices changes daily amongst merchants. Also check if the camera is being sold ânewâ or ârefurbishedâ.

If youâd rather buy from the store, check the usual places, Best Buy, Circuit City, Wal-Mart, Target, and camera stores. Even consider Office Max, Office Depot, CostCo/Samâs Club---any store with a camera department.

I hope you have better luck this time!

Digital Cameras?

Leo

I have a 14 year old son who want a camera and im clueless, what should i get him for under 300 dollars and which are the best for your money

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My choice for a camera that a 14 year old would think was suitably cool would be a Canon Powershot SD600, if you can find it, or its replacement, the SD1000. I'm sure others will recommend this camera.

Canon SD1000 (IXUS 70): http://www.steves-digicams.com/2007_reviews/sd1000.html
- Also: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Canon/canon_sd1000.asp Go there and click on "Read Owner Opinions."

If you want to spend a little less money, some of our best answerers always recommends the Fujifilm FinePix F20 camera as the best-for-less choice. I have to say that I like the sample images at Steve's site (below). If Morey000 or SpaceCowboy show up after me and make this recommendation, choose them as the best answer, because I'm just passing along their suggestion. I have no personal experience with this camera. I see it at B&H Photo (available through Yahoo! Shopping) for $150; $190 with a 1 GB Sandisk memory card.

http://www.steves-digicams.com/2007_reviews/fuji_f20.html
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Fujifilm/fuji_finepixf20.asp

My brother has the A540 and my mother-in-law has the A530 - on my recommendation - and neither one has stopped speaking to me yet. Based on this and experience with other Canon Powershot cameras, I am now recommending the A550 as a nice and relatively inexpensive camera.

Canon just introduced the A550, which has more pixels, but offers less user control. I'd be happy with the A540, but the A550 is probably also worth considering, especially since the A540 has been discontinued. I've seen it for $140 in some stores like WalMart and Target.

The A550 costs $160 at B&H and, of course, you'll need a memory card.

A550 review: http://www.steves-digicams.com/2007_reviews/a550.html

Steve's reviews updates the "Best Camera" list periodically:
http://www.steves-digicams.com/best_cameras.html

Consumer Reports from May 2007 has a short article on digital cameras and they recommend 10 different point and shoot cameras in the following order within groups according to camera design:
**COMPACTS**
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 (Overall score 75) [$410]
Kodak EasyShare C875 (Overall score 73) [$165] - Rated better for shutter lag
Nikon Coolpix P4 (Overall score 65)
**SUBCOMPACTS**
Canon Powershot SD500 (Overall score 72)
Casio Exilim EX-Z850 (Overall score 72)
Sony Cybershot DSC-W50 (Overall score 70) [$180] [Similar to W55] - Rated better for shutter lag
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX3 (Overall score 69) [$200] [Similar to FX-10, FX-12]
Olympus Stylus 720SW (Overall score 61) [Similar to 770SW - $360] (Waterproof)
**ADVANCED COMPACTS ("Near SLR")**
Fujifilm Finepix S6000fd (Overall score 77) [$300] - Rated better for shutter lag
Fujifilm Finepix E900 (Overall score 73) [$250]

[Things change so quickly in digital cameras that I can not find all of these models listed for sale and it's not even May yet. Prices are from B&H Photo, April 2007.]

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I would like to use filters on my new Canon Powershot G12 camera. What accessories do I need to buy?

Greenly

I have a new Canon Powershot G12 camera. I would like to be able to use polarized and special effect filters on this, but I'm confused about which type of adapter(s) to buy. Please advise! Thanks!

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I would consider Ultimate Accessory Kit For The Canon Powershot G12 digital Camera Includes Extended Replacement NB-7l (1300 mAH) Battery + Ac/Dc Rapid Travel Charger + 52" Pro Tripod + HD Wide Angle Lens + 2X Telephoto + 3pc High Res Filter Kit + Much More

This Kit Includes Everything You Need To Take Full Advantage Of Your New Digital Camera
Hi Capacity Lithium 1300MAH Replacement extended Battery For Canon NB-7l , + 110/220 Ac/Dc Rapid Travel Charger For Canon NB-7l - A Spare Rechargeable Battery and Charger Is An Essential Accessory. No Power, No Pictures! + Additional Accessories
52" Professional Photo & Video Tripod- 3-Way Pan head, Rapid-Action Locks Legs, Built In Bubble Leveling, Quick release Platform, Rubber feet + Plus Additional Accessories
High Res 3PC Filter Kit : Clear Filter (UV), Polarizer Filter (PL), Fluorescent (F-DL), Close Up Lens Kit Includes +1 +2 +3 +4 + Plus Additional Accessories

Canon g12 camera cases?

verb

Does anyone know where to buy a camera case for a Canon g12 I can only find ugly old leather looking ones on ebay . Also don't want to spend alot of money on a case so unless it's special keep ot fairly cheap thanx

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I have a Nikon P7000, which is essentially the same size as the Canon G12.

I use a Think Tank Modular Pouch, and it fits perfectly. These have just been discontinued, but there are a lot of places that still have them in stock, so you can find them for a few dollars less - about $15.

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SLR Digital Camera - Wildlife/Nature Photography?

fieldworki

I am considering taking a course in nature photograhpy and it requires a SLR Digital Camera. I have been doing some research on the camera's. Anyway, I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions. Basically, of the camera's listed below, what would be the top to 2 or 3 camera's to consider.

1) Nikon D40X
2) Olympus Evolt E-420
3) Sony Alpha a100
4) Olympus E-510
5) Canon Digital Rebel XS
6) Nikon D60
7) Canon Digital Rebel Xsi
8) Canon Digital Rebel Xti/Canon 400D
9) Sony Alpha A300

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Sony A200 that comes with the 18-70mm lens $499/£245.

Add Minolta AF lenses that you can buy off eBay or from used camera shops, these are from the 1980's and are excellent on the Sony.

The Minolta MA mount (not MD/MC) is the same as the Sony A mount, so these lenses work with metering, auto-focus and image stabilisation (which is bulit into the sony's camera body). There are old lenses available from Sigma and Tamron too.

Of course you can buy new lenses from Sony, Sigma and Tamron if you wish, but why bother?

The Nikon D40/D40X and D60 do not have an auto-focus motor, so if you buy old lenses you will be stuck in manual focusing. Of course you will not get image stabilisation on these old Nikon lenses either.

If you can get a really cheap A100 then go for it, but usually the A200 is so cheap it is not worth buying a used A100.

is the canon powershot a480 digital camera ok for wildlife photography?

Elianah K

i am going to Kauai this summer, but i want a "professional" camera to take vivid pictures of wildlife... its sort of a hobby, but that's the least expensive one and i don't want to get anything over 200 dollars. if this isn't as good as another one in my budget, let me know. finding any other reviews not in camera language would help a lot...
since its not going to take national geographic pics, does it at least have stuff where if it moves it still takes good pics?

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I think that what you really need is some training in photography if you want good pictures - not a better camera. There are many sources online as well as in books. Try http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials.htm to start with.

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What's the best affordable point and shoot digital camera?

Rip

I'm replacing my Kodak Advantix T570 APS Camera.

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http://www.target.com/Canon-PowerShot-10-0MP-Digital-Camera/dp/B0032JRRY8/ref=br_1_7?ie=UTF8&id=Canon%20PowerShot%2010%200MP%20Digital%20Camera&node=1038668&searchSize=30&searchView=list&searchPage=1&sr=1-7&qid=1287963924&rh=&searchBinNameList=target_com_category-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin%2Cstyle_name%2Cprice%2Coptical_sensor_resolution_derived%2Coptical_zoom_derived%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Cdisplay_size_derived&searchRank=pmrank&frombrowse=1
http://www.target.com/Nikon-Coolpix-10-0MP-Digital-Camera/dp/B002T964IM/ref=sc_ri_1?ie=UTF8&node=1042096
http://www.target.com/Nikon-Coolpix-12-0MP-Digital-Camera/dp/B0034XIL60/ref=br_1_4?ie=UTF8&id=Nikon%20Coolpix%2012%200MP%20Digital%20Camera&node=318708011&searchSize=30&searchView=list&searchPage=1&sr=1-4&qid=1287963867&rh=price%3A10000-14999&searchBinNameList=target_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_category-bin%2Cstyle_name%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin%2Cprice%2Coptical_sensor_resolution_derived%2Coptical_zoom_derived%2Cdisplay_size_derived&searchRank=pmrank&frombrowse=1
http://www.target.com/Nikon-Coolpix-12-0MP-Digital-Camera/dp/B0034XKDN4/ref=br_1_1?ie=UTF8&id=Nikon%20Coolpix%2012%200MP%20Digital%20Camera&node=318708011&searchSize=30&searchView=list&searchPage=1&sr=1-1&qid=1287963867&rh=price%3A10000-14999&searchBinNameList=target_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_category-bin%2Cstyle_name%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin%2Cprice%2Coptical_sensor_resolution_derived%2Coptical_zoom_derived%2Cdisplay_size_derived&searchRank=pmrank&frombrowse=1
http://www.target.com/Samsung-Dual-12-2MP-Digital-Camera/dp/B0035EFZPI/ref=br_1_9?ie=UTF8&id=Samsung%20Dual%2012%202MP%20Digital%20Camera&node=318708011&searchSize=30&searchView=list&searchPage=1&sr=1-9&qid=1287963867&rh=price%3A10000-14999&searchBinNameList=target_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_category-bin%2Cstyle_name%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin%2Cprice%2Coptical_sensor_resolution_derived%2Coptical_zoom_derived%2Cdisplay_size_derived&searchRank=pmrank&frombrowse=1

What is a good camera to use for youtube?

Nicoleeeee

I want a high definition camcorder like the one macbarbie07 and ilikeweylie use.... I just don't know what kind to buy, PLEASE HELP! winner gets 10 pts.

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Canon PowerShot A1300 16.0 MP Digital Camera with 5x Digital Image Stabilized Zoom 28mm Wide-Angle Lens with 720p HD Video Recording Great camera for the price. Purchased the camera in May 2012 to shoot family events, friends ect. You could not ask for a better price vs performance camera. Very simple to use, excellent picture and video quality. I would suggest getting a cushioned camera case that includes the USB thumb drive reader for $10, the case is perfect for travel and storage when not in use. The USB reader is a great option when offloading the memory card.

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whats the best $800 digital camera?

bob

around $800 dollars. i would like for it to record video too.
whats the best digital camera around $800 that provides the highest image quality?

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Well, digital cameras in that price range are SLR "professional ones that you can exchange the lens" Most do not record video as they are intended for semi or professional photographers as opposed to a regular user who wants lots of features. My personal best are the Canon EOS, they have a history of making quality lenses and user friendly and Essy to access features, the image quality rocks too. Other image comparable ones are the Nikon's. The Olympus not so much. I would recommend a Canon EOS Rebel 10.1 MP $699 Of course they're better models from Canon but those are more pricey and include features that only a pro would use. the Rebel series are intended for semi-pro users. Other reason that I recommend the Canons is that Canon uses newer CMOS censors as oppose to traditional CCDs like Nikon and Olympus. CMOs chips wins the war all the way since they provide more accurate colors.

Good luck

Canon digital camera playback problem?

blitzkrieg

So I was tweaking with my Canon IXUS 86015 the other day and I don't know what I did but now my playback (I don't know if this is the right term; it's when you view pictures you've taken on the camera screen) can only show for one second and then it turns itself off.

Please help!!!!!

Answer
Call the Canon help line 800.OK-CANON

You adjusted the energy saving part of your camera.

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What can I use to charge my videocam/digital camera/laptop in the Philippines?

kitkat

I'm traveling next week to the Philippines and I'm bringing my Sony DCR-SR42 handycam, Canon Powershot G6 camera and my laptop. I need to know what charger/power adapter to buy. Thanks!

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Check the label on your power adapter. If it says 120 - 240v, then you should be good. Most wall outlets in the Philippines produce 240v and will blow the fuse or the whole device if it is not rated to support this capacity.

If your adapters do not support 240v, then you'll need a step-down transformer that allows you to plug it into a 240v outlet and produces 120v output. If you can't find one local to your area, you will find more availability in the Philippines.

If you need to charge multiple devices at once, you'll need to also bring or buy a power strip bar. Don't plug these directly into a 240v wall outlet unless it is rated to work for such capacity.

Unlike the typical plug interface in the U.S. with 2 parallel bars, some 240v outlets in the Philippines require a plug interface with 2 parallel round holes. Go to your local radio shack or equivalent to buy these accessories.

Good luck!

wer can buy cheap digital cameras (canon a470)here in philippines.Metro MANILA?

mayee

CHEAP DIGICAM

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Padre Gomez in Quiapo

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digital camera.......?

:]

what kind of camera does the jonas brothers use to record their videos? there camera works really well and i would like to get it for christmas but i don't know what it is called.

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Not sure what camera they use, but have had great results with a low priced Canon Camcorder. Most cameras don't do as well as Camcorders at video, are much better at photos.

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

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 $149.99 at Best Buy store yesterday.
http://bountii.com/deal-1523871-canon-powershot-8-0-megapixel.html ...

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.

High mega pixel settings may not be best. It takes 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. When buying a new camera, look for an optical viewfinder (LCD not visible in bright sun) and check replacement battery prices.
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.

canon digital cameras?

Q. hey i've been looking to find a new digital camera. i love taking pictures of things whether it's my friends and me or flowers. i want something w/ nice zoom and that makes good quality pics. i also would like a canon camera...i think they're really good. can anyone tell me a nice canon digital camera that isn't too much money? i mean something below like 400...300 would be my highest probably! i like slim and small so that it fits in my purse and i also said that i like nice zoom...any ideas? thnx :-)
ya well i just want something that has better zoom than the crappy sony one i have now! i'd be happy w/ 4 or 5x zoom it doesn't have to be like 10x or whatever! i need better zoom because i take closeup photos of flowers and other things like that...i think i'm pretty good
but the sony makes the pics come out all fuzzy and everything...my dad's works much better
plus i'm going to france w/ my school in two years when i'm in tenth grade so i'd want something small and not too big so i can put it in a little purse or something

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I LOVE my Canon PowerShot A620. It's a 7.1 mp camera which takes awesome still shots, and just as awesome video. Great for vacation and home use. A great all-around camera.

I had a Sony, and I gave that to my daughter, and purchase the Canon PowerShot A610 for my teenage son. The Canon A610 is exactly like my A620, but is a 5 mp digital camera. They both take GREAT pictures, but my favorite thing about the camera, is the vari-angle LCD screen. It is very easy to use, and a camera you can grow with.

I'm a bargain hunter. I purchased both NEW Canon this past late spring. My son's was under $200 and mine was $204. Just Google or Yahoo! Search for Canon A620, then for the merchant with the best price, and order on-line. The price is waaaay better than going physically to the stores. If you need it right away, just upgrade the shipping. It's still cheaper than buying at the stores. No matter what model camera you're searching for, better prices are on-line.

One of my favorite settings our A610/A620 has is,called "kids&pets". Typically you use these on the subjects that usually has a hard time keeping still. But I also use this setting when taking pictures of my soccer team during game play. I've also taken pictures of my kids, nieces and nephews jumping in the air, a la cheerleader jumps, with great results. Lag time is very, very, very minimal. (i.e. delay from pressing button to actual camera capturing the shot).

I don't know if you'll find these models at the stores. They have newer models, the A630 (8mp) and the A640 (10mp), they boast more mega-pixels. But 5mp, more than suffices for most users. What I did was physically touched and feel the camera at the store, then go on-line to purchase.

Here is the link if you'd like to check out the specs on these Canon cameras: http://www.usa.canon.com
and go to 'products' to 'consumer products' to lead you to the cameras. Check out the zoom on this and other Canon models.

While you're searching on-line, you'll also find many reviews on these cameras. All raving about the camera. You'll also find information on these cameras in Yahoo! Tech.

Hope this helps.

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Canon PowerShot A470 7.1-Megapixel Digital Camera?

Q. okay if i make a video on this camera can i put my video onto my pc and like send it to family or like youtube

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Yes

You may have to manually move the video files to your computer and then modify them to match the You Tube specifications though

which is better brand on digital camera? canon or olympus?

joel ibarr

im trying to buy a camera, they both have 7.1 megapixel etc?

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Olympus is relatively new on the camera scene, they started in the seventies long after Canon and Nikon had estabilshed outstanding reputations for serving professional photographers. Olympus never successfully competed, they just didn't have the range of lenses and options that sophisticated photographers demanded. So they catered mostly to the consumer and nothing more. In today's digital world it's not really any different, they still can't compete with Canon or Nikon on overall quality and reliability or on the range of lenses and accessories available for solving the different photographic challenges.

Olympus has a tendency, like Sony too, to create proprietary things. They have their own memory card so you'll pay a premium for their card since you have no choice but to buy it. That doesn't mean it's better, it isn't, it's simply more expensive. Worse, the industry is slowly standardizing on secure digital and compact flash so there will come a day when you won't even be able to get an Olympus card.

You will find their reliability is also not good. Sometimes someone gets lucky and gets a camera that works perfectly forever, more often than not though, your camera could spend as much time in the shop as it does in the field. That doesn't impress me since Canon and Nikon cameras rarely ever need any kind of repair at all. On the positive side though, Olympus service is very good.

When it comes to adding other things like lenses, you have no choice but to buy Olympus lenses. Other manufacturers like Sigma and Tamron, both of which make excellent lenses, do not make them for Olympus, there isn't enough of a market to justify the expense. They do make lenses for Canon and Nikon however so with those brands you have a lot of choices as to what you can buy to meet your needs.

The only positive thing I can say about Olympus is that they're less expensive than Canon and Nikon as a rule but then I guess you get what you pay for. However I'd never own one and if one was given to me free, I'd decline the offer.

In terms of Canon, I used a Canon professional film SLR for thirty years and accumulated quite a number of lenses and other things for it to meet my needs. The equipment was always top quality and has never failed me ever. When I went digital however I went with Nikon instead.

At the time I wanted to make the switch I was stunned to discover that Canon did not support anything I owned. That entire investment was made obsolete when their digital cameras came along. I then also learned that the Nikon digitals could actually be used with all the older Nikon lenses. Clearly Nikon has a greater interest in protecting the investments made by their customers. Since I was planning to have several lenses and other accessories for my digital world, I went with Nikon because I can count on them to not suddenly obsolete what I have acquired or will acquire in the years ahead. Camera wise I think they're equal to or even better than Canon anyway. Certainly their cameras feel better in the hand and their controls seem to fit my hands perfectly. However this latter point is a personal subjective judgement, you may not agree after having held a camera of each brand. It depends on your hands and what controls you tend to use most.

Anyway, I vote for Canon since that's your only other choice though I would suggest you look at the Nikons too.

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Canon Digital SLR Camera?

Fay

My camera was recently stolen, and I'm looking to buy another Canon because I loved my powershot so much. I really want to get a digital SLR, but I was just wondering if there are any possibly good cameras for under $500? I don't have a lot of money to spend on one and I was wondering if there are any websites you'd like to suggest or anything.

Question for someone who owns a Canon Digital SLR: do they have the same "fun features" as the regular powershots do? My powershot had a fun feature that made the whole picture black and white but you could pick out certain colors that you wanted to show up, like red or blue. I was just wondering if a slr could do that too.

thank you!

Answer
Check the Canon USA website for the DSLR line. It shows MSRP's for the DSLR so that puts the outside maximum you would have to pay for the camera. Most places sell for under MSRP, but be sure you reserve some money for extra batteries, case, memory card(s) and a UV filter (to protect the lens from bumps and scratches).

Most DSLR's (Canon included) don't consider the camera as a fun toy to share images within the camera. You can do everything that point and shoot cameras do in terms of image manipulation but it will have to be done on your computer after you transfer the pictures from the memory card.

Canon includes Picture Style Editor, Image browser and Digital Photo Professional with their DSLR's either on an included CD or as a download from their website.

Also be aware that running around with a DLSR around your neck isn't nearly as fun as swinging a little point and shoot camera from your wrist.

What is the difference between the Canon Rebel XTs and the EOS series digital SLR cameras?

Jennifer M

I'm using the Canaon Powershot S3 IS at the moment. It does the job but now I need a little more after learning to shoot manually. To go further I wanted to know which was a better camera between the two.

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The new Canon XTi has basically the same automatic settings as the 30D and a considerably lower price tag! There are a FEW more manual settings that are allowed on the 30D, but for what you are coming from, I think you will be more than happy with the XTi.

Also remember that the higher up in the SLR line you get with Canon, that some do not have a built-in flash (you have to buy a flash) and the weight is a lot more. I do not like the feel of the 30D and up-- it is so heavy my hand gets tired after only a few shots. The Rebel XT and the Rebel XTi are made for smaller hands and are lot more user friendly if you are an amateur photographer.

When considering a lens, I would opt out of the 18-55 kit lens, as the quality of that lens is probably one of the poorest of Canons. Either get the 17-85L series lens (sometimes they will offer this as a kit lens for a higher price), or the 28-135IS lens. I personally have the 28-135 and I love it. It's a great everyday and travel lens, as the weight is reasonable, and it has a good telephoto zoom on it. It also has the image stabilization, which I would recommend with whatever lens you get, as it greatly reduces "noise" in your photos. I would personally only choose a Canon lens over the third-party lenses that might be a bit cheaper. Canon ensures that their lenses are 100% compatible with their EOS and SLR lines, so if you ever want to upgrade your digital SLR, they will guarantee that their previous lenses will work. Check out their website for more info (I left it at the bottom since it's a direct link to their SLR line).

Check out dpreview.com for more in depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of the 2 if you want to know specifics. To purchase your camera I recommend getting it at butterflyphoto.com. They have great prices on the cameras, but they do charge more for accessories so keep that in mind. Also, with an SLR camera, make sure that you get a GOOD memory card-- alot of people don't understand that even though you get a 1 or 2 GB card, you also have to have fast read/write speed cards so that you can keep up with your camera's abilities. For accessories, including memory, check out bhphotovideo.com. I have used all of the websites I have listed and they are reputable and reliable.

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Digital Cameras for Travel?

Africana82

I'm looking to purchase a digital camera soon for travel. I'll be taking many pictures and am looking for a camera that has great quality. However, I know next to nothing about cameras- does anyone have feedback as to which companies/models I should look into?

Answer
It really depends on what you will be taking photos of and when you be taking them. You got to look at the zoom and flash and pixel quality of the camera, but most important when traveling the weight and size as you don't want to be lugging around a heavy camera.

I really when buying a new camera only look at three models Olympus and G4TV had a recent review of one that may suit you Olympus PEN E-PL2. Then there is Canon now I am not sure of what you like but zoom features is always good and I think they are doing better, but as I could only find G4TV review of Canon PowerShot SD4500 I do say PowerShot models is something to take a look at as it is smaller and still has good quality but in the sources is a link to Canon PowerShot SD4500. Then there is Nikon and it easy to use abilities the models are good and everything take a look at this model Nikon Coolpix S4000 and see the link in the source.

The best bet is to look or try to think of the type of pictures you be taking and look and deiced by asking or looking at reviews of the latest cameras but I would stick to one of these brands as they are in my opinion the best in the business. In short Olympus has the best picture editing and special effects, Canon like the name says it has the great zoom and focusing out of them, and Nikon is the easiest to use. I would go first with the Canon then Olympus and if I had to Nikon. Hope that helps.

whats the best all around digital camera for traveling?

gbear92038

need close up and far away zoom ability

Answer
Canon makes the best comsumer camera in my opinion. They have really great imagine quality for their size. I would recommond them. Here are a few choices:

Slim and Small- No limit- Canon SD900
Slim and Small- $300-400 limit Canon SD800 IS (Has Imagine Stablization)
Slim and Small- $200-$300 limit- SD600 6MP

Ultrazoom- Canon S3IS (Has Imagine Stablization) 12X optical 6MP

Budget Camera- No limit- Canon A640 10MP 4X Optical Zoom
Budget Camera- Less than $300- Canon A630 8MP 4X Optical Zoom

Enutheist Camera- No Limit- ($500+) Canon G7 10MP 6X Optical Zoom

SLR- No Limit- Canon Mk-II $5000 w/o lens
SLR- $3000 - Canon 5D Full Sensor
SLR- Budget - Canon 30D
SLR- Below $1000 w/ lens kit - Canon Rebel XTi

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canon eos digital rebel xsi help!?

jbQB15

i have a canon eos digital rebel xsi camera. i plug it into my 2009 macbook pro with the usb cable that came with the camera. nothing shows up and i can't sync the photos onto my camera. the display of my camera says it is busy when i have it plugged in. how do i sync the photos if my computer doesn't respond when i plug my camera in?!?!

Answer
Your Macbook Pro has a built in SD reader. Have you tried inserting the camera's SD card into your Macbook? I have both the Macbook Pro 13" as well as the XSi. I've confirmed that the built in reader reads class 2, 4, and 6 SD cards. If you insist on plugging the camera directly to the Macbook's USB, make sure you install the driver that came with your camera or download it from Canon website.

questions about EOS Rebel Xsi Black 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera?

princess

I am thinking that this is the digital camera I am going to buy. I can buy it without a lens but, I don't know if my lenses from my Canon EOS Rebel Ti (Film camera) will work with it. My Lenses are Tamron. Please help me figure this out - Thanks

Answer
Both cameras use Canon EF mount, therefore your lenses will work with the new camera. However, because of Xsi's smaller sensor size - the lenses will have 1.6x magnification factor. What this means, that the coverage of each of your lenses will be 1.6x times of what it was on the film body. So your 28-80 lens will become 45-128 as far as coverage is concerned (it will still perform same way as far as focusing distance, DOF, etc).

So you may want to consider the kit 18-55 lens to cover the wide angle, unless you already have a similar lens, or you don't need this kind of wide angle coverage. Or if you already have this kind of lens - a different, 10-20 lens or something similar for really wide angle (10-20mm lens will cover same as 16-32mm on film body).

LEM.

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which of these lenses should i buy for my canon 60D camera?say at least 2 lenses?

ahmed

I am a photographer and i like taking portraits and landscape shots so which of these canon lenses fits me best 18-200mmIS ,50mm,18-55mmIS,55-250mm and thanks ..

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Being a photographer you will have to assess your needs and go from there. The 18-55 lens (often included in a camera package) is decent for general purpose needs, but given your limited selection the other two lenses would provide the most versatility.

You could start with the 18-200mm and see if it suits your needs well enough and add another lens later if necessary. Some photogs may prefer to have one decent zoom lens in their bag and use "Prime" lenses for their other needs; these fixed-focal length lenses will often out-perform the zoom types.

Best lens to buy for Canon t3i?

Amy Miller

So I want to buy the Canon t3i (with the basic lens) but I also want to buy a lens that will be great for PORTRAITS (taking pictures of people) that will be amazing at blurring the background completely and have great, sharp focus on the face or person.

The lens that comes with the Canon t3i is a 18-55mm, f/3.5-5.6

Would a lens like that be good for completely blurring backgrounds with the person in clear picture do the job just fine? Or is there another one not OUTRAGEOUSLY expensive that would be even more amazing? If so, which one and how much is it?

I don't like telephoto lenses though...

Thanks :)

Answer
Buy the camera with the kit lens.

Then buy the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 - it's mega cheap but excellent value for money - and it will be perfect for portraits using your camera.

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-50mm-1-8-Camera-Lens/dp/B00007E7JU

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Good Macro Lens for Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12MP Camera?

Thinkers

I just purchased a Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12MP Digital SLR Camera and wanted to be able to take closeup shots of ants and insects ect... so I purchased this macro lens from amazon http://www.amazon.com/Sigma-70-300mm-4-5-6-Telephoto-Cameras/dp/B000ALLMI8/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&s=photo&qid=1216258079&sr=1-6

However when I take pictures with the macro lens the ants and insects are still very small. What kind of lens or additional equipment do I need so that I can magnify the images more?

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The lens you purchased isn't actually a true macro lens, it just has the ability to focus a little closer than other similar focal length lenses, so they add macro to the name. To do true macro with a Canon there is currently only 5 Canon made lenses.

EF 50mm f/2.5
EF-S 60mm f/2.8
MP-E 65mm f/2.8
EF 100mm f/2.8
EF 180mm f/3.5L

Of course you can always add extension tubes to get 1:1 magnification on your current lens, but it probably doesn't have the flat-field projection that true macro lenses have.

Of the 5 lenses I listed, I would only consider the last three. The 50mm and 60mm are good for documents, but not so much for photographing bugs. The 180mm f/3.5L is a great lens, but if your not ready for the expense and image quality of an L series lens you'll probably want to get the 100mm f/2.8. This is the macro lens I usually recommend for those just getting started in macro.

Finally, the MP-E 65mm f/2.8 can get up to 5x magnification. This lens has a lot of extension built into it. If you want lots of magnification, this is the lens for you.

Canon Digital Cameras?

E R

I am looking to upgrade my canon rebel xs to something better. What would be a step up and a good canon camera to buy? I was looking at the t1i or the t2i, something in this price range. I wish I would have bought a better one to being with so I don't want to make the same mistake!

Answer
Although the T1i is a great camera, the T2i is a phenomenally better camera for minimal price difference. I've used the T2i since its release a year ago last February. Jim is absolutely right that the lens will make a bigger difference in image quality then the body of the camera. But if you are heavy into Adobe, the T2i with 18mp opens up a lot of doors towards editing. Also, the 28 - 200, although a good lens, is expensive with quite a bit of barrel distortion. I'd figure out what types of shots you prefer to take and get a lens that works for that use. For macro there are two lenses (50mm 1.8 @ only $100, but not the best quality) and the (50mm 1.7, don't remember price but closer to $350) that are both reasonably priced, but the 1.7 is a much better image quality. If you want a good daily use lens the 17-55 has great reviews. If you are looking more toward telephoto, the 55 - 250 is a good lens, though you'll get near-L series quality with the 70-300mm IS USM lens, but at 2 times the cost of the 55-250. A great all-purpose lens (what I use) is the 15 - 85mm 3.5 IS USM lens. Best place for reviews: dpreview.com

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which SLR should i buy? canon digital rebel XT or a nikon d40?

maria

im a first time SLR user..im kinda confused about which camera i should buy... Canon digital rebel Xt and the nikon d40...

Answer
Nikon D40 vs. Canon EOS 350D (Rebel XT)

I have never used a Canon EOS 350D, so I can't actually compare the cameras, but I favor the D40 because it has a spotmeter and the 350D doesn't. Although the D40 seems small, it is practically the exact same size as the 350D.

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras=canon_eos350d%2Cnikon_d40&show=all

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond40/page17.asp
tells us that the Canon 350D meter calibration is off by about 1/3 of a stop. This would not really present any problems, except that it suggests "something" to me about the quality, since the Nikon and Pentax are dead on.

Scroll on down the page for image comparisons. The D40 is clearly sharper and shows less noise at all ISO settings.

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond40/page18.asp shows us that both handle shadows equally, but the D40 clips the highlights by about 1/3 of a stop.

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond40/page21.asp shows a side-by-side of studio images. The 8 MP of the Canon 350D at least put the camera on equal footing with the Nikon D40 for image quality, but you have to take note that the Rebel XT is shot at ISO 100 and the Nikon is shot at it lowest setting of ISO 200. I think the Canon images may look a little better, but we know from the prior page that under equal lighting levels, the Canon will start to break up before the Nikon.

The reviewer says, "While it is possible to pick areas of the image which lend some credence to the EOS 350D's 34% pixel count advantage it's clear that the average observer would not notice these differences and that you would need a very large output size for any of them to become visible."

Check this out...

http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/canoneos350d_samples1/originals/img_4068-raw-dpp.jpg is taken by the Canon 350D with a 17 mm focal length at f/6.3, 1/80th of a second, ISO 400 using RAW.

http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/nikond40_samples/originals/dsc_1206.jpg is taken with the Nikon D40 with an 18 mm focal length at f/4.5, 1/80th of a second, ISO 400 using jpeg.

The point of focus for the Canon photo is a bit deeper than it is for the Nikon, but even having 8MP and using RAW and a smaller aperture, I think the Canon image breaks up a lot more than the Nikon. You can barely make out the features on the face of the gentleman in the background. Is this the camera or the superiority of the Nikon 17-55 lens, which so many of us here praise???

Okay, I've made my stance clear. I like the Nikon D40 better than the Canon EOS 350D, so here's my general review of the D40.

The Nikon D40 is a great little camera, very easy to use and quite reasonably priced. It has a few "consumer friendly" totally automatic modes that make it very easy to use, but still offers total photographic control when you are ready to take charge. It will get you in the Nikon family which is a great place to be. If you buy accessories and lenses, you will be able to use everything on any Nikon that you might upgrade to later on.

Check out Nikon's "Picturetown" promotion, where they handed out 200 D40's in Georgetown, SC. http://www.stunningnikon.com/picturetown/

Here are a few reviews, in case you have not read them yet. Be sure to note that they are several pages long and some of the reviews also have some sample images that you can look at.

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond40/
http://www.steves-digicams.com/2007_reviews/nikon_d40.html
http://www.popphoto.com/cameras/3756/camera-test-nikon-d40.html
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d40/d40-recommendations.htm

I hate to see people slam the camera because it can't autofocus with older Nikon lenses. It is true that there is a "slight problem" with older Nikon lenses not autofocusing on the D40, but if you do not own a bag full of older lenses, it is not going to be a problem. It is barely a problem anyhow. If you check www.nikonusa.com for "AF-S" lenses, which are ALL 100% compatible with the D40, you will find 23 lenses, including 7 "VR" (vibration Reduction) lenses and one true macro lens with "VR". There are another 25-plus lenses in the current catalog that provide all functions except autofocus as well as many (possibly dozens) "out of print" lenses that will work just as well. In addition, although these lens will not autofocus, most of them will still give focus confirmation. From the D40 manual: "If the lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 of faster, the viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the portion of the subject in the selected focus area is in focus. After positioning the subject in the active focus area, press the shutter release button halfway and rotate the lens focusing ring until the in-focus indicator is displayed." (See http://www.members.aol.com/swf08302/nikonafs.txt for a list of AF-S lenses.)

The D40 only has 3 autofocus zones arranged horizontally at the center, 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions. This might be considered a limitation, but realistically, most people will find this perfectly adequate, especially if you are moving up from a point and shoot with only a center zone.

You can get the D40 with the 18-55 kit lens at B&H Photo available through Yahoo! Shopping or at 1-800-622-4987) for $525 (June 2007). Add a Lexar Platinum (60X speed) card for $25 or 2 GB for $35. Or - get the D40 with 18-135 lens and 1 GB Lexar card for $750. They also have used D40's from $475.

And yet... clearly these are both very good cameras. What it all comes down to is which one YOU feel better about. Go to a camera shop and pick them up and see.

Canon EOS 450D Digital Rebel XSi or D5000 for a beginner photographer?

Ashraf Okd

btw who is better nikon or canon regarding
picture quality
user friendly

Answer
Canon EOS Rebel T1i 15.1 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera
http://astore.amazon.com/webfront-20/detail/B001XURPQS

The Journey Continues. Canon's new EOS Rebel T1i is packed with features, both refined and new. In addition to its admirable performance with an all-new 15.1 Megapixel Canon CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 Image Processor, a 3.0-inch Clear View LCD with anti-reflective and scratch-resistant coating, and compatibility with the EOS System of lenses and Speedlites, the EOS Rebel T1i adds remarkable Full HD video capture at resolutions up to 1920 x 1080. An HDMI port allows for quick connections to high definition TVs and monitors for easy viewing of your stills and video. The entire operation is simple and easy even if you are a beginner. You'll have uncompromised EOS Digital performance with power and flexibility right in the palm of your hand.

Review: I've had the T1i for about almost week now and after some extensive use, here are my thoughts:

1. 15.1 megapixel sensor. Yes, the high megapixel count is impressive, but keep in mind that, as you approach higher resolutions, you need to ensure the lens on the SLR can resolve that much detail. Sadly, the included 18-55mm IS lens is functional, but the high resolution really shows the so-so quality of the lens. Even if taken at the proper focus, pictures can appear soft with this kit lens. Shots I have taken with Canon EF-S 17-85mm and EF 70-200mm L lenses are crisp. I don't have any gripes on image quality. There are some issues with noise on the higher ISOs that don't seem to show up on the Nikon digitals, but overall, the quality is amazing for the price. Skin tones, textures, colors are reproduced very accurately.

2. Digic 4. The Digic 4 processor appears to process/save the 15 megapixel images in the same time (if not faster) than the Digic III processor on the XSi (even in RAW+Jpg mode). I have also noticed that at higher ISOs, the sensor and the Digic 4 produce images with less overall noise compared with its predecessors.

3. LCD. The 920,000 pixel LCD screen is large (3"), crisp, vibrant and fully visible even in bright sunlight. In comparison, the Canon XSi SLR (which the T1i replaces), also has a 3" LCD, but with 230,000 pixels. The viewing angle is great as well and the LCD can easily be seen nearly 180 degrees around.

5. Penta-mirror. That Canon is still using one in the T1i is disappointing. The penta-mirror viewfinder image is functional, but still noticeably darker than that of the penta-prism viewfinder in the Nikon D90 (which is the T1i's main competitor). I really would have preferred if Canon had kept the XSi's 12.2 megapixel sensor, forgone 1080p video altogether, and maybe upped the cost of the camera slightly to cover the production cost of using a penta-prism in the T1i. Honestly, unless you are massively cropping your images, or creating large photos, the difference between 12.2 and 15.1 megapixels really is negligible.

6. Size. This is the same body as the XSi, and therefore a bit on the smaller side compared to other digital SLRs. I have small hands, so the T1i is comfortable for me. If you have big hands, I can see this being a very difficult camera to use over an extended period of time. If you haven't handled a Canon XT, XTi or XSi, I would suggest you go to a store and hold the T1i yourself before purchasing it online. (I will upload a picture of the T1i in my hands to the user gallery for a size reference.)

7. HD Video. Yes, the Canon marketing department made a horrible marketing decision and pushed the T1i onto shelves limiting the 1080p recording to 20fps (frames per second). Recognize this as a marketing gimmick that allows them put a 1080p sticker on the camera box. The 1080p @ 20fps is fine most times, but seems a choppy if you have a lot of action in the frame or are panning quickly. The T1i's 720p video is recorded at 30fps and is clean, smooth, and sufficient for all but the most discerning consumers. One major criticism though is that the sound is recorded in mono, AND there is NO input for an external microphone.

Ultimately, you shouldn't let the HD recording limitations sway you one way or the other. This is an SLR camera -- not a video camera. The HD video is a great feature, but if you're looking for something primarily to take video, look elsewhere. There are much better, cheaper VIDEO cameras out there which can record true 1080p.

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Which camera is better for what I need?

My bab

I wanted a new camera to take pics of my daughter etc... my old digital camera is slow and well old. It's great when she is standing still haha or sleeping. Which camera is a better camera for what I need and why?
First Camera:
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-SX120IS-Digital-Stabilized/product-reviews/B002LITT3S/ref=cm_cr_pr_recent?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=0&sortBy=bySubmissionDateDescending

Second Camera:
http://www.target.com/Nikon-Coolpix-Digital-Camera-Optical/dp/B0044DJVGS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid3&keywords=Nikon%20S205%20Digital%20Camera%20with%2012%20megapixels%20and%204X%20optical%20zoom&fromGsearch=true&sr=1-1&qid=1289791633&rh=&searchRank=target104545&id=Nikon%20Coolpix%20Digital%20Camera%20Optical&node=1038576%7C1287991011&searchSize=30&searchPage=1&searchNodeID=1038576%7C1287991011&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&frombrowse=0

Answer
When picking a P&S camera, the most important factor to consider is the optical zoom range. This is something you will have to live with until you buy your next one.

The Canon has a 10x optical zoom and the Nikon only a 4x. As you may surmise the Canon will give you a lot more in the way of options when shooting your child or anyone else or anything else.

What criteria are you using to choose the camera? Price? Pixel count? Something else?

What you may want to do is compare cameras with similar optical zoom ranges and then look at what they cost and which features they each have.

Beginners Camera Help?

Dat One Gi

I am really into art, painting, drawing all that.
I have always admired photography. ALWAYS. But I have just never done it.
I am a teenage girl and I think it would be pretty cool to maybe start to get into it, amd get a good camera that even if I don't become a huge photographer I still have a good quality camera to use!
I am camera clues cause all I have is like thin little digital ones and iPhone camera :3
* Any good start up cameras?
I don't care what anyone says, I have heard nothing good about canon. The pictures always come out grainy and they just have bad reviews from the general people.
I heard the Sony ones are pretty good? I can't remember the type tho. I think I heard good about the Sony A ones with what ever numbers they do after the A cause I know there are a few.
Reviews? Ideas?
I think it might be somethung good to start uo cause we travel alot and it's always good to explore something new.
Nikon is worse than canon smart one
:3 I hear much worse thimgs about Nikon than canon but I only ever hear the best from Sony. And I do know some photographers, hell my cousin is even one and She had an old Nikon, got a canon hated then bith and now has a Sony and has used my dads too andshe loves them.

Answer
http://keerok-photography.blogspot.com/2012/09/whats-good-camera.html
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/887285-REG/Pentax_12772_X_5_Digital_Camera_Silver.html
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/860680-REG/Pentax_15758_K30_Digital_Camera_with.html

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Singapore prices for Canon EOS 350D / 400D?

Nexuz

Hi guys, im from India and im planning to buy a digital SLR from canon. I might be travelling to singapore in a week time on an official work. I jus wanted to know the prices for the same in singapore and best places to buy.

Prices in India are as follows:
Canon EOS 350D = Rs 37995 [approx 1310 S$]
Canon EOS 400D = Rs 48995 [approx 1689 S$]
[both with Canon EF-S 18-55 Lens+1GB Extreme III Card+UV Filter+2yr warranty]

Singapore Guys! any info/advice on this will help.
thanks in advance

Answer
Good places in Singapore to check out the prices and get good buys for your camera are as follows:- Best Denki, Courts, Harvey Norman, Lucky Plaza, Mustafa Centre, Sim Lim Tower and Sim Lim Square. Personally, my favourite would be Sim Lim Square which has quite a number of electronics stores dealing with camera products on the first and second floors.

Where to buy camera accessories at Hyderabad, India?

Genius Gen

Can you give me a list of shops at Hyderabad, India, where I can get Digital camera accessories (like Shutter Release cable, Rain Covers, Filters etc.) at competitive price?

Answer
Here's a list of shops for Camera Accessories at Hyderabad:


1) V.G.Chimalgi, Sec'Bad
3-2-2, Rashtrapathi Road, Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500003
040 2781 2079
040 6632 2111
09866077097 (Mobile)

2) Paras Sales,
Between YMCA Shati theatre and Deepak Theatre, Narayanaguda --
Landmark: exactly opposite to Chaitanya Junior College, near YMCA,
040-66661133, 9248066114

3) TokyoJapan, Koti
Shop No. 5-1-750/10, Haridas Market, Koti, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500095
Landmark: Nearby Koti Bus Stop
040 24655666/24740426

4) Pixetra (Authorised Canon and Nikon dealer)
No.3, 3rd Floor, Ashoka Metropolitan Mall, Banjara Hills, Road No:1, Hyderabad - 500 034.
Phone: 040-2332-8719

5) 3rd Eye - Sanjay Bajaj
It has many branches across the city.
(a) Shop No. 102, 1st Floor, Babukhan Mall,
Somajiguda,
Hyderabad - 500082
Tel: 39129216
Landmark: Opp Kalanikethan Wedding Mall

(b) Khairatabad,
Hyderabad,
Andhra Pradesh.
Ph: 6586108, 6509216

(c) 8-2-270,
Road Number 3,
SMD Commercial Complex,
Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
Telephone: 6550-9216

6) Mahaveer studios,
#B3/ 3 & 4, M.C.H. Market, Chikkadpally, Musheerabad, Hyderabad-500020
Landmark: Near E Seva Branch
Phone: 040-27631242, 040-66632489

7) Sheetal Cameras (Authorized Dealer for Sigma),
Millinium Towers, Nagarjuna Nagar, Panjagutta, Hyderabad-500082
Landmark: Near Chennareddy Statue
Phone: 040-65768988

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What can I use to charge my videocam/digital camera/laptop in the Philippines?

kitkat

I'm traveling next week to the Philippines and I'm bringing my Sony DCR-SR42 handycam, Canon Powershot G6 camera and my laptop. I need to know what charger/power adapter to buy. Thanks!

Answer
Check the label on your power adapter. If it says 120 - 240v, then you should be good. Most wall outlets in the Philippines produce 240v and will blow the fuse or the whole device if it is not rated to support this capacity.

If your adapters do not support 240v, then you'll need a step-down transformer that allows you to plug it into a 240v outlet and produces 120v output. If you can't find one local to your area, you will find more availability in the Philippines.

If you need to charge multiple devices at once, you'll need to also bring or buy a power strip bar. Don't plug these directly into a 240v wall outlet unless it is rated to work for such capacity.

Unlike the typical plug interface in the U.S. with 2 parallel bars, some 240v outlets in the Philippines require a plug interface with 2 parallel round holes. Go to your local radio shack or equivalent to buy these accessories.

Good luck!

wer can buy cheap digital cameras (canon a470)here in philippines.Metro MANILA?

mayee

CHEAP DIGICAM

Answer
Padre Gomez in Quiapo

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digital camera?

Emily

im going to buy a digital camera and ive never bought one... i dont know what kind to get. i would like for it to be under 150.
Or tell me what cameras not to buy.

also can you tell me what kind you have and do you like it?

Answer
Avoid off-brand cheap cameras like Fujifilm. Instead, stick with Nikon, Canon, Sony, or Kodak. Even it you pay a bit more, you'll have a camera you can use for years.

Consumer Reports recommends this camera for under $150:
Kodak EasyShare M853 - $120

Here's why you'd like it so much:
8.2 megapixels resolution
included battery pack good for 300 photos before recharging
3x optical zoom
digital image stabilization
uses the popular SD memory card for storing pictures
most popular JPEG file format for still pictures
video mode for short video recordings

This kind of resolution, unheard of a few years ago in a camera this price, is so good you could get clear prints up to 30 by 40 inches from it. Some people prefer cameras that use AA batteries, but in the long run a rechargeable battery pack is cheaper.

Resist the urge to zoom in closer when taking pictures by using the digital zoom. Most point and shoot cameras have optical zoom (what the lens is doing for you) and digital zoom (what the software is doing for you). You can enlarge the picture later if you like, and the resolution will still be good.

Canon Camera Lens Help!?

ecoetzee

I have a camera from Canon. The model is EOS 20D (it's digital). I want to buy a new lens for it but I do not know which model lens to buy. I want a macro lens and I did find this one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007WK8KS/ref=ord_cart_shr?ie=UTF8&m=AXMP0WYU19SSS

Would this lens work properly with my camera? Please help! Best answer = 10 POINTS! Thank you so much!

Answer
I would consider Tamron AF 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di II LD Aspherical (IF) Macro Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras

Since the lens is designed exclusively for digital SLR photography, it provides high image quality in terms of resolution
It employs a new optical system designed to confine the changing angles of incidences of light rays reaching the imager over the entire image field.
Peripheral light fall-off is minimized when compared with that of conventional lenses
Complicated mechanisms are built in the compact body thanks to new mechanical artifices. The lens is a multi-purpose zoom lens,excellent portability
The Zoom Lock prevents unwanted barrel extension when carrying the lens/camera combination

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Canon 60d with kit lens 18-135mm and some primes or 60d with 24-105mml?

Armando

Should I buy a canon 60d with kit lens 18-135 along with a 35mm f2 50mmf1.8 and a 85mm f1.8 or a 60d with a 24-105mm l lens? I am new to photography so I need a little help. Looking at around $2000-2200. I will also be buying some lighting equipment. I was looking at the 60d for equal parts photo and video just in case you were wondering.

Answer
It really depends on what you're photographing/videoing and what field of view you want. Also whether you need a wide aperture of f1.8/f2 compared to f4 of the 24-105.

The 24-105 is an excellent lens, as the price would indicate. I have one and it produces fantastic photos.

The other lenses are more consumer than pro lenses and are a little lower in optical quality.

Buying the 60D and 24-105 is going to leave little money for lighting. You're also likely to want to get hold of spare batteries, spare SDHC cards, a tripod, a flash and other bits and pieces that could easily add another $400 to the bill. Photography isn't cheap.

You're really going to have to sit down any think about what you actually want to do and what you're going to need to get do it. A popular rule of thumb is to get the cheapest body that does the job and the best lenses. The lenses contribute 90% of the image... or maybe 99%. The bodies differ in ISO, frames per second, sensor size and sensor sensitivity, but any impact on the actual image is marginal compared to the lens quality and the skill of the photographer.

If you're new then read reviews, e.g. links, to get used to the terminology and what to look for. Get books or go to to photography websites and/or photography classes to learn the ropes.

A camera is a tool to do a job. If you don't use it properly then you won't get good pictures, regardless of the camera, the lenses or any lighting you use. It's easy to get it wrong.

which one is better canon eos 550D or the new one 60D?

Boein 01

give some reasons,,

Answer
Hey,

The 550D/T2i and 60D share the same sensor, so noise performance and image quality is same on both - excellent.

However, the 60D is built better, with a top LCD screen, articulating screen, 5.3 vs 3.7fps and a bit better AF system.

Here's a review of the 550D/T2i: http://www.the-dslr-photographer.com/2010/06/canon-eos-550dt2i-dslr-review.html

Here's a review of the 60D: http://www.the-dslr-photographer.com/2010/11/canon-eos-60d-dslr-review.html

Here's a post called 'Buying a DSLR, what's important, megapixels, features, brand, price, quality and which one to buy - http://www.the-dslr-photographer.com/2009/03/which-dslr-to-buy.html

Good luck! The site has many more tutorials, tips, reviews and guides!

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Canon 550d or Nikon d3100?

Q. i'm producing a short action film this summer and i'm budgeting to purchase either a canon 550d or nikon d3100, my issue is i cannot decide which one i'd prefer to have, i'll be using the 18-55mm kit lens that comes provided with both units as i'm sticking to a camera budget of £460

any help anyone online can offer would be gratefully accepted

cheers all

russ

Answer
Those 2 cameras are not equivalents.
The 550D is the equivalent of the Nikon D5000; the Nikon D3100 is the equivalent of the Canon EOS1100D.
Having said that, the prices on Amazon are pretty much equal

Have you considered the Canon 1100D? Amazon have it for £354 so you will have some change from your budget for accessories.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Canon-Digital-18-55-Lens-Kit/dp/B004MPQXZA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1328880101&sr=8-1

What's a good digital Canon camera to get? $2k budget.?

Q. I'm looking to buy a new Canon digital SLR camera. I want to spend about $1,500 on the camera alone, and $500 on lenses/fish eye lens. I need some suggestions on which camera to look into buying. Thank you! (Sample pictures of what the camera takes is super helpful).

Answer
Kirra, you might actually want to reverse your budget numbers. (i.e. $500 on the camera, $1500 on the lenses). I say this because fisheye lenses, especially those of decent quality are not cheap. Also, Canon's current pricing puts camera either above or below your stated budget. The 50D costs about $1100 and may get replaced later this year. The 7D costs about $1700 and is not necessarily the best choice for a first time DSLR buyer. Also, Canon only offers one fish-eye lens at this time (EF 15mm f/2.8 Fisheye, $680 USD) and it is specifically meant for full-frame cameras rather than the 1.6x crop-body cameras that fit your budget requirements.

It should also be noted that the EF 15mm f/2.8 fish-eye, if mounted on 1.6x crop-body (e.g. Rebel T2i/EOS 550D, 50D or 7D), is just a severely distorted ultra wide-angle lens (not a fish-eye). Rather than providing a true, 180-degree FOV as it does on a full-frame DSLR, a 1.6x crop-body only sees about 113-degrees which is similar to the FOV of a 14mm non-fish-eye lens on a full-frame DSLR. There are alternative brands such as Sigma, who make a true 10mm f/2.8 fish-eye for 1.6x crop-bodies but, even that "cheap" Sigma will cost about $650.

If you're willing to buy a used camera, the original Canon 5D sells for $1500 or less depending on the camera's condition. Before you turn away a used camera, keep in mind that the original 5D still beats even the mighty 7D for image quality specifically because of it's larger, full-frame sensor. Unless you are shooting sports, the original 5D may actually be the best camera you can buy given your budget. If you're shooting sports, I'd look at the 50D or splurge for the 7D. Otherwise, with a budget of $1500 for the body alone, there is nothing on the market (from any manufacturer) that will beat the original 5D for raw image quality.

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Canon EOS Rebel & Rebel T3i- photography question, HELP!?

Molly S

I'm about to purchase a digital camera and have narrowed down my search to the Canon Rebel and Canon Rebel T3i. I am hoping some of you photo junkies can give me some advice on what to purchase initially as far as lenses and which of the two cameras, kits, accessories, etc.
I have heard good things about the rebel and 50mm lenses but I'd really like to find out as much as possible about what lenses to start out with, available kits, etc. before making my purchase. I have about 1000.00 to spend but hope to get everything I'll need to start taking more serious photos with that total. I need a bag, memory card, etc. and will also need to purchase adobe photoshop.
Any advice or information anyone can provide would be extremely appreciated!

Answer
First of all, all Canon "Rebels" have a name. Like XS, XSi, XTi, T1i, T2i, T3i. The T3i is a great camera, but I can't see what you are comparing it to. The "Canon EOS Rebel" is not a camera. it is a series, line, or sub branding of Canon.

I would suggest buying the T3i with a kit lens, to learn to use it. The 18-55 is not a bad lens and is often neglected just because it's in the kit. You can take great photos with it. It's large focal length will help you learn at a wide-angle view, a normal view, and close to a telephoto view.

The 50mm 1.8 mark II is a great lens, and is easily replaced. It clocks in around $100, and can take phenomenal images and video. I highly suggest getting the kit lens first, and buy this lens after. The one thing the 18-55 doesn't teach you is low-light shooting. f/1.8 is a large aperture that will teach you the importance and skill of focus and sharpness.

Don't go to crazy on the bag and memory card. Get a cheap, generic Canon bag. Its served me well for years and has never let me down. An 8-16 GB card will do.

You don't NEED photoshop. You can download a free image editor called GIMP. It will do the job. Photoshop is also extremely expensive. Its not worth buying at first.

what optical zoom does a Canon EOS Rebel T3i Camera have?

gmanz73

what optical zoom does a Canon EOS Rebel T3i Camera have? and what is the difference between these 2 cameras, what would you recommend for macro jewelry photography?

Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-HX100V 16.2 MP Exmor R CMOS Digital Still Camera with Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 30x Optical Zoom Lens and Full HD 1080 Video

and

Canon EOS Rebel T3i 18 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera and DIGIC 4 Imaging with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens

Answer
The Sony would be like a Vespa scooter and the Canon a Harley.

P&S cameras only have the lens that comes with them, so you need to know what the optical zoom range is to know its limitations.

A dSLR is a fully adjustable camera and can use interchangeable lenses from fisheye to super telephoto.

dLSR's do not come with "optical zoom ranges", because that depends upon the lenses you buy.

My Nikkor 300 mm f/2.8 would be a 1x optical zoom lens since it is NOT a zoom lens, but a prime lens. Another, the 18-200 mm lens would be a 11x zoom if it was welded to my camera and I could not replace it. When using a dSLR, forget about optical zoom ranges.

I have two other lenses which if were on a P&S camera like the Sony would both have optical zooms of 2x, the 12-24 mm and the 200-400 mm. One is for shooting extreme wide angle shots and the other for shooting sports or wildlife, so knowing the optical zoom "range" means nothing

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Who makes better Digital SLR cameras? Nikon or Canon?

ziffa14

My friend has a really nice Nikon Digital SLR and I'm thinking of getting an SLR of my own, but I'm not sure who makes a better Digital SLR, Nikon or Canon?

Answer
It's not just the SLR, it's also the lenses and flash unit. Once you get started, it is easy to get locked into either Nikon or Canon, so even if you are just starting out you should plan ahead for later expansion.

Unfortunately, you can't plan ahead much if you don't have much experience and don't know what is important to you.

Since your friend already has a Nikon, I'd say get a Nikon so you can share lenses and accessories. Both Canon and Nikon are excellent anyway.

Need your opinion? SLR camera for beginner "Nikon" or "Canon"?

loudspeake

I want to buy a new SLR camera to replace my digital camera becouse i want to learn the photography. But i dont know anything about SLR camera. I got some info from my friends and some forums that Canon and Nikon are the best for digital SLR. Which model of Canon or Nikon that you recommend to me?

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Well, you DID say "digital" in your question, so I will stick to your request.

Your budget will choose your camera for you. Although I would have a hard time choosing between the higher level Nikon and Canon SLR's, I have a strong bias in favor of Nikon for the entry level and upgrade cameras. This means that I would recommend the Nikon D40 or D80. You should go to a real camera store and see what you can learn about each one and see which one you can afford. The D80 is quite a bit larger than the D40 and some people find that it fits their hands better. Besides that, though, there are many differences.

Please indulge me while I post two of my stock answers about the D40 and D80. If you are not interested, then just go on to the next answer, but others have found this helpful.

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Nikon D40

The Nikon D40 is a great little camera, very easy to use and quite reasonably priced. It has a few "consumer friendly" totally automatic modes that make it very easy to use - including a "Child Photo" mode - but still offers total photographic control when you are ready to take charge. It will get you in the Nikon family which is a great place to be. If you buy accessories and lenses, you will be able to use everything on any Nikon that you might upgrade to later on.

Check out Nikon's "Picturetown" promotion, where they handed out 200 D40's in Georgetown, SC. http://www.stunningnikon.com/picturetown/

Here are a few reviews, in case you have not read them yet. Be sure to note that they are several pages long and some of the reviews also have some sample images that you can look at.

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond40/
http://www.steves-digicams.com/2007_reviews/nikon_d40.html
http://www.popphoto.com/cameras/3756/camera-test-nikon-d40.html
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d40/d40-recommendations.htm

I hate to see people slam the camera because it can't autofocus with older Nikon lenses. It is true that there is a "slight problem" with older Nikon lenses not autofocusing on the D40, but if you do not own a bag full of older lenses, it is not going to be a problem. It is barely a problem anyhow. If you check www.nikonusa.com for "AF-S" lenses, which are ALL 100% compatible with the D40, you will find 23 lenses, including 7 "VR" (vibration Reduction) lenses and one true macro lens with "VR". There are another 25-plus lenses in the current catalog that provide all functions except autofocus as well as many (possibly dozens) "out of print" lenses that will work just as well. In addition, although these lens will not autofocus, most of them will still give focus confirmation. From the D40 manual: "If the lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 of faster, the viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the portion of the subject in the selected focus area is in focus. After positioning the subject in the active focus area, press the shutter release button halfway and rotate the lens focusing ring until the in-focus indicator is displayed." (See http://www.members.aol.com/swf08302/nikonafs.txt for a list of AF-S lenses.)

The D40 only has 3 autofocus zones arranged horizontally at the center, 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions. This might be considered a limitation, but realistically, most people will find this perfectly adequate, especially if you are moving up from a point and shoot with only a center zone.

There is no "Status LCD" on top of the camera, but Nikon chose to use the rear LCD for this information. This is actually a nice move, as the display is bigger than the top display and you aren't using the read LCD for anything BEFORE you take the picture anyway. This is not a step backwards and it actually makes sense to me.

You can get the D40 with the 18-55 kit lens at B&H Photo available through Yahoo! Shopping or at 1-800-622-4987) for $525 (June 2007). Add a Lexar Platinum (60X speed) card for $25 or 2 GB for $35. Or - get the D40 with 18-135 lens and 1 GB Lexar card for $750. They also have used D40's from $475.

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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 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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