Susie
I was just wondering, and if I do need software.. what do I download?
Answer
Can this camera be used as a webcam?
The quick answer to this VERY common question is "No".
The more detailed answer is this: yes, sometimes it is possible, but it just isn't a good solution!
You would need to have the right camera, cable, software and drivers.
Then you need to set it all up to work, which can be a big pain.
Even if you DO get it working, you are now causing wear and tear on what might be a fairly/very expensive camera.
Webcams start at about $20.oo. They do the job well, they are usually easy to set up, and they can STAY set up - you won't want to quickly grab your webcam on the way out the door, only so you have to start setting up all over again next time you want to use it.
Check out the websites of Logitech, Creative, and Microsoft.
All make good webcams.
Check the features carefully if you want to have those fancy video effects, because not every cam supports them.
Figure out which models you like, then google for the best price.
If you are still determined to use your still camera, then read your manual - if it is possible, it would be a good selling point, so the manual will tell you how to do it.
If you did a quick search here on YA, you would find MANY instant answers to this. http://answers.yahoo.com/search/search_result;_ylt=AmaFlWzXh9x2Nk8d3RJ4v0C0xQt.;_ylv=3?p=camera+as+web+cam
Can this camera be used as a webcam?
The quick answer to this VERY common question is "No".
The more detailed answer is this: yes, sometimes it is possible, but it just isn't a good solution!
You would need to have the right camera, cable, software and drivers.
Then you need to set it all up to work, which can be a big pain.
Even if you DO get it working, you are now causing wear and tear on what might be a fairly/very expensive camera.
Webcams start at about $20.oo. They do the job well, they are usually easy to set up, and they can STAY set up - you won't want to quickly grab your webcam on the way out the door, only so you have to start setting up all over again next time you want to use it.
Check out the websites of Logitech, Creative, and Microsoft.
All make good webcams.
Check the features carefully if you want to have those fancy video effects, because not every cam supports them.
Figure out which models you like, then google for the best price.
If you are still determined to use your still camera, then read your manual - if it is possible, it would be a good selling point, so the manual will tell you how to do it.
If you did a quick search here on YA, you would find MANY instant answers to this. http://answers.yahoo.com/search/search_result;_ylt=AmaFlWzXh9x2Nk8d3RJ4v0C0xQt.;_ylv=3?p=camera+as+web+cam
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.
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.
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