Sunday, March 9, 2014

Which digital cameras are better, HP or Canon?




a_k_o


Hi!!

I'm in a dilemma right now as to which digital camera to buy. I have to choose between an HP (M537) and a Canon (Powershot A5).

Both of them are 6 Megapixels but the Canon is about $60 more expensive.

I can afford both but I'd like to find out from you which brand you would rather choose and why. . . .thanks!!!!!



Answer
Don't think HP makes cameras now, but I have an HP M417 that really works well and have always had great support from HP. They may drop the price if you tell them that HP is out of the camera business. The following information should help you know what to look for in a new 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 following link will be very helpful as it list most of the cameras out there with prices. http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-cameras/

What gives a camera its picture quality? The following information should help you know what to look for in a camera.

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.

Many of the new cameras come with only an LCD screen. Would suggest that you find one that also has an optical view finder because the LCD screen is almost impossible to see in bright sun.

Higher mega pixels may not really be the best thing to look for. It is more expensive, takes longer to process, and may not be needed unless you are making a really large picture or blowing up a small part of a picture. Maximum print size for a 3 mega pixel setting is 8 x 10 inches.
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 ($144), but be careful of the vendor.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8879234&type=product&productCategoryId=pcmcat152400050001&id=1212192673855 ...

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 ...

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 7x 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 the owners manual 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.

cameras: canon digital rebels?




Lauren


there's a lot of different canon digital rebels...
does someone know the difference between them?

also whats the difference between a DSLR and an SLR?

can you buy different lenses for all of them,
or just some of them?

which one has the lowest aperture, or does that depend on the lense?
so far i have found
the xti
the xt
and the xsi

and theres probably even more than that



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All digital SLR cameras are basically the same machinery. The differences are in the features, pixel count, sensor size and processing within the camera. More features, larger sensor, more
pixels, more $$.

DSLR - Digital Single Lens Reflex. SLR - Film Single Lens Reflex.

They all have interchangeable lenses and yes you can buy lenses for all of them. Some may be different configurations so not all lenses will fit all cameras.

Aperture - correct, it's in the lens not the camera.

The XS, which I own, the XTi, XT and the XSi are all excellent cameras.
In fact, I don't believe Canon makes a bad camera. You simply can't go wrong buying from the world's leader in digital camera technology.
Any camera they offer is worth the price.

I'd suggest this site for more research.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/




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digital camera!!!!!!!!?




shortzinat


what kind of didigal camera should i get? how many megapixcels should it be to take really good pictures? and it needs 2 be under $$$$300!


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Look at the Canon Powershot A630 or SD600. By the time you add a 1 GB memory card, which I'd recommend, you are right at your $300 limit. If you want to keep it under that, consider an A540, which I just saw advertised for $170 for the weekend at Circuit City.

Consumer Reports for November 2006 has ranked the Canon Powershot A620 as the best compact digital camera. It is becoming almost a legend for longevity at the top of various consumer lists. It looks like this model has been replaced by the A630, which I would expect to be just as popular. If you can go over budget a bit, the A640 appears quite similar and shares the "600" series numbering, so I guess it's just another upgraded version of the now-classic A620. It looks pretty much the same except for being a 10 MP camera.

I own a few Nikon DSLR's and I'd buy the Canon A630 or A640 for myself.

The A620 was rated about twice as good as any as far a battery life. I hope the A630 and A640 are just as good. Use Energizer e2 LITHIUM batteries and you will be happy with battery life.

With this camera, you will find the memory card is a cute little token of thanks from Canon, but not much more. Buy a 1 GB Sandisk Ultra II or Extreme III card. You will NEED the increased capacity and write speed to fully realize the benefits of your camera. I see a rebate on the Sandisk Extreme III cards that actually makes them cheaper than the Ultra II's, so there is no reason not to buy the faster card. The rebate offer ends 12-31-06, though. If you don't find this elsewhere, I saw it at http://www.bhphotovideo.com

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras=canon_a620%2Ccanon_a630%2Ccanon_a640&show=all

http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/a640.html
http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/a630.html

If you want a sleek, smaller camera that will easily fit in your pocket, consider the Canon Powershot SD600. It gives up some of the features of the A630 and 640, but at least it still has an optical viewfinder, which I consider to be essential.

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras=canon_a630%2Ccanon_a640%2Ccanon_sd600&show=all

http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/sd600.html

If you want to trim the budget a little, the Canon Powershot A430, A530 or A540, are all great choices. You will need a decent memory card, though. I'd say get at least 512 MB.

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras=canon_a430%2Ccanon_a530%2Ccanon_a540&show=all

http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/a530.html
http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/a540.html

digital camera?




vnoe07


I am looking into buying a compact digital camera and wondering what would be the best buy??? I'm looking to spend 200-300 on it. I'm not overly computer savvy, so something simply and good quality. Am I asking too much? Any suggestions???
I have heard that the Canon Powershot is good....but which one???
thanks so much



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You're right about looking into Canon's. They have several in your price range. These prices are from B&H Photo, available through Yahoo! Shopping.

A630 - 8.0 MP - $195
A570-IS - 7.1 MP - $207
SD1000 - 7.1 MP - $209 (Silver)
A710-IS - 7.1 MP - $239
SD1000 - 7.1 MP - $240 (Black)
A640 - 10.0 MP - $260
SD750 - 7.1 MP - $275 (Silver or black) (no viewfinder)
S3-IS - 6.0 MP - $297
SD700-IS - 6.0 MP - $305

My order of preference would be almost the reverse order of that list.

Sleek, ultra compact cameras:
SD700-IS, if you can still find one. This is a very cool camera.
SD730, has no "image stabilization" or optical viewfinder, but has the newest image processor and very true colors.
SD1000, is an update of the extremely popular SD600 and it should be just well-received.

Compact cameras:
A640 and A630 - I'd buy one of these myself for the really great image quality and user control that is available, if you want it. It has the largest sensor in the list, which is always an attraction for me due to the image quality.
A710-IS - called the "poor man's G7" by some.
A570-IS - cheaper and possibly as good as the A710-IS

Ultrazoom:
The S3-IS is the way to go if you want to take ultra zoomed close ups of things far away.

Out of the bunch, I'd buy the A640 or SD700-IS for myself.

Canon A640: http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/a640.html
- See also: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canona640/

Canon SD700-IS (IXUS 800 IS): http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/sd700.html
- See also: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canonsd700is/




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