Digital Camera Help (1229 hits)
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Submitted by Holly Golitely <hollywon1.at.yahoo.com> (View user info) at 2006-07-05 22:22:32 EDT
Okay, so I just paid @ $200 for a camera that I thought had @ 10MP capacity. That's what "they" said, after all. I realize that this is cheap for such a high quality camera, but it isn't name brand, so I figured that was the reason. I looked up reviews, and they were high.
AFTER I bought the camera, I looked for other reviews.
ALL OF THE SUDDEN THEY'RE REFERRING TO THIS CAMERA AS HAVING 3.1MP.
I KNOW that I could get a name brand, with at least 5MP, for less than $200.
Have I just been played for a fool?!
Is there any legal repercussion?
Does 10.0 Mega Pixel Max Dot Interpolated mean something goofy?! Is it like me selling "five pure bread horse" -looking creatures........ that are actually impotent mules?
Should I re-sell this junk and find something else?
Does someone have a GOOD camera that they'd recommend for @ $200?!
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Submitted by redskieslookfake (user info) at 2006-12-27 17:22:40 EST (#)
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Please stop the obsession with mega pixels. Lens quality and CCD size are far more important
Submitted by bob (user info) at 2006-12-26 20:59:40 EST (#)
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Fujifilm E550. It has 6.1MP and its only around $130 right now.
It is an amazing camera. Ive ruffed it up a great deal in the past 1 1/2 years and its done everything needed.
Great, inexpensive point and shoot.
Submitted by redskieslookfake (user info) at 2006-12-26 20:43:03 EST (#)
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http://preview.tinyurl.com/u4mqz
Keep a look out for an old nikon or canon. Their high price denotes the fact that they hold their value.
I just got a Canon 400D and it is absolutely staggering
Submitted by FartSmeller (user info) at 2006-07-07 09:03:41 EDT (#)
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You did get ripped, but in my LIMITED experience, you don't need a shitload of megapixels unless you're going to be moonlighting as a National Geographic photog. I have a 2.4 MP Sony that I got like five years ago, and it produces nice pictures.
Submitted by JonnyX (user info) at 2006-07-06 18:39:53 EDT (#)
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just because I love you
Submitted by redskieslookfake (user info) at 2006-07-06 17:34:14 EDT (#)
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Don't tend to use flash indoors - better setting up some lights - bounce it off a board or a wall.
Virtually every modern camera will take satisfactory pictures in most light conditions.
Submitted by jade_digitalmedia (user info) at 2006-07-06 17:08:03 EDT (#)
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The bad thing about digital cameras is that most of them don't let in enough light, so your flashing everyone and bleaching the fuck out of them. Look for a camera with a big lense operture the bigger the lense the more natural light and less freakish bleached out alien fish friend pictures.
I bought a NIKON Coolpix 5700, BADASS!
Submitted by redskieslookfake (user info) at 2006-07-06 16:29:29 EDT (#)
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Unless she's blowing images up for a magazine or similar - it's not such a big deal.
A 150 DPI image looks pretty damn good - and if she needs to blow something up to more than that, her original shot was poor.
Submitted by inion_de_trua (user info) at 2006-07-06 16:25:19 EDT (#)
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well mp's might be a big deal. i hafta blow pics up so i can paint them and crap. she might need them for something.
either way, play with everything you can. and read the features about the ones you liked online later.
that's what i did, and i love my camera. and i'm gonna kill whoever broke it.
Submitted by redskieslookfake (user info) at 2006-07-06 16:22:00 EDT (#)
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Otherwise, CCDs are much of a muchness - mega pixels is not that big a deal. Concentrate on working with your colour and a sharp picture. That's about it.
Submitted by forthewin (user info) at 2006-07-06 16:19:22 EDT (#)
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I agree, you shouldn't get it if it's not an SLR. Everything else is for 12 year olds and people that ride the short bus.
Submitted by redskieslookfake (user info) at 2006-07-06 15:43:47 EDT (#)
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SLR is essential. Absolutely essential
Submitted by forthewin (user info) at 2006-07-06 14:55:08 EDT (#)
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That many MP, I mean.
Submitted by forthewin (user info) at 2006-07-06 14:54:30 EDT (#)
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If you want a good point and shoot, get a Canon Elph. I've had two, they have both been awesome cameras, and they're sexy, too.
As for you buying a generic camera, that makes you an idiot. If a camera is anything less than a D-SLR, then it shouldn't have that many.
Submitted by inion_de_trua (user info) at 2006-07-06 14:45:04 EDT (#)
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go into every electronics store and play with all the cameras you can that are in your price range. it's fun like that too.
Submitted by BobLobla (user info) at 2006-07-06 14:38:49 EDT (#)
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Submitted by sicosemen (user info) at 2006-07-06 14:35:46 EDT (#)
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Ok, I researched it and this is what you have to do. Place your mouse over the link below (hover) and hit alt + f4 and it will quicklink you to the page.
http://www.digitalcameratwat.com
Submitted by Sassmasterr (user info) at 2006-07-06 14:15:03 EDT (#)
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yes, this is the forum for this problem.
Submitted by c1ndy (user info) at 2006-07-06 14:04:46 EDT (#)
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My butterfly doctor friend only comes here to look at your posts I think Holly.
As far as cameras are concerned I have bought several recently to use at school. I have got various Cannon Ixus models, and they are OK (and I like them because they are silver). As far as I can tell, theres no need to get more than 5 or 6 million megapixels unless you want to blow the pictures up really big.
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2006-07-06 10:42:18 EDT (#)
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THAT review should have made your post.
Submitted by BobLobla (user info) at 2006-07-06 10:29:50 EDT (#)
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Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2006-07-06 09:54:02 (#)
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Nominated by Shlongy for "Worst Post in History".
You're up against ETS's last 21 posts.
Horseshit. Get an AIM room, you fucking idiots.
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Submitted by redskieslookfake (user info) at 2006-07-06 10:23:28 EDT (#)
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I think that article is one of the best I've read in years - and is well worth a thoughtful five minutes.
Submitted by redskieslookfake (user info) at 2006-07-06 10:17:56 EDT (#)
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http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/notcamera.htm
Submitted by Amontillado (user info) at 2006-07-06 10:15:57 EDT (#)
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I wouldn't rule out a Konica Minolta just because it's not as obvious as a Canon or Nikon. Also, Sony has some nice cameras too.
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2006-07-06 09:54:02 EDT (#)
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Nominated by Shlongy for "Worst Post in History".
You're up against ETS's last 21 posts.
Horseshit. Get an AIM room, you fucking idiots.
Submitted by inion_de_trua (user info) at 2006-07-06 09:53:16 EDT (#)
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go to best buy...
actually... www.newegg.com
Submitted by BobLobla (user info) at 2006-07-06 09:44:46 EDT (#)
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Submitted by Dolson (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:32:11 (#)
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Yeah, isn't there some tech nerd place for a question like this?
KAPLA!
Submitted by corn_nugget (user info) at 2006-07-06 07:05:10 EDT (#)
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Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:34:53 (#)
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Submitted by tarnation (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:30:04 (#)
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don't care, go away.
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Of all the camwhores I've seen in the last week, yours is the ONLY one who's made me re-work my rating process to the point where one is worthless due to the physically unimpressive factor.
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Because looks are so relevant on an internet forum.
And as usual, Icarus is right on.
Submitted by redskieslookfake (user info) at 2006-07-06 02:34:05 EDT (#)
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Icarus' comments are relevant and accurate.
Submitted by icarus1987 (user info) at 2006-07-06 00:02:46 EDT (#)
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Icarus,
How is a sutter speed determined?
Nevermind.....this is what it said.....please tell me what it means......
DSC Type: Digital camcorder, Digital Still Multi -MP3 player
• Display: 2.0" color LPTS LCD (available with 270 rotation)
• Digital zoom: 8 X (real time)
• Format: MPEG4
• Resolution:3224 x 2488 Pixels (9.0 Mega)
• Sensor effective resolution: 2048 x 1536 (3.0 Mega Pixel)
• Sensor video camcorder: 640 x 480 up to 11fps / 352 x 288 up to 30fps
320 x 240 up to 30fps / 160 x 128 up to 30fps
• Digital still camcorder: 3224 x 2448/ 2976 x 2240(6.6M) / 2560 x 1920 / 2304 x 1728
2048 x 1536 / 1600 x 1200 / 640 x 480
• PC camera: 640 x 480 up to 11fps / 352 x 288 up to 20fps / 160 x 128 up to 20fps
• External 64MB: SD/MMC Card (Optional)
• Internal memory: 32MB
• TV out: Support PAL/NTSC color System
• File format: JPG, GIF
• Languages: English
• Auto Exposure
• Charger/Li-ion rechargeable batteries
• Power saving : Optional for 1Min or 3Min or 5Min
• Self timer: 10 seconds
• White balance: Auto exposure and white balance
• Microphone & speaker: Built-in
• Power: 1 Li-ion rechargeable battery with charger (included)
• Dimension: 82(L) x 43 (W) x 98 (H) mm
• Weight: Approx 350g
• Include: Camera, TV out, USB cable, DC in adapter,
Driver CD, Charger, 1*Li-ion rechargeable battery,
1*, Instruction manual,
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It's a combination of f-stop and ISO. Think of ISO as the sensitivity of the camera; determined by the smallest amount of light that can be allowed through the aperture (think f2.8 is the largest mine goes) and the speed of the shutter (ranges from .001+/second and 3+seconds). Most cameras allow you to program these in per the existing conditions, so if you prefer brighter shots you can set it at one stop higher than average, and darker shots one shot slower.
Generally, the bigger the aperture (more light) and the wider range of ISO (allows for more motion to be captured), the better off you are. 2.8 to 4.9 is a pretty good aperture range, and an ISO of around 50-400 is pretty good for the sort of camera you're looking to buy.
Only other thing is to ignore video stats (never seen a digital camera that could do a good job of video) and digital zoom. Do you have a National Camera&Video in your area? They often carry some amazing used stuff at good prices.
If you have any other questions, you can email me at icarus1987 (at) yahoo.com.
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:50:29 EDT (#)
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Submitted by icarus1987 (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:41:33 (#)
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Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:51:00 (#)
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Submitted by icarus1987 (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:42:34 (#)
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Digital Zoom is worthless. It's basically taking the image and expanding it, usually making it more pixelated (you can do that on your computer). Optical zoom is really the only thing that counts if you want clarity.
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Dude, telescopic zoom is not digital. It's optical.
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I know that, ansel. She said digital zoom in one of her responses...
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My bad. Didn't see that till after I'd reviewed. Everything else you said was pretty much spot on.
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:42:21 EDT (#)
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Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:39:37 (#)
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Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:33:34 (#)
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Nevermind. I'll work it out with the right camera.
All that matters to me is that he has what he wants.
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# pictures depends on resolution, but I think she took like about 1000 or something and didn't even come close to filling up 1gb.
I'm surprised, on ebay the 2 gb cards are only like $45-$60. Even the ultra II high speeds are cheap. For an Englishman, that's like 25 pounds...chump change really.
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yep, that's what I bought!
I just want him to.....not want when he gets here?
Submitted by icarus1987 (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:41:33 EDT (#)
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Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:51:00 (#)
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Submitted by icarus1987 (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:42:34 (#)
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Digital Zoom is worthless. It's basically taking the image and expanding it, usually making it more pixelated (you can do that on your computer). Optical zoom is really the only thing that counts if you want clarity.
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Dude, telescopic zoom is not digital. It's optical.
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I know that, ansel. She said digital zoom in one of her responses...
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:39:37 EDT (#)
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Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:33:34 (#)
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Nevermind. I'll work it out with the right camera.
All that matters to me is that he has what he wants.
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# pictures depends on resolution, but I think she took like about 1000 or something and didn't even come close to filling up 1gb.
I'm surprised, on ebay the 2 gb cards are only like $45-$60. Even the ultra II high speeds are cheap. For an Englishman, that's like 25 pounds...chump change really.
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:39:15 EDT (#)
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Submitted by OneCheapGeek (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:37:12 (#)
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Also...one generally asks for advice before buying.
Those who think do anyway.
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Oh, have you something interesting to say about thinking?
Submitted by OneCheapGeek (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:37:12 EDT (#)
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Also...one generally asks for advice before buying.
Those who think do anyway.
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:33:34 EDT (#)
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Nevermind. I'll work it out with the right camera.
All that matters to me is that he has what he wants.
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:26:42 EDT (#)
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How many pics do you get out of 512mb? I've seen some that advertise gb....
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:24:36 EDT (#)
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Oh, so it's a friend of c1ndy's? Cool. Well, I wish you all the best.
Whatever camera you get, just make sure you pick up a pack of rechargable batteries at some point, preferably sooner than later. Batteries burn up in cameras like they're going out of style and rechargables will be worth every penny.
Also, like I said, you'll definitely want a bigger memory card than the one that comes in that camera if you get it. It's only 16mb.
I'd try ebay and see if anyone has 512mb cards for sale where they've replaced them with 1gb. Might get lucky.
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?cgiurl=http%3A%2F%2Fcgi.ebay.com%2Fws%2F&fkr=1&from=R8&satitle=flash+card+sd&category0=
Actually, there you go. They're dirt cheap. ;)
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:16:51 EDT (#)
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what I meant is that you'd have to ask cindy if he participates
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:15:34 EDT (#)
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He's not an uber-dork, as far as I know :) You'd have to ask C1ndy about that one, though :)
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:14:37 EDT (#)
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Yes, there is a special person that has never been here before. I don't want the pics to be crap... :(
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:11:59 EDT (#)
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Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:07:44 (#)
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Thanks, again. I'm actually only buying a camera because someone special....from across the Atlantic.....is visiting ;)
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No shit??? Heh. Interesting...
Anyone I'd know?
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:11:14 EDT (#)
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http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/canon/powershot_a540-review/
This site has a lot more information on that camera.
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:07:44 EDT (#)
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Thanks, again. I'm actually only buying a camera because someone special....from across the Atlantic.....is visiting ;)
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:03:56 EDT (#)
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Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:02:12 (#)
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Is this my "free card" because I gave FA >$?
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Well, we both think you're a sweetheart, so I guess so.
Good luck finding something you like.
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:03:35 EDT (#)
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I REALLY appreciate your help. Thank you!
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:02:12 EDT (#)
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Is this my "free card" because I gave FA >$?
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:01:42 EDT (#)
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Trust me...you were a fool even BEFORE you bought that piece of shit camera.
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:01:11 EDT (#)
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I'll tell you this much, she was incredibly happy with that camera. She loves it to death. And $180 is a damn good price.
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:00:12 EDT (#)
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Shit, ok, one last thing... If you get that particular camera, it has software bundled with it that allows you to take panoramic pictures.
In other words, you can stand in one spot and take a bunch of different pictures in a circle and put them all together in the computer to form one continuous 360 degree image, a-la Creed videos. :P
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 23:00:00 EDT (#)
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oh, yes......I was told that I should receive a tripod and a memory card, too :(
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:59:02 EDT (#)
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I thought that I DID shop around. I looked at brands, MPs, Xs, ability to record w/sound, EVERYTHING, but I got dooped.
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:57:54 EDT (#)
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If you decide to get any camera, shop around first. When Filthy got hers at BestBuy, they had a special where they gave her a free 512mb memory card for free. She got them to bump it up to a gig and just paid the difference.
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:55:48 EDT (#)
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Thanks ETS! I appreciate that!
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:54:58 EDT (#)
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I forgot to mention, another advantage of having a camera that can take short movies, besides the option to vidwhore yourself, is that if you're afraid you won't get the particular shot you want of something, like lightning or a hummingbird, for instance, you can take a short movie clip and take frames out of it for your pictures.
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:51:00 EDT (#)
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Submitted by icarus1987 (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:42:34 (#)
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Digital Zoom is worthless. It's basically taking the image and expanding it, usually making it more pixelated (you can do that on your computer). Optical zoom is really the only thing that counts if you want clarity.
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Dude, telescopic zoom is not digital. It's optical.
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:49:53 EDT (#)
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http://www.ccicameracity.com/powershota540.html
I think that's the one she's got. It's really pretty awesome! She got a GIG card for it and was shooting short films with it that looked pretty damn good. (You can see one of the films she shot on uber. It's the one with the lightning.)
It's got all sorts of neat color modes and effects you can do with it like time lapse, I think, and you can choose to shoot in black and white, or black and white and one particular color. For example, she was going around choosing the colors of flowers in my mom's yard and taking pretty striking pictures of the flowers themselves in full color (red for instance) while the background was all black and white. Kinda neat.
Good zoom range. 6 megapixels, which is really plenty. You don't need any more than that for web or personal applications. And that link has one that's really fucking cheap. Cheaper than she gave for her's I'm pretty sure.
If I were you, I'd get that and a 1 GB flash memory card to go with it and you'll be set.
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:44:41 EDT (#)
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There's nothing more entertaining that "going away" from your own post.
Submitted by tarnation (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:43:25 EDT (#)
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Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:34:53 (#)
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Submitted by tarnation (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:30:04 (#)
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don't care, go away.
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Of all the camwhores I've seen in the last week, yours is the ONLY one who's made me re-work my rating process to the point where one is worthless due to the physically unimpressive factor.
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don't care, go away
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:43:02 EDT (#)
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Icarus,
How is a sutter speed determined?
Nevermind.....this is what it said.....please tell me what it means......
DSC Type: Digital camcorder, Digital Still Multi -MP3 player
• Display: 2.0" color LPTS LCD (available with 270 rotation)
• Digital zoom: 8 X (real time)
• Format: MPEG4
• Resolution:3224 x 2488 Pixels (9.0 Mega)
• Sensor effective resolution: 2048 x 1536 (3.0 Mega Pixel)
• Sensor video camcorder: 640 x 480 up to 11fps / 352 x 288 up to 30fps
320 x 240 up to 30fps / 160 x 128 up to 30fps
• Digital still camcorder: 3224 x 2448/ 2976 x 2240(6.6M) / 2560 x 1920 / 2304 x 1728
2048 x 1536 / 1600 x 1200 / 640 x 480
• PC camera: 640 x 480 up to 11fps / 352 x 288 up to 20fps / 160 x 128 up to 20fps
• External 64MB: SD/MMC Card (Optional)
• Internal memory: 32MB
• TV out: Support PAL/NTSC color System
• File format: JPG, GIF
• Languages: English
• Auto Exposure
• Charger/Li-ion rechargeable batteries
• Power saving : Optional for 1Min or 3Min or 5Min
• Self timer: 10 seconds
• White balance: Auto exposure and white balance
• Microphone & speaker: Built-in
• Power: 1 Li-ion rechargeable battery with charger (included)
• Dimension: 82(L) x 43 (W) x 98 (H) mm
• Weight: Approx 350g
• Include: Camera, TV out, USB cable, DC in adapter,
Driver CD, Charger, 1*Li-ion rechargeable battery,
1*, Instruction manual,
Submitted by icarus1987 (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:42:34 EDT (#)
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Digital Zoom is worthless. It's basically taking the image and expanding it, usually making it more pixelated (you can do that on your computer). Optical zoom is really the only thing that counts if you want clarity.
Submitted by icarus1987 (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:41:28 EDT (#)
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Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:36:20 (#)
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Megapixels asn't as important as storage capacity and the expense of storage media. You can take good quality shots with a 3.1 megapixel camera and unless you are a professional photographer or something, which if you were you wouldn't be using a digital camera in the first place.
Look for quality of pictures, flexability of features, lag-time between photos, and ease of use over megapixels. Anywhere from 3-6 MP is fine.
That's my input, but I don't really know jack about digital cameras. :P
Ask FilthyAssistant. She got a kickass camera fairly cheap when she was here. Canon Sureshot I think.
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I have no idea what he's talking re: storage capacity. Most come with some manner of flash memory, which is removable, rather like a usb jump drive. I think I have a 500MB one that went for $40 last year, and it can store around 150 pictures at 7MP. Just make sure you buy a card reader.
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:40:43 EDT (#)
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I was told that my purchase included 10MP and 8xDZ
Submitted by icarus1987 (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:39:52 EDT (#)
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First, megapixels don't really matter a whole lot if the camera has bad shutter speeds. While every camera (and lens on an SLR) is different, the faster the available shutter speed in relation to whatever you want to deign a reasonable amount of light, the more you'll be able to compensate for movement (both yours and your subject's). 'Reasonable' can be anywhere from 60-1k+. Looks like that's about 18 or a 20.
You won't be able to get much reasonable at $200. Not at the 10MP range (why would you want 10? Planning on making billboards out of your prints?) Mine's a poor man's pro-amateur and it cost $1200 for 7MP two years ago. Would reccomend you look for a Canon or Nikkon 3MP in the $200 range. I think the Coolpix were a pretty good line, last I checked. Ask around, and ask to check the camera out (and see its pictures printed) before you buy it. Also, if you're going to test it, focus on a moving target like a car or person, NOT a stationary target like an in-store sign.
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:38:50 EDT (#)
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You also want something with a good zoom range. Whatever you do, don't get the ones that use mini-CDs as media. Those suck.
Get one That uses FlashROM and spring for a 1 GB or 512 MB card at some future point. They're worth it.
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:37:48 EDT (#)
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ETS/FA,
please tell me which camera you have.
Mine is crap (thus my interest in purchasing a new one).
Thank you,
Holly
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:36:23 EDT (#)
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Kodak, you say?
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:36:20 EDT (#)
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Megapixels asn't as important as storage capacity and the expense of storage media. You can take good quality shots with a 3.1 megapixel camera and unless you are a professional photographer or something, which if you were you wouldn't be using a digital camera in the first place.
Look for quality of pictures, flexability of features, lag-time between photos, and ease of use over megapixels. Anywhere from 3-6 MP is fine.
That's my input, but I don't really know jack about digital cameras. :P
Ask FilthyAssistant. She got a kickass camera fairly cheap when she was here. Canon Sureshot I think.
Submitted by hollygolitely (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:34:53 EDT (#)
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Submitted by tarnation (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:30:04 (#)
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don't care, go away.
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Of all the camwhores I've seen in the last week, yours is the ONLY one who's made me re-work my rating process to the point where one is worthless due to the physically unimpressive factor.
Submitted by Dolson (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:32:11 EDT (#)
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Yeah, isn't there some tech nerd place for a question like this?
KAPLA!
Submitted by OneCheapGeek (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:31:13 EDT (#)
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Sounds like ya got ripped. I'd recommend Canon or Olympus.
But I'm not a photo guy.
Submitted by tarnation (user info) at 2006-07-05 22:30:04 EDT (#)
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don't care, go away.