What camera is best to buy?

Q. I want a camera that'll take high quality pictures but i don't know what kind of camera to get. I know a digital dlsr will take the quality i want but there too expensive for me. So i have no idea if i'd be better off sticking with a regular compact ? Anyone got any sites or an actual good camera to get?

Answer
For 2011, Nikon also boosted the Coolpix S9100's speed, gifting it the capability to shoot 9.5fps at full resolution. We also had the ability to shoot in a multitude of high-speed modes, including 120fps (at 1-megapixel), 60fps (at 2-megapixels), Best Shot Selection, Pre-shooting Cache, and Continuous High and Low. Not only could we capture action with ease, but the menu system was also speedier. We could fly through the Nikon Coolpix S9100's menus at a Roadrunner pace, so making hasty camera adjustments was an afterthought. We do favor Canon's organization over Nikon's, however, as many times we found ourselves wading through the main menu in search of options when they should have been available on the screen.

I'm looking for a new digital camera. Would like some help or recommendations?

Heybail

I'm unfortunately on the market for a new camera and I am terrible when it comes to shopping for one. I was hoping to get some help or recommendations.

In 2008 I got a Fujifilm Finepix J10 that I was very happy with.
http://www.fujifilm.com/support/digital_cameras/specifications/j/finepix_j10/

In 2011 I got a SONY Cyber-shot DSCW730.
http://store.sony.com/p/Sony-Cyber-shot-W730-Camera/en/p/DSCW730/L

I'm looking for something similar. A point and shoot camera that takes nice pictures, is easy to use and will fit in my pocket.

4x or higher optical zoom.
15-16 megapixals or more.
Flash is a must.
Video capability is a must. I'd prefer it not be in MP4 format and I also liked being able to zoom in video.

I enjoyed the different modes that I got with the Fujifilm and used them all the time.
I also would like to have a panoramic mode.

I don't care about the brand or the color. I also don't have a particular price range in mind, as long as it's reasonable.

Thank you!

Answer
I like the Nikon P330, or if you are not concerned about pocket size, the P7700. They don't have the high megapixel count sensors you want, but their sensors are larger (in physical size - not megapixels), which means better low-light capability.

http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-COOLPIX-Digital-Camera-Black/dp/B00BOZCSQE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1373104991&sr=8-1&keywords=nikon+p330

Besides, anything above 10Mp is overkill these days anyway. For proof, the $6,000 Nikon D3s is only 12 Megapixels.

If you insist on a high megapixel sensor, you are losing out on a lot of fine cameras.

Besides, megapixels do not provide any indication about quality - they only give you a certain resolution. And it takes double the megapixels to notice any difference anyway, so the difference between 12 and 16 megapixels is negligible.

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I'm looking for a new digital camera. Would like some help or recommendations?

Heybail

I'm unfortunately on the market for a new camera and I am terrible when it comes to shopping for one. I was hoping to get some help or recommendations.

In 2008 I got a Fujifilm Finepix J10 that I was very happy with.
http://www.fujifilm.com/support/digital_cameras/specifications/j/finepix_j10/

In 2011 I got a SONY Cyber-shot DSCW730.
http://store.sony.com/p/Sony-Cyber-shot-W730-Camera/en/p/DSCW730/L

I'm looking for something similar. A point and shoot camera that takes nice pictures, is easy to use and will fit in my pocket.

4x or higher optical zoom.
15-16 megapixals or more.
Flash is a must.
Video capability is a must. I'd prefer it not be in MP4 format and I also liked being able to zoom in video.

I enjoyed the different modes that I got with the Fujifilm and used them all the time.
I also would like to have a panoramic mode.

I don't care about the brand or the color. I also don't have a particular price range in mind, as long as it's reasonable.

Thank you!

Answer
I like the Nikon P330, or if you are not concerned about pocket size, the P7700. They don't have the high megapixel count sensors you want, but their sensors are larger (in physical size - not megapixels), which means better low-light capability.

http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-COOLPIX-Digital-Camera-Black/dp/B00BOZCSQE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1373104991&sr=8-1&keywords=nikon+p330

Besides, anything above 10Mp is overkill these days anyway. For proof, the $6,000 Nikon D3s is only 12 Megapixels.

If you insist on a high megapixel sensor, you are losing out on a lot of fine cameras.

Besides, megapixels do not provide any indication about quality - they only give you a certain resolution. And it takes double the megapixels to notice any difference anyway, so the difference between 12 and 16 megapixels is negligible.

High Speed still images from video!?

Carlyn

im wanting to find a video camera capable of producing video with high enough quality that i can take stills out of the video. the reason for this is im doing some sports and want some stills of precise points of impact of a bat and a ball. and i dont want to use my dslr. i want to be able to set up a camcorder in a certain position and let it sit while i take pics of different angles with my dslr.

will any camcorder compare to what a dslr can produce ?

my budget is about $1200 but if thats unrealistic i will have to go more but shooting for 1200.

and preferably a camera that a waterproof case can be purchased for.

Answer
It's probably not a good idea.

Know why?

The highest-resolution HD video is 1920 pixels wide by 1080 pixels high. That's the equivalent of a 2-megapixel still camera. And that's the highest resolution image you could possibly pull out of a video file.
Additionally, stored digital video is "keyframed" -- the compression methods used to store digital video save an occasional full-resolution "keyframe" image, and then interpolate the succeeding images based on changes from the keyframe image for the next bunch of frames. Even the changes from the keyframe image are compressed (non-losslessly) as well. So for you to pick one arbitrary frame out very likely means you're not hitting a "keyframe," and are getting an interpolation -- so you won't even get a full 2MP image, you'll get a motion-compressed partial frame. Then there's rolling shutter artifacts, etc. to worry about...

The best way to do this is to get a sound/optical trigger, and use your DSLR. That will let you get the *exact* moment you want to capture, at high resolution and with no losses.
Here's one inexpensive piece of equipment that will help you do this:

http://www.makingitasapro.blogspot.com/2011/07/high-speed-flash-with-hiviz.html

Peace.

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Best digital camera of 2011? $200 to spend?

Charlotte

I am looking for what might be the best digital camera of 2011 and something that will be 200$ and under and small that I can take on trips (like hiking or camping) and not have to worry about

Answer
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Fujifilm-F600EXR-16-0-MP-Digital-Camera-Black-boxpack-/290702261827?pt=Digital_Cameras&hash=item43af347e43#ht_2220wt_1037

"New EXR Auto with a Motion Detection capability to virtually reduce subject blur in all lighting conditions. The built-in GPS functionality adds a Landmark Navigator feature to help photographers pin-point locations and the 15x wide-angle optical zoom lens now doubles its telephoto power (to 30x) thanks to the new intelligent digital zoom mode."

It also adds a new textured finish on the black model and features a 16 megapixel EXR CMOS sensor, 15x optical zoom lens, 3 inch screen, GPS and RAW support. (As this camera is so similar to the predecessor, this review is based on the F550 EXR Review).



Fujifilm FinePix F600EXR Features
The Fujifilm FinePix F600EXR sits at the top of the range in Fujifilm's line-up of pocket-zoom / travel-zoom cameras and features a wide angle 15x optical zoom lens, equivalent to 24-360mm.

Another feature of the F600 is a 16 megapixel CMOS sensor for high speed shooting and Fuji's unique EXR pixel arrangement to give three modes of operation: HR: High Resolution (uses all pixels to make a 16 megapixel images), SN: High Sensitivity for high ISO, low noise at 8 megapixels and DR: for dynamic range improvements (upto 1600% now available), at 8 megapixels.

The F600 and F550 goes beyond what the F500 offers, by including manual controls and RAW support and GPS support. If you don't need or want these features you can save some money by going for the Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR instead. Both cameras are capable of recording Full HD video with optical zoom and stereo sound.

GPS options are further enhanced on the F600EXR with the following GPS options: GPS On (permanently), On (when camera switched on), Off. Location info ON/OFF. Auto time correction (On without summertime, with summertime, or off), GPS Tracking data on/off (creates a text document on the memory card with GPS information). GPS KM/Mile setting.

In playback you can access landmark navigator, this gives you a compass when the camera is pointed down or a view of GPS landmarks such as public facilities, tourist spots, leisure spots and my landmark. GPS Photo Navigation is another option. You can copy the location info, or search images by date, GPS location name, face, favourites, scene, type of data, or by upload mark (Youtube or Facebook).



Key Features
16.0 megapixel back-lit EXR CMOS sensor
15x optical zoom lens, f/3.5-5.3, 24-360mm in 35mm equivalent
3inch screen, 460k pixels
Full HD video, 30fps, with stereo sound
High speed video 320/160/80fps
Scenes / Pro shooting mode / Pro Focus / Pro Low Light
120/180/360 degrees motion panorama
Image stabilisation: Image-sensor shift type
ISO100 - ISO3200, ISO6400 at 8mp, ISO12800 at 4mp
5cm Macro mode
Pop-up flash (electronic button)
RAW+JPEG mode, Manual controls
New GPS Features


Fujifilm FinePix F600EXR Handling
Despite being quite a compact camera, it features a rubber front grip, along with a textured / rubberised body. There is also another rubber grip on the back of the camera, although they are simply rubber spots where your thumb rests. This design gives good grip generally, although a tripod may still be necessary when using the full optical zoom.

On the back is an easy to use slanted mode dial and a number of buttons on the back provide quick access to the main modes, including playback and video modes. The video button is quite large, however it felt a little spongy which meant I occasionally wondered whether the camera had started recording.


Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR - virtually the same to look at, except the F600 has a pop-up button for the flash. This also means you can close the flash more easily than the previous model. The camera features a stylish metal body, with a metal tripod mount.

The F600 is really quite compact for a camera with such a large zoom and it's just the lens that protrudes out of the camera when off, meaning it will easily fit into the more compact camera cases such as the Tamrac Neo 14 (possibly one of the smallest cases available for this camera) with a very snug fit.

Menus: The Fujifilm FinePix F600 menus are quite straightforward, with the main controls split into photo menus and setup menus. Another set of options can be changed by using the F button on the back of the camera, this gives quick access to: ISO, Image size, Continuous shooting, GPS settings, Advanced anti blur and film simulation. Although the availability of the options are dependant on the mode you are currently in. More advanced GPS options, IS mode selection, Red-eye removal and RAW options are available in the setup menu, including the option to save the original image - this works when using red-eye removal, pro focus, pro low-light and motion panorama modes.

which camera is better?

Krazykid

Would you say the Canon EOS Digital Rebel or the Olympus E-PM1 is better? Reviews on either?

Answer
You can visit Digital Photography Review for a more in-depth answer to decipher which one of these cameras is better or if you're interested in just the specifications, then the second sourced link below should give you a points system value to make up your mind.

As with the previous poster, both of these cameras are different.

The E-PM1 was released in June 2011, whereas the Digital Rebel was in August 2003. First glance of this information, I'm sure a lot has happened in 8 years or so and the E-PM1 may well have some features that the Digital Rebel does not have based on the comparison chart.

The EOS Digital Rebel is an categorised as an Entry-Level DSLR, whereas the Olympus is a Hybrid SLR based upon the Interchangeable lens and it is also Mirrorless.

Cost-wise, the Olympus is cheaper, but the price may not be comparable due to the gap in time and depreciation.

The Nikon has a larger APS-C sensor than the Olympus despite it being 8 years old, with 162 lens available on the market as opposed to only 26 for Olympus and also a better battery life based on the Pentamirror where the Olympus does not have it.

In conclusion, the Olympus is a slightly better camera, as it can record video in full HD and at 60 fps, whereas the Digital Rebel does not have that capability. The camera also has built-in image stabilisation built into the body, almost double the Megapixel range. Although you can take really good images at around 5 to 7MP; so having extra MP is generally a marketing ploy and relies mostly upon the lens.

The Olympus has a higher ISO range, shoots faster shots, weighs almost one third of that of the Canon; and also smaller in size.

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What is the best SLR camera?

Jomahomi

I really want to buy a good camera and It has to be a compact SLR camera because I have a digital camera that take good pictures, But i really need to take perfect pictures as I am entering a competition for the best camera ranging in prices from £150-£200 because that is the type of camera I want t buy. Please include CONS and PROS thanks!! :) :) :)
I have about 7 years of experience and I mean cameras ;like this (this is one I looked at) http://www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/r/Fujifilm%20s3200/0_0_0/

Answer
You won't find a DSLR on your budget. This is probably the best compact digital that will fit:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Canon-PowerShot-SX220-Digital-Camera/dp/B004M8S152/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1315725422&sr=8-1

The SX220 differs from the more expensive SX230 by the SX230 having a GPS function.
Here are reviews:
http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Canon_PowerShot_SX230_HS/
http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/comparisons/2011-compact-gps-ultra-zoom-cameras
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/q311travelzoomgrouptest/

The Fujifilm camera you looked at has plumper numbers for megapixels and optical zoom. There is often a price in image quality for having higher pixel density and more optical zoom. The Fuji's AA batteries have advantages and disadvantages. You will need to buy a set of AA NiMH batteries and charger. The Canon SX220 HS will come with a Lithium-Ion NB-5L rechargeable battery & charger in the box, but an extra NB-5L is not cheap.
The Fuji uses sensor-shift stabilization. The Canon uses optical image stabilization. Optical image stabilization usually is more effective.
Compact Canons offer slow exposure times up to 15 seconds. There is a custom self timer up to 30 seconds.

In digital photography who won the battle, CMOS or CCD?

joe f

In the latest generations of DSLRs and even budget level dig cameras which technology has won out, CCD or CMOS and why? Thanks!

Answer
Keerok's right, the technologies are ultimately suited to different applications. This is partially because the manner in which data is read from each is different. There are other considerations like power consumption and the overall plexity of the image processing system behind the sensor that affect the manufacturers' choices.

Most of the larger medium format SLRs are still using CCD sensors and it's argued that this is because of greater dynamic range. It is also said this is done to to help get 30+ megapixels of data to be pushed to the buffer and processed as quickly as possible so the photographer isn't forced to wait several seconds between shots while the camera is still processing an image. I don't know if I buy the latter but, I've seen plenty of evidence supporting the former.

As for most of the 35mm derived DSLR market, it does seem that CMOS has ultimately won that fight for now. I say this only because all of the current models from Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Pentax, and Sony are using CMOS sensors at this time and it seems many new APS-C format video cameras are using the same sensors in spite of the rolling shutter issues that accompany the use of a single CMOS sensor for video. It seems the big swing started when Nikon finally followed Canon into the full-frame DSLR market with their D3. That was news worthy to be sure but, the D300 they offered at the same time had surprised even Canon with it's high ISO image quality which had long been one of Canon's selling points for their in-house manufactured CMOS sensor. Before 2007 and the introduction of the Nikon D3 and D300; Nikon, Konica-Minolta, Pentax and most other manufacturer were using CCD's manufactured by Sony.

Having said all this, its hard to predict where the next big leap in technology will lead. We could find ourselves going right back to CCDs or something else may come along. I'm not sure that those of us who are into photography for the sake of photography will really care either way because at this point, whether a camera is CCD or CMOS has little if any impact on our work flow. Newer cameras are allowing greater latitude with respect to how much light we need for a good exposure but, the need to sculpt our subject with the most flattering light hasn't changed and I doubt it ever will unless we reach a point where we have honest to goodness holographic cameras. I don't know that anyone viewing this text in 2011 will live long enough to see that.

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How much money should I budget for Ghost Hunting Gear?

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Becky

I'm discovering some great online ghost hunting stores. Now I'm wondering what people are budgeting for their ghost hunts? How much money is going to get me a good ghost hunt investigation?

Thanks for the help!

Answer
As Iâm sure youâve realized, this depends what you would like to use to âhunt ghosts.â Of course the answer to that depends greatly on what you would like to get out of âghost hunting.â Alright, so enough answering a question with more questions.

The costs begin with free! Thatâs right, I highly recommend those new to the âghost huntingâ field to utilize what they have around the house. Most people have access to a camera, or camera/phone. Obviously the more you spend the more quality your photograph and any potential anomalous data acquired will have. There are some fairly decent entry level digital cameras for sale today (*2012) for around $100 and up. There are a ton of options you will want to familiarize yourself with first. This goes for cameras or some of the more specific tools you see on the ghost hunting TV shows. Having worked with most of the networks and production companies, I can say that what you see on TV isnât always the best direction to go with your own âghost hunting.â

To get straight to your question (too late):
Infrared Thermometer $15
Infrared Thermometer with PC interface and K-Type Probe $250+ (recommend this one)
Digital Camera $15
Digital Camera with glass lens, Infrared illuminators and high Megapixels $150+ (recommend this one)
3D Digital Camera $200+ (recommend this one)
Single Axis EMF Meter $20
Three Axis Data logging pc interface EMF Meter $300+ (recommend this one)
Dowsing rods $20+

Alright so I could go on, but it would be easier to direct you a site that you could click through the store for free (full disclosureâ¦my website). http://GetGhostGear.com Visit there and find a ton of articles with pictures and âas seen on TVâ equipment (as many TV shows have gotten their equipment from me). Become an informed consumer and check out the HUGE and FREE list of ghost hunting equipment here http://getghostgear.com/gear-list-with-images.html

All you have to do is click on the ghost hunting equipment picture, learn more about it, and then click another link there if you want to purchase it. We donât recommend all of the equipment, just for the record so if you want our advice, read the articles first! Iâll include a bio about myself and my background so you know where your information is here is coming from (even if you don't shop from us, know who you are shopping with).

Hope this helps, and start saving those pennies. Get out in the field (safely) first and see what you think you need from there!

Sincerely,

Noah Voss
Founder GetGhostGear.com Enterprises
UFOwisconsin.com
Author UFO Wisconsin â A Progress Report
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Author Mysterious Madison â Unsolved Crimes, Strange Creatures & Bizarre Happenstance
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ufoIllinois.com
ufoMinnesota.com
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ufoSouthDakota.com
HowToBeAGhostHunter.com

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Beyond publishing over 4,000 paranormal web pages, Noah authored UFO Wisconsin - A Progress Report in 2008 detailing over 100 reports of UFOs in a non-fiction, Wisconsin based book published by Unexplained Research Publishing Company. In 2011 Noah authored Mysterious Madison â Unsolved Crimes, Strange Creatures & Bizarre Happenstance published by The History Press. Noah has worked with such companies as the History Channel, the Sci-Fi Channel, The Discovery Channel, The Travel Channel, The National Geographic Channel, The CW Network, Triage Entertainment, and Lions Gate Films on projects ranging from UFO documentaries to ABCâs Scariest Places on Earth. Noah has appeared in print, on radio, or through televisions in over 40 countries. Mr. Voss has had the opportunity to turn down offers to appear on William Shatnerâs Weird or What on the Discovery Channel, and Ancient Aliens on The National Geographic Channel.

Traveling through most all states in America, along the way; researching ghostly St. Augustine Florida, investigating the mysterious Winchester Mansion in California, going for the gone at The Bennington Black Hole in Vermont, haunted highways in Hawaii, looking for Bessie in Lake Erie, trying to get lost in The Bridgewater Triangle of Massachusetts, scanning for flying saucers on the summit of Mt. Saint Helens, werewolves in Wisconsin, ghosts of Alcatraz in San Francisco Bay, the Historic Bullock Hotel of wild-west Deadwood, the mystery Paulding Lights of Michigan, looking for what went wrong in Salem Massachusetts, prying for Pepie in Lake Pepin on the Mississippi, flying through the Bermuda Triangle, Voodoo in Jamaica, UFOs in Mexico, and searching for Sasquatch in British Columbia.

What camera is best to buy?

I want a camera that'll take high quality pictures but i don't know what kind of camera to get. I know a digital dlsr will take the quality i want but there too expensive for me. So i have no idea if i'd be better off sticking with a regular compact ? Anyone got any sites or an actual good camera to get?

Answer
For 2011, Nikon also boosted the Coolpix S9100's speed, gifting it the capability to shoot 9.5fps at full resolution. We also had the ability to shoot in a multitude of high-speed modes, including 120fps (at 1-megapixel), 60fps (at 2-megapixels), Best Shot Selection, Pre-shooting Cache, and Continuous High and Low. Not only could we capture action with ease, but the menu system was also speedier. We could fly through the Nikon Coolpix S9100's menus at a Roadrunner pace, so making hasty camera adjustments was an afterthought. We do favor Canon's organization over Nikon's, however, as many times we found ourselves wading through the main menu in search of options when they should have been available on the screen.

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