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number? I hope i make sense haha thanks guys :)
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Is it?
I am not so sure.. the image quality depends on many things. Size of sensor, amount of pixels stashed on it and technology used to make it. I mean Sony has with the Exmor sensor made some really good image quality possible. Before Exmor and after Exmor is really a big difference.
This also means that because the technology improved also they could use more megapixels again. As in if you use old technology and you keep adding pixels in the same size sensor. It just gets worse..
But with new technology a huge step has been made into improving image quality. You can get some really good pictures out of a Iphone now. Sure it still is a tiny sensor so it isn't going to be super for for that size a sensor it is pretty darn good.
Now how to know that you get a good deal when buying a camera? Read reviews, see pictures show with the cameras [and not just the ones they shot in a studio] and talk with other users.
Another thing to keep in mind, a sensor is not everything. I mean there is also the lens, the speed of the camera in operation. How it feels in the hands, if you can handle the menu's buttons..
Seriously just buying a camera on MP count.. eh.. nah.. it just doesn't work.
Buy it for the image quality, the ease of use, the functionality the camera has.
Also your usage, how do you plan to use the camera. What size can it be.. must be small and easy to pocket so you take it with you every day. Or do you buy it for vacations and don't mind it to be a bit bigger needing its own camera bag. Do you desire to shoot birds? Then you better get enough zoom. And how about the video? What do you expect from the video the camera takes.
In short unless you know how you plan to use it it is impossible to give advice.
One advice though, stop caring about megapixels.. they don't matter. With the amount of megapixels we get nowadays there is really nothing to complain. Nothing at all..
I mean how many times do you print out your images. And how big? You would be surprised but it is true.. 7Mpixels is enough for printing the most used printsize. I mean if you make a photoalbum how many times do you print lettersized? Even then 8Mpixels is enough..
What matters more is the quality of the pixels you get and that as pointed out earlier has to deal with the technology of the sensor to.
So first begin with making a budget and deciding what you seek in your camera. Must it be light and small, or do you want allot of zoom. Do you accept mostly automatic or do you want to be able to take some level of control. And so on...
Is it?
I am not so sure.. the image quality depends on many things. Size of sensor, amount of pixels stashed on it and technology used to make it. I mean Sony has with the Exmor sensor made some really good image quality possible. Before Exmor and after Exmor is really a big difference.
This also means that because the technology improved also they could use more megapixels again. As in if you use old technology and you keep adding pixels in the same size sensor. It just gets worse..
But with new technology a huge step has been made into improving image quality. You can get some really good pictures out of a Iphone now. Sure it still is a tiny sensor so it isn't going to be super for for that size a sensor it is pretty darn good.
Now how to know that you get a good deal when buying a camera? Read reviews, see pictures show with the cameras [and not just the ones they shot in a studio] and talk with other users.
Another thing to keep in mind, a sensor is not everything. I mean there is also the lens, the speed of the camera in operation. How it feels in the hands, if you can handle the menu's buttons..
Seriously just buying a camera on MP count.. eh.. nah.. it just doesn't work.
Buy it for the image quality, the ease of use, the functionality the camera has.
Also your usage, how do you plan to use the camera. What size can it be.. must be small and easy to pocket so you take it with you every day. Or do you buy it for vacations and don't mind it to be a bit bigger needing its own camera bag. Do you desire to shoot birds? Then you better get enough zoom. And how about the video? What do you expect from the video the camera takes.
In short unless you know how you plan to use it it is impossible to give advice.
One advice though, stop caring about megapixels.. they don't matter. With the amount of megapixels we get nowadays there is really nothing to complain. Nothing at all..
I mean how many times do you print out your images. And how big? You would be surprised but it is true.. 7Mpixels is enough for printing the most used printsize. I mean if you make a photoalbum how many times do you print lettersized? Even then 8Mpixels is enough..
What matters more is the quality of the pixels you get and that as pointed out earlier has to deal with the technology of the sensor to.
So first begin with making a budget and deciding what you seek in your camera. Must it be light and small, or do you want allot of zoom. Do you accept mostly automatic or do you want to be able to take some level of control. And so on...
whats a good camera for me?
new photog
im getting into photography and want an inexpensive camera, but that will take good pictures... I want to spend about 150-200 and want the most out of it... it will be used for people as well as cars...
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What gives a camera its picture quality?
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. Megapixel resolution is about potential photo size, not picture quality.
In new cameras, look for a viewfinder (LCD invisible in bright sun), optical image stabilizer, and check battery prices. High mega pixel settings take longer to process and may not be needed unless required for very large pictures. Maximum print size for a 3 mega pixel setting is 8 x 10 inches. Click links below for more details.
http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=398&pq-locale=en_US&_requestid=2039 ...
http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/mpmyth.htm ...
The Canon A590IS is a slightly older model that is available everywhere at great sale prices. Think it is a great camera and a best buy. It has auto focus, a viewfinder, optical image stabilization, and uses rechargeable NiMH batteries.
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/A590IS/A590ISA.HTM ...
http://bountii.com/deal-1523871-canon-powershot-8-0-megapixel.html ...
There is no one particular place to get great buys, but you may see something above that really helps you find the best buy. Click on the second link in the information above for an example then search for your camera of choice at the upper left. Camera prices at this link change often.
For expanded wide angle or telephoto capabilities, the A590 IS is compatible with Canon's accessory lens adapters: A small button next to the lens bezel is actually a latch; press it and you can remove the bezel ring, exposing a bayonet mount for accessory lenses. Canon offers the WC-DC52 0.7x wide-angle lens, the TC-DC52A telephoto lens, the 250D 52mm closeup lens separately, along with the LA-DC52G adapter to mount them on the camera. (Note that the wide, tele, and macro lenses all need the LA-DC52G adapter to mount them to the camera. The lenses won't work by themselves.)
This could be the best slim line camera with a viewfinder and ... It's PINK, but it uses a $49.50 Series G Rechargeable 960mAh lithium-ion battery.
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 ...
CAUTION Do not overcharge! Batteries can be damaged. Use an automatic two or more hour Energizer Compact smart charger with temperature monitor, trickle charge technology, and safety timer ($9.76) at Walmart. Use pre-charged 2000mAh Duracell ($12.97) or RayOVac ($5.97) batteries (both hold charge one year) and a full cycle charge. To preserve battery charge, use the viewfinder.
CAUTION To prevent memory card corruption, keep batteries charged, format in camera, and don't delete or fill card completely. Wait for lights to stop flashing then turn camera off before removing memory. For card readers, double click Safely Remove Hardware. Select, then click Stop and OK.
Lots of great camera tips in this link.
http://www.danscamera.com/Learning/going_digital/#resolution ...
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. Once you select a camera, read all about it in the owner's manual. You can view owners manuals at this link, but will need to Login. http://www.retrevo.com/s/digital+camera ...
The source links show most of the cameras out there with prices and make digital cameras work better with help on cleaning camera and battery electrical contacts.
What gives a camera its picture quality?
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. Megapixel resolution is about potential photo size, not picture quality.
In new cameras, look for a viewfinder (LCD invisible in bright sun), optical image stabilizer, and check battery prices. High mega pixel settings take longer to process and may not be needed unless required for very large pictures. Maximum print size for a 3 mega pixel setting is 8 x 10 inches. Click links below for more details.
http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=398&pq-locale=en_US&_requestid=2039 ...
http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/mpmyth.htm ...
The Canon A590IS is a slightly older model that is available everywhere at great sale prices. Think it is a great camera and a best buy. It has auto focus, a viewfinder, optical image stabilization, and uses rechargeable NiMH batteries.
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/A590IS/A590ISA.HTM ...
http://bountii.com/deal-1523871-canon-powershot-8-0-megapixel.html ...
There is no one particular place to get great buys, but you may see something above that really helps you find the best buy. Click on the second link in the information above for an example then search for your camera of choice at the upper left. Camera prices at this link change often.
For expanded wide angle or telephoto capabilities, the A590 IS is compatible with Canon's accessory lens adapters: A small button next to the lens bezel is actually a latch; press it and you can remove the bezel ring, exposing a bayonet mount for accessory lenses. Canon offers the WC-DC52 0.7x wide-angle lens, the TC-DC52A telephoto lens, the 250D 52mm closeup lens separately, along with the LA-DC52G adapter to mount them on the camera. (Note that the wide, tele, and macro lenses all need the LA-DC52G adapter to mount them to the camera. The lenses won't work by themselves.)
This could be the best slim line camera with a viewfinder and ... It's PINK, but it uses a $49.50 Series G Rechargeable 960mAh lithium-ion battery.
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 ...
CAUTION Do not overcharge! Batteries can be damaged. Use an automatic two or more hour Energizer Compact smart charger with temperature monitor, trickle charge technology, and safety timer ($9.76) at Walmart. Use pre-charged 2000mAh Duracell ($12.97) or RayOVac ($5.97) batteries (both hold charge one year) and a full cycle charge. To preserve battery charge, use the viewfinder.
CAUTION To prevent memory card corruption, keep batteries charged, format in camera, and don't delete or fill card completely. Wait for lights to stop flashing then turn camera off before removing memory. For card readers, double click Safely Remove Hardware. Select, then click Stop and OK.
Lots of great camera tips in this link.
http://www.danscamera.com/Learning/going_digital/#resolution ...
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. Once you select a camera, read all about it in the owner's manual. You can view owners manuals at this link, but will need to Login. http://www.retrevo.com/s/digital+camera ...
The source links show most of the cameras out there with prices and make digital cameras work better with help on cleaning camera and battery electrical contacts.
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