What digital camera would you suggest for recording a low budget film?

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CC

It's an extremely low budget movie.

I would like to use a digital camera to record it because digital cameras are obviously cheaper and easier to use.

Should I record a movie with a digital camera or would it look to cheap? If I can, what digital camera would you suggest? If you say no to the digital camera idea, what other camera should I use (that's low-priced preferrably)?

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What is extreme low budget? It would have been really helpful if you could have told us how much you budgeted for equipment. Trying use a digital camera with video capability is going to give you very crappy and shaky video with even crappier sound. If you want the best audio possible with decent video (640 x 480) then I would recommend the Samson Zoom Q3 Handy Video Recorder for about $250.00. This little device has a professional level stereo microphone so you will capture great audio. If you are looking at something with HD capability then I would recommend the Sanyo Xacti VPC-TH1 for about $230.00. The Sanyo will give you more flexibility and better picture (720p) with decent sound. Trying to spend less $250.00 for equipment to record even a low budget film will result in totaly wasted video and sound. You also have to remember time is money and after spending all that time and effort shooting the film you end with really crappy video and sound.....well you do the math.

What kind of digital camera should I get?

caramel_la

I want to purchase a new digital camera that takes professional quality photographs and has a nice big lens. I can spend up to $700 on it, can someone with experience in professional digital cameras suggest one for me?

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When you say: "... a new digital camera that takes professional quality photographs and has a nice big lens..." you are telling me that you are rather inexperienced with photography.

Repeat this 100 times: "It isn't the camera, its the photographer."

I have never owned a camera that took good pictures or bad pictures. I have used a camera to take good pictures and I have used a camera to take bad pictures. The camera wasn't why I took a good picture and it wasn't to blame when I took a bad picture. "Its not the camera, its the photographer."

If you are knowledgeable about light, composition, f-stops, ISO, and shutter speeds and have the skill to use that knowledge to make a good picture then any DSLR you buy will be fine.

If you don't have the aforementioned knowledge and skill then buying a DSLR will not magically bestow them upon you. They have to be learned.

I suggest at least 2 semesters of photography classes before running out to buy a DSLR. If classes aren't possible, read these books before buying your new camera:

"Digital SLR Handbook" by John Freeman

"Understanding Exposure" and "Understanding Shutter Speed", both by Bryan Peterson.

Sony, Pentax, Olympus, Nikon, Canon and Fuji all offer excellent cameras within your price range.

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How to convert 50 FPS to 24 FPS without going into slow motion?

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Andrew

Hi! I have access a very nice DSLR camera (Panasonic HDC-HS700). However, it only shoots in 50 FPS or 60 FPS. While this would usually be great, in this circumstance I would like to shoot in 24 or 30 FPS. The camera itself can't shoot in those frame rates. Is there any way to convert the video, without going into slow motion footage? Thanks so much.
Thanks so much for all the feedback! I have access to Final Cut Express, and potentially Final Cut Pro. Thank you, again.

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Hi Andrew, and welcome to Yahoo!Answers:

Two of my fellow Y!A Contributors already chimed-in, but unfortunately "Mmm J" either overlooked that you =did= list your camera (Panny HDS-HS700), or he meant to say "too bad we don't know which editing software". Perhaps he was thrown-off by your calling the HS700 a "DSLR" (it's not!), and M.J. thought another camera was involved.

And Dave ("Palladini") is a bit off-base, depending on what software you have. (True, based only on your "headline text" converting 50fps to 24fps is a weird conversion choice. What you'll actually want to do is shoot in 60fps and output at 30fps.) In Europe & the UK, film transfers and film-look projects are actually done at 25fps, to keep everything "even" compared to their normal 50Hz systems.

Since you are borrowing equipment, the whole frame-rate thing is probably new to you, as far as edit workflow.

You'll set your edit software "project settings" to import & edit in 60fps (the HS700 gives you 60p and 60i options). Everything will run & play at normal speed. It's only when you do your "output render" (for DVD or upload file) that you'll have the software convert the frame rate. That's when the automatic "discard every other frame" will occur.

And Dave probably forgot that good edit software can automatically accomplish the reverse of what's called "3:2 pulldown" (or virtual telecine) for final output at 24fps from higher frame-rates.

Feel free to tell us what software you have or can access for editing your project. Some edit packages don't "play well" with AVCHD footage.

hope this helps,
--Dennis C.
 

What is a good digital SLR question for a beginner?

mellolikej

I'm looking to buy an affordable DSLR camera which is fairly easy to use but still produces images of great quality, and doesn't require me to buy mass amounts of lenses and other bits and pieces in order to release it's full potential.

I was looking at the Sony a230 because of it's low price, simplicity, and picture quality, but the fact that it can't take videos has turned me away.

I could stretch to AU $1000, $1200 if it's really good, but the lower the better.

Thanks

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Picture quality mostly depends on you, the photographer. It doesn't matter if you only use one non-zoom lens on your dSLR. If you know what you're doing, you'll get mass amounts of cash with your great photos.

http://pulse.yahoo.com/_Q32DLZ63V4T6BVR535ON3HBNLM/blog/articles/168453?listPage=index&bb=0

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What all are the highest megapixel camera phones?

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Jtech

I am aware of the following phones but was wondering are there anymore with that high or even higher megapixel cameras ? Here is the list that I am currently aware of: Nokia N8(12 megapixels) Sony Ericsson Satio(12 megapixel) Spice S120(12 megapixels) Altek Leo(14 megapixels) Sony Ericsson Cybershot S006(16 megapixel)

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Nokia N8 can take better pics than any of these phones anyday. They've the Carl-Zeiss lens.

What is the BEST camera phone you can get in the UK?

Mario D

Even if it means compromising the other features such as the music player, weight, thickness etc. I just want to know which phone has the best camera phone. I read that its not always the highest megapixel out right now its about the lens and other things. Thanks

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i had an lg cookie and the camera was better than most others i had.. you really do get what you pay for if you really want a good phone with a good camera then you'll have to pay good money... most new nokias have a good camera on them too... iphone camera is pants so dont waste your money on that if its picture quality you want...

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What dslr camera is better? Cannon EOS rebel XS, or Nikon D3,000?

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manda

I'm getting dslr camera for christmas. Which one is better? I am a beginner but I want decent photos. Which one is better quality and easy to use? Also you can recommend me dslr camera's with a price range on 500-550. Thanks

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In my opinion neither. You can get a whole lot more camera for the same money with the Pentax K-x. The Pentax K-x was chosen by the 'Technical Image Press Association' as the 2010 "Best DSLR Entry Level". Read a review here: http://www.shutterbug.net/equipmentreviews/amateur_digital_slrs/0510pentax/index.html

Here is what you get with the Pentax K-x:

1) A CMOS sensor which gives superior performance at higher ISO settings. Very important indoors when you don't want to use the flash.

2) Live View.

3) HD Video.

4) Double/multiple exposure capability of from 2 to 9 images on a single frame with Auto EV Compensation. This feature opens up a whole new world of creativity.

5) A focusing motor in the camera body. Any Pentax AF lens made since 1988 can be used on the K-x and will auto focus as it should.

6) Image Stabilization (IS) in the camera body so any lens used becomes an IS lens. You could buy a legacy Pentax 50mm lens or 200mm telephoto lens and both become IS lenses.

7) A choice of colors so you don't have to settle for a black camera unless you want to.
http://www.pentaximaging.com/slr

The Nikon D3000 has exactly NONE of the features of the Pentax K-x. NONE! With the D3000 (and D3100 and D5000) if you want auto focus you must use Nikon AF-I or AF-S lenses. If you want IS (Nikon calls it VR) you have to pay for it with every VR lens Nikon offers and it isn't available on all their lenses.

The Canon XS is a two year old model and is thus somewhat behind in technology. It does have a CMOS sensor and Live View but NONE of the other features of the Pentax K-x. With the XS you can only use EF or EF-S lenses. Canon also has their IS in some but not all of their lenses. Like Nikon, you pay for it over and over.

Here are the current prices for the three sw/18-55mm zoom lens at B&H:

Pentax K-x, $489.95

Nikon D3000, $499.95 after a $50.00 Instant Savings from B&H. Ends 11-20-2010.

Canon XS, $499.99 after a $50.00 Instant Savings from B&H. Ends 11-24-2010.

B&H: http://www.bhphotovideo.com

So you can pay MORE ($10.00 is $10.00) for the Nikon or Canon and get FEWER features or you can save $10.00 and get all the features of the Pentax K-x. In my world that's an easy decision - the Pentax K-x wins.

Few people know that Pentax introduced the first Japanese-made 35mm Single Lens Reflex (SLR) in 1952 so they have a long history with SLR type cameras.

All Pentax DSLR cameras use the legacy "K" lens mount first introduced in 1975. That means you have access to all those old-school manual focus lenses which are plentiful and inexpensive on eBay. Yes, there are limitations when using a 35 year old lens but at least it will be an IS lens on your K-x.

So don't cheat yourself by ignoring the Pentax K-x.

Is the Sony α55 DSLR Camera a professional grade camera?

Nadi

I have a canon g11, would the Sony α55 DSLR Camera be an upgrade?

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No camera is "professional" - its the photographer who is the professional and uses the tool (the camera) to do the job.

The Sony SLT A55 would be a tremendous upgrade from the Canon G11 although the G11 is a good camera. With the A55 you'll gain interchangeable lenses and a much, much larger sensor. Plus the A55 allows full-time continuous auto focus whether you're shooting still pictures or video.

Buy the Sony SLT A55 but keep the G11 for those times when you prefer to travel light.

Here are a couple of reviews of the A55:

http://www.digitalphotographywriter.com/2010/08/sony-slt-a55-review-translucent-mirror.html

http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/AA55/AA55A.HTM

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A Canon T3i DSLR or a $500 camcorder, which is better for video?

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quince

I have heard a lot of great things about the T3i for shooting video, especially when compared to camcorders of a similar price range (~$500-600). Especially in regards to image quality and video and audio flexibility.

What is your impression? Is there a decent camcorder in that price range (or less) which is better for shooting video than the T3i?

Mind you, I mean BETTER, not "EASIER". I know the camcorders are more compact and more automated. I want something to create BETTER video, without getting into a semi-pro video camera (which costs MUCH more).

I want to separate the hype from the facts.

Also, if you know of a better DSLR for video than the T3i, also in the sub-$1000 market, say by Nikon or whatever, please feel free to recommend that, too.
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That helps a lot, Dennis.

Wow, a run-time under 30 minutes. That is a problem for many applications. I can't believe they would make a camera which is supposed to be a serious video contender with such a serious limitation.

I like the idea of the Canon Vixia HV40, but TAPE? I don't like the idea of shooting on tape of all things, in this day and age. Anything I got, I would prefer to have an option to shoot on SD card, or at least download the clips from an HDD to the SD card for handling. I would think solid-state HDDs would have made DV tape completely obsolete by now, except for specialized tasks.

What are some other camcorders which are decent for shooting video? Ideally with manual audio controls and a manual focus override? Of course, an external mix jack is a MUST.
Er - external MIC jack

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Hi Quince:

When considering what is basically a still-photo camera with video features "tacked on", you have to also consider what the application (or end-result) you are after when shooting video with a DSLR instead of a camcorder. Sure, you can capture a better basic video image (1080p@30fps, 720p@60fps, etc.) with changeable lensing, compared to a camcorder in the same price bracket (none with changeable lenses).

But on the Canon Rebel you won't be able to shoot a clip longer than 30 minutes (a legal limit, due to higher Euro tariffs on "camcorders") or bigger than 4Gb (file size limit). And in HD mode, you're limited to 12 minutes of runtime (24 minutes in VGA/Standard Def video mode). This is where you hit that 4Gb file limit: 5.5MB/sec HD datarate X 720seconds [12min] = 4Gigabytes.

And some Canon DSLRs & many Nikon cameras will overheat & shut down after continuous video use (due to sensor overheating issues: again, a large still-photo sensor being run continuously in video mode).

I wouldn't try to capture a live speech or a full wedding with a DSLR unless I had multiple cameras set up to deal with time & file-size limits (one good camcorder would replace two or more DSLRs there!). And you'll never find a video camera operator behind a DSLR at a conference or hotel ballroom presentation; but even $500-$1000 camcorders show up at these events for archiving or image-magnification (projection screen use).

When it comes to audio, you're not going to find anything other than a low/med/high setting on most DSLRs (but at least you have an external mike connector). But you won't have a variable knob to adjust, or separate settings for Left & Right inputs, without spending money on an external mixer.

As far as similarly-priced camcorders, the Canon Vixia HV40 shoots HDV format (better quality, as far as compression, compared to DSLRs) which can capture 80-120 minutes on one miniDV tape. The 10x zoom optics are good Canon glass, and give you 3-times the zoom of the stock Rebel T3i 18mm-55mm zoom lens.

As for other similarly-priced DSLR models, the Nikon D5100 is in the same ballpark, but again you have to consider its shooting-time limits (10 minutes runtime).

Short, 5-10 minute "takes" are great for scripted, film-style shooting with DSLR shooting rigs (which is one reason âbesides lensing choicesâ that DSLRs are a current fad with indie filmmakers & some episodic TV shows).

If you are into action-sports (motor racing, skydiving, snowboarding, etc.) a simple tapeless model like a GoPro Hero or ContourHD helmet cam would be half the cost of a DSLR, and better-suited to the application.

Decide WHAT you are going to shoot, and then pick the gear that's best for that type of shooting. A golfer won't go out on a course with just one club in his bag; and he certainly wouldn't try to putt with a driver, or hit a long fairway shot with a putter!

hope this helps,
--Dennis C.
 

What Is The Cheapest Camera That Shoots 1080 @ 60 FPS?

Dopey

Preferably under $500 US. I want to use it for Twixtor slow-motion. I already have a Canon EOS 1100D but it only shoots 720 @ 30 FPS. It doesn't worry me if it's a normal video camera or a DSLR. Thanks In Advance :)

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Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-HX200V
1080p @ 60fps Price: $483

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150
1080p @ 60fps Price: $509

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7
1080p @ 60fps Price: $600

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What DSLR brand do you recommend to shot High quality video as well as photography?

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ozherr

I am new with DSLR Cameras. The main reason i want to get a DSLR is because of the video quality and the depth-of-field they provide. I have been looking around and since I am not too familiar with this cameras I am asking for some advice. I don't want to spend more then $1000.00 US Dollars. Hope to hear your advice, Thanks!

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Good starting point would be a Nikon D3100 or a Canon T3. Also look at Sony and Pentax - I don't know the models for these.

Try each one and get the one you like best - they all produce fantastic results in the right hands..

What kind of digital camera should I get?

Marie

I'm a student photographer trying to decide between the Olympus E-PL1 DSLR camera and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 digital camera. They both cost relatively the same price, so that's not really what I'm worried about. Does the fact that it's a DSLR give the Olympus an advantage? Which one has better performance, image quality, and video quality? What are some opinions anyone has on either camera as to why I should/shouldn't buy one or the other? Thanks!

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Yes, the DSLR has the advantage. You can have full control of it and you can change its lens.

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What is similar to the Panasonic FX3?

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Wendy

My Panasonic FX3 just broke down and I want to get one that is similar. Do you have any suggestions for me?

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Hi Weez!
I suggest you this one at a cool price!
Hope it's help.

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pls help me choosing a multi-touch laptop with nvidia gfx card?

Declus L.

I need to buy a multi-touch screen enabled laptop; because of apps im using, i also need it ships with a nv gfx card (> GF310M).
The laptop should not be too heavy.

Can you offer me some suggestions?

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*500 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) with an impact sensor that helps safeguard your data by "parking" the hard drive heads in the event of a drop or sudden movement. (Learn more)
*4 GB of RAM (800 MHz; upgradeable to 8 GB) offers exceptional overall performance, plus the added power you need for high-end 3D gaming, graphic and other design programs, or seamless multitasking.
*NVIDIA GeForce G210M graphics with 256 MB of dedicated video RAM and up to 2013 MB of dynamically shared memory allocated by the system (Learn more)
*8x SuperMulti DVD drive with double layer support and Labelflash printing (See speeds)
*1.3 megapixel with Face Recognition capabilities for added security (Learn more)
*Sleep-and-Charge USB port allows you to charge your mobile phone and other devices even when the notebook is asleep or off.
*Touch pad with multitouch control gives you a whole new dimension of freedom--the ability to pinch, swipe or rotate images on the display screen with the brush of your fingers.
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Is it normal to feel a bit awkward when you first get your DSLR and carrying it around for the first?

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T

time for taking pictures? Also, what can help with that feeling?
You know, carrying it outside around your neck with the strap for the first time.

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I don't use any type of strap around my neck or body, and I sure would not use the strap that comes with cameras with the huge brand name on the strap.

I use a strong Op Tech wrist strap and many times people will never even see you have a camera. Of course, when not shooting, you basically have to function one handed, but I still prefer it to having that camera hanging on me.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/542422-REG/OP_TECH_USA_6701062_SLR_Wrist_Strap_Black.html

steve

Will a camera without live view have to rely on autofocus ?

Elisabeth

i want a nikon d3000 , and it doesn't have live view .
so how do i make it focus on a subject ?

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It's that crazy thing you see photographers doing with their dSLRs. You know they bring their camera right to their face and look through that glass thingamabob. Now you've got several autofocus points. There will be one in smack in the middle and others sprinkled throughout the viewfinder.

so let's say you have chosen the center point to make this easy. You point the camera at a friend or object as you look through the viewfinder. Put the person or object in the center. For a Nikon you will press the shutter button gently, this is called a half press. The camera will focus, push the rest of the way and BANG! you've taken a photo.

On a Sony alpha you can do it this way, or you can choose another option called 'eye start' the camera knows when your eye is looking through the view finder and will auto focus without ever touching the shutter.

To avoid a false signal, to prevent the camera from focusing as it moves around while hanging from the camera strap as you walk around, there is a sensor on my grip (Sony A700) to confirm my hand is there. You can turn off 'eye start' and even the hand grip confirm if you wish.

Your question also shows that you need to brush up on your dSLR knowledge. There are tons of free tutorials on the web. dSLRs are not extra amazing point and shoot cameras. They are not things to buy, slap in auto mode and expect amazing photos to appear.

They are very different tools than compact point and shoots. I see people on forums and here at Yahoo answers that are stunned when they get to playing with a dSLR for the first time and things aren't working out like they planned. Take the time to learn about dSLRs and photography, from the technical, to the artistic and even the theory.

Good luck.

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What makes the biggest difference in Camera buying?

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Q. I see many 12 Megapixel Cameras for like $500 or more, and then I see 10 Megapixels for like $300. Is it that much more worth it for me to buy a 12 Megapixel camera? I need it for an Ebay business.

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mp is a misconception
go to howstuffworks.com
to find out more about it

go to ztail.com
to find out camera prices

How do I know which megapixel camera to get? A 10 or an 8?

Crystal

I've been reading reviews on some cameras and some people say just b/c a camera megapixel setting is higher doesn't mean you'll get a better picture. Is this true? I notice that some 8 megapixel cameras get really good reviews and are cheaper than the 10 megapixel cameras. The 10 megapixel cameras get really good reviews too, but are more expensive. How do I know what camera to buy?

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Pay no attention to the megapixels. Every modern camera has more than enough for anything you would want to do. In fact to many megapixels on a tiny sensor can be worse.

The biggest determiner of image quality would be the optics (lens). On point and shoot cameras I would go for the one with the most zoom. With an SLR you should get the best lens you can afford.

Next would be the analog to digital converter (the inner workings of the camera). This is how the camera takes what it sees and converts it to a digital image.

Next would be the sensor size. Point and shoot cameras have tiny sensors. SLR's have much larger sensors. As much as 15 times larger. This is why a 6mp DSLR will take a far superior photo than a 12mp point and shoot.

Finally would be the amount of mega pixels. While technically speaking the more mp the larger and more detailed you can blow up a picture. The problem comes in the size of the pixels not in how many there are. Tiny pixels generate more heat on the sensor. More heat equals more noise or grainyness to your pictures.

So I would encourage you to look at all the other features of the camera. The one that has the features you want is the camera you should get.

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What is the best cell phones in america?

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Lengend

I want to get a cell phone and I don't no which cell phone to choose. I want a great phone like the Razr v3. Please help. Anyone who has the best answer really gets the 10 points.

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razr v3 is nice, has mp3 ringer and mpeg4 video playback. the camera though is only vga which means about 0.6 megapixel.
if that aint matter then razr v3 is a good buy. if you really want the best then go for motorola z12 or nokia n95. hope i help!

What cingular phone is the best in your opinion?

Shanequa

I have cingular. And i need a new phone. Just wanting the opinion of anyone who has a cingular phone that they really like and why?

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I just answered another question like this, so we'll do it again!

First off it depends on the kind of phone you want. So lets start simple.

If you're only interested in the basics i would probably suggest the nokia 6126. Very simple basic flip phone that has a button on the side to auto-open. Kinda cool. It does have bluetooth and will hold a microSD up to 2 gig. Also it does have a basic vga camera, and you can use the music on your card as ringtones.

If you want a little more, i'd say check out the Samsung A517 (Lion) nice sporty flip phone, all the stats that the nokia has, but its got a 1.3 mega pixel camera.

For the slider style phone, i'd recommend the Sony w580. Cool slide phone comes in multiple colors and comes with everything in the box, headphones, memory card and everything. Bearing a 2 MP camera with zoom and video capabilities, its something a little different.

Lets get into the big boys now.

If you want something with a, "my phone does everything" style, check these out.

First off, HTC Tilt is a new pocket pc (PPC) that is armed to the teeth. Full touch screen running windows mobile 6, its equipped with word mobile, excel mobile, powerpoint moble internet explorer 7, windows media player 10, a full slide out QWERTY keyboard, and the ability to do just about every cool thing you can think of. Its extremely flexible, and everything can be customized on it. Neat little things about this one include a full 3 megapixel camera, ability to store a 4gig microSD card, and the coolest thing ever, a full tilting screen so you can really use it like a laptop. Quite possibly one of the coolest phones i've ever seen. Oh, did i mention it has Wi-Fi? Yeah, thats right... Wi-Fi...

Of course if you're not quite wanting to go that far you can do something like the Blackjack. Not quite as powerful as the Tilt, it still has the Windows Mobile 5 OS, and works pretty good. This one is more of a blackberry style phone with the full keyboard on the front. It does take advantage of a click wheel on the side of the phone to make navigation easier. 1.3 megapixel camera and a memory card capacity of 2 gig make this phone a good first PDA phone.

I'll end on the newest addition of Smartphones (PPC and regular phone combined). The Pantech Duo. The Duo supplies you with a Dual-Slide, Dual-Keyboard Windows Mobile 6 all out assult. I cant even begin to get into what all this one can do so i'll say go to www.phonescoop.com and find it. You really do have to see this one for yourself.

Hope this helps you out!

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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!

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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
MysteriousMadison.com
Author Mysterious Madison â Unsolved Crimes, Strange Creatures & Bizarre Happenstance
W-Files.com
Online since 1997
ufoNewMexico.com
ufoIllinois.com
ufoMinnesota.com
ufoIowa.com
ufoSouthDakota.com
HowToBeAGhostHunter.com

BIO:
Noah Voss may be best known for advancing the use of scientific equipment during investigations into reports of the paranormal. Through GetGhostGear.com, he was first in the world to exclusively offer paranormal investigating equipment for sale in an online store. Noah keeps busy running his numerous websites such as W-Files.com online since 1997.

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?

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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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What is a good camera for a 13-year old girl that is affordable?

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scooter

I am a 13-year old girl who really needs a new digital camera
my other one has a bad screen
so i was wondering what is a good digital camera for a 13-year old that is affordable
any answer will be appreciated
i already have a kodak easyshare c613 6.1 mega pixels

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Okay, first off- don't listen to the idiot who thinks this camera doesn't totally kick ass. They don't know how to take full advantage of this canon masterpiece.

It comes in several colors, it's small, sleek, sexy, lightweight, 10MP! (which is plenty enough. trust me. any higher and you're just throwing your money away), long battery life (I went to italy for a month and snapped over 200 pictures before it showed low battery), takes awesome pictures (so sharp-even with motion, and looks even better on your computer), and it's easy to use. Comon, WHY ARE YOU STILL READING THIS?! BUY ONE ALREADY!

For people who aren't intersted in switching modes for everything, It's as simple as this... Use the Auto mode (The small button, pushed to the top) when its very dark and you need a flash, like in a bar/club or outside patio Yatzee! tournament(hey whatever floats your boat). Use the Manual mode (The small button, centered) when it's in the afternoon, like at a soccer game or something, and you don't want a flash. That's it. Now if you want to take advantage of all the modes this camera has to offer.... READ THE BLOODY MANUAL.

Don't complain that this canon1200 hasn't impressed you over your outdated canon110 when the truth is- YOU DONT KNOW HOW TO USE ONE!

FINAL THOUGHT: Buy this camera for your daughter, sister, mother, friend, wife- WHOEVER. Just get it while the price is nice and low. As soon as an undisclosed number of these are sold- The price will jump high. Most likely into the 250s or low 300s. Think I'm lying? Look at the prior models. They cost almost a third more than this one. It will surely jump in price, and you don't want to be the one guy that was like, man, i should have listened to that kid and bought one while it was so low. SO BUY IT NOW.

Canon PowerShot SD1200IS
10.0-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for prints up to 13 x 19 inches
3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch PureColor LCD II screen
DIGIC 4 Image Processor with evolved Face Detection Technology; Face Detection Self-timer
Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings
Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus

Which is a better buy Nintendo 3DS or a good camera with or higher than 14Megapixels?

Rona

I'm saving to buy one of these two items on December of next year. Please help me to decide. I love gaming but I love photography too.

Answer
You should get a 3DS! Although it's camera isn't as good as the 14 Megapixel camera you mentioned, it does have the ability to let you view photos in 3D while a regular camera cannot!

Also, it has much more functions and Nintendo is announcing a system update around November that allows you to record videos with your 3DS!

Another thing to note is that the camera has a bunch of fun effects! I've had so much fun using the sparkle effect from using it.

The 3DS itself has much more functions than a regular camera as well and it can all be bought for around $170 dollars while high megapixel cameras cost a bit more.

-My sister has a camera and I have a 3DS. I use the 3DS way more than my sister's use of her camera. Just saying :)

Hope this helps!

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Can an ipod touch 4g handle every single app like the iphone 4g?

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zapface

im interested in buying an apple touch screen but dont need a phone or high mp camera. i wanted to know if there are any limitations within the ipod touch when it comes to say gaming apps. is it just as good as the i phone?

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The new iphone 4 uses the same processor as the Ipad, but it is tuned down a bit to save battery life (and its still fast!). One would assume the new touch uses the same chip, maybe not all of the RAM the iphone has tho, but I dont think youd notice a difference in performance. If I were you I'd wait a few more paychecks and save up for an IPAD, it really is worth it because you get so much more enjoyment/entertainment out of playing the exact same apps your touch would have but on a bigger screen. And it is more powerful and can do more down the line. And no I do not work for apple! :)

Does MegaPixels offer the best quilty in photos?

Rico

Lets say you have two photos, they are the same photos. one is a 13.1 MP and the other is shot with a 24.6 MP camera. Will the high MP camera offer the best quality? If not, what offers the high quality that makes photos look like glass, HD, the best of the best?

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Actually, Dude With The Hair is correct. The short answer is yes. All other factors being the same, the higher res image will be better.

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what is the best camera phone?

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Toffee

functions i need are megapixel camera, flashlight, and video recorder. i prefer nokia phones to others but the cheaper the better for me. so if u know any phone which is cheap and satisfies these criteria please let me know. thanx!

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Hey get a Motorlola Razr with a new contract at Cingular it may cost around 40 to 50 dollars I saw it in Walmart.

What is the best photo camera at the moment?

npa_zee

I have no idea about cameras, but I was just curious as to what the best camera is.

I am looking to upgrade my current camera, I probably won't be able to buy the best camera, although I will definitely take inspiration from people's opinions.

Thanks.

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Sorry, the Nokia Lumia 808 and 1025 do NOT have a 41 megapixel imaging sensor.

They have 41 million photo sites, which by itself is a useless specification. A technique called "Sensor Binning" is used on these cameras which combines the photo sites into a matrix which effectively results in 5 megapixel photos.

The 41 megapixel claim is just a marketing ploy to fool the unaware person into thinking they are getting something they are not.

Smartphones, including the Nokias are not anywhere near "best" in the camera world. They are over bloated junk.

Cameras range from $100 or so all the way up to $40,000 and more. The best camera is not necessarily the most expensive - it should rather be the best for you.

If you can come up with a budget, desired features, how you plan on using it, form factor, etc. then the best camera for you will be a lot closer than a $40,000 Hasselblad.

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This is a question for all you Pro Photographers..What camera would you suggest to me if i wanted to take port?

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Wela M

My dream is to become a Professional photographer and I need to buy me a camera..What camera would you suggest to me if i wanted to take portrait photos ( i also need a cheap camera that works fantastic )

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I have the Nikon D40 DSLR Camera. I like this camera and have NEVER had a problem with it. Nikon lens are superior to Canon. You should also consider a 4GB SDHC memory card to go with the camera.

You need to get the Nikon D40 DSLR Camera when its on special/package deal. The package deal includes the 55mm-200mm lens in addition to the standard 18mm-55mm lens as well as free instructional DVD'(s) and free camera bag.

Look at any camera and.or electronic stores where you live. Try BestBuy too.

Nikon D40 with 18mm-55mm lens: $500 with $50 instant coupon (coupon applied in store) + $100 for 55mm-200mm lens = total (about) $550 + tax

55mm-200mm lens normally costs $200.

You should be sure to check (before walking out of the store) that all the cables and accessories including battery, battery charger (and battery charger AC power cable), USB cable, 55mm-200mm lens (if you buy the special), Nikon camera software & manual booklet are included when you buy it. I also recommend that you also buy two 52mm UV Protection Filters (1 for each lens).

Enjoy

PS: I'm not sure if the camera is still available in stores or just online.

What are some good quality point and shoot cameras?

.

I'm looking to buy a point and shoot that takes very good quality photos but doesn't have any of those extra features and stuff on them that jacks up the prices. For example, I don't care much for wi-fi connectivity on my camera. I simply want something that will take good quality photos for a good price.

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Cameras are more readily available and varied than ever before. Standard digital cameras, professional DSLR cameras and children's digital cameras â the available options fit many needs and uses. For beginners less concerned with manual controls and more interested in ease of use, point and shoot cameras fit a wide range of needs without forcing you to prepare for every shot.
The best point and shoot digital cameras are small and ready to use. Most of them come with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, so you'll never have to deal with changing batteries. Today's best fast-draw digital cameras combine high-quality pictures with HD video recording. What sets point and shoot cameras apart from other compact digital cameras is their ability to teach you more advanced techniques. With a wide range of features and capabilities crammed into its tiny package, a point and shoot camera offers great all-around usage for anyone.
We compiled the best of the best point and shoot cameras. Many of their differences are subtle, but we were able to find the top-performing cameras. To get a better idea of what to look for or fun projects you can tackle with your camera, I am impressed with all of the cameras that I reviewed, but three stand above the rest: Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR, Samsung MV900F and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS.

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Where are we now in photography?

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jrgwesljs

where we are now in photography..
and where we've been,thinking back on the origins of photography,
where photography is going?
What do you guys think??

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Here's my perspective, as a very, very casual photographer:

Photography is growing with digital innovation. In the old days of film, you had to do a lot of preparation before taking a good photo (unless you're lucky). You had to make sure all your settings were correct, and then take a picture through the viewfinder that may or may not resemble the final result. Underexposed and overexposed photos used to drive me nuts. Digital cameras are a bit more automated, so I guess there is a shift from setting everything manually to only making manual adjustments where necessary.

Then there's photo editing. Photography is a lot less instantaneous now. On one hand, you can fix photos to look better and to achieve certain effects. You can also print, share, delete, and so on faster. On the other hand, it makes photography less exciting because you won't get surprisingly good/bad results after developing the film. There's something about the risk/reward thing that was satisfying.

The future:
- Lytro's camera that can focus anywhere AFTER taking the picture
http://www.lytro.com

- using high megapixel counts to reduce noise and avoid losing picture quality with digital zoom
http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/news/2012/03/innovation-or-hype-ars-examines-nokias-41-megapixel-smartphone-camerainnovation-or-hype-ars-examines-nokias-41-megapixel-smartphone-camera.ars

- letting users rewind an image to avoid blinking people or to capture the best moment
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5EcUjwLr9k

What is a good DSLR camera under $700?

ross

Looking to upgrade from a Nikon D40 that was stolen. I'm not as interested in extra features like video as I am in picture quality. Ideally but not necessarily with a lens.

I loved my D40. It was my first DSLR. I barely took it off manual mode. I was sort of outgrowing the megapixels and limited ISO range but it was great.

Some solid advice would be greatly appreciated!

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Be bold! if you don't have a lot invested in Nikon glass, take a look at the Sony A57 for 699, body only.

http://www.youtube.com/leanback#watch/vC5rKPlgXSU?listId=SRAsony%20a57&index=1

One thing you mention about video, you don't really have a choice. If you buy a new 2011 or 2012 model dSLR or dSLT camera, it will most likely have video. This does not affect stills quality, so it's just not an issue.

Nikon just announced the new D3200 camera. All Nikon dSLRs use Sony image sensors, and this one was taken from the Sony A65 and A77. A good sensor, but not great in low light, part of the problem is too many pixels (24 megapixels). So if you stick with Nikon, know that going in, also like all the entry level Nikons, it still has no auto focus motor, not an issue until you buy a lens with no motor.

So while the image quality at high ISO got better after the D40 with the D3000, and D3100, I suspect that Nikon took a step backward at high ISO with the D3200 despite that fact that Nikon does a good job with handling Sony image sensors, they can't change the laws of physics.

For better ISO performance, it might be better to go with a D3100 or D5100 or wait and see what Nikon does with the d5100 replacement.

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What is the size of printout you can get from a 2 megapixel camera?

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Understate

For a 2 megapixel camera , what is the size of photo can you get ?
Similarily , what about a 3 megapixel camera, 5 megapixel camera
and so on ?

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You can get any size of printoutfrom these cameras (in theory). In practice it is a question of quality. Assuming that your printout has a ratio of 10/15 and the pixel size is P, the pixels ler line that you will get is sqrt(15/10 x P). To get a good print this should be at least 200 pixels per inch. For 2 megapixels, this means about 1700 pixels or 8.5 inces, for 3 megapixels 2120 pxiles or 10.5 inces, for 2700 pixles or 14 inches. Note that in practice, godd printing softwares will extrapolate actual camera pictures and eventually allow for good prints at larger sizes. In addition the quality of the actual image will have an impact on how a print will look like, i.e. a 2m picture from an expensive professional digital camera will look much better than the same picture from a cheap mobile camera at the same size, simply because of the quality of the image captured.

How many megapixel camera should I get for a Digital Media Course?

Natalia

I'm starting a course in three weeks time that is basically all digital stuff: including photography. I would like to take the photography path as we were told to choose between game development (not very good with writing programs) and photography.
So should I get a 14 megapixel, 16 megapixel or 20 megapixel camera (I had a look an I'm quite keen on the Samsung Smart Camera 16 megapixel camera but I first wanted to ask how many megapixel camera I should get.)

Thanks in advance!

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Zero mega pixels is just about right. YES, I am kidding, but I am just trying to drive home the point that mega pixels do not matter any more! All cameras produced for the last several years have enough mega pixels to produce great quality prints. BUT you must always set you camera for MAXIMUM RESOLUTION. How do you do this? With most cameras you enter the "menu" function and scroll through until you come to the "pixel" setting. ALWAYS set you camera for greatest number of pixels and leave it there! But you want small files for email etc. You should get your yourself a small program for your computer, where you can save your picture for email (using a slightly different name of course).

More important is the length of the zoom lens. You want at a minimum a camera with 5x optical zoom lens. A camera with a 3x zoom lens is useless, and you will wish you had at least a 5x with in a couple of months. You didn't mention a budget for this purchase so it is hard to make a recommendation. Samsung are ok cameras. But Canon, Fuji, Nikon, Pentax are really the names to strive for!

P.S. You said nothing about a DSLR, Digital SIngle Lens Reflex camera like someone else recommended. That is like buying a ladder with 5 of the 6 rungs remove! Too much camera for your level at this point.

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