What is a good quality digital camera for blogging?

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Iscariot

I'm looking for a nice digital camera under or around $200 for the purpose of blogging (as in wordpress, blogger, etc). I'm trying to get a blog which will be based around the daily photos I take despite the fact that I'm not really a photographer but only doing it for fun. Any cool features like video would also be great but mainly I'm just looking for something I can take quality pictures, and that will hopefully hide my total amateur abilities.

Thanks guys!

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anything 3.2 megapixels or higher will suffice. optical zoom is better than digital zoom.

Better image quality by reducing megapixels on a single shot?

Krisztian

I own a p&s camera. Many of us know, these type of cams have a small sensor, usually 1/1.8 in. The sensor size hasn't varied on many years: starting with 2MP cameras all over the nowawdays 18MP, so, evidently, you can't expect the same image quality jamming more megapixels into the same sensor size.

My camera (Canon SX30) is capable of taking 14MP images, and many reviews state that it has a poor image quality.

So, under any photographers experience: Will I get better images by lowering the picture size? Every camera let you choose the image size: Mine is always at S2, which means shots between 5-to-7MP. Large enough for 13x18 printings and such.

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actually, the 1/1.6, 1.7 and 1.8 sensors are rare, they are only used top end compacts. For the price camera makers ask for them, they are not a good value. 1/2.3 and smaller are more common only because this is how camera makers cheat to get those big zoom numbers. your canon uses the smaller 1/2.3 sensor, it's very tiny.

Reducing the pixel count or image size may hide some noise, but you could achieve the same effect by downsizing the full res images yourself.

you will see no improvement because the image sensor is still small, packed with too many pixels that are far too small. Fuji has experimented with pixel binning and it helps with noise, but it's still just a band-aid.

Do not choose a smaller image size. regardless of what camera you have, shoot at the full resolution, and at the highest quality setting. If you have the option, shoot RAW, I don't think cameras like yours can shoot in RAW format. reduce image size and perform noise reduction yourself if needed.

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How many megapixels do I need to print really big?

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Sam

I'm talking like huge. You know when you go in fancy restaurants and they have photographs for sale that are like a couple grand, like that. I'm guessing maybe 6 ft long and 4 feet tall. To get those huge prints without any image quality loss such as noise and stuff like that, would I need a Canon 1Ds with 21 mega pixels? Or would a 12 mega pixel Nikon D3 or D300 work for that?

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Well, Thom Hogan has a chart here:
http://www.bythom.com/printsizes.htm

A Canon 5DMarkII is probably the best high resolution camera, due to its (relatively) low price and excellent performance.

Also, might want to consider large format film. Well scanned, they can easily push 100 megapixels, and the basic supplies and cameras aren't very much more than a 5DMkII and a few lenses should cost.

How many pics can a 4 GB in a SD card hold?

jenna

I want to find a chart with how many megapixels per pic vs GB. I have a 14 meg camera and want to know how many pics will each GB hold. I am thinking about getting an 8 GB.

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There is a chart specific to your camera in your owners manual.

That is the only way to figure out the capacity of your 4 GB card. It is not just the pixel count on the cameras sensor, but also the resolution you have the camera set and if you are shooting both RAW and JPEG image files and the quality of the JPEG's

What ever card size is listed, just do the math.

My 12 MP sensored camera with a 4 GB card holds 109 images (I shoot RAW + JPEG fine), the 8 GB; 213

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What is the best camera lens for astrophotography?

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Eikwoa Riv

I want to buy a camera kit and use it for astrophotography. My budget is around $1,000 Australian dollars for the actual camera body.

What are the best cameras, lenses and tripods you would recommend for astrophotography without using a telescope?

First I would like to start with planets, and then try nebulae.

And also, are there any specific brands that are best for this, and why?

Thanks for any advice :)

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Most astrophotographers lean towards Canon DSLRs, though for serious astrophotography these need to be modified. I've recently bought a Rebel XT, which I think will do for my purposes.

Planets are too small to be photographed without a fairly powerful astronomical telescope, needing at least 2000 mm focal length. Deep sky objects can be photographed using any lens, depending on their size. Single focal lengths prefered over zooms. The Nikon 180mm is highly regarded by many astrophotographers; you can buy an adapter to use it on a Canon body.

Unless you're content with star trails, you will need some sort of powered mount in order to track the sky as the Earth rotates; you can build a simple "barn door tracker" yourself, A serious equatorial mount will cost you at least a thousand dollars.

Astrophotography is by far the most expensive and technically difficult aspect of amateur astronomy. I'd strongly recommend doing some reading before venturing any further. Terence Dickinson's books, NightWatch and Backyard Astronomer's Guide, both have good sections on astrophotography (be sure to get the latest editions for digital camera coverage), as is Michael Covington's book.

[Edit] Nobody is using 35mm astronomically nowadays; digital is the only way to go. Astrophotography is difficult enough to learn, without tying yourself to slow and obsolete technology.

What are some good sites to learn about DSLR cameras ?

Kevin L

Hello I will be in the market to buy a decent quality DSLR camera. I know analog cameras but digital is a whole new and different thing to learn. Prefer to spend less than a grand but if it really makes a huge difference in picture quality then I will possibly spend more. Are any of these cheaper DSLRs worth the money ? Is Nikon or Canon making some of the better DSLR's or is it some new kids on the block. Leica sounds like its over priced for what they are ? Full frame or not ? I would also like to learn how to use a digital camera since its a completely different way of shooting pictures. My understanding is F stop, and shutter speed doesnt effect the picture the same way a analog camera does ? Many questions as you can see lol. So Im in need of some good resources to or even magazines or books that are really good.

Thank you
Kevin

I will be shooting mostly Macro, and static nature scenes. Will i need two lens's to get the right effects or is there one size lens I can pretty much do everything ? Thanks again for your help

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Pop into a local library and have a read at some of the Photography books, you'll get a wide range of information about equipment and techniques.

I tend not to recommend internet websites as they can be a bit 'hit and miss' with information and sometimes difficult to confirm how accurate it actually is, a good 'photo guide' book will have all the latest websites listed.

Canon, Nikon, Pentax and Sony all make decent cameras, you will prefer one Brand to another, some cameras might feel too big or too small in your hands, some just don't feel right at all.

A wide angle to mid telephoto lens would be my recommendation, other people will advise something different - A 18-105mm lens with macro is a very good starting point.

It's really good advice to get familiar with your local camera retailer, don't be afraid to ask questions, this will give you a chance to 'hold' the equipment to see if its a 'good fit'

P.S. Leica is the Rolls Royce of cameras, all photographers would like to have at least one..!

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What is a good camera with a high DPI resolution?

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Q. I currently have an old 1.5 megapixel camera, and the images have poor DPI resolutions. I have picked up photography as a hobby, but would like more professional resolution photos (finding subjects and setting up the shots hasn't been the problem). I am looking for something affordable, because the Canon Rebel XTi, is WAY out of my price range.

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The only place you will see DPI is when you shoot and save your images as JPEG's. Each camera company sets this in the cameras firmware. You cannot change that.

That said, you will see soon enough that only DSLR camera bodies will give you the quality images you wish to achieve. So, rather than be frustrated for the years it will take you to save your pennies for a DSLR, look on craigslist for used DSLR cameras ... Nikon and Canon have the most entry level cameras to choose from ... and many come with lenses.

How many pictures can a 32mb memory card hold on a 12.1 megapixel camera?

I have a canon elph and i have a 32 mb memory card, how many can that hold on my 12.1 megapixel camera.

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Depends on how you set the resolution. Probably 20 or less. Sweep up around the safe and spend a few bucks on an SD card. You can get a couple gig for less than $10 these days.

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whats the best way to take a Dslr camera up snowboarding.?

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Tommy

im into the whole photograpy thing and i snowboard. i carry a backpack with me. Any tips on building like a box or something that i could put the camera in that is almost indistructable and that won't let melted snow in it or something like that.
idk what should i do?

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Just put it on the regular tripod in a safe spot and then you could put it into one of those underwater waterproof cases.

How do I put my Olympus underwater camera on black and white?

Sarina K

It's yellow and it's shockproof and underwater and i only figured out how to put a picture as black and white after i take the picture. I wanna know how to do it when I take the picture. ? please and thank you:]

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For the best black and white quality, wait until you get home and use your photo program to desaturate the image and then use the levels tool to tune-up the image.

Converting a RGB file into a black and white image provides about three times the quality you can expect by using the "monochrome" setting on any camera, whether is is a $250 P&S or $8,000 DSLR. Making more controlled adjustments on your computer will provide you with both an excellent colour images and an amazing black and white one too ... as long as you remember to save the adjusted image to a new file name.

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What is a good camera for recording concerts?

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Brooke

I want a regular digital camera that I can use in daily life. I have one now that records videos and sound, but the sound is incredibly screechy when the symbols are played. I want a camera that doesn't rob my bank account and has a good picture with great sound. Also, I want the camera to be able to take good shots without flash. Thanks!
I'm just looking for something simple for a teenager to go to the local venue and record a show for a band, nothing super super fancy.

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Unless you are very close to the stage or have press access, you have very little chance of getting quality pictures. Point-and-shoot cameras just don't have enough power to capture in distance and low light. DSLRs, if ever permitted, will be too heavy to keep steady with all the people dancing around you.

Your best chance is to get a camera with the highest ISO rating (3200 or higher), large flash and powered by AA batteries. Load the camera with Energizer Lithiums and bring extras. At the concert, set to the higest ISO, set to low light or flash mode and keep very still as hard as you can. Try to shoot when the people on stage don't move too much and there is plenty of light flooding the stage. Don't forget to bring extra memory cards too.

Good luck with your camera hunting and enjoy the concert.

What is a good quality camera, but not big in size?

Rachel

I want a camera that takes clear shots. But I mainly don't want a camera that too big to carry around.

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Nikon D3100
http://dslr.bz/nikon-d3100/

Nikon D3100 Key Features:-
(+) 14.2 megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor
(+) 3.0" LCD monitor (230,000 dots)
(+) Image sensor cleaning (sensor shake)
(+) 11 AF points (with 3D tracking)
(+) IS0 100-3200 range (12,800 expanded)
(+) HD movies (1080p, 720p or WVGA)

Nikon D3100
http://dslr.bz/nikon-d3100/

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Does digital cable produce a better picture on an HDTV vs. a standard television? (no HD package)?

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BDS

With digital cable service, would the connection to an HDTV provide a better picture than if it was hooked up to a standard def tv? I am referring to just regular digital cable, not the HD package.

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It depends.

Case 1, Widescreen Movie; An HDTV is better suited for widescreen because of the aspect ratio - the black bars at the top and bottom (for 1.85:1 and 2.35:1) will be much less apparent on an HDTV set.
Case 2, Screen Size; An HDTV set usually is larger than a standard def set so without a higher resolution image (from HD) the picture will appear worse. This is similar to megapixels on a camera; you can get by with a 4x6 print with a few megapixels, but when you blow up the image you see all the block detail from the pixels.

Anyway, I know of no regulations on the cable or satellite industries to control quality of digital broadcast. There are standards for signal level and quality for analog broadcasts. The industries compress the video content using digital compression techniques and fit more content on for you to enjoy.

Analog is probably a better quality, but an HD set is good to have for several reasons especially if you feed it HD content.

Digital SLR pixels vs. regular digital pixels?

Qwerty

Ok, so I'm thinking about upgrading to a digital SLR camera from my 10megapixel bridge camera, and I was looking at getting the Nikon D40, but it's only 6.1 megapixel. Will this make a big difference in terms of image quality, or will the larger CCD make up for it somehow? Please explain how it works.

Thanks in advance

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Mega pixels is basically a myth. More is not necessarily better. What matters far more is the size of the pixels. The sensors on most DSLR's are nearly 15 times larger than the sensors on point and shoot cameras. Therefore the pixels are 15 times larger. Larger pixels deliver better detail and less noise than smaller ones. Point and shoot camera with tiny sensors packed with lots of pixels actually generate more heat and noise than they would if they had fewer pixels.

Enough about pixels and sensors. The image quality of even the cheapest DSLR will be far greater than even the best point and shoot. The reasons are that DSLR's have much better optics, much larger sensors, better faster processors and much better analog to digital converters.

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Is there a way to take pictures off my Motorola L6 without reducing the size or quality?

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Q. I have the latest version of motorola phone tools but when i take pictures off of my Motorola L6 phone it reduces the size to the size of my L6 screen and it reduces the quality etc. so basically I'm wasting the 1.3 megapixel camera i have on there. PLEASE someone tell me if there is another way to do it whilst retaining all of the quality and size.

Please just serious answer!! I don't want people saying that they don't know because that is just a waste of my time.

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i'm sorry.. unfortunately you cant..

What kind of zoom does a good camera have?

theann

I found a pocket camcorder/camera that has a zoom of x4. Is that good? I don't really understand that. What kind of zoom should a good camera have? I mean, on black friday it is only 20 dollars, so i'm sure that isn't the greatest, but is it even worth that much? It is a 1.3 megapixel camera. What would be a good zoom for a camera?

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4x refers to how far it can zoom in. Like when you see 4x on binoculars and rifle scopes it it means they have a magnification of four times. That being said, the magnification dosen't really translate into quality. If you want good quality look for and 'optical' zoom. That means it won't loose quality when you zoom in. If you get a digital zoom, then the closer you zoom in the crappier the quality gets. Being that it's a 20 dollar pocket camcorder, it most likely had digital zoom. but for 20 dollars, you can't complain. lol

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Whats the best RLS camera under 800 dollars on the market today?

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surfthelig

I recently found out RLS cameras are professional camers and I've been looking for a good one ever since.By the way what exactly are RLS cameras.Thanks

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I think you mean SLR cameras. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. What it means is that when you look through the viewfinder, you're seeing the image as it will be when taken. There's a mirror in there that flips up when you take the picture. Digital SLRs can take superior pictures to regular point and shoot cameras. The main ones in the price range that you reference are the Canon Eos Digital Rebel XTi, the Nikon D40x or Nikon D80, the Sony DSLR-a100 or a700, or Olympus E-510. www.DPreview.com is an excellent resource for learning about these kind of cameras.

What camera comes close to the D90 that is under 1200 dollars and is a nikon?

kevj316

Hello, I have a question about a camera. My girlfriend wants the Nikon D90 but it is out of my price range. (i been seeing it for around $1200) She loves the brand Nikon so what do you think is the next best camera under 1200 that is like the D90? Thanks

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First of all, the D90 is an awesome camera. I just upgraded from a D40 and it was well worth the $ spent.

Having said that, hands down I probably got the best deal possible. I bought a refurbished/used model from bhphoto.com for only $679 - NOTE: this is a body only. I have plenty of Nikon lenses so I didn't need to buy a kit. And the refurbished camera was in amazing condition - seriously I look at it and honestly believe it has never been touched by another human being - it's in perfect condition. Bhphoto does not keep these in stock, basically you have to be lucky and get on their website when they have a camera ready to ship.

If you are buying the body only you can get new D90's for around $800. Again, you'll need to get a lens to actually use it but you can get a 50mm f1.8 for around $100 and it's a great lens. The next Model down on NIkon's ineup is the D60, I believe.

Canon also has great camera's - the closest competitor from Canon would be the 40D or the 50D but I'm not sure what the prices are. For some reason it seems to me that Canon lenses and camera bodies are always less expensive than their Nikon counterparts. I'm not planning to switch to Canon, but after buying lenses and comparing prices I would consider it before making an initial investment.

I don't know much about other brands of SLR camera's but I believe that Sony, Pentax and Olympus all offer decent digital SLR's for less than either Canon or Nikon. The problem is that Canon and Nikon offer by far the largest selection of lenses (especially Nikon which still uses the same f-mount - meaning that you can technically use a lens from the 60's on your new DSLR - although it may not autofocus or meter properly).

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I need a DSLR camera for filming video. What camera and accessories should i get?

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Raymond

Hello, i am looking for a dslr camera for video. I am trying to get the video possible so right now price is not very much of a factor. Also Memory space is not a factor either. I just want hand down the best possible dslr video. If its important i am mostly filming professional snowboarding in both day time and night time situations.For me distance is not really much of a factor because i can get as close as i want.Right now i am looking at the nikon d800 mostly, but also the d7100 and the d4. I am also considering cannon but i prefer nikon. So, anyways what would be the best camera, lenses, mic and general setup including anything else necessary to get the best filming possible?

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To answer your questions would be an entire college course in motion photography, and this would not be the venue for that. But I do want to weigh in -
1. Don't pay any attention to those who say a DSLR can't do quality video. While there was a time when still cameras' video quality was sub-par, that time is largely over. Even some professional videographers are now buying higher-end DSLRs for their relatively low expense and availability of a wider selection of lenses. The market for pro dedicated video cameras is still strong, especially with newer tech like 4K and 8K beginning to take hold, but the lines are becoming more blurry every day between pro video and DSLR cameras.
2. Listen to photoace. I've been watching these questions for over 6 months now, and when I see he's answered I rarely see a point in adding anything. He is THE MAN - the only reason I'm saying anything now is to counter the naysayers, and to point out that the links photoace provided are over 3 years old, which is still in the right direction, but just needs to be said that things have progressed even further than they suggest (3 years is a long time in tech years). Here are a couple of links to current info I have found:

http://nofilmschool.com/?awt_l=OhIMk&awt_m=3jycuxSUmbBjwS7
http://www.redsharknews.com/

If you have $5-$10K to spend on low-medium end video equipment, or $15-$25K for the real pro thing, by all means go video camera (and many don't like the term "camcorder" - sounds very consumerish)
But if you want some really good gear (and don't forget the audio!) for up to $5K, you can do well with a DSLR.

What is the best dslr camera for low light?

ssgomezz

I am looking at refurbished, low end price dlsr cameras. I have used a pocket size Sony digital Cybershot for years and find I really need a better camera for low light. I take a lot of pictures indoors of animals (for cat and dog rescues). I have watched refurbished Canon, Nikon and Sony dslr cameras from 200$ to 400$ (their new prices were around 600$). I am stumped as to what is best for me-I don't need portability, and can work with any size hand grip. I just want a good camera for low light and some fast moving objects...and if I can use any of my current Sony cables etc, all the better.

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The biggest part of DSLR cameras that are good for low light is usually the lens you have on it. Have a look at the aperture of the lens(es) you will be or looking at with the camera (usually seen as the f-stop). For low light, look at lenses around the 1.4 - 2.4 range.

The better the f-stop, the faster you will also be able to take the shot.

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Is there a camera that can go underwater and above water?

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candybear

Im looking for a really good camera like a Nikon or a Canon. Ya know good semi professional cameras. Is there one that can go Under and above water. I assume if it can go under water it should work just fine out of water. Does anyone know a camera like this and how much it would cost?

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There are many good point/shoot models with water tight housing that are good to 5 or more meters - and work fine out of the water too.

I use an Olympus Stylus Tough with is good to 3 meters - All I need. (Less than $300)

I don't think the image quailty is as good as my canon DSLR, but it is good enough for the occasional wet work, cost less then the watertight housing for the DSLR and is small enough to be handy and convenient in the water snorkling, swiming or surfing.

What are some really good DSLR cameras for 350 and under?

Rebekah

I really want a nice new camera but i cant afford anything above that, so suggestions are really appreciated. Thanks! :)

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I bought Canon PowerShot D10 camera for a trip to St. Croix, US Virgin Islands. I originally acquired it to take underwater pictures, since I own a nikon D40 with a 18-200 mm lens for "landscape" type of pictures, but I got very surprised with its quality as a "general purpose" camera. It takes very balanced pictures and the settings are very flexible. Whenever I went to the beach, I preferred to take the D10 instead of the bulky SLR, and it worked flawless.

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What's the best compact camera w/ interchangeable lens?

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Juni

I'm looking to purchase a new camera for my amateur photography.
I currently use a Panasonic Lumix fz35, but I'm a bit bored of it now.
Don't want a dslr, or any 'bulky' kind of cameras.
The samsung nx210 looks appealing to me, but i'm not sure about the specs, and quality of it.

Any opinions / recommendations would be a great help to me!!
Thanks!

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Take a look at the Sony NEX cameras -NEX-F3, NEX-5N and NEX-7. Here are reviews of them:

http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/sony-nex-f3/sony-nex-f3A.HTM

http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/NEX5N/NEX5NA.HTM

http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/NEX7/NEX7A.HTM

Here are current prices from B&H - http://www.bhphotovideo.com

NEX-F3 w/18-55mm zoom, $498.00 after a $100.00 'Instant Savings' from B&H. Ends 9-29-2012.

NEX-5N w/18-55mm zoom. $498.00 after a $200.00 'Instant Savings' from B&H. Ends 9-29-2012.

NEX-7 w/18-55mm zoom, $1,268.00 after an $80.00 'Instant Savings' from B&H. Ends 9-29-2012.

The deep discounts shown on the NEX-F3 and NEX-5N (also shown on the Sony website) tells me that there are new models coming so either of these cameras is a real bargain right now.

Photographers, which is better, Nikon or Canon?

1Anonymous

I know the Canon 5D mark III is supposed to be the best camera out there and the Nikon D800 almost matches it, but I don't have 3000 dollars to spend.

So on a smaller, scale say 600-700 dollars,
would you say that the Nikon d3500 or the Canon T3 is better?
I like the 7- 9-blade diaphragm that Nikon offers opposed to the 6- 8- of Canon. But I hear that Nikon has too much magenta in their resolutions or too much yellow in the LCD.

Which has more aperture versatility and accurate shutter speed?

For outdoor/landscape, night, and long exposure photography, and natural looking portraits, which brand is better?

Any recommendations for models by each brand? Like, is it really worth it to get the T3i for such and such more dollars instead of the T3?

Thanks
Whoops- D3200

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First, repeat this 100 times: "It isn't the camera its the photographer." Any DSLR in capable hands will produce good results. Your knowledge of Light, Composition, Exposure and Depth of Field and your skill in using that knowledge will determine the quality of the results.

A DSLR doesn't have "aperture versatility". That is a function of the lens. Nikon and Canon offer a wide variety of lenses with different maximum apertures. The T3 and D3200 both come with an 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 zoom lens. Both manufacturers offer a more expensive 17-55mm f2.8 zoom as an alternative to the standard 18-55mm zoom.

Since all DSLR shutters are electronically controlled its safe to say any make and model will have an accurate shutter speed.

Most beginner photographs use the 18-55mm zoom for outdoor photography. The 18mm end of the standard 18-55mm zoom is suitable for landscapes although anyone serious about landscape photography will eventually want an even wider lens (10mm, 12mm, etc.) and a good tripod.

Natural looking portraits are a result of the photographer's skill in using good lighting and posing techniques and in knowing what lens to use. The make and model of camera is irrelevant.

Long exposure photography requires a tripod and, if done during daylight hours, a Neutral Density (ND) filter.

The Canon T3 is their most basic entry-level DSLR. The Canon T4i when fitted with one of the two available Canon STM lenses (40mm and 18-135mm) will allow for auto focus during video. The T3, T2i and T3i don't have that feature/benefit.

The Sony SLT A65 allows for continuous, full-time, phase-detect auto focus whether you're shooting still images or full 1080p HD video with any AF lens in the Sony lineup. The Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) chose the A65 as their 2012 Top DSLR - Advanced.

The Pentax K-30 has a weather-sealed body and comes with a weather-sealed 18-55mm zoom lens. This makes it usable in the rain or in very dusty conditions that would damage the comparably priced models from Sony, Canon and Nikon.

At http://www.digital-slr-guide.com you can find comparisons of various makes and models of DSLR cameras. Compare them feature by feature.

You'll also find excellent reviews at http://www.imaging-resource.com and at http://www.dpreview.com

Ignore sites that only offer user reviews.

Visit a camera store and physically handle each make and model. One will just "feel" better as you handle it. If that particular models has all the features you want then its the one to buy.

Just remember this: "It isn't the camera its the photographer." It won't matter if you pay $500.00 or $5,000.00 for a camera if you aren't knowledgeable about Light, Composition, Exposure and Depth of Field and, through practice, skilled in their use you'll get the same results regardless of how much you pay for the camera.

Spend time at these sites:

LIGHT
http://photographyknowhow.com/quality-of-light-in-photography/
http://photographyknowhow.com/direction-of-light-in-photography/

COMPOSITION
http://www.photographmad.com/pages/view/10-top-photography-composition-rules

EXPOSURE
http://www.digital-photography-school.com/learning-exposure-in-digital-photography

DEPTH of FIELD
http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/depth-of-field.htm

City skyline: http://www.flickr.com/photos/drifter45h/4048051455/ ISO 200, 100mm lens @ f11, exposure for 30 seconds.

Landscape: http://www.flickr.com/photos/drifter45h/3529681412/

Photography is an on-going, never ending learning experience.

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What is the best dslr camera for me?

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I want to purchase a new camera, and I've been looking at a dslr camera. I am interested in photography and I want a quality camera. This will be my first dslr camera and my price range is between 500-800 dollars. I'm a quick learner and I really want to buy a camera that takes amazing pictures. What should I look for when buying one? How important are megapixels? My top choices are nikon d3000 or the canon rebel xsi. Please help!
Also, is live view completely necessary?

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Hey,

You can get a good DSLR for 500-800$.
Models I recommend are:
- Canon EOS XS
- Canon EOS XSi
- Nikon D3000
- Nikon D5000

I will remove D3000, cause it doesn't have Live View. I use it when I need to check my white balance or when I photograph something still.

If you want video recording, then buy Nikon D5000 or Canon EOS T1i. I prefer the D5000.

Many megapixels are not that important, because all of these cameras have 10MP or more. More megapixels doesn't mean your photos will be sharper, better looking. They just tell you how big you can print your images while quality is still good.

I wrote an article on my blog about 'Which DSLR to buy, what's important, what's not ,megapixels, features and which models I recommend. You can read it here - http://the-digital-photographer.blogspot.com/2009/11/what-dslr-should-i-buy.html

What are all these FF55 - 200 stuff on the DSLR camera lenses?

Michael

I'm getting a DSLR camera for Christmas and I don't know what all these funky letters and numbers mean.

Thanks in advance!

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Labels, Numbers, They stand for different things.

If you just bought a DSLR you can go to the brand DSLR website and find information about such.

55-200 means that the lens has a 55-200mm focal range. Your kitlens has 18-55, in effect from a group shot to a relative thigh shot. And the 55-200mm is a lens in the tele range meaning it can pull closer for instance a bird in the trees.

Ah you can even see it in effect if you move one of the ribbed rings on the lens you see it extend a bit. Now look through the viewfinder and do it again. Hey wasn't that easy!

The other ring is for focussing, it allows you to manual focus if for instance the automatic focus doesn't cuts it [dark outside or something in the way]

What the other things mean..well that depends on brand and lens brand.

I agree with the others best is to buy a book into the basics of DSLR and read it, keep it with you and most important MAKE ALLOT OF PICTURES. The only way you can learn is through experience! And that means actual doing it.

DSLR's are great tools, but at the same time they are tools, it is the person behind the camera that makes the magic happen. Yes it offers auto modes but one of the nicest thing about the DSLR is control. You get the shot as you desire!

So buy a simple starters guide for your specific model [for instance if you own a Nikon 3100 buy a book that with pictures and easy words tell you what the buttons are for and what does what]

Then buy a book about different types of photography and well again with nice pictures inside so you can see what they mean.

Photography is an art, it is something you can almost touch, taste, feel.. but also it is a technical thing.

So just buy some basic books and actually make pictures. Learn the way get hooked on it.

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Is a 2 megapixels camera on a cell phone have good enough quality?

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Jessica

i love to take picture so i would like to have a good camera on my cell to have easy access to a camera

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2 megapixels isn't terrible high res, especially these days. I'm surprised you can find a camera with such poor resolution on the market these days.

Most smartphones (Android OS, Blackberry, iPhones, Nokia's line of phones, Windows Mobile) are pushing 5 megapixels in the mid-range, and I've seen 8 megapixel cams on some of the higher-end phones.

The real issue, though, isn't the resolution: how do you want to use the camera? If you're looking to use it for quick snapshots, it's fine. If you're looking to replace a normal camera, I'd suggest going for something with 5 megapixels.

What is the best camera in a cell phone?

Scott

Is 2 megapixel the best that they have currently?

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Currently, the highest megapixel is 5. Many cellphones already have a 5 MP camera. The example is
Nokia N82 (xenon flash,autofocus)---Carl -Zeiss lens
Nokia N95 (LED flash, autofocus) ---Carl -Zeiss lens
Nokia N95 8GB(LED flash, autofocus)---Carl -Zeiss lens
Nokia N96( Dual LED flash, autofocus)---Carl -Zeiss lens
Nokia 6220 Classic ( Xenon Flash, autofocus)---Carl -Zeiss lens
Samsung i900 Omnia, G810, G800, G600, U900 Soul, G400 Soul, F480, F490, LG KU990 Viewty, KE990 Viewty, KF750 secret, KF755 Secret, KC550, Sony Ericsson G900, K850i, C902. The only 8 megapixels cell phone announced is Sony Ericsson C905.

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What is a good heavy duty digital camera to use for field work?

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Amber

I am trying to find a new digital camera to start supplying the technicians with at work, here is what I am looking for:

-No zoom- the current cameras are kodak easy share m552, and they keep breaking due to obstructed lense. I amlookng for a camera that will not be obstructed by exposure to dust and debris.

-Atleast 10 megapixel- due to the importance and detail of these photos, the camera must have a higher megapixel. We are currently using one with 14 but I believe 10 would suffice.

-Sturdy- I can only imagine that the technicians are rough with them so it needs to be somewhat sturdy, I keep thinking of when Nextel came out with the rubber coated walkies marketed to construction workes. Something like this would be great but the true problem we have is the obstructed lense so no zoom takes priority.

-Cost- We are currently only spending around $70.00 per digital camera so anything under $120 is a must.


I would greatly appreciate any response to be as detailed as possible (model number).

Thanks.

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Unfortunately the camera you want doesn't exist at the price point you desire.

The closest I found was this one from Olympus:
http://www.getolympus.com/us/en/digitalcameras/tg-320.html On sale at the Olympus Store for $129.99. Only about $10.00 above your $120.00 budget.

Another option is this one, also from Olympus:
http://www.getolympus.com/us/en/digitalcameras/tg-310.html $179.99 at the Olympus Store.

As you can see from the specifications both are rugged cameras and should have a better chance of surviving the conditions you described.

What part of the specs should I be looking for to buy a good digital camera?

John H

ok, so I see many newsapaper ads from Best Buy and Circuit City over digital cameras running around $100.00. I don't get the megapixels thing and zoom. And some have high megapixels but to me the picture quality appears grainy. what i'm looking for is a thin sleek (if possible) camera that has excellent picture quality. Zoom so that I don't have to be so close to take a picture, and long battery life.

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You'd better off with a 5-7 megapixel for a thin/sleek pocket camera. At this point, anything higher than that would be looks grainy/noisy especially in low light condition.

Long battery life means you'll need something with lithium battery.

Zoom... how much zoom do you need? For the usual social thing, 4x optical zoom should be enough.

Anyway. It sounds to me that the Canon Powershot SD1000 will fits you great. It's slim, takes good picture, and it has quite a good battery life. It's more than $100 though, but you get what you're paying for.

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I am looking for a camera/video camera but don't know what brand to buy. Any suggestions?

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pigpen2917

I am a truck driver that goes from NC to California and would like to find a camera/video camera to take pics or videos of the stuff I see out on the road. Problem is I have no idea what brand to buy. Money is not a problem so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I am looking for something small and atleast 10 megapixels.

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I would suggest Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 10MP with 12x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3 inch LCD.It take good picture and also take HD video in "AVCHD Lite" format
allows longer recordings with breathtaking HD visual and audio quality
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QFZMCO?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001QFZMCO

How many pictures can I expect to get with a 1 Gig Memory Card with a 5 Megapixel camera?

beehave323

I just bought a PowerShot S2 IS Canon 5 Megapixel camera, I am going on a trip to Ireland next month I plan on taking many pictures. I have a 16Mb SD memory card and have ordered a 1Gig SD card and I was wondering how many pictures on average I can expect to take with the two cards and if I should invest on a new memory card as well because I do not know how available a computer will be. Thank you.

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I have a 1Gig card with a 6megapixel camera and I've gotten as many as 900 on there... but it also had about 30 minutes of video and sound on there as well... you should be pretty set between the 2 cards ! Have fun on your trip !

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What is the best DSLR Camera for a just starting out photographer?

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Sportygirl

So I'm looking into getting a DSLR camera, I have done quite a bit of photography but just with the normal digital cameras. I'm supposed to be taking some SR pictures and some sports type pictures. I've always wanted to get a DSLR camera but just haven't had the money. What are the best kinds for people looking to take more pro pictures, but I don't wanna pay a ton of money! Thanks :)

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The Nikon D3100 and the Rebel T3 are two good choices. For now, just get an 18-55 kit lens. But before buying a 600-whatver dollar camera, go to your local library and read some of the basic photography books they have.

What is the best DSLR camera for a beginner in the current market?

John

I am new to photography. What is the best affordable DSLR camera for a beginner in the current market? My budget is around $500-600.

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For the small price, Canon EOS Rebel T3 camera really packs a big punch. It was a no-brainer for me to choose Canon for my first DSLR. Every single camera I've ever owned is a Canon, and I've never been disappointed. This camera is great for the beginner photographer, and even for the more advanced photographer. It's a breeze to learn how to work all of its functions and most importantly, it delivers such amazing quality photos. The kit comes with 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 image stabilization lens. Even with a moderately wide aperture, the lens performs exceptionally well under low-light situations. I will eventually grow out of this lens, but for now it's doing well for me.

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What's a good digital camera that will take beautiful bright pictures that don't need editing ?

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baby gee <

& Also, what's Megapixels ?
If a camera has 10 MP, what does that mean ?
I want to buy a camera that has good quality ?
And I want it to be able to take videos too with sound.

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I own a Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX series camera mines is one of the older 6 megapixel's camera's but really for what I use my camera its just perfect. Clear image quality and plenty of features.

MegaPixels is a bit involved to explain. The simple answer you need to know is that the higher the amount of pixels the better the image quality when printing large photos. Generally speaking 6 megapixels cameras provide more than sufficient picture quality. And this site provides a breakdown on how MegaPixels affect picture Quality http://cameras.about.com/cs/choosingacamera/a/megapixels.htm

what is a good cheap digital camera to buy for a short vacation?

Little Bit

im going back home to miami and i wanted to buy a digital camera to take with me but dont know which i should buy.maybe something water proof would be kool.i also want it to take really good pictures.

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Well, as far as digital cameras go, it depends on what you mean by cheap. You can get a decent, compact-sized, digital camera for about $150 - $200 by major name brands such as Canon, Kodak, Nikon, and Sony.

Also, remember that more megapixels does not necessarily mean better pictures. Unless you plan to make large size prints, like larger than the standard 4 x 6 or 5 x 7 prints, you should be OK with a 5 or 6 megapixel camera.

Don't go to you electronics store and ask for the "best" camera in stock because it all really depends on your needs and whatnot.

For example, if you're a beginner, I'm not gonna recommend a high-end digital SLR with an interchangeable lens, you get me?

As far as water resistance, I know Olympus makes a nice waterproof model but not all stores carry it. All we have in my store is a disposable water-proof camera. So if you want variety, head to your local Best Buy.

Explain what you want, your price range, and level of experience with digital cameras. That'll help the salesman narrow it down to a few that fit your requirements.

Don't forget extras like batteries, a larger capacity memory card, and possibly a carrying case. A tripod comes in handy as well.

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