is a 14 megapixel camera good?

Jazz L

is a 14 megapixel a good or great quality its also 5x optical zoom and its a Kodak im becoming very interested in photo shooting and i want to know if this is the best to buy

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More important than the number of mega-pixels is the quality of the lens, the sensor/electronics etc. You'll find kodak cram in more gimmicks and unnecessary features into their cameras than anyone else, often to try to compensate for the poor build quality.

Figure out how much you can spend (stretch yourself) and buy the camera in that price area that gets the best reviews based on independent sites. If you keep to the cameras that get good reviews the odds are it will be less than 14MP and not a Kodak!

What is a good camera for a 14 year old?

�dn

I want a point and shoot camera that takes quality pictures but is still compact.
I know that your not suppose to go for high megapixel point and shoots because they are loud or something but i still want one that takes great pictures.
I like taking pictures outdoors and in and has good zoom, no digital please! Also no Kodak, i hate those.

To recap:
Good megapixel for point-and-shoot
Great picture quality
Outdoors and Indoors
Optical zoom
No Kodak

THANKS!!!
(money does matter btw, got money for christmas! :))
When i say digital i mean digital zoom, sorry! :)

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In new cameras, look for optical viewfinders (LCD invisible in bright sun) and check battery prices. High mega pixel settings take longer to process and may not be needed unless required for very large pictures or enlarging small parts of big pictures. Maximum print size for a 3 mega pixel setting is 8 x 10 inches. Click links below for more details.
http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=398&pq-locale=en_US&_requestid=2039 ...
http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/mpmyth.htm ...

Just saw this camera at Best Buy and think it is a great camera and a best buy. It has an optical viewfinder, image stabilizer, auto focus, and uses NiMH rechargeable batteries. Read as much of the following as you can for other information and help with choosing a camera.
Canon A590IS $129.99 at Staples yesterday.
http://bountii.com/deal-1523871-canon-powershot-8-0-megapixel.html ...

There is no one particular place to get great buys, but you may see something above that really helps you find the best buy. Click on the link in the information above for an example then search for your camera of choice at the upper left. Camera prices at this link change often.

While most of the cameras out there are really good, I would choose Canon over Nikon because it seems like more camera for the money. Some would say Canon withholds their best technology for high end cameras and Nikon implements their best at all levels. Before you decide, read all the text and links in the information below because it will help you know what to look for in a camera.

There are so many cameras out there it is difficult to say which is best, but digital is definitely the way to go. The second source link will be very helpful as it list most of the cameras out there with prices. The following information should help you know what to look for in a camera.

What gives a camera its picture quality?
The short answer is that it is mostly the skill of the photographer that produces high quality pictures. The lens and camera are very important, but the ability to set the scene, adjust the cameras settings, and hold the camera very still or use a tripod with auto or remote shutter actuation when required is what gets the great pictures.

Lots of great camera tips in these two links. http://www.danscamera.com/Learning/going_digital/#resolution ...
http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=38/10468/6368/333&pq-locale=en_US ...

Check this more for the money camera. FUJIFILM - FinePix 10.0-Megapixel Digital.
Life time Warranty (Parts & Labor).

Wide-angle shooting, a 12x optical zoom and picture stabilization mode combine in this camera for exceptional shooting performance, even at a distance. Plentiful scene modes, autofocus and automatic white balance controls make this camera a snap to operate. You may be able to find it on the Internet for a lower price.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8879234&type=product&productCategoryId=pcmcat152400050001&id=1212192673855 ...
http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=3514&review=fuji+finepix+s1000 ...

This could be the best slim line camera with a viewfinder. It's PINK!
http://shopping.yahoo.com/p:Sony%20Cyber-shot%20DSC-W150%2FR%20Digital%20Camera:1995337750;_ylc=X3oDMTB0bjZzaWNuBF9TAzk2NjMyOTA3BHNlYwNmZWVkBHNsawNlbGVj ...
http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=3462&review=sony+cybershot+w150 ...

The information about my camera is just to show that you don't need the biggest and best. Just know how to use the one you have.

My camera has 5.2 mega pixel, but I use 3 most of the time because it gives great results, is faster, and takes less memory. Also, it only has a 3 x optical zoom and 7 x digital zoom. I never use the digital zoom because making pictures larger works better on the computer. This is an old camera, but everyone is impressed with the quality pictures it takes ... like magic.

Check with the Geeks in several stores and compare prices. Ask what cameras they own, but don't believe everything you hear. Once you select a camera read all about it in the owner's manual. Just learned that my camera has red-eye prevention and correction. It also has adaptive lighting. You may be able to view owners manuals at this link, but will need to Login. http://www.retrevo.com/s/digital+camera ...

The source links will show most of the cameras out there with prices and help make your digital cameras work better.

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Does anybody use nione security ip 2 megapixel cctv camera?

Hatening

Does anybody use nione security ip 2 megapixel cctv camera?

http://www.nione-security.com/


http://www.nione-security.com/productsview.asp?id=180

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Someone must or the site would not still be up ~

general questions about surveillance cameras?

sam

I need the following an infrared, outdoor(weatherproof) night-vision,2-5 mega-pixel, 20-40 time zoom camera. However, There are wireless cameras, ip net-cams and cctv. Which one gives the best definition for seeing license plates and faces at night, records the most amount and at FANTASTIC quality right away? I am willing to spend around 400-600 dollars per camera.

recording quality H.246, VP8, Webm, What am I looking for? I want quality and no cost to programs to download to get the picture on my computer.

there are also numbers in front of the camera ie (950, 2400, etc) what does that number mean?

I just need a clear, great quality, outdoor, wireless prefered (doesn't have to be), cameras that works well at night, sees far, gets great picture and recordes lots. I need a system of about 4-6 cameras but I am willing to buy camera's seperate if I need better quality than most would want. I need to catch some bad guys.

Does anyone have any suggestions what cameras I should get?

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These cameras are not measured in megapixels, they are measured in line of resolution. You will need at least 500 lines of resolution, and probably more. You will also need the least amount of compression possible, which means large storage capacity for the video.

recording faces and license plates at night is not as easy as it sounds. Your IR light source acts as a flashlight, so you get glare on faces and glasses. License plates reflect that light right back at the camera, blowing out the numbers. Colors shift, what looks like a light gray jacket on your recording may actually be black, or even brown. Camera placement is important too.

One resource for all this sort of mess is at www.scdlink.com . They have cameras and DVR's and kits and all sorts of stuff.

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Which mobile phone should I buy? 10 pts for best answer!!?

S.

This is what I want in my phone:
- not very expensive (not the newest newest model)
- good megapixel camera
- bluetooth
- mp3 player
- really nice ringtones
- fun features
- nice color (pink or purple... or anything)

something nice and cute for me... please tell me the phone that you recommend and include:
- the brand (nokia, sony ericsson...)
- the model number
- the available colors
- features

Thanks in advance! Whoever give the best one will get 10 pts and I will go out and buy that phone!!!

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A good phone that is
- not very expensive (not the newest newest model)
- has a good megapixel camera
- bluetooth
- mp3 player
- really nice ringtones
- fun features
- nice color (pink or purple... or anything)


is the Nokia 5300 Xpressmusic - Lilac (purple) colored slider phone.


This phone is available through T-Mobile, has been out for about three months and comes at a final price of 99.99. It also has expandable memory via SD card. (It does come with a 1 gig card already too) The one gig memory card it comes with is actually about a 60.00 value.

Can someone who knows alot about phones please answer this question?

jphoenix91

I am having trouble desiding which phone to buy between the V3 Razr and the V3xx Razr.Can someone give me he pros and cons of each and tell me which one you would rather buy.

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the Motorola V3xx has more memory, 60 mb, has 240 x 320 pixels,microSD / TransFlash,music player,1+ megapixel,Streaming Video. The V3 has no music player, has vga camera(which sucks), 5 mb memory, no extended memory, the screen has worse resolution then v3xx.
MOTO V3xx PROS:
PROS
-Great size, shape and sleek look...easy to clean
-Beautiful QVGA screen and spacious keyboard for dialing and typing
-Decent camera quality
-Phone memory is large
-Media player
-Fast processing
-High-speed internet
-Signal strength is wonderful
-Loud earpiece with great call quality
-Useful tools, features and extras
-Customizable
Cons:
CONS
-Dim outside screen in comparison to inside
-Location of smartkeys on top hinge
-MicroSD slot located under battery cover...still, it is hot-swappable
-No recurring alarm feature
V3 PROS:
-PROs-

calls are clear and crisp (also, everyone i talk to says they can hear me clearly also)
speakerphone works well

easy to use and set up initially
customizable (ringtones and pictures to add to the "cool" effect)
CONS:
* the vibrate mode is a little wussy, but i still am able to feel when i'm getting a call in my pocket.

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What DSLR settings do I need?

Chelsea

I'm shooting an indoor track meet, mostly sprinters and jumpers.

Camera: Canon T2i , Kit lens 18-55

I'm not well versed in DSLRs at all. But the opportunity presented itself so I thought I'd give it a shot ( no pun intended).

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Had to smile at fhotoace's comment:
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You will also need to shoot at shutter speeds of 1/500th second or faster to prevent subject blur
end quote

There speaks a pro sports photographer trying to get a sharp image for publication :-)

Nothing wrong with "artistic" shots at longer shutter speed panning with the athletes and getting a sense of speed and action with controlled blurr.
Hope you are close to the action with that lens!

Need help with what camera I should get?

Rye

Im getting a camera for Christmas but I don't know wich one to get.

Let me start by saying that there is a pice range, I want to stay at 300 and under, I know its not a very big window, but I have to work with what I have.

No, im not a stupid annoying chick who wants a camera that makes it easy to take a billion cheezy pictures of myself in my mirror. I plan to go to colledge and get a visual arts dagree, my career choice is a photographer. My specialty is still life, but I want a camera good for that and takeing pictures of people (obviously). preferably one that I can change the lenses on because I already have some really nice lenses from an old film camera that I have, Im fine with the film camera but I do better with digital. What camera do you think would be best for me? and if you can. links please.

Thank You for your help.

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You cannot get a camera that allows you to change lenses for that price. DSLRs would be great if you want to go for a photography career but the price you've quoted cannot even buy the cheapest amongst DSLRs. I would suggest you get a nice bridge camera, that would be good for you, you can obviously upgrade later. The one i'd suggest is Nikon COOLPIX P500, its a little bit over your budget but its worth it. Takes great photos and full 1080p HD videos. Read this review to aid in your decision:

http://www.amazon.com/review/R3D4570G5BYDZC/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B004M8SVHU&nodeID=&linkCode=&tag=famavca-20&sourceid=md.ds

You can get a good deal for it on here:

http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-COOLPIX-P500-Wide-Angle-Red/dp/B004M8SVHU/ref=cm_rdp_product&tag=famavca-20&sourceid=md.ds

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Is it worth financing a dslr?

Melixx28

read first please :

I am a 17 year old teenager and in my senior year of high school. I work as a sales associate at Old Navy for about 8-16 hours a week. Also I babysit 2-3 times a week making $10 an hour. I would like to see if I could pay a monthly fee for 6 months to pay off my camera. I am an AP Studio Art(photography) and would love to have one of my own. Is it worth a shot?

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DSLR is too much costly so you can buy point and shoot camera which has good quality.

i suggested you a one camera which is really good and affordable to you.

Nikon Coolpix L22 12.1MP Digital Camera which is really nice

* 12.0 megapixels for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches
* 3.6x Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens (37mm to 134mm); bright 3.0-inch LCD
* Easy Auto Mode with Scene Auto Selector;
* capture 640 x 480 movies with sound at 30fps
* 3-way VR Image Stabilization System
* EXPEED Image Processing; Smart Portrait System

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords=nikon+l22&x=0&y=0&ih=1_0_0_0_0_0_0_0_0_0.2731_1&fsc=-1&tag=pntsa-20

Would it even be worth it to save up for a DSLR camera?

Okay

Yes, they're nice, take amazing quality photos, and are becoming more popular nowadays.
But, in a few years don't you think you'll be able to buy that same quality on a phone?

For some one who doesn't have the immediate finances to invest in one, and would have to save up for a year or two, and also is not looking to be a photographer, just a hobbyist, would it really be worth it to save up and buy one?

My phone already has an 8.0 megapixal camera with auto focus, and it's a year old!
In two years from now, just imagine what our phones will be able to do.

Answer
I agree that phone cameras are improving at a massive rate of knots. My wife takes some fantastic photos with her 5 megapixel phone camera when the conditions are good. Here are the areas phone cameras need to address to be be as good as today's DSLR:

No lens protection - lens get scratched and degrades
Tiny sensor - produces high noise in low light
No optical zoom - just digital zoom that pixelates and adds noise
Tiny lens - you cannot grind lenses as small as that to the precision you can with a bigger one
In built LED flash gives a pale blue palour to faces
No ability to add external flash
No ability to afix filters
Fixed aperture lens or at best 2 or 3 settings
Lack of manual exposure control for awkward lighting conditions
Too small to get a really good stable grip needed for sharp photos
No direct viewfinder just a screen that is invisible in bright sunlight

Now just imagine what our DSLRs will be able to do in 2 years - I wonder who will be first to put a phone in a DSLR?

In summary, I think it highly likely that phone cameras will kill off the bottom end point and shoot market, indeed I think it is already happening, but DSLRs will always be way ahead on picture quality and versatility.

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

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.

BLACKBERRY OR ANDROID?!?!?

s2556

Hey,
I am in between probably the torch 9810 or the bold 9900 that's coming out at telus pretty quick and a higher end android like the samsung galaxy s fascinate 4g.I want to have bbm, but I previously had an android phone and liked the flash browsing, apps, gps and maps, and customization.
can anyone tell me how the new blackberrys would compare or how blackberry as a platform compares in these fields?
thanks! (sorry im new to blackberrys)

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The BlackBerry Bold 9900 offers the customer a 2.8-inch touch screen, QWERTY keyboard, 5 megapixel auto-focus camera with LED flash and 720p video, 1.2GHz processor, BlackBerry OS 7, 768MB RAM, 8GB internal storage, microSD expansion up to 32GB and is apparently the thinnest BlackBerry ever at 10.5mm.The BlackBerry Torch 9810 is a touchscreen device with a slide-down QWERTY keyboard. It has 253 dpi screen, 1.2GHz processor, NFC chip and will be powered by the BlackBerry OS 7.

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which camera should i get? samsung or olympus?

Leaferitym

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Olympus+-+12.0-Megapixel+Digital+Camera+-+Gray/9454191.p?id=1218107285704&skuId=9454191
or
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Samsung+-+12.2-Megapixel+Digital+Camera+-+Red/9218697.p?id=1218061796621&skuId=9218697&st=samsung%2012&cp=1&lp=2 i think i am favoring this one.

or is there another camera that you can recomend thats around $150? like a cannon or nikon

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At least 10 - 30 times a day someone on YA asks: "Which one is a good camera to buy?"
A quick search would have given you hundreds of instant replies (without having to wait for answers), but once again here is my 10 cents on the subject:

Point & Shoot cameras are wonderfully handy because of their small size.
When light conditions are ideal, they even take really nice photos - all of them do.

However, they all DO have limitations - they don't do very well in low light situations (i.e. noisy photos, hard to avoid blur, etc). The little onboard flash is very harsh at close range, and doesn't reach very far.
Many of them have no manual functions, so you are limited to only very basic photos, you can't compensate for unusual situations, or do many fun "tricks" and special effects.
P&S's also suffer from frustrating shutterlag and many of them chew through batteries rather quickly.

If you're ok with all those limitations, then go ahead and pick one, most of them (the same type and same price range) are rather similar. Personally I would pick either a Canon or a Nikon, and would certainly stay away from Kodak.

A higher end P&S will give you more manual options and better quality. Many of those even give you the option of adding a proper flash (which makes a big difference to your flash photos).

Don't worry too much about megapixels - all modern cameras have plenty enough, plus there is a limit to how many pixels you can squash into a tiny P&S sensor before you actually LOSE quality rather than gain it.
Don't worry about digital zoom, in fact, don't EVER use it. It simply crops away pixels, i.e. destroys information. The only real zoom is optical.


Some words about special effect features such as color accent, or even just b/w or sepia:
About applying any sort of effect in camera: DON'T DO IT !
Imagine if you just happen to take the best photo you ever took - surely you would want to have it in all its glory, right?
Always set your camera to biggest size, best quality (and to color).
That way, you start with the best possible photo as your original.
Then you make a copy and edit it to your heart's content.
You have much better control over any editing on your computer, even something as simple as b&w will look MUCH better when it was processed properly instead of in camera.
You can do all sorts of things to it PLUS you get to keep your original.


Decide which features are important to you, and look for cameras that have that feature.
Then go compare a few models on www.dpreview.com .

The very best thing you can do for your success is to borrow some books and learn about photography. A bit of knowledge will make a much bigger difference to your photos than your choice of P&S camera can.

For what it's worth - if I was in the market for a P&S camera right now, my choice would be a Canon Powershot SX20 IS http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=144&modelid=19208

Sprint Cell Phones 2012!! Which are good?

Mohebullah

I had for a long time an ipod touch. And i had a ugly ass phone. So i decided to buy an iphone4 cuz i thought its gonna be cool. So then i baught it, and its soooooo boring!!! I swear its exactly the same like an ipod. I was like wth did i buy? I could of just download an app that can do calls and i have an iphone!!
So i was very disappoited.
So what are some good phone is the market right now? Sprint phones please.
Thanks for any help.

Answer
Try the Samsung Galaxy S2 for Sprint (Epic 4G Touch) Android phone, it came with a 1.2 GHz dual-core processor, 4.52-inch Super AMOLED Plus touchscreen display, 8-megapixel rear camera, HD 1080p video capture, 2-megapixel front-facing camera, etc. You can read more specs & reviews and buy a used or new for cheap price at these sites.

Phone with contract (new, upgrades & add a line) at AmazonWireless, the most trusted U.S. store online by Amazon.com
> http://wireless.amazon.com/b/404251011?tag=uce-phn-20&keywords=Samsung+Galaxy+S+II+Epic+Touch+4G

Used & new phones without contract (phone only) at Amazon.com
> http://www.amazon.com/b?ie=UTF8&tag=uce-phn-20&node=2407749011&keywords=Samsung+Galaxy+S+II+Epic+4G+Touch

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Best dslr camera for video?

theperson

I am an intermediate level film student who is looking to purchase a dslr camera for primarily video but hoping to get into photography as well. I have been looking at the t3i as a good level camera but wasn't to sure on what lens would be good for video. I found this bundle on amazon and wasn't sure the quality of the lenses for video. I am open to suggestions on even a different camera or possible lenses and bundles but i dont want to spend much more than $1000 on the body and lens combined. I appreciate the help thanks.

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-EOS-Rebel-T3i-Kit/product-reviews/B0062N6VHA/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1
im aware it would be better if it was solely for video to buy a camcorder instead of a dslr but I also want to experiment in photography. that being
said video is still the primary focus.

Answer
If you really, really want to deal with the hassles of using a still camera with a "video" feature, the Nikon D800 is the most economical camera that shoots in uncompressed video.

But here is what you need to know

http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/camcorders/cam-cam.shtml

The cost of the accessories necessary to convert a dSLR into a viable video camera will cost you an additional $2,500.

best entry level dslr camera with a good config ?

arjun

i'm a budding photographer who's looking for a good dslr camera at cost about rupees 40,000 (inc. lens)...
i tried nikon d3000 and found it to be a good entry level dslr, can u guys confirm it?
please help me, coz i have less than 1 month to decide :(
i'm a budding photographer who's looking for a good dslr camera at cost about rupees 40,000 (inc. lens)...
i tried nikon d3000 and found it to be a good entry level dslr, can u guys confirm it?
please help me, coz i have less than 1 month to decide :(

p.s. i don't mind if it's too pro coz i've been in the field for about 2 years...
and it need not be an entry level too...

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Yes the D3000 is an excellent camera and I think it is a great way for you to get started. Start off with the D3000 and the 18-55mm Nikon lens that is bundled with it.

Below is a review of the D3000 that includes some sample images.

Hope this helps.

Mark

marksablow.com

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my vga was better than my 1.3 megapixel camera???

Anunnaki

my vga camera on sharp gx15 was very good in quality compared to my new ericsson Z550i 1.3 megapixel camera. the new phone's pictures look very dirty full of dots everywhere even on the highest best quality. Can anybody tell me why this is? And also if picture quality does not depend on megapixels then how does a person determine which camera will be better?

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Megapixel count determines the size of the photo and assures more colors. Hopefully more colors will lead to more realistic photos.

But a camera is also very dependent on the lens to produce breat photos. In fact, the lens is the more important part of the camera. In your case, it may not matter much because camera phones use cheap and tiny lenses.

For a digital camera, the third important element is the processing/cleaning engine. This is a firmware that cleans up the digital image to remove "noise" (i.e. grain, hot pixels or dots). The drawback in using a strong cleaning engine is that it reduces the details of the photo. I imagine that if you set your camera to the "highest" photo quality, the cleaning engine is almost switched off.

The problem with setting the camera to take the highest quality image is that it can be prone to a lot of noise. Try setting your phone to take medium or low quality and see if its comparable to the relatively low quality noiseless photo by your Sharp phone.

The number of megapixels assures a bigger photo, but the size and quality of the lens is more important, and nowadays, its a race for a better cleaning engine.

If you want good quality photos, you need a more expensive phone (or better yet, a real camera).

Does more megapixels mean a better camera?

John Czarc

Does more megapixels mean a better camera?

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Megapixels taken by themselves is no indication of the quality of a camera. The camera's optics are as important, or perhaps more important than the number of megapixels your sensor has.

And if over-done, too many megapixels can cause low-light performance to suffer.

And other issues, such as color balance, exposure accuracy, and a dozen other parameters can really make a difference in the quality of a camera.

So you cannot judge the quality of a camera by just looking at the number of megapixels it has.

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How do you wipe down/clean your dslr camera?

Wite Out

I have a Nikon D5100. I'm curious how you wipe it down. You can see little fibers of dust on the body & the edge of the lens (not the glass, the body of it.) Seems like it collects napkin fibers.

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I use a microfiber lens cloth for the glass and a large size women's makeup brush (in my bag) for quick dust offs - very soft, very gentle on the camera.

what camera do you recommend?

Priscilla

I've been itching to buy a digital camera for a while.
A few of the most important features I'd like would be, super compact, video, and a rechargeable battery.

Quality of the pictures is not too important. Maybe,5+ mp.
This is because I plan to use this for concerts, vacations, and out-doorsy stuff. I plan to use it a bunch, so the more compact the better. Thanks. :]
I can understand your view. And appreciate the thought,as well your contribution.

From what I understand, megapixels show the quality of your pictures after they're developed, or blown up. I've had a 6.2 mp camera and had very fun times with it. I dont plan on taking buy able pictures, or award worthy photographs.

Like I said, this camera would be used for minor activities.

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With a small sensor camera your biggest problem with concerts will be the lack of low light performance. Very few compacts have usable high ISO or a fast enough lens for acceptable low light use.

There are exceptions, one, the Panasonic DMC-LX3 is one. It is a compact when compared to a DSLR and is small enough not to create problems with security when used in a concert or club venue, but it not tiny though it is "pocketable" or easily carried in a woman's bag. It has lower than normal pixel density for a P&S (the only criterion that counts as far as pixels go) a very fast lens and good high ISO performance, letting it take very good (better than many entry level DSLRs) low light photographs.

Check the reviews and sample images.

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/panasonicdmclx3/

http://www.dpreview.com/gallery/panasoniclx3_samples/

I have several DSLR systems with a wide selection of very good lenses, and still prefer this camera in many situations where a DSLR is impractical. It is a brilliant little camera and has earned me money shooting stock in areas where a DSLR cannot be used.

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Digital Camera Comparison?

Virgo239

On which website I can compare Digital Cameras of different makes?

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I think you should go with Canon PowerShot SD1400IS 14.1 MP Digital Camera
* 14.1-megapixel resolution; 2.7-inch PureColor System LCD
* 28mm wide-angle lens; 4x optical zoom and Optical Image Stabilizer
* 720p HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output
* Smart AUTO intelligently selects from 22 predefined settings
* New scene modes such as Miniature Effect and Fisheye Effect.

Digital Camera Question Comparisons?

jobu2010

I am looking at some digital cameras, and I am trying to see what zoom and magapixels I should aim for. I am guessing probably like a 7.1 magapixel, but I was wondering what zoom is an average, 3x optical or 5x optical, and what is the difference between an optical and digital zoom. I was looking at one Olympus that had a 3x optical and a 5x digital with a 15x total seemless zoom. What does that mean?? So if anyone has any input, please let me know. I am probably going to get an Olympus, so any direct input on that brand would be great! Thanks!!

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You didn't mention a model, but read some reviews first. You can check these for starters:

http://www.productcritic.com/
http://www.dpreview.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/
http://www.dcresource.com/
http://www.dcviews.com/
http://www.steves-digicams.com/

As far as pixles go, unless the cost is a major issue, buy the camera with more pixels. You will never be sorry that you did, but you might one day be sorry that you didn't. 7 MP is fine for most things people normally want to do with their pictures.

I have a few photos on Flickr to include in a discussion on how many pixels are enough. Go to my page at http://www.flickr.com/photos/samfeinstein/ Near the top, click on "tags." In the "Jump to" box, enter the word "Pixels" and then press the "GO" button. Some of the pictures are from a 4 MP or even 3 MP camera, showing you what you might expect without any cropping. I think they are quite acceptable. Some of the pictures are from a 10 MP camera (the swan and the pansies), showing the value of having those large images so that you can crop a smaller image out of the original picture and still end up with a satisfactory image.

Optical zoom is good and digital zoom sucks. Optical zoom is "real" zoom done with the camera lens. Digital zoom is really just a way to enlarge pixels and degrade the image. Ignore it completely when you are comparing cameras.

Here are three sample pictures taken with my Canon Powershot SD900, which is a 10.0 megapixel camera. All three pictures are taken with the optical zoom maxed out at 3X or 23.1 mm, which is the equivalent of 111.6 mm after calculating for the lens crop factor. There is no image processing at all done with any of these pictures. All were taken using the self-timer to (hopefully) eliminate camera shake as the camera sat on the top of my car. (Okay, I'll use a tripod next time, but I think they are pretty sharp images.) Please click on "View All Sizes" and then view each image at the largest size available, which should be 3648 x 2736 pixels. The first picture (3xOpticalFull) is the full frame image at 3x optical zoom, or 111 mm. The second picture (4xDigitalFull) is the result of zooming out the additional 4x in digital zoom, for an equivalent of 444 mm. The third picture (3xOpticalCrop) is actually a cropped version of the original image, maintaining the full pixel dimension. In other words, I accomplished the "digital zoom" entirely in the computer and not in the camera. If you compare the full-sized images, I think it is immediately obvious that the third picture is far superior in any aspect that you care to examine. I think it is much sharper (Check the tower and the antenna up near the top of the frame.), has better color, and less digital noise and artifact (Check the plain sky and the shadows on the building.). These images are all tagged "digital zoom."

3xOpticalFull: http://www.flickr.com/photos/7189769@N04/459603923/
4xDigitalFull: http://www.flickr.com/photos/7189769@N04/459603931/
3xOpticalCrop: http://www.flickr.com/photos/7189769@N04/459603939/

In other words, please ignore any claims of superiority based on "digital zoom" when you choose your camera. It is only "in camera cropping" and it is not anywhere near as good as "in computer cropping." Any attempts at cropping a digitally-zoomed picture will be a waste of time.

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high zoom/high megapixel camera?

Traveler

I am trying to find a small point and shoot camera with high megapixels (at least 12.0) and high zoom (at least 10x). I have been looking for one for a while now and the best one that i have found is the canon PowerShot SX210IS camera. (but this camera had mostly bad reviews about the placement of the zoom bar.) I do not want a cheaply made camera! i would prefer that the camera takes AA batteries but a battery pack is fine, i have no price range but would like to try to keep it under $500.. thanks***

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I would suggestion these good cameras that have a good zoom and use an AA batteries :

Canon PowerShot SX20IS : 12.1MP, High-powered 20x wide-angle optical zoom, 2.5-inch Vari-Angle System LCD, DIGIC 4 Image Processor, Capture 720p HD movies with stereo sound
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002LITT3I?ie=UTF8&tag=20908-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002LITT3I

Nikon Coolpix L110 : 12.1 MP, 15x Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom, 3.0-Inch LCD, HD Movie (720p) with stereo sound, 5-way VR Image Stabilization System, Sport Continuous Mode, Intelligent automation contributes to carefree shooting
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0034XIMG4?ie=UTF8&tag=20908-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0034XIMG4

Fujifilm FinePix S1800 : 12.2 MP, 18x Wide Angle Optical Zoom, 3-Inch LCD, Dual Image Stabilization, Capture movies in HD quality 720p resolution, Tracking Auto Focus
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0035JD0DW?ie=UTF8&tag=20908-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0035JD0DW

Kodak EasyShare Z981 : 14MP, 26x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom, 3.0 Inch LCD, One-button upload to YouTube - Facebook - Flickr and Kodak Gallery sites plus e-mail, HD video capture
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0031RGGFM?ie=UTF8&tag=20908-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0031RGGFM

Other good Power zoom cameras that use an AA batteries : Fujifilm FinePix HS10, Fujifilm FinePix S2550.

Hope this help.

Why does my 5.2 megapixel camera take higher-res pictures than my girlfriend's 7 megapixel camera?

spaceageca

My 5.2 Megapixel digital camcorder (Vivitar DVR 550) takes higher-resolution pictures (3840x2880) than my girlfriend's 7 Megapixel camera (Polaroid i735, 3072x2048). My camcorder is set to take the highest quality picture and video it can and her camera is set to take the highest quality picture it can.

Why is this?
Edit: Both cameras are at their standard zoomed setting. Not zoomed in at all.

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The truth is - it isn't.

It looks like your camera plays a nasty trick on you, it takes 5.2 megapixel picture and extrapolates it up to 11 megapixels (3840x2880=11millon), while your girlfriend camera honestly records 6.2megapixels (sometimes the actual recorded image is less than megapixel count due to in camera processing algorithms - called effective megapixels).

Therefore, the amount of physical data captured is in fact more in your girlfriend's camera. Your camera then looks at the image and inserts extra pixels between ones physically captured based on its guessing of what they should be (e.g. it would insert medium intensity green pixel between a high intensity green and low intensity green, to give a simple example). The extrapolated size is just a marketing gimmick (I wonder if the camera menu even mentions it's extrapolated or enlarged when you select that size). You can do the same with any image from any camera on your PC. There are plenty of programs from Windows Paint to Photoshop and everything in between that can enlarge your image, and most of them will do better job than in camera algorithm (because it has to do it on the fly - quickly, and it doesn't have the processing power your computer has). So in fact, your camera may be making overall image quality WORSE by doing this.

So my best suggestion is to turn off that option and have the camera record the image that corresponds to the physical sensor size. Then mess with it on your computer if you must!

Good luck,
LEM.

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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.

Best Digital Camera?

LoserFace

I'm looking for a new digital camera that can be used for hobby work, so I guess professional level.

I'm thinking of spending up to about 600-700$ at most. Any suggestions?

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It entirely depends on WHAT you WANT the camera to be able to do. Every camera has its pros and its cons. Some camera's will have most of the functions you're looking for, while others will have the ones that the other camera's don't. Its always a trade off, a compromise.
Do you want it specifically for photography or do you want movie mode? Do you want a wide range of zoom, or does that even matter? Do you want the ability to take good macro shots? action shots?

If you're looking for proffesional quality - aim for the higher mega pixels. Go for the pro-summer, or DSLR cameras. Keep in mind, DSLR cameras offer better variety as you can get more lenses later, and when you want to change cameras, all you have to do is replace the body (making sure the new body is compatible with your existing lenses). Lenses though can easily cost as much as a new pro-summer camera; so this option depends on your money situation and your interest in photography. You also will have to lug around any lenses you wish to use when taking your camera with you - so that will mean a pretty big camera case at your side. Pro-summer cameras (like a Nikon 8800) have alot of the same functions as a DSLR, but are smaller in size.

A popular and highly rated DSLR (which I just about bought myself) is the Canon Rebel XT. And now with the EOS 30D out, the XT has dropped in price by about $200 (CDN) from last year.

The camera I bought, I took a chance on as there were no reviews on it available was the Fuji E900. For the most part its a good little camera. The down side in my opinion is the 3inch macro (meaning you have to be 3inches from say the flower you're trying to get a close up shot of); but with it being 9mp this usually isn't a problem as cropping is easy while still maintaining high quality image. To me, its not as good at picking out blues as a Canon is, but its not too bad either. I've found Canon's tend to be better as making colors vibrant.
I strayed from Canon's this time though, especially the other Canon model I was looking at, the S 80 I think it was (though I could easily be wrong abou the name), because everyone at the stores told me that they were having a lot of troubles with the Canon models at the time, and that there were hundreds of customers bringing them back to claim warrenties because of the LCD screens.
I have to send my little E900 in for repairs as it seems to have pixel degridation. Have heard some one else is having the same problem with their Nikon 60.
Chances are if something will go wrong, hopefully it will be when your warrenty is still good.

This is a very good site for digital camera reviews:
http://www.steves-digicams.com/

Make sure to do your research about the cameras that you are considering, because they may not be as nice as they appear in the adds.

Good luck choosing your camera. Even if you find out after buying one that its not quite right, chances are it'll do just fine till you can buy a new one. And technology changes all the time!
My little camera was one of the top of the line consumer/pro-sumers when it came out, and now it isn't and it's dropped $60; and it hasn't even been a year yet since I bought it (November).

And once you buy a camera - I recommend keeping an eye on the flyers for the entire time you have a price guarantee (if you buy from a store that has that), because you may be able to get some money back if said store, or competition, places the camera on sale.

Happy photo taking.

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Megapixel Camera question?!?

T M

I might be buying a new camera and i just wanted to know what megapixels were.
i have a camera with 5 megapixels
but i want this camera --Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi
and it has 10.1 megapixels
whats the difference???
what do mega pixels do?

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Mega pixel resolution is about potential photo size, not picture quality.

Check the Memory Card Storage Table at this link:
http://www.digitalphotographywebsite.com/memorycardstoragechart.html ...

Would choose a 3 MP setting unless you plan to print a photo larger than 8 x 10 inches. You actually lose picture quality when you crop a higher MP photo down to a smaller size. It also takes more money, memory space, processing, and transmission time with a higher setting.

What gives a camera its picture quality?
It is mostly the skill of the photographer that produces high quality pictures. The lens and camera are very important, but the ability to set the scene, adjust the cameras settings, and hold the camera very still or use a tripod with auto or remote shutter actuation when required is what gets the great pictures. Mega pixel resolution is about potential photo size, not picture quality.

In new cameras, look for a viewfinder (LCD invisible in bright sun), optical image stabilizer, and check battery prices. High mega pixel settings take longer to process and may not be needed unless required for very large pictures. Maximum print size for a 3 mega pixel setting is 8 x 10 inches. Click links below for more details.
http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=398&pq-locale=en_US&_requestid=2039 ...
http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/mpmyth.htm ...

The Canon A590IS is a slightly older model that is available everywhere at great sale prices. Think it is a great camera and a best buy. It has auto focus, a viewfinder, optical image stabilization, and uses rechargeable NiMH batteries.
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/A590IS/A590ISA.HTM ...
http://bountii.com/deal-1523871-canon-powershot-8-0-megapixel.html ...

For expanded wide angle or telephoto capabilities, the A590 IS is compatible with Canon's accessory lens adapters: A small button next to the lens bezel is actually a latch; press it and you can remove the bezel ring, exposing a bayonet mount for accessory lenses. Canon offers the WC-DC52 0.7x wide-angle lens, the TC-DC52A telephoto lens, the 250D 52mm closeup lens separately, along with the LA-DC52G adapter to mount them on the camera. (Note that the wide, tele, and macro lenses all need the LA-DC52G adapter to mount them to the camera. The lenses won't work by themselves.)

There is no one particular place to get great buys, but you may see something above that really helps you find the best buy. Click on the second link in the information above for an example then search for your camera of choice at the upper left. Camera prices at this link change often.

This could be the best slim line camera with a viewfinder and ... It's PINK, but it uses a $49.50 Series G Rechargeable 960mAh lithium-ion battery.
http://shopping.yahoo.com/p:Sony%20Cyber-shot%20DSC-W150%2FR%20Digital%20Camera:1995337750;_ylc=X3oDMTB0bjZzaWNuBF9TAzk2NjMyOTA3BHNlYwNmZWVkBHNsawNlbGVj ...
http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=3462&review=sony+cybershot+w150 ...

There are so many cameras out there it is difficult to say which is best. The second source link will be very helpful as it list most of the cameras out there with prices. The following information should help you know what to look for in a camera.

CAUTION Do not overcharge! Batteries can be damaged. Use an automatic two or more hour Energizer Compact smart charger with temperature monitor, trickle charge technology, and safety timer ($9.76) at Walmart. Use pre-charged 2000mAh Duracell ($12.97) or RayOVac ($5.97) batteries (both hold charge one year) and a full cycle charge. To preserve battery charge, use the viewfinder.

CAUTION To prevent memory card corruption, keep batteries charged and don't delete. Wait for lights to stop flashing then turn camera off before removing memory. For card readers, double click Safely Remove Hardware. Select, then click Stop and OK.

Lots of great camera tips in this link.
http://www.danscamera.com/Learning/going_digital/#resolution ...

My camera has 5.2 mega pixel, but I use 3 most of the time because it gives great results, is faster, and takes less memory. Also, it only has a 3 x optical zoom and 7 x digital zoom. I never use the digital zoom because making pictures larger works better on the computer. This is an old camera, but everyone is impressed with the quality pictures it takes ... like magic.

Check with the Geeks in several stores and compare prices. Once you select a camera, read all about it in the owner's manual. You can view owners manuals at this link, but will need to Login. http://www.retrevo.com/s/digital+camera ...

The source links show most of the cameras out there with prices and make digital cameras work better with help on cleaning camera and battery electrical contacts.

do u have a kodak z1275, 12.1 megapixel camera?

corina smi

it looks like this
http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Kodak-EasyShare-Z1275-12-1-Megapixel-Digital-Camera-Z1275/sem/rpsm/oid/188995/catOid/-16941/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

anyways, i was wondering if u could show me a picture uve taken with it. i wanna see what the qualitys like.

Answer
go to yahoo search
type kodak z1275 review
they always have pictures in the review

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Do megapixels in a HD Video Camera matter?

Chris

I know that megapixels are useful in a digital camera, which I have. I won't be taking still images with my video camera, and I'm considering buying an HD Video camera with 1.17 megapixels or another HD with 2.9 megapixels.

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The megapixels in a camcorder are for the picture taking feature of the camcorder. Your camcorder will still record movies in HD if that's what it says.

megapixel for camera?

BriBri

What is a good amount of megapixels for a point and shoot digital camera? I just want a camera with good clear shots that I can take with me on vacation.

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MP are not a measure of image quality, but only of image size.

The image quality comes from the skill of the photographer, the quality of the lens, and of the precision of the measurements of each individual pixel. DSLRs use much, much bigger sensors than point and shoot cameras, so each pixel on them gathers much more light than a pixel on a P&S camera. Hence it has more light to work with and thus can take more accurate measurements.

E.g. the Nikon D3s costs $5300 yet it "only" has 12MP and is considered to be one of the finest cameras ever made - but it's 12MP on a huge full frame sensor that gathers lots of light and thus is highly accurate. If the world's best professional sports photographers (who mostly use this camera due to its crazy autofocus system and ability to freeze motion with high ISO) can do with 12MP, what does Joe Average need more for?

In P&S cameras, more MP actually are bad for image quality, as camera manufacturers cram as many pixel into the sensor as they anyhow can, neglecting the quality of each pixel in the process - because they know that showing off with insane MP figures will make people buy the camera, because they mistakenly believe that more MP are always better. That used to be so when cameras only had like 1-2MP, but not anymore. For example, a full HD screen can display only 2MP, any more than that is wasted on it! More MP only becomes relevant for large prints and for cropping, but 10-12MP generally is plenty.

Other P&S cameras that are marketed as compact sidekick cameras for experienced photographers keep the MPs down, e.g. the 10MP Canon S95. It will wipe the floor with any 16MP P&S camera.

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What's better? iPhone 4 5 megapixel vs htc evo 8 megapixel camera?

Kevin L

Please

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Megapixel isn't want differentiates the two, rather it's the image quality themselves. IE Noise, optics, clarity, compression, etc.

With that said, the iPhone 4 produces slightly more refined and accurate images along with slightly better video.

iPhone front-facing camera megapixel?

sickness02

So all of the advertisements based on the iPhone 4 informs that the REAR camera has 5 mega-pixels. However, I couldn't find the information on the front-facing camera. (Only except that it's capable of taking photos, videos, and using video-chat; obviously.)

My question is: Whats the amount of mega-pixels for the front facing iPhone 4 camera?

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Not megapixel - VGA
640x480 - 300kp - 1/3 of a megapixel.

http://www.devicemag.com/2010/06/08/htc-evo-4g-vs-iphone-4-features-specs-reviewed/

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5 megapixel camera, good or bad?

TheMask

I am going to ask for a polaroid PoGo instant digital camera for my birthday and i have seen that it is 5 megapixels, when i mentioned this to a friend who is into photography she said that 5 megapixels is really bad quality, but then i go online and read that it is ok.

i just want a few more opinions about whether 5 megapixels is good or bad.

thankyou for any help :)

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A 5 megapixel camera can be bad, average or good. Megapixels are NOT a measure of image quality, so anyone that tells you that 5 MP is 'bad quality' doesn't understand digital photography and digital image sensors. a given number of megapixels is only a potential for a certain amount of detail, that's it. MP has nothing to do with color, contrast, noise (or lack of it) image noise etc.

Early dSLR cameras were only 3 MP and they were used by pros for all kinds of major publications. I know nothing of the PoGo, so you'll need to search the web for not only reviews, but full size digital photos to look at. The quality of the image sensor and the lens will determine image quality, not the pixel count.

If anything, more pixels in a small image sensor is bad, not good. I've got a dSLR with 12MP, I wonder if your friend thinks that a 12MP 99 dollar compact is just as good. It isn't.

http://tonyflores.smugmug.com/Mostly-Candids/Mixed-Mostly-Napa-Valley/5718849_SwLGK#776944835_XU6CP

Camera Megapixels?

asere

When buying a digital camera does it really matter or is there a noticeable difference in the megapixels say 6.0 - 8.0? Is looking at how much pixels one of the main things to look for?

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Pixels are the tie-breaker when choosing a camera - especially when comparing 6 to 8 MP.

Having said that, though, here is my stock answer on the pixel count. It is sure to cloud the issue for you.

If you always plan and compose your pictures perfectly, you don't need a whole lot of pixels. These days, I'd say that 5 MP or even 4 MP is fine for the average snapshooter and this can be obtained without unreasonable expense. If you want to allow for cropping, which means enlarging only a portion of your image, the more pixels the better.

Imagine taking a scenic view and then noticing that the middle 20% of the photo would make an even better picture. Suppose you take a picture of a whole group of people and Aunt Clara really, really looks great in the picture, but everyone else looks lousy. If you have the pixels to work with, you can still make a decent print of Aunt Clara that she would be happy to have. If you buy an 8-to-10 MP camera and don't want to TAKE large photos, you can always set the camera to a lower file size. You can never go the other direction, though. Unless the cost is a major issue, buy the camera with more pixels. You will never be sorry that you did, but you might one day be sorry that you didn't.

I have a few photos on Flickr to include in a discussion on how many pixels are enough. Go to my page at http://www.flickr.com/photos/samfeinstein/tags/pixels/ Some of the pictures are from a 4 MP or even 3 MP camera, showing you what you might expect without any cropping. I think they are quite acceptable. Some of the pictures are from a 10 MP camera (the swan and the pansies), showing the value of having those large images so that you can crop a smaller image out of the original picture and still end up with a satisfactory image. There is one VGA picture, just to show what you could expect from 640 x 480 pixels - not much.

Ken Rockwell has an interesting article on pixels and the pixel wars:

http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/mpmyth.htm

Having said all that, though, pixels are not the only measure of image quality. The sensor size is important as well as the image processing software included in the camera. (See http://www.flickr.com/photos/7189769@N04/476181751/
You need to read reviews if you want a critical understanding of image quality for particular cameras. Try http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/ for more information on the cameras you are considering. Pixels are not the decision maker, but they are the tie breaker, so go for the higher pixel count.

You can go there and click on "Buying Guide" and then "Features Search" to specify how many pixels you want to look at.

You can also go to http://www.steves-digicams.com/default.htm and click on "Our reviews," where you will find catagories of cameras arranged by pixel count.

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suggest a dslr camera set up for 4k?

nameless

tripod
camera
lenses , mainly travel,landscape,architecture
accessories..etc.
Thanks.

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I'll work your budget backwards (mostly from a Canon viewpoint, but Nikon has similar)...

Taxes....10% for easy math...$400
Lens for architecture... Tilt/shift lens ~$2,000
Lens for landscape....wide angle ~$700
Tripod (Manfrotto/Bogen, Vanguard, Gitzo, Slik, etcetera)...~$175
Ball head for tripod ...~$75
Accessories (extra battery, memory cards, USB card reader, camera case, rocket blower, micro fiber clothes, etcetera)...~$200+

Ooopppss...that alone is $3,550. About the best I could suggest at that point is a Canon T3 ($499) or a Nikon D3100 ($496), which is still going to put you $50 over your budget. UNLESS...you wait on the lens for architecture.


My thoughts on photography/cameras...

1) Photography is roughly 70% photographer skill/experience, 20% lens quality, and 10% camera body
2) I would rather have a $600 camera with a $1,500 lens than I would a $1,800 camera and a $300 lens
3) Nobody ever said photography is a cheap hobby or profession.

35mm DSLR camera?

Jenn

I need a professional-level 35mm DSLR camera. Does anyone know any reliable cameras?

Answer
Canon and Nikon are the top dSLR makers.

There are others as well (in no particular order), such as Sony, Pentax, Olympus and more.

It really depends on what sort of "professional" photography you want to do (cameras for portraits and/or weddings are different than cameras you might get for Sports or Animal shooting, etc.)

Prices also vary widely from about $8k for the Canon 1-Ds Mark III, to $4K for the Nikon D3, and so on down the line.

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Camera phone sprint or T-Mobile?

Matthew

Anyone know of a cell phone for sprint or tmobil that has very high quality photo taking. I'm an amateur photographer and I wanna be able to have a good camera on me at all times. I always have my phone on me. Anyway I would perfer it to be an android based phone. I'm looking for basically a camera that happens to be a phone too if u know what I mean

Answer
Think Sony has the best camera phones out there at 12+mp that get excellent reviews. Mostly available for world markets, but they have some carried by AT&T. You can also buy one unlocked and then use it on T-Mobile's prepaid $70/month unlimited plan. I like the Xperia S and Xperia SL models. The displays on them are the Reality display with a mobile Bravia engine that creates very good true to color images so you should be able to evaluate better on the spot the pictures you do take. This being said, the cameras do run you more...$400-$500 range, but you can also find some of them used in places like ebay. The band frequencies supported by the sony phones (other than the ones sold for AT&T) are also those used on the T-Mobile network. Would just need a T-Mobile sim card, and setup the APN information in the phone.

If you might be looking to buy your own phone anyways, might I mention one I am with? I use Solavei which has an agreement with and uses many of the T-Mobile towers. This service will give you unlimited talking/text/data for only $49/month and gives you incentives to share the service with others. Since it works great and costs me less than half what I was paying before, of course I share it. If I was helpful and you have any other questions on this, please don't hesitate to call/text me at 2o8-283-o837.

Jon
www.4gcellunlimited.com

Please help finding a phone?

kanika

I need a new phone and here's a list of what I am looking for in it:-

1 I write professionally. So, i'd like a device that lets me write in a word processor like MS word
2 camera has to be really high definition.( all i can find is 3 MP cameras)
3 good internet (imperative)
4 good music

I know that its only 4 points that i have listed, but in actaul am asking for a lot.
Its probably a smart phone . PLS SUGGEST some good models and safe websited from where to buy
andy,, I live in INDIA and i will buy it online. will it work here??? we havent ever heard of VERIZON and Tmobile and ATT.
and by veiw MS word,, do u also mean that i can WRITE in it??
Thanks James
It helps a lot but we dont have SPRINT too. Is it available without a telecom service?

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The evo 4g is amazing. It works on sprint, and because you didn't name sprint as a company you've never heard of, i assume it's available in your area.

Android is the operating system that is running on most smartphones these days including the HTC incredible, the HTC EVO 4g, and the HTC Incredible.

In addition to android, the evo 4g has an amazing camera...i believe it's 5 megapixels.


The HTC touch pro 2 is another amazing phone that has a slideout keyboard (i know you're a writer, so this is a plus.) and a great screen. The HTC touch pro 2 is one of the few phones currently out that the mobile windows operating system, so it can support Microsoft Word. I would highly suggest this phone.
Although the camera is sonly 3.6 megapixels, it fits perfectly into that small niche you work in.

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which canon DSLR camera is cheaper that can shoot HD video as well?

sanjeev

which canon camera is cheaper that can shoot HD video as well and also I should be able to shoot at low FPS number , to be able to capture slow motion videos

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The least expensive cameras that can shoot Full HD video would be the Nikon D3100 or Canon 500D/T1i

Hold both in your hands before committing to a camera system for the next few decades

You concept of how slow motion video is wrong. The cameras has to be capable of shooting at HIGH fps in order to produce slow motion.

NO dSLR can really shoot slow-mo video. The slowest only shoots at 60 fps, twice the speed of NTSC video (30 fps)

To shoot slow motion video you will have to use a special high-speed video camera and they are NOT inexpensive nor are they used to also shoot straight video.

http://www.highspeed-video.com/other.html

Here is a link to standard video cameras

http://catalog2.panasonic.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ModelList?storeId=11201&catalogId=13051&catGroupId=34401

What is a good (and not stupidly expensive) DSLR camera with HD 1080p video?

Cutter

Looking to get into making short films and various videos. I'd like to have a camera with a decent lens with lots of options and adjustments that can be made. As well, I'd like to have the option to shoot still images.

Something modular would be excellent.

Budget: Around >$800

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Short film is correct, with the issue DSLR cameras have with overheating in under 20 minutes and shutting down till they cool down, several hours or a day later. And that issue applies to all DSLR cameras, shooting video.

HD camcorders & DSLR Cameras interpolate the video, which means of every 25 frames of video, 4 or 5 frames are taken by the lens assembly; the other frames in between these are filled in by the camcorder or DSLR Camera inner circuitry, thus giving you not true video. It looks like this -one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, from front to back of the video. Near impossible to edit, even when you have the Multi port processor computer with the big 1GB Graphics card and a Sound card that is required to edit, view, watch and work with the files these camcorders & DSLR Cameras produce.

Consumer level HD camcorders & DSLR Cameras have 4 problems. 1) Blurry, fuzzy, out of focus areas closely around people in videos taken by Consumer Level HD camcorders & DSLR Cameras . 2) Any movement, even a wave or lifting an arm, while in front of a recording Consumer Level HD camcorder & DSLR Cameras , results in screen ghosts and artifacts being left on the video track, following the movement. Makes for bad video, sports videos are unwatchable. 3) These Consumer Level HD camcorders & DSLR Cameras all have a habit of the transferred to computer files are something you need to convert, thus losing your HD quality, to work with your editing software. 4) Mandatory maximum record times - 1 hour, 30 minutes, 8 minutes, 3 minutes â four different times advertised as maximum record time for some Consumer Level HD camcorders & DSLR Cameras . No event I have ever been to is that short. Either take multiple camcorders & DSLR Cameras or pack up with out getting the end of the event on video.

MiniDV is currently the most popular format for consumer digital camcorders. MiniDV camcorders are typically more affordable than their HDD and DVD counterparts. Each MiniDV tape will typically hold an hour of footage at normal recording speed and quality. MiniDV tapes are available for purchase at not only electronic and camera stores, but also at drugs stores and grocery stores, making them easy to find while your on vacation. There are literally hundreds of MiniDV camcorders available; both in standard and high-definition. And add the fact that to get a HD camcorder that could produce better video quality footage, one would have to spend in excess of $3500 for that camcorder that could produce higher quality video.

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part1_camcorder_choices.htm

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part2_connect_camcorder.htm

http://www.canon.ca/inetCA/products?m=gp&pid=1017#_030

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DSLR camera with HD video capabilities?

bbyA

For my birthday I'd decided I wanted a DSLR camera with video mode, specifically a Canon Rebel T1i. My birthday rolled around and I did not receive my camera. I was disappointed but upon further research I realized the T1i was actually $849, on sale! I'm not sure how I missed that detail, but I was wondering if there were any other DSLR cameras with 'movie' mode preferably from $500-600. Thank you in advance.

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No DSLR's with movie mode for that price!. I will give you some advice though.. Buy a DSLR for it's photo taking qualities, not video. It may surprise you to learn that video in DSLRs is utterly crap!, that's right.. just plain and simple crap.

That money would be far better spent on a quality semi-pro model, or a higher end entry level. The T1i is just an entry level camera, at a semi-pro price. I personally think the price that Canon are charging for it is disgusting.

The Nikon D90 would be a better buy, you have a much better camera than the T1i and your video mode (albeit it is pretty crap!).

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What is the best DSLR Camera for video and photo?

Ralf

Price point around $2000

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HD camcorders & DSLR Cameras interpolate the video, which means of every 25 frames of video, 4 or 5 frames are taken by the lens assembly; the other frames in between these are filled in by the camcorder inner circuitry, thus giving you not true video. It looks like this -one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, one frame from the lens assembly, 7or 8 from the electronic circuitry, from front to back of the video. Near impossible to edit, even when you have the Multi processor computer with the big Graphics and sound cards that is required to edit, view, watch and work with the files a HD camcorder produces.

Consumer level HD camcorders & DSLR Cameras have 4 problems. 1) Blurry, fuzzy, out of focus areas closely around people in videos taken by consumer level HD camcorders. 2) Any movement, even a wave or lifting an arm, while in front of a recording consumer level HD camcorder, results in screen ghosts and artifacts being left on the video track, following the movement. Makes for bad video, sports videos are unwatchable. 3) These Consumer level HD camcorders all have a habit of the transferred to computer files are something you need to convert, thus losing your HD quality, to work with your editing software. 4) Mandatory maximum record times - 1 hour, 30 minutes, 8 minutes, 3 minutes â four different times advertised as maximum record time for some consumer level HD camcorders. No event I have ever been to is that short. Either take multiple camcorders or pack up with out getting the end of the event on video.

MiniDV is currently the most popular format for consumer digital camcorders. MiniDV camcorders are typically more affordable than their HDD and DVD counterparts. Each MiniDV tape will typically hold an hour of footage at normal recording speed and quality. MiniDV tapes are available for purchase at not only electronic and camera stores, but also at drugs stores and grocery stores, making them easy to find while your on vacation. There are literally hundreds of MiniDV camcorders available; both in standard and high-definition. And add the fact that to get a HD camcorder that could produce better video quality footage, one would have to spend in excess of $3500 for that camcorder that could produce higher quality video.

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part1_camcorder_choices.htm

http://simplevideoediting.com/learn/part2_connect_camcorder.htm

http://www.canon.ca/inetCA/products?m=gp&pid=1017#_030

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