Cameras - March 2007

I am trying to purchase an entry level digital SLR camera that would be ideal for shooting in low light situations like coffee houses, rock concerts, city streets at night. I have tried out the canon 20d and really liked it, but I was wondering if anyone had any other suggestions, so I can be confident in my future purchase. Does nikon make a DSLR that works well in low light?

2007-03-12 09:50:08 · 4 answers · asked by stublu 2

I just bought a new digital camera and have discovered for the first time, the ISO setting.

I tried to read about what this setting can do when it's changed, and I'm getting mixed explanations.

From what I gather, a higher ISO setting will reduce the effects of camera shake and reduce the blur if my hand is moving a bit when I snap the picture. Is this correct?

I also read that for taking low-light pictures I should use a low setting ISO because it becomes more sensitive to light. But I've also heard that low light pictures should be taken with the high level ISO. Assuming I don't want to use flash in the picture, which ISO setting should I use if I want to take a good quality low light picture? (High or Low)

I guess my main questions are: (High or Low # ISO)
Which setting will reduce camera shake?
Which setting should I use for low light, non-flash pictures?
Which setting is optimal for my default setting (Everyday pictures) 200? 400? 800?...???

2007-03-12 09:17:50 · 6 answers · asked by Matt 2

What is the difference of these things in a CCD and a lens camera:
focal length
exposure time
aperture setting
Resolution
Film speed
Shutter time
Could also please tell me what these things are?

2007-03-12 08:57:06 · 3 answers · asked by veena_dracks84 2

I am new to shooting SLRs and was wondering if I have a roll of film with some exposures already on it, and I change my lens, will it damage (expose) the film already in the camera?

2007-03-12 08:21:48 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I bought a 1GB memory stick for my Sony 3.1 almost a year ago because I am an ardent photographer.It has worked well until recently when it began to show a memory stick error.I pulled out the stick and pushed it back in.That worked for a while then I got a format error.I worked on the format then I got the C1301 or something error. A photographer friend erased the memory stick and saved the photos to his laptop.He transferred them to a jump drive (or something) and loaded them into my computer.I am thankful but the camera still does not work.He said that it may have a virus and I may need a new memory stick.He put one in but still got a memory stick error.We changed the batteries too. Nothing. Does anyone have any ideas about what I can do now?I need a digital camera handy for those blue (king) herons,cranes,Pacific sea snakes in the Atlantic and shower of golden flowers with an inimitable fragrance.Please help me!

2007-03-12 07:57:43 · 8 answers · asked by Aoiffe337 3

I have a HP Photosmart 620, and everytime I try to unload my photos, it shows that the program is running, but it never shows up. Even after I close all my other programs, it never shows up. Does anyone know how to fix this? Or do you know of an alternative way to get my pictures downloaded to my computer? Thanks.

2007-03-12 07:00:42 · 4 answers · asked by dansefanatik 2

I was deciding between the Nikon D80 and Canon Rebel XTi and read that the Nikon has CCD while Canon has CMOS. Which has better picture quality.

2007-03-12 05:47:19 · 4 answers · asked by kirr45 1

I have a Sony P200 digital camera. I am going to be in China and Japan and want a safe, reliable and quick way to save my photos. I've thought of memory cards and flickr pro accounts but want to know if anyone has any other thoughts

2007-03-12 04:20:24 · 5 answers · asked by David H 1

2007-03-12 02:25:58 · 4 answers · asked by thejokker 5

I am in India..if i buy digicam frm US will i get the international warranty?

2007-03-11 23:57:15 · 12 answers · asked by deepa a 1

I have been reviewing the specs on the Fuji Finepix S5000, S6500 and S9500 along with the Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ5, FZ20 and FZ30 - Ignoring the price differneces in these cameras can anyone advise which is best, even personal opinion, I would like to know what users think rather than the companies who make them ! ! - One the most important factors is image stability as I can shake sometimes ! !

2007-03-11 23:35:31 · 8 answers · asked by BabyMouse31 1

We bought a digital camera a couple of years ago, and all the magazines reviewed the features, the megapixels, the picture quality, but none said that often a digital camera took so long between button press and shutter release that the subject had moved, or even gone, by the time the picture was eventually taken. I've tried several things, but even my fully automatic film camera was instant compared to a digital. Why doesn't anyone mention this?

2007-03-11 23:27:37 · 11 answers · asked by Matthew H 1

2007-03-11 23:13:02 · 7 answers · asked by Indika A 1

2007-03-11 21:47:07 · 8 answers · asked by C.M D 1

I want some tips regarding digital camera such as purchasing tips, features, downloading tips etc.

2007-03-11 19:28:04 · 3 answers · asked by samr 1

I just bought a digital camera that uses a Canon Brand Li-ion battery. Aparantly, it lasts about 160 pictures with flash, which seems good!

But the bad thing about rechargable batteries is if you run out of charge, you can't just go to the nearest store and buy some more. So I want to get an extra one or two for when I'm on vacation. Buying the replacment bettery from Canon is $70.00 plus shipping. I can find generic brands for SOOO much less, and they say that they're compatible with my camera.

I'm worried about the chance that they could break or damage my camera, as well as if I can use my charger for the new generic battery.

Has anyone used generic batteries for their camera, and if so, did they work okay? I'm torn because AA batteries in other cameras don't damage them even if you buy a cheap brand, but is it the same with specialized batteries... I'm not sure!

2007-03-11 17:43:37 · 6 answers · asked by Matt 2

What are those camera called that celebs use for photoshoots? They're like huge, and they make beeping sounds each time you take a shot.

2007-03-11 17:13:11 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm totally new at this Photography thing. Can someone recommend me a good SLR Camera with High Quality that is 0-300$ and is still a pretty new model? And it has to be able to be brought in Canada.

2007-03-11 17:05:59 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-11 16:49:06 · 15 answers · asked by abcdefg........ 1

Looking to make copies of photos off my cd. Trying to find a reputable, quick, reasonably priced, decent copies. Thank you.

2007-03-11 15:42:41 · 3 answers · asked by K T 2

i want to buy a macro lens for this camera any suggestions on what to buy?

2007-03-11 15:40:12 · 1 answers · asked by miss vicky 2

its a special promotion for aveeno, if u buy 3 of their products, they send u a digi cam...

does anyone have that cam? (i think its black and grey color, kinda a circle+square shape)

does it take good quality pics?

is there a cable that comes with it that'll download the pics right to ur computer?

2007-03-11 14:34:16 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-11 12:43:05 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

What I mean is I wanted to know what camera would be great for professional photography as in taking pictures of animals, trees, scenery [sp?], etc....

2007-03-11 11:53:22 · 4 answers · asked by Megan 1

I am wanting to purcahse a 18-200mm lens for my Nikon D80 but the price difference between the 3 name brand lenses is crazy. I know there is a difference but is it that much to may so much for the name brand??

2007-03-11 11:35:47 · 6 answers · asked by fradykat 2

I am in a first year photography class, and we use Nixon cameras with TRI-X 400 black and white film. The ISO is supposed to be set to 400, but I have no idea what ISO really does, and I accidently took my first three or four pictures with it on ISO 6400. Luckily I caught it soon enough, but what effect will that have? Is it possible those first few could still turn out?

2007-03-11 11:30:22 · 1 answers · asked by purplegrl28 4

2007-03-11 10:51:52 · 5 answers · asked by baf1987 1

this is my camera: http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4910499

i always have to change the batterys if its on formore than 5 miinutes it will say battery low then turn off and i have to change the batterys

2007-03-11 10:03:09 · 5 answers · asked by Preppy Prep Girl 4

i know it means OH MY GOD, but this genius decided not to post a link and rather me go through the countless search results with oh my god. please help me

2007-03-11 09:57:32 · 3 answers · asked by distortednation 1

If so, do analog lenses work on DSLRs?
Is there a quality difference?
Any other info would be great. thanks

2007-03-11 09:33:38 · 6 answers · asked by Mike M 1