Havn't bought yet-Want to know-- Good for beginner? Can pics be viewed on camera without port thing attached? What other items need to be purchased separately to view on/ off computer etc(new at computer too!!-have new XP type) ? Difference between memory card and stick?(Is sandisc extreme 3 good enough?) What about a memory card reader-any suggestions?(do I need?) OBVIOUSLY, I HAVE NO IDEA ABOUT ANY OF IT!! --Any input/feedback (pro's/con's), especially on things i havn't mentioned(means i havn't even heard of them yet!) WELCOME!! thanks-all!!
2006-07-08 17:21:48 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
New camera and computer! How exciting!
I think the EX-S600 would be a very good beginner camera. It has good ratings at steves-digicams.com and even looks like a fun camera. I will just mention a few things that are different from other cameras (not bad, just different), and some other things to think about.
I will also reference another camera that would work for you, the Sony DSC-W50. It's about the same price.
Your questions:
Yes, you can view the pics and videos on the LCD screen without attachment. 2.2 in isn't exactly a movie screen, but it works fine. (The Sony W50's screen is a little bigger (2.5 in)).
If you put the S600 in its cradle, you can connect the cradle to a tv and view your pics/video there. (The W50 has no cradle; you just connect the camera to the tv.)
The S600 package will include the cradle and cables to connect computer and tv.
"Memory card" is a generic term for many types of small flash memory. The "Memory Stick" is a particular brand of memory card. The S600 uses the SD (Secure Digital) brand of memory card. (The W50 uses Memory Stick Pro Duo.)
The SD Extreme 3 is a higher speed version of the SD card. It won't hurt you; it just costs more. If you have to make a choice, it's better to buy a larger capacity rather than higher speed.
A memory card reader connects directly to your computer. (Your new computer may already have one built in. Check before buying.) It lets you take the memory card out of the cameras, bypass the cradle, and read the pics directly into the computer.
That can be convenient, but requires that you learn how to handle computer files manually. As a beginner, you might be happier now to let the software that comes with your camera handle downloads to computer more automatically. Later, you may prefer to do it yourself.
Other things:
Viewfinder: The S600 does not have a small window viewfinder to frames shots like a traditional camera. You have to hold the camera away from your face and look at the LCD. Some people (me!) prefer the traditional camera-next-to-face way of taking pics. (The W50 has a traditional viewfinder.)
Cradle: The S600's cradle can be a convenience because it will always be connected to the computer and a wall plug (and maybe a tv). You just set the camera on it, and it will charge up, or start downloads (or display pics on tv).
But it can be an inconvenience if you are away from home. I do not see any mention of a travel charger. (Check and see if you can buy one separately.) So you either have to carry along the cradle or risk a dead battery. You may have to buy a spare battery (Check cost; it's sometimes high)
You also cannot connect to a friend's tv to view pics without the cradle. (The W50 has no cradle, and comes with a travel charger.)
The S600 and W50 are close in price and features. The S600 has some "anti-shake" capability; the W50 does not. The S600 requires a cradle; the W50 does not. The W50 has a viewfinder; the S600 does not. Both would be good choices.
Be sure to hold any camera you consider in your hands, and take some pics in the store. (Don't worry about bothering the camera sales people. They are used to browsing!) The size, weight, button placement, etc. need to feel good to you. Taking pics should be fun, not a chore.
Let me know if you have questions.
Good Luck!
2006-07-09 03:37:38 · answer #1 · answered by fredshelp 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't have that specific camera, but I have a Casio digital camera. It's the Casio EX-Z60. I'm really happy with it, and yes you can view pictures on the camera. I don't know what the difference between a memory card and a memory stick is, but I have a memory card. You really don't need to buy a whole lot else, because the camera I got came with cables to hook the camera up to the computer, the t.v., and it came with a rechargable battery which is really nice. . And if you want to print pictures, you can just take your memory card to Wal-Mart and hook it up there.
2006-07-08 17:31:18 · answer #2 · answered by ♥me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ok... i also do not have your model but i have ex-p600 and im very pleased with it.
firstly pics can be viewed on your camera's lcd defintiely.
u do not need to purchase seperate stuff as casio normally gives everything needed ... tts the cool part... its all in the box so the USB cable is in theere for you to transfer your fotos into your computer.
memory card is a umbrella term . memory stick falls under it..
there are alot of different memory cards in the market i believe casio uses Secure Digital card. so you can choose to buy, Multimedia card(MMC), Reduced size multimedia card(RS-MMC), Secure digital card(SD), Mini Secure digital card(mini-SD), OR Micro Secure Digital card(micro SD). take note that rs-mmc, mini-sd, micro-sd needs to have the adapter and is normally included when you buy . i recommend you to get SD card. yes sandisk extreme3 is very good.... in fact as a beginner , you do not need such a good one as it is costly as well. probably get sandisk extreme or a normal one will do.
card reader you do not need as i said USB cable is provided.
thats about it... there is nuthing much in a camera, just worry about memory , get a big one about 1GB at least . and probably spare batteries if you are learning photography. im sure you will love it. have fun with your new camera !!
2006-07-08 22:28:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋