I'm about to acquire a new photo digital camera.
HP or Kodak?
It's for professional purpose, but would like to find an easy to use and mid-range camera.
Any ideas?
Cheers,
2006-11-11 11:08:49 · 9 answers · asked by TB 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
Your question mentioned "professional purpose". If that is true, neither camera makers offerings are suitable. If your actually going "professional", showing up with a digicam won't project a professional image. DSLR is minimal for professional work. Although there is a war correspondent who travels with 3 Olympus 5050s, that is not the norm. Canon or Nikon DSLRs are the only real major players right now. Sony, Olympus and Penatx are trying but C&N own the market. In most cities you can rent Canon or Nikon lenses for special shoots and that shows what most people consider professional cameras.
2006-11-11 15:51:13 · answer #1 · answered by Bob 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would strongly recommend that you reconsider your choices because neither HP or Kodak make very good digital cameras. Having owned four digital cameras in the past with some significant research prior to each purchase, Canon and Sony are probably the best in the market, and while they cost more, it is a worthy investment. However, if you absolutely have to buy Kodak or HP, I would recommend Kodak for the better reliability and a wider range of accessories.
2006-11-11 13:05:43 · answer #2 · answered by rocky 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I would reject both brands. My main reason is that neither brand manufacture or design their own cameras anymore. They both purchase and license their cameras from other companies.
HP is known for computers and Kodak knows film and developing. Kodak did have a jump on the digital market about seven years ago, but has lost plenty of ground when the likes of Canon and Nikon jumped into the market.
I'd focus on the two superstars in the digital world (Canon and Nikon) and purchase the brand and model you like best.
Visit your local pro camera shop and try some cameras out.
2006-11-11 19:23:14 · answer #3 · answered by mcenut 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why limit your choice only within the two (HP and Kodak). Please see the following reviews before making the final plunge:
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2006-11-11 11:28:42 · answer #4 · answered by Hafiz 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
HP by a long shot.
The reason why is that it is a better name and better quality. Kodak has in fact, lost a lot of ground in the digital market because it cannot compete with HP, Sony, Nikon, etc.
Go with the HP, it is by far the better choice.
2006-11-11 12:01:38 · answer #5 · answered by Chopper 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I guess if you are comparing the 2 brands, Kodak will be a better choice as it has been in the photo finishing line for a long time. However, you need to be fair by comparing model by model. As far as i know, kodak is the 1st to come out with digital camera plus the actually min. the number of button so as to be as user friendly to the comsumer as possible.
I will recommend Kodak Dx 6440 if you are looking for one that is mid range as that camera has semi-manual function. Excellent model however dicontinued... can try you luck in looking for it. =)
2006-11-11 14:02:31 · answer #6 · answered by Chia E 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Kodaks are good cameras. I'm going to get a V610 when the Thanksgiving Day sales start. I like that they are video cameras as well.
2006-11-11 14:07:38 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
hi go to cnet news.com it tells you all about new updates etc. on hp /kodak cheers to u too good luck
2006-11-11 11:14:23 · answer #8 · answered by sugarlove_one 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
HP BECAUSE IT IS KOOLER
2006-11-11 11:15:40 · answer #9 · answered by alexandra 1 · 1⤊ 3⤋