http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info Digital Camera and SLR Buyer Guide Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:23:15 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Digital Camera Basics - A primer Digital cameras are confusing to a lot of new users. In this basic guide to digital camera technology we hope to try to give digital beginners at least some basis to use in deciding which digital camera is appropriate for them. When shopping for a ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/digital-cameras-a-beginners-guide/2008/07/02/  Casio Exilim EX-Z80Smaller, lighter, more powerful (by Conrad H. Blickenstorfer) In January of 2008, Casio introduced the Exilim EX-Z80. It's a small 8-megapixel ultra compact with a list price of US$199. As one of three new members of Casio's "Zoom" family, the EX-Z80 replaces the 7.2 megapixel Exilim EX-Z77 which we reviewed ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/casio-exilim-ex-z80/2008/07/02/  Casio Exilim EX-Z100 and EX-Z20010-megapixel cameras with 4X zoom (by Conrad H. Blickenstorfer) Casio introduced the Exilim EX-Z100 and Z200 to the US market in January of 2008. It's a pair of ultra-compact 10-megapixel cameras that come in a variety of colors. We're describing them both in the same review since the ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/casio-exilim-ex-z100-and-ex-z200/2008/07/02/  Casio Exilim Pro EX-F1Superfast camera with 12X zoom (by Conrad H. Blickenstorfer) The Casio Exilim Pro EX-F1, introduced in January of 2008, looks like no other Casio camera before, and it can do thing no other digital camera available to consumers can do. Casio's corporate slogan is "Expect the Unexpected," but even ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/casio-exilim-pro-ex-f1/2008/07/02/  Olympus Stylus 850 SW8 megapixel now, several improvements, and still shockproof, freezeproof and waterproof (by Carol Cotton Walker) The shock and waterproof Olympus Stylus 850 SW was introduced in January of 2008 as part of the company's big winter announcement that included no fewer than nine new consumer cameras. The 850 SW ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/olympus-stylus-850-sw/2008/07/02/  Olympus Stylus 1030 SW10 megapixel, shockproof, freezeproof and waterproof to 33 feet (by Conrad H. Blickenstorfer) Right upfront, scuba divers and people who love the rugged outdoors, no matter what it will throw at them, will adore the new 10-megapixel Olympus Stylus 1030 SW. This new top-of-the-line model in Olympus' SW (Shock ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/olympus-stylus-1030-shockproof-waterproof/2008/07/02/  Nikon Coolpix S600Advanced 10-megapixel ultra-compact with 4X zoom and optical vibration reduction (by Conrad H. Blickenstorfer) The Coolpix S600 is one of two 10-megapixel cameras introduced by Nikon in January of 2008 as part of its Spring lineup. Why two 10-megapixel cameras that, at first look, are very similar? Because there are ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/nikon-coolpix-s600/2008/07/02/  Nikon Coolpix S550Stylish 10-megapixel ultra-compact with 5X zoom (by Conrad H. Blickenstorfer) When Nikon revealed its Fall 2007 lineup, something was missing: a 10-megapixel camera. The S-Series models jumped from 8 (S510) to 12 megapixel (S700). This oversight has now been addressed with not one but two new 10-megapixel cameras, the S550 ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/nikon-coolpix-s550/2008/07/02/ Photographing fireworks Taking photos of fireworks can be tricky so plan in advance. Arrive before the show begins to find an unobstructed view of where the fireworks display will appear. Make sure you're in a place where people will not constantly walk in front of you. However for some shots, it's perfectly ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/how-to-photographing-fireworks/2008/07/02/ I’m sitting in a café doing an odd thing. Watching someone take photos of cupcakes. What’s unusual about the scene is not that someone is taking the photos. It’s that it isn’t me clicking the shutter. As a professional food photographer, I’m usually the one on that side of the camera, ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/guide-to-photographing-food/2008/07/02/ If your camera breaks or malfunctions, it could be covered by a warranty. Why pay money if you can get it fixed for free? Sometimes inducing a manufacturer or electronics store to do the repairs can be a challenge, though. Here are some tips on getting you warranty honored. Although you ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/get-your-digital-camera-warranty-honored/2008/07/02/ Underexposed (dark) photos Why it happens Underexposure simply means that not enough light made it into your camera, resulting in a dark photo. Numerous things could make this happen: The lighting in the room is inadequate. You're standing too far away from your subject. Your shutter speed (how long the camera's shutter stays open) is ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/five-common-photography-mistakes-and-how-to-prevent-them/2008/07/02/ Introduction Auto Mode (default) Benefit of using this mode: Taking good shots quickly, when you don't have time to select a special shooting mode. How it works: Camera automatically selects the best settings for your subject. » Back to top Landscape Benefit of using this mode: Captures detailed scenes of distant objects, such as mountains or city skylines. How it works: Camera ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/guide-to-digital-camera-shooting-modes/2008/07/02/ What is a file format? If you look at the file name of any of your digital photos, you'll notice something like ".jpg" at the end. That indicates the format in which your file has been saved. Although there have been several file formats throughout the history of digital photography, only ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/guide-to-digital-camera-photo-file-formats/2008/07/02/ White balance – Digital cameras have the ability to adjust the color based on the lighting situation where they are used. This is known as white balance. The cameras use white as a reference and adjust the color balance to give as true as possible a white, correcting all the other ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/digital-photography-glossary/2008/07/02/ Consider your needs When choosing a digital camera its helpful to know a little about what you want from it. What will the main purpose of the camera be? If you like landscapes or group shots of people or shots inside, such as parties or events, you may require wide angle ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/compact-cameras-buying-guide/2008/07/02/ Video clip recording To capture a video clip, select the video mode and press the shutter release button Many digital cameras can capture video clips. While none of them will produce the quality of a dedicated video camera, some are substantially better than others. The best video-clip quality currently available from a ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/what-else-can-my-digital-camera-do/2008/07/02/ The next generation of David Baileys could be on their way sooner than you think! This summer, the world’s number one infant and pre-school toy company, Fisher-Price launches the first digital camera designed specifically for preschoolers – the Kid-Tough™ Digital Camera. The Kid-Tough™ Digital camera combines all the technology you would ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/the-fisher-price-kid-tough%e2%84%a2-digital-camera/2008/07/02/ Digital Camera Tips And Tricks How do I prevent getting the "red-eye" effect? How many of you have gotten pictures with the "red-eye", the "devil-eye" look? The red eye is caused by the light bouncing off the back of the eyeball and you actually get to see inside the eye. How do ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/digital-camera-tips-and-tricks/2008/07/02/ Adjusting Your Digital Camera's Exposure What does "exposure of the image" mean and how does it affect my digital camera's photos? In photography, the term "exposure" refers to how we control the lightness and the darkness of the image. The exposure is controlled by the camera's light meter. Whether you control the ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/adjusting-your-digital-cameras-exposure/2008/07/02/ http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/point-and-shoot-vs-fully-digital-slr/2008/07/02/ Newcomer Photo habits Special occasions Kids and other family Vacations Primarily 4"x6" and 5"x7" prints Camera recommendation Simple and intuitive No manual settings Fewer megapixels than a more expensive model (but enough to give you great snapshots and photo prints) Plastic body (instead of metal) Printing partner The easy-to-use HP Photosmart A626 compact photo printer is perfect for professional-quality prints anywhere without ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/which-photographer-are-you/2008/07/02/ 10.5 Megapixels 3x Optical Zoom Schneider Kreuznach Lens 2.5" Intelligent LCD Screen New Advanced DRIM Engine Image Processor Face Detection Smart Touch User Interface 14 Scene Modes Function Description Photo Help Guide Self Portrait Function Advanced Movie Mode (MPEG-4) Dual Image Stabilisation: Optical Image Stabilisation and Digital Image Stabilisation High Sensitivity ISO 3200 Auto Red eye fix Multi Slide Show (*via redemption) Description The Samsung NV40 is ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/samsung-nv40-105-megapixel-digital-camera-with-face-detection-technology-black/2008/07/02/ 10.2 Megapixels 24mm Ultra Wide 3.6x optical zoom Schneider Lens Dual Image Stabilisation (OIS & DIS) 2.5" AM-OLED Screen Powerful DRIM II Engine- Image Processor High Definition Movie Recording (720p) HDMI CEC (Optional HDMI cradle) Smart Touch Use Interface Face Detection AF & AE High Sensitivity ISO 3200 Function Description & Photo Self Help Guide Self Shot (*via redemption) Description High Definition Movie recording at ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/samsung-nv24-hd-102-megapixel-digital-camera-black/2008/07/02/ Image Sensor Type 1/1.8" (1.41cm) CCD Effective Pixel Approx. 10.1 Mega-pixel Total Pixel Approx. 10.3 Mega-pixel Lens Focal Length Schneider Lens f = 7.3 ~ 21.9mm (35mm film equivalent : 34 ~ 102mm) F No. F2.8 ~ F5.2 Digital Zoom Still Image mode : 1.0X ~ 5.0X Play mode : 1.0X ~ 11.4X (depends on image ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/samsung-digimax-nv15-101-megapixel-digital-camera-with-face-detection-technology-with-free-travel-guide/2008/07/02/ Sensor resolution: It's on the sensor, which is composed of elements sensitive to sunlight, that the image is created. Each of these elements registers one of the points (called pixels) that create the picture. The more there are, the more you can blow up the picture and the higher the quality ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/what-you-need-to-know-when-choosing-a-digital-camera/2008/07/02/ What Camera for what user? To choose a camera ask yourself what you need to get out of it and what you will use it for. Then compare prices for digital cameras. What type of photographer are you? If you have the answer to this question, the choice won't be difficult. ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/what-camera-for-what-user/2008/07/02/ In order to choose the right camera--one with the right set of features at the right price--you'll need to figure out what you'll be doing with it. Match your needs to one of these user profiles. Snapshooter I want to take photos that I can e-mail to friends and family, post on ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/what-kind-of-digital-camera-most-best-suite-for-me/2008/07/02/ First, Let's talk about each of them first. CMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor) is a type of image sensor. In effect, it is the "eye" of a camera phone, digital camera, or video camera. It is a device similar to a computer chip, which senses light focused on its surface, like ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/cmos-or-ccd-what-are-them/2008/03/15/ Since the very first digital camera, this one term has been shrouded in mystery. It has been the defining feature on digital cameras for years and has been built up and hyped to no end. The megapixel race has boiled down to a catch phrase: "more is better". It makes sense why ... http://digital-camera-buy-guide.info/what-is-megapixels-truth-mega-pixel/2008/03/15/