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Cheapest and best point-and-shoot digital camera [closed]
Which is the best and the cheapest point-and-shoot, digital camera that has at least 12 mega-pixels?
I want to use the camera for:
1) Taking pictures that I can then use in Power Point presentations ...
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Photography: the technical side [duplicate]
I love photography.
To be honest, I've never seriously taken even one photo, but I love it. Looking at other people's work on sites like 500px and other discussions on this site, it really makes me ...
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What DLSR should I buy? [duplicate]
I am pretty much a beginner in photography. But I want to buy new a camera and lenses, so I need your help.
Is it better to spend more money for the body or for lenses?.
Whic DSLR camera is good for ...
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Stationary, short range stills camera that is computer controlled
I have a specific project where I need to control a bank of cameras from a computer.
I don't know much about cameras beyond my iPhone autofocus so I will describe this as best I can, corrections ...
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Getting the right DSLR from the very beginning [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Are there disadvantages to a prosumer camera for a beginner, aside from cost?
I would like to get a DSLR. As a beginner, I'm tempted by Canon T4i, Canon D7 and Nikon ...
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Camera to align my passion and purpose [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
What should I look for when shopping for my first DSLR?
I need great recommendation to buy a camera which aligns my passion and purpose. I own cannon SX20 since three ...
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Best easy-to-carry-around Canon (or ANY OTHER) camera plus lenses for bird /wildlife/landscape photography (hobby)?
Apologies for the long post..Just want to give as much info as possible.
I am looking for a suitable camera & lens. Open to suggestions!
Initial plan was to buy a Canon 600d.
This is a hobby ...
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What specifics does a street style/detailed photography camera + lens need to have? Buying a new camera, got £1000 to spend
I got a 1000 £ to spend on a new camera + lens. I will be doing Street style photography and portraits. What does a camera for this use need to have? What lens/ how many mm is best for Portrait Vs. ...
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Would these lenses fit my future Nikon D7000?
I am in the progress of choosing my new equipment. First of all I have picked the Nikon D7000, it seems like a very nice camera, and it is not that expensive. I could go Full-Frame but seeing the ...
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What camera and lens do I need to get started doing sports photography?
I want to find a camera and lens that will for work for sports photography, specifically soccer and basketball. I would like to be able zoom in across the field for some good action shots.
I am ...
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What camera should I buy for a Photography College student?
My younger sister is going to college to study photography, and I want to surprise her with a camera this holidays. I'm no camera expert (but I've been doing my research).
Should I go lower-entry ...
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Should I upgrade my camera or lens to shoot pro hockey games?
I've gotten the opportunity to shoot pro hockey games. My current gear doesn't cut it:
Nikon D70
Nikon 18-70mm F/3.5-4.5 Kit lens
Nikon 70-300mm F/4-5.6 D
Nikon 50mm 1.8D
Monopod
From where i'm ...
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4answers
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What is the best camera to buy for a child to help them learn about photography?
I have a seven year old daughter who is keen on getting a camera for Christmas. She is able to look after possessions (is very safe with her violin from school) although this is a recent development. ...
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2answers
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What kind of camera should a serious enthusiast buy after ditching a point and shoot?
I'm trying to decide what kind of camera to purchase. At first I had it in my head that I needed a dSLR and I've asked a couple questions before on this forum to help me figure out which ones I like. ...
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Is buying a camera and trying things yourself the best way to learn?
I love photos and every thing related to them. I want to begin in this field as a hobby, then become a professional in time. Some people have advised me that the best way to learn photography is to ...
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Is there a camera that operates silently, suitable for use at a wedding?
I would like some advice or suggestions for a camera to use at a wedding.
I normally use a Pentax K-5 (which is quiet enough) and a Pentax K-r (which is noisy) but I have a wedding to shoot with a ...
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What is a good stationary setup for taking pictures of small paper goods?
I'd like to set up a stationary indoor photography station for quickly taking pictures of small paper goods such as:
Boxes (small)
Paper
Large pictures
Books (covers)
Mugs
Plates
I would like to ...
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How can I finalize my choice between Canon PowerShot SX30 and Nikon P500?
I'm going to a purchase fixed-lens camera with large zoom.
Currently, the main candidates are Canon's PowerShot SX30 IS and Nikon's Coolpix P500. For both of them, I've read several good reviews. How ...
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How can I tell which compact super-zoom camera is better for me?
I am planning to buy a compact super zoom camera and am not able to decide between Sony DSC HX9V and Nikon Coolpix S9100. Both have comparable specs and I am not proficient enough to tell which one is ...
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Does a Point and Shoot camera with great Auto mode exist?
I'm canon 7D shooter and I feel completely uncertain when buying a camera for my dad. Tech specs are not a good indicator of how user friendly a camera is.
Does a point and shoot camera exist that ...
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What should I look for in a second-hand DSLR with a nice long zoom lens?
I am considering buying a cheap second-hand DSLR with a nice long zoom lens (at least up to 200mm) for photographing nature in particular. I have a lovely Panasonic LX5 which takes great macro ...
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compact camera for my son?
The guy is 9 yr old, and appears to enjoy taking photos. I don't think I'll give him access to my camera system and lenses. :) But I'm thinking to find him a neat little compact camera.
Requirements: ...
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What's the best digital still camera under $650 US? [closed]
Please suggest a digital still camera under $600. My preliminary choises are:
- Sony Alpha NEX-C3
- Canon PowerShot G12
I am looking for a compact camera. Not DSLR. A small camera that I can get to ...
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What is a good camera for a beginner looking to learn it all from a technical standpoint?
I am a graduate student in image processing and computer vision, and I'd like to get into photography. I want to purchase a camera that isn't a black box, where I can experiment and learn about how ...
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Advice needed for purchasing a new camera or/and lens
My favorite shots are:
Reflections
Shadows
Water droplets and flowing water
Clouds and fog
Burning tubelight and running fan
Macro shots of food and plants
I am not much interested in portrait ...
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Are there any options for a very cheap, small, and reasonably fast camera?
I'm a happy DSLR owner, but I'm looking in the opposite direction here: I want a really small (smaller than the regular P&S) and cheap (ideally below $50) digital camera.
Given those two ...
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I was looking at the Nikon D90, but it's discontinued. What should I choose instead?
I am currently in the process of gathering data about Nikon as I will be getting my very first DSLR soon! On nikon Japan, D90 has been added to the discontinued category. I was thinking of getting ...
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What are the pros/cons of a Canon SX30IS compared to Fuji HS 10 / HS 20?
I have narrowed my search for a long zoom camera down to two cameras...
The Canon SX30IS
The Fuji HS 10, or the soon to be released HS 20
The Canon has a longer zoom (35 vs 30), articulating ...
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I'm getting started in photography and taking a photography class — what camera should I buy?
For a long time, I wanted to start as hobbyist photographer, thus soon I will be taking a photography class in my city where I will be able to learn the basics of photography.
At this point my ...
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What medium format film camera should an SLR guy look at?
Ok, I know the SLR world pretty well, I've owned Pentax, Canon, and now Nikon film SLRs, from the '80s to the naughties.
But I know nothing about medium format cameras, so I need your advice!
My ...
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What should I look for when shopping for my first DSLR?
I am thinking of buying a digital SLR camera. What things should I be looking for?
