2009 May

Lens List for Michael

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/ May 20, 2009 / Leave a comment

Michael is looking for a new lens setup for his Canon Digital Rebel XSi Wants lenses that are fast and a decent zoom too. Also asked about flash, filters and lens hoods Michael currently has the Kit lens – on the early models, Rebel and Rebel Xt, the Kit lens...
Personal Recommendation for Valerie

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/ May 18, 2009 / Leave a comment

Valerie wants a camera with a big zoom and the possibility of interchangeable lenses that provide neat effects and creative opportunities. The Good news- DSLR prices are dropping and the XS is an affordable, easy to use, full-featured DSLR for ~$525 including an image stabilization lens. The bad news –...
Personalized Recommendation for Jaime

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/ May 16, 2009 / Leave a comment

Jamie wants a DSLR that is easy to operate or a top of the line Point & Shoot. She takes 100′s of photos a week and plans to frequently shoot videos too. How about a DSLR that includes HD movie mode! Released May 2008, the T1i is getting rave reviews...
Personal Recommendation for ProGression

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/ May 15, 2009 / Leave a comment

ProGression wants an ultra-compact between $200-$250. It is important that the camera has a solid movie mode and a decent wide angle lens Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5S 9MP Digital Camera with 10x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom Camera Highlights: High resolution 3″ LCD | iA mode – 7 features...
Personalized Recommendation for Steph

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/ May 15, 2009 / Leave a comment

Steph wants my best pick in a compact camera under $400. Emphasis on Movie Mode Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 10MP Digital Camera with 12x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3 inch LCD Camera highlights: 12x wide-angle optical zoom | Beautiful 3″ LCD screen | Face Detection | HD...
Personalized Recommendation for Ann

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/ May 14, 2009 / Leave a comment

Ann is looking for a stylish cam that takes good photos and great movies. Budget is $100-150 Casio Exilim EX-Z80 8MP Digital CameraCamera highlights: 8MP | 2.6″ LCD | 3x Zoom | Excellent video includes a Youtube ready mode – fit 2 hours on a 2Gb memory card. Possible Alternatives:...
Personalized Recommendation for Maggie

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/ May 13, 2009 / Leave a comment

Maggie is looking for something to replace her trusty Nikon CoolPix 5900, a 5MP camera that served her well. Budget is $250-400 Three Solid Contenders. I have ranked them in order of best value based on reviews and features. But, all three are excellent cameras and I feel confident that...
Jacquelyn is looking for a Waterproof Camera

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/ May 12, 2009 / Leave a comment

Jacquelyn is looking for a waterproof camera for occasional dive trips (up to 100′ deep), snorkeling and surf play. I am not going to recommend one of the waterproof cameras currently on the market. The entry level cameras are NOT good dive cameras and you make some sacrifices in features...
Personalized recommendation for Samantha

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/ May 11, 2009 / Leave a comment

Samantha is looking for a camera under $200 that is portable, has a big zoom and an excellent movie mode. It should be easy to use too. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ4K 8.1MP Digital Camera with 10x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom This camera has excellent near-perfect reviews on Amazon...
Personalized Recommendation for Danny

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/ May 11, 2009 / Leave a comment

Danny is looking for a camera that is portable, has a decent zoom and takes great pictures. HD video capture would be nice, but not necessary. Most pictures will be shared electronically with the occasional prints. Budget is $200-$350. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5S 9MP Digital Camera with 10x Wide Angle MEGA...