[GeoStL] Fw: Re: NGR- Camera Advice?
- From: "Richard Sheffold" <GC-RGS@xxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Tue, 18 May 2010 11:45:42 -0500
-
Opps, here's the link I forgot to add:
http://www.steves-digicams.com/camera-reviews/
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From: "Richard Sheffold" <GC-RGS@xxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 11:29 AM
To: <geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: [GeoStL] Re: NGR- Camera Advice?
> Mike,
>
> On the serious side, I agree with Mike, Mike, and Glenn.
>
> I think anything besides a P&S camera would be overkill and not used
> enough because it's not enjoyable to carry around and has too many options
> and settings.
>
> The idea s/b to have something handy that you can always carry around and
> won't be in the way if you don't need it. I bought Charlotte a Casio
> about 4 years ago since she is mechanically declined, but she can take it
> anywhere and shoot great pictures when she wants. I use a Casio (5MP) I
> bought about 5 years ago that is 1/2 x 2 x 3.5 inches and carry it
> everywhere because I don't even know it's in my pocket. I've got a Nikon
> F2 SLR (film camera) with manual everything and she would never use it in
> the old days unless I had everything ready to go for her to push the
> button.
>
> The P&S camera all have good video too if they want to take something of a
> waterfall or the grandkids games. Most also have a lot of presets, such as
> sunsets, fall colors, night shots, action shots, etc.
>
> One of the arguments seems to be built-in batteries as opposed to easily
> replaceable AA or AAA batteries. Charlotte's Casio shoots 350 6MP pics on
> a charge, so it's always good for a weekend or more before charging. But
> having a set of AA's in your pocket is always good insurance too.
>
> Here is a site I've used a lot for reviews and the sample photos and
> videos show a lot about the image quality.
>
> Like the others said, everyone will have their favorite, so just about
> anything you pick will be a great camera for your mom. Getting the pics
> off the camera and onto the PC may be a different story, but that's the
> case with any camera you buy.
>
> Rich
>
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> From: "Gmail" <mikeinmo1@xxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 9:59 AM
> To: <geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Subject: [GeoStL] Re: NGR- Camera Advice?
>
>> -
>> Mike,
>> What you have described is a DSLR with multiple lenses and an external
>> flash
>> to take care of every situation. I don't think that is what your parents
>> will want to use. My suggestion, like others is to talk to the folks at
>> Schillers of Creve Coeur Camera, tell them what you are looking for and
>> have
>> them show you the latest that is available that fills your needs. My
>> personal brand preference is Nikon but Canon also makes some great point
>> &
>> shoot cameras that will do a great job for your parents. If you get them
>> a
>> DSLR they will probably never use or understand all of the features of
>> the
>> camera. Not talking bad about them, just if they are not into
>> photography,
>> most people don't care about everything that those cameras do. If you
>> don't
>> understand the camera, in most cases you (they) would be better off with
>> a
>> high quality point & shoot.
>> Mike Henthorn
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: geocaching-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
>> [mailto:geocaching-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Mike Maryan
>> Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 8:36 PM
>> To: geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
>> Subject: [GeoStL] NGR- Camera Advice?
>>
>> -
>> Hey Slaga Photo Hounds,
>>
>>
>>
>> Can anyone make some suggestions about cameras for me? Like what you use
>> and
>> if you like it or not?
>>
>>
>>
>> I'm looking to buy a new camera for my parents for our trip to Alaska in
>> a
>> few weeks, I have been searching online and reading a bunch of reviews.
>> I
>> am looking for something that is digital and easy to use for my mom! I
>> would like something that they can use to take pictures for good outdoor
>> scenery for our trip but something that will also capture those action
>> shots
>> when taking pictures of my niece and nephews in all their sporting events
>> and doesn't need extra flashes for those indoor musicals and concerts! I
>> am
>> not looking to spend lots of money on a professional camera but would
>> like
>> something that is not cheap either!
>>
>>
>>
>> I like the Digital SLR cameras but I am looking at the digital point and
>> shoots also! I am looking in the $500 dollar range but not limited to
>> that
>> amount. I would like something that will take good quality photos that
>> they
>> can also print photos on their Kodak Printer! Could you also suggest
>> places that you like buying your camera equipment from whether it be
>> online
>> or a local store! I have about two weeks before we leave and would like
>> to
>> buy one this week so I have time to read the manual (yes I actually read
>> manuals but my mom won't)! Although I would have plenty of time to read
>> it
>> on the plane trip out there!!!
>>
>>
>>
>> Thanks ahead of time SLAGA folks!!!
>>
>>
>>
>> TheMadChef
>>
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