[GeoStL] Re: NGR- Camera Advice?
- From: "Richard Sheffold" <GC-RGS@xxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Tue, 18 May 2010 11:29:06 -0500
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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-----
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> Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 8:36 PM
> To: geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: [GeoStL] NGR- Camera Advice?
>
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> 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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