BetterPhoto Q&A: Digital Cameras and Accessories

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  Photo resolution
At the office we need to take digital pictures which have a resolution of 300 dpi in order for our printers to produce a quality catalogue. I am looking for advice on which camera would be best fo...
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August 26, 2004
 
  Computer monitor recommendations?
I am looking to buy a new computer monitor...probably a 19". I am overwhelmed with all that there is out there! The only reason I am replacing my current monitor is it is old and HORRIBLE for pho...
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January 09, 2005
 
  re-furbished digital cameras
i was at a local camera store this weekend and saw a refurbished canon 10D ...my question is is a good idea to buy them refurbished at the savings of a few hundred dollars....i am new too digital b...
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August 16, 2004
 
  Should I go digital
own Nikon n75. Everyone tells me digital is better. I take a lot of pictures. What would you replace my camra with and is the quality much better than film. Is 6.1 pixels quality better than film....
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August 16, 2004
 
  buying a digital camera
I own a Nikon N65 film based camera. My husband purchased a Minolta Dimage A1 digital camera. I like the digital camera but cannot use my different lenses with the digital. My questions are: Wil...
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August 14, 2004
 
  Shooting Lightning
Can I capture lightning with a digital camera? I'm a weather fanatic, love tornados, lightning, etc. I want a digital camera because of all the features, but I heard the image quality isn't...
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December 12, 2004
 
  Help with buying my first digital camera
i wanted some help in buying a digital camera. I need it to be at leasts 2.5 or higher megapixels, from $200-$280, compact, and, easy to use. if anyone has any other suggestions to that type of cam...
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August 12, 2004
 
  Saving raw image to a portable device.
I am in the process of purchasing a portable image storage device. I shoot a lot of my pictures in raw format. I would like to know if there anyone out there, that shoot raw format and save ...
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August 11, 2004
 
  Non-OEM Batteries
I've got a canon digital rebel. I love it, but I'm looking to pick up a spare battery or two (if possible). However, I'd prefer not to pay the 70 retail price tag. I was looking on ebay...
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August 11, 2004
 
  camera types
What Minolta digital camera is comparible to the canon rebel digital?...
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August 11, 2004
 
  Lenses
I have a Canon Digital Rebel with a 50mm and a 70-300 mm zoom (sigma). I am considering buying a teleconverter and a wide angle but I cant seem to find a website or book that can teach me what I ...
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August 13, 2004
 
  Recommedations for action shots
I am making the move toward a digital camera and want to find a brand/model that is particularly good with action and quick focus features. Most discussions I hear state that digital cameras are g...
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August 10, 2004
 
  Canon EOS USM IS 75-300
I would like to know if the Canon USM 75-300 IS Lense is better quality glass than the 75-300 USM III or are you just paying $225 extra for the IS feature....
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August 09, 2004
 
  Just about to buy new lens ... is it any good
hihi ... im just about to buy Canon EOS 10D Digital Rebel 100-300mm Telephoto Lens, and I just wanted to know if anybody out there knows anything about this lens, if its good or not. And also if it...
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August 07, 2004
 
  Macro lens
I have a canon powershot g3 that has a macro feature but I am not getting good result with it. Can anyone offer any help? Is is possible to buy a macro lens for this camera?...
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August 09, 2004
 
  Attn: Loren Roque -F828 + teleconverter
My only complaint about my Sony F828 is the zoom length. I particularly love birdwatching and have been disappointed in trying to photograph them. You mentioned a teleconverter in your review for...
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November 30, 2004
 
  What does the L stand for?
I have been doing a lot of reading about lenses of late and have seen many with the following example:The EF 70-200 f/4L USM I have seen someone compare this one to one with a f/2.8. What does the...
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August 05, 2004
 
  How good are Sigma lenses?
Hi to all,I placed this in a different section but though it would be better suited for this area of q & a. I am thinking about buying the following Sigma lenses for my Canon Digital Rebel and...
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August 06, 2004
 
  Teleconverter options for Dimage A2
Am I going to kick myself for choosing the Olympus TCON-17 Teleconverter over the Minolta ACT-100 ? My decision has been made by favourable opinions of the TCON-17 and the fact that it is half the ...
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August 05, 2004
 
  My First Digital Camera
I'm going to France, and I need to buy a digital camera. I don't know much about cameras and don't want to deal with too many manual features. I need a digital camera that has easy-to-u...
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August 11, 2004