BetterPhoto Q&A: Digital Cameras and Accessories

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  Beginner camera with some room for growth
Hi,I am looking to get an SLR camera and need some advice. I would like to get one that can grow with me as I improve my skill. I have a new daughter and would like to capture her childhood and fu...
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December 04, 2008
 
  Canon Rebel XS vs. Canon 40D
My brother-in-law is looking to buy a new camera as wondering if it was worth the extra money to spend on the Canon 40D vs. the Canon Rebel XS? I have a Canon Rebel XT and like it a lot but have ne...
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January 22, 2009
 
  650-1300mm f/8-16 Manual Focus Lens
This lens is not necessarily for digital but has anyone any experience with it?ThanksJoyce...
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December 03, 2008
 
  Teleconverter for Nikon D40?
Looking into teleconverter...I've heard mixed things about even using them. Then I've seen some info that you can't use them on a Nikon D40 (maybe that's just some of them). Then I&...
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December 01, 2008
 
  Cable Release question - what to buy?
I scanned the previously asked questions and they are pretty old - back to 2004. I have a digital rebel xti and I am wanting to get a cable release. How in the world would one know what to buy? I ...
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December 07, 2008
 
  Lighting brands
I was looking at buying a small wireless set of strobe lights that I found online. The brand is "Fancier".some of the specs are: Output: 45 WSPower: 110V-50Hz / 60Hz Wire Back The Interval: 4-6 (se...
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November 21, 2008
 
  Need Lens Advice (Purchasing a Nikon D80)
Hi There,I am buying a Nikon D80 and need advice as to the lens I should get with it. I most often do portrait work (not much scenic or wildlife). I do however have a 4 yr old son that is constan...
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November 21, 2008
 
  Lens and Camera Compatibility
We have two lenses that were used with an old Pentax K1000 and are looking to buy a digital SLR. What would be compatible compatible with these lenses?...
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November 20, 2008
 
  Advice for going digital
I am considering converting to digital, but I am not sure which camera to buy? I have a bronica 645 that I have used for years for family portraiture. I would like to convert, but I am very apprehe...
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November 25, 2008
 
  Basic Studio Lighting
I'm looking for some good advice about what kind of lighting I would need for an event. I'm photographing a small dance and we want to set up an area to take pictures of couples and groups ...
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November 23, 2008
 
  nikon camera
I have been using a Nikon D70 camera for about 4 years now and would like to up grade and use this one as a back-up. What do you recommend for the next step up from this camera? Appreciate any advi...
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November 18, 2008
 
  WHICH CAMERA TO BUY
I have a budget of $1200 and am presently using a Canon Rebel K2, with a kit lens (28-90mm) and a 75-300mm 1:4-5.6III lens. I have decided to go digital and am wondering what I ought to buy.....My ...
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November 15, 2008
 
  New Tamron 18-270mm Lens
Hello Everyone,Has anyone heard anything (good or bad) about the new Tamron 18-270mm Di II VC lens? I was actually considering selling my Canon 24-105mm f/4L & 70-300mm IS if the new Tamron is...
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November 26, 2008
 
  Lenses- telephoto, dark
I am pretty ignorant to many things about photography, and completely 'self teaching', so please help me :). I have a Canon 5D and a 20D for back-up. Last year I went into a camera store an...
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November 21, 2008
 
  Panasonic Knowledge
Okay, I am upgrading my equipment slowly as I can afford. I am jumping into the Digital World and I have 2 affordable choices in mind. Can anyone give some feedback on the Lumix FZ50 and the FZ28...
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November 12, 2008
 
  Can anyone give me their opinion on Kubota Tools?
Can anyone give me an opinion on Kubota Artistic Tools? I am considering purchasing the starter pack (Vol.2 & 3, and Production tools). I'm just wondering if it is worth the investment.Th...
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November 08, 2008
 
  OMG, What Did I Do?
Well, I just bought the new 50D. Certainly wasn't planning on it yet, but I had a terrible accident with my equipment this weekend.While hiking in a park to do some landscape photography, my ca...
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October 30, 2008
 
  Any Fuji Pivi owners here?
Hi,I've just discovered the Fuji Pivi portable printer (only sold in Japan, except on eBay), and was wondering if any of you know about it, or own one and can share your experiences with it?Tha...
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October 28, 2008
 
  With digital photos, is a graduated lens needed?
I just talked to a local photography store, asking about a graduated neutral density lens, and the fellow said that, with digital cameras, most people aren't bothering with those any more becau...
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October 23, 2008
 
  Canon 50mm F1.8 vs 85mm F1.8
I bought the canon 50mm lense when I bought my camera. I have been doing a little research, and now I'm told that my indoor pics will be better with the 85mm lense instead. I do ALL portrait sh...
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October 18, 2008