BetterPhoto Q&A: Digital Cameras and Accessories

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  SD Card for Nikon D90
I am helping out a friend who lives overseas by buying a Nikon D90 for her. She said she would like two 4GB cards, which sounds reasonable to me. I know nothing about Nikon and SD cards because I u...
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September 12, 2008
 
  Canon or Sigma lense for my XTi
Hello all.I'm just about to buy a 300mm lens for my Canon XTi camera. My budget is not that big so from my research I have found a couple of possible options from which I would like to hear you...
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September 14, 2008
 
  Laptop Purchase
Hey gang!! I am looking to upgrade laptops and would like any suggestions anyone could offer. I use my laptop mostly for processing my digital photos and currently mostly use PS Elements 6.0 and ...
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September 09, 2008
 
  Selling a Canon 5D body
I have been shooting with two Canon 5D bodies for a while and have decided to sell one of them. It is in excellent shape and has had the best of care, sensor cleaning only done by a Professional s...
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September 08, 2008
 
  Which camera to buy?
I am torn between which camera to purchase. I am going between a Canon 40d and Canon Xsi. I need the live shooting window on the back and like the 10 plus megapixal? Which one do would you buy??...
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September 05, 2008
 
  SanDisk 4 GB Extreme III CF card on a Canon XTi??
Hi, I have a Canon XTI camera and currently have a 4Gb Extrem II CF card; however, I'm planning to buy another 4Gb CF card and my question is: will it work a CF Extreme III card on my XTI?Reaso...
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September 02, 2008
 
  Digital camera to buy to shoot jewelry for website
I am new to your community. Hello.I have shot photos with a digital camera for eBay selling. Nothing complicated.I am going to soon launch a website to sell my crafted jewelry and need to know wh...
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September 02, 2008
 
  Need help deciding on camera!!!!
I currently own a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1 and I love my camera but as my son get's older and more into sports and more vacations planned, I'm looking to upgrade my camera. I have been looki...
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August 27, 2008
 
  Comparison: Canon 40D & Rebel XSI
I am looking to buy a D-SLR. I can't decide between the Canon 40D or XSI. I am looking for some feedback from current users of either camera. I've read reviews on both cameras but would li...
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September 06, 2008
 
  Canon Lenses and other compatible brands
I have a Canon EOS Rebel xti Digital SLR. I have two lenses a 70-300mm and the other one that came with my old film Canon Rebel, I think it's 28-80mm. I'm getting married next year and we...
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August 22, 2008
 
  Studio Lighting Equipment - What To Buy
I have been doing outdoor location photography for quite some time now, and am ready to open up a small studio in the basement of my home. I am trying to figure out what lighting system to purchas...
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September 05, 2008
 
  Nikon D40x upgrade
I own a Nikon D40x, and it has been a great camera. I am looking to upgrade to a Nikon D300. I take protrait shots of friends, family and pets, but I love doing nature photography, and I love pla...
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August 21, 2008
 
  Looking for a sturdy camera backpack for hiking
I'm going to be spending about a week in Rocky Mountain National Park (the 1st week of Sept). I'm going to be doing a lot of walking/hiking and want something sturdy for my camera equipment...
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August 25, 2008
 
  What lens should I use?
Hello everyone. I have a Nikon D40 with a Nikon AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm, a digital high definition 2x telephoto lens, a digital high definition 0.5x wide angle lens, and a Nikon AF Nikkor 70-300 mm. I ...
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August 19, 2008
 
  Macro Lens Nikon
I am fairly new to digital SLR photography. I have a D50 and been shooting for a little over a year. I would like to do some more close up macro work. I would like to pick up a macro lens for my Ni...
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August 18, 2008
 
  Tripod? Who needs a tripod :)
http://www.metacafe.com/watch/1041948/1_image_stabilizer_for_any_camera_lose_the_tripod/This is great, try it...
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August 15, 2008
 
  Lens selection
Hi Guys, I am looking for expert / professional advice and that's exactly why I am posting my question here as I see there are a lot of really talented people who know what they are doing....I ...
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August 12, 2008
 
  Need your expert opinion ...onOlympus E-510
Hi there,I am a beginner planning to buy my first DSLR and think that Olympus E-510 DSLR with 14-42mm and 40-150mm lens package will suit me fine. I am interested in taking Macro shots as well as p...
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August 09, 2008
 
  what lense to get?
i am new to photography and recently purchased a Nikon d40 with the standard 18-55mm lens.i purchased jims book to help me along and its just left me feeling like I dont have the lens to create hal...
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August 07, 2008
 
  Studio Equipment
My husband just told me to buy some studio equipment because I have just really gotten into doing portraits and once winter sets in I will need it! I'm just starting out so I didn't need ...
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October 23, 2008