BetterPhoto Q&A: Digital Cameras and Accessories

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  How to usb flash drives work?
I'm still new to the digital photography but I remember reading about a way to upload your memory of your memory card onto something why your out in the field so you can use more of your memory...
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July 19, 2008
 
  Best Startup Lens
I'm buying a Canon 40D camera as a gift. It comes with the 28-135 lens. I know basically nothing about these high tech cameras. I'm hoping that lens is a decent one. I just want to get a se...
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July 21, 2008
 
  Crystal Clear Telephoto lens? Ideas?
Hi Guys, I'm currently selling my Sigma 70-200mm f2.8 nikon mount lens and was looking for a different one. The sigma wasn't as clear as I thought it could be, don't get me wrong, it...
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August 14, 2008
 
  best compact digital camera
I am looking to supplement my gear with a compact digital camera. I have used Canons and Kodak, but have read about Fuji and the rave seems to be the Panasonic Lumix. I am looking for short shutt...
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July 16, 2008
 
  uprgrading to a pro dslr - advice?
I have been shooting with an older digital rebel for years and am finally making the leap to a pro camera. The rebel lenses will not work on the full-frame models, so compatibility is unfortunately...
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July 17, 2008
 
  cost of lenses...
Why is it that Nikon lenses are so much more expensive than their Canon equivalents? Are they really that much sharper/faster that they're worth another $400-$3000? I know right now I'm ser...
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July 14, 2008
 
  NIKON D-80 SLR
I am thinking of buying my first SLR after using a Cannon A95 Powershot Digital camera for four years. You can check some of my pictures at my gallery.After reading various forums on the web. I thi...
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July 11, 2008
 
  Which body to go with?
So I am currently shooting with a Nikon D40 and the 18-55mm kit lens and a 55-200mm VR lens, but am looking to upgrade. Whichever body I got with, I think I'm going to start saving for the 24-7...
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July 13, 2008
 
  Neutral Density Filters
I have 3 different lenses and need to buy a ND filter for each. As I want to get the best I can afford, what gradient is recommended if I only plan to get one per? a 4? an 8?Thanks, Susan...
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July 10, 2008
 
  Choice of lens to buy
I use a Nikon D70 camera body. I am looking to purchase a lens 18/28-200/300 with Image Stab. I would like some info and recommendations of the following 3 lenses:1. Sigma 18-200 3.5-6.3 DC OS2. ...
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July 09, 2008
 
  BATTERY PACKS FOR METZ CL4 FLASH
I have a couple of Metz CL4 flashes that I charge using a Quantum battery pack. It does a great job, but I would like something smaller and lighter that does the job as well or almost as well. I ...
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July 07, 2008
 
  Carrying Camera on Bike Tour
I'm going on a week-long bike tour later this month and I need to figure out some way to carry my digital SLR camera (Nikon D60) while biking. I like to travel light but don't want to risk...
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August 11, 2008
 
  Suggestions for Digital P&S with High Zoom & ISO
Hi all!I currently have a Canon XTI DSLR, great f2.8 lenses & accessories and am looking for an additional digital point & shoot that has 8+ MP, at least 5x zoom and a high ISO cabability (...
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July 05, 2008
 
  50mm AF Verses 50mm Manual
can someone tell me the pros and cons of having a Nikon 50mm 1.4 autofocus compared to a Nikon 50mm 1.4 manual focus? I have a D50-will that make a difference on which one I would buy? would love t...
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July 09, 2008
 
  Getting set up - printer & backgrounds
I've been doing photography for quite awhile now and always have done more outdoor shooting. I've been approached about doing some more studio type shooting at events. They want to have a...
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July 05, 2008
 
  Sandisk Ultra II, Extreme III or Extrme IV?
Hi all. I am in the need to buy a new compact flash card for my new dslr-a200. I am just wondering if there is any real speed difference between the cards above and if so, if it is something I wo...
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July 06, 2008
 
  Choosing my first Lens
Ok, so I'm pretty sure (97%) that I am going to go with the Canon EOS Rebel XSi (450D) camera - but I've been reading that the kit lens (18-55mm IS) and the base telephoto lens (55-250mm IS...
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July 29, 2008
 
  canon xsi compatible with canon rebel ti
I am looking to get a canon xsi or canon xti right now I am using film and have the canon rebel ti will the lenses that I have for my rebel work on the digital xti or xsi ? just wondering if I wou...
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July 03, 2008
 
  Studio Lighting: Barn Doors?
I have 4 Photogenic PLR1000DRC lights and was wondering if I need to buy 4 barn doors or will just 1 or 2 serve my needs. I'm more of a photojournalist, but I also work as a portrait photograp...
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July 08, 2008
 
  Tokina, Tamron or Sigma wide angle lens?
I will be going to the Grand Canyon in September, and would love to have a wide angle lens to shoot the vast expanse of the Canyon. I have a Canon Rebel XT w/ an EFS 17-85mm and EF 75-300mm. The ...
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July 15, 2008