Canon EOS-1Ds is the world's highest-resolution professional digital camera, featuring the first-ever full-frame 35mm sensor with 11.1 million effective pixels. The EOS-1Ds captures astounding detail and color, almost doubling the resolution considered state of the art for a digital SLR camera in the world today (September 2002).
With its extremely high resolution, the EOS-1Ds is designed to meet the needs of a wide range of professional photographers--including studio, commercial, reportage, or fashion photography--who need the ultimate in digital image quality.
This camera is very similar to the EOS 1D - the only differences being a 11MB CMOS imaging chip, a slower shooting speed of 3FPS, and a huge sticker price :(
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Lynn Andrews
lynnandrewsphotography.com
member since: 8/2/2005
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Rating:
5
out of 5
I have been using this camera for about two years. I love it! It's a lot to handle and the batteries are heavy as lead, but the final product is exquisite! I took the camera to Italy with the 70-200, 2.8, IS, L series lens, and "UGH" what a load to carry on the trains and hiking, but WELL worth it. I was there for a month and took 9,000 raw photos, problem free. The sensor is a breeze to clean if you follow directions and use the proper kit. Takes less and a minute or so. Highly recommend this camera!
8/20/2008 3:18:54 PM
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Manuel Barrera
member since: 12/23/2005
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
I moved up from the 20d, after much research found that this camera would give me the more bang for the money. I am very happy with the CMOS sensor the quality of the colors is fabulous much smoother then my 20d or Rebel 350. Noise does not seem to be a problem as I found that I could take photos at lower ISO speeds, below 640 ISO. The extra mp (11.1) are very helpful in finding the correct color temperature and when I crop. The menu is straight forward easy to learn, at least after the 20d and Rebel (very similiar to the Rebel. I give it a five because the perfect camera does not exist.
10/15/2006 3:17:17 PM
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Caitlyn Manners
member since: 6/20/2006
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Rating:
4
out of 5
I dont really like the zoom that much.
6/20/2006 2:12:05 PM
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Paul Weaver
member since: 6/13/2006
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Rating:
3.5
out of 5
great full format camera, but a little slow.
6/13/2006 5:40:31 AM
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John D. Osgood
member since: 6/4/2006
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Rating:
4
out of 5
Easy to use , forgiving, good image aquisition in underwater housing.
has some problems focusing and with shooting in low light conditions
6/4/2006 7:02:13 AM
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Brian Ullmann
member since: 2/10/2006
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Rating:
4
out of 5
Love it except for the particles that accumulate on the CMOS despite careful technique. Adequate home cleaning is difficult and sending it back to Canon is a frustrating solution.
4/9/2006 1:53:35 PM
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Jana Clerico
member since: 3/26/2004
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
I just purchased this camera and have not had a chance to fully explore its capabilities. But it seems impressive so far.
4/6/2006 10:21:25 AM
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Shannon M. Hicks
member since: 3/20/2006
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Rating:
4
out of 5
My Fuji has been a great camera!! I am in the process of purchasing a Canon 30D because it has a few more features, but I really have no complaints about the Fuji
3/27/2006 9:25:21 AM
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Paige Dunn
member since: 3/6/2006
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
Manual is too long. Not specific enough.
3/6/2006 5:25:52 AM
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Leonardo
member since: 2/5/2006
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Rating:
4
out of 5
It's a nice camera
2/18/2006 12:36:09 PM
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Rachael L. Bahs
member since: 2/5/2006
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Rating:
3.5
out of 5
This is a great camera! I wish it had more speed when taking multiple pictures.
2/5/2006 4:06:59 PM
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Michael B. Colligon
member since: 7/15/2003
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Rating:
5
out of 5
This camera is near flawless.
2/2/2006 4:27:35 AM
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Kate A. Grandfield
member since: 1/26/2006
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Rating:
4
out of 5
love it
1/26/2006 5:16:13 PM
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Richard S. Moseley
member since: 1/22/2006
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Rating:
5
out of 5
Pricy but well worth it! I upgraded from the Nikon D-100 and now no longer shoot any film.
1/23/2006 12:17:26 PM
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Judith -. Feinman
judisimages.com
member since: 12/14/2005
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Rating:
4
out of 5
This camera had too much noise at high iso.
1/18/2006 6:56:37 AM
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Alia Cheikh El Haddadin
member since: 1/4/2006
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
I love the camera, superb...but it's a bit too heavy for fashion photography where the photographer has to move around to capture the right angle.
I would highly recommend it though;)
1/16/2006 7:44:59 AM
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Lieselotte Bartlett
member since: 12/30/2005
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
I am just getting to know this camera. I like the sharpness of the images. However, I notice that the camera does not necessarily have the same range as my eye has; I see more detail in the distance than appears in the picture.
12/30/2005 8:40:15 PM
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Manfred M. Klausen
member since: 12/5/2005
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Rating:
2
out of 5
I am not happy with my dsmark2: sensor cleaning, "soft" images,canon service, heavy, expensive. All my images are "dirty" and the sensor is impossible too clean well: canon service: 3 weeks only to tell you what the costs are to clean the sensor!! Advice: never buy a Canon in Holland. Manfred
12/5/2005 2:13:00 AM
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Erinn Aloi
member since: 6/3/2004
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Rating:
3
out of 5
I really like it, but i seem to have focusing issues sometimes, and it really heavy!
11/13/2005 7:19:44 AM
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LAJUANA FIELDS
member since: 11/5/2005
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Rating:
5
out of 5
I love my camera, excellent in every way.
11/5/2005 2:37:44 PM
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Kimberly M. Boatman
member since: 10/20/2005
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Rating:
4
out of 5
good range and acurace sutter speed could be better.
10/20/2005 12:53:18 AM
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Robert J. Rice
member since: 10/11/2005
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Rating:
5
out of 5
Outstanding lenses, resolution, color and flexibility.
10/11/2005 10:56:45 PM
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Peter O neill
member since: 3/9/2005
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Rating:
5
out of 5
I still admire and have no intentions of parting with this machine, even though I work also with its big brother. It has much to offer the photographer not only with its large pixel count and image quality but it is a rugged extremely well made camera. Being attuned with nearly all Canon lenses and Speedlites, it's one of the most flexible cameras to be found anywhere.
Some people say that the raw images are a little soft at factory default settings and it does show more noise than the 1D MK II and 1Ds MK II. But the latter cameras are second generation giants besides a little digital darkroom work and the images shine. It’s not a speed demon either at 3fps and the battery power can soon be consumed especially with constant image reviewing. However, for me it is a superb camera and will be with me for some time to come.
5/24/2005 2:12:52 AM
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Peter O neill
member since: 3/9/2005
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Rating:
5
out of 5
Will add to this later
5/24/2005 1:17:40 AM
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ReShan N. McClarty
member since: 4/7/2005
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Rating:
4
out of 5
The camera is much better than the Photographer :)
4/20/2005 1:48:38 PM
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Brooke Gann
member since: 2/28/2005
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
Pros: Excellent resolution, full 35 mm size sensor, Low noise, even at high sensitivities, ISO 50 offers even cleaner images, fast auto focus, Environmentally sealed camera body, ISO can be selected in 1/3 increments.
Cons: Full size sensor means that lens aberrations are more visible, Maximum sensitivity of ISO 1250, Menu system is highly frustrating, Camera weight.
2/28/2005 2:42:32 PM
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Christine Pentecost
bridgermountainphoto.com
member since: 9/30/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
New camera for my husband and I. Seems to do everything but but wash the car. I'm still learning all of the features, but so far, I really like it.
2/3/2005 12:05:20 PM
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Laura Rothschild
member since: 1/1/2005
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Rating:
4
out of 5
Very happy with the camera. Cleaning the sensor yourself is virtually impossible which is a pain since the alternative is sending it directly to Canon.
1/12/2005 7:04:25 PM
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Andy Blackmore
member since: 1/5/2005
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Rating:
5
out of 5
I have yet to reach the limit of its capabilties.
1/5/2005 7:32:16 PM
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Brian Smith
member since: 11/30/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
Love it. now kiss my ass
12/9/2004 8:57:35 AM
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MARY A. SHAW
photosbyma.com
member since: 10/26/2004
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
I find this camera has all the advantages I need. It has some features I'm not sure I will need, particularly the microphone. The pictures, to me, are as good as film.
11/5/2004 3:48:22 PM
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Jeff Rice
member since: 9/24/2004
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Rating:
4
out of 5
I just bought the camera. early predictions are it's going to be an excellent camera for the money
9/24/2004 6:45:57 AM
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Willie P
member since: 6/17/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
I love this camera!!
9/17/2004 11:11:01 PM
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Steve Parrott
LightAnon.com
member since: 9/4/2004
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Rating:
4
out of 5
The Perfect camera does not exist, and likely never will, but this one is pretty close! This is a near 12 megapixal digital SLR with a frame size the same as a 35 mm. This is great in that all lenses perform as they should without the crop factor of other dig SLRs. Image quality is great as long as the ISO is not too high. I really hope Canon addressses the noise issue in any updated version of this camera. It is not a HUGE problem though, it just requires a little time in PS to get a decent image even when shot at the max of ISO 1200. This is also a large, heavy camera, which can get tiring to lug around all day. I just use the hand stap only to save my neck! Good PS skills are almost essential with this camera. It is best to shoot in RAW and use PS CS for conversion to TIFF files. The Canon supplied RAW software leaves a lot to be desired. Overall, this is a fantastic camera CAPABLE of fantastic results, but it IS a pro camera and demands knowledge and thinking on the part of the user.
9/4/2004 4:59:09 PM
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David Wilkinson
member since: 4/9/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
What can I say. It's a monster and it rocks my world. Sad but there you go.
8/17/2004 7:54:31 AM
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Peter K. Burian
PeterKBurian.com
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Rating:
5
out of 5
On a scale of 1 to 10, this camera rates a 15.Peter Burian
7/26/2004 4:04:58 PM
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Rose Jenkins
member since: 7/6/2004
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
I love my 1Ds. Great images. RAW is awesome. It is a bit heavy but with a tripod the weight is not an issue.
7/11/2004 9:05:14 PM
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Anna R. Smith
member since: 7/4/2004
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
Very technical..still trying to learn how to use it...very heavy.
7/11/2004 5:02:11 PM
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Anna R. Smith
member since: 7/4/2004
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
Still trying to learn all the settings..it's very technical.
7/11/2004 4:53:33 PM
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Pascal Gaucher
member since: 7/10/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
love it.nothing bad about it to tell.
7/10/2004 7:43:32 PM
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Morgan Chivers
member since: 5/16/2004
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Rating:
4
out of 5
I really like this camera. Really, i only have these few negative comments:
1) the irreplacable buffer only holds four pictures, meaning that when shooting in sequence, only four pictures can be taken and it's only 3/sec
2) the backlit display turns off when you check the light meter (quite frustrating in the dark)
3) i had to completely abandon AF due to numerous occasions of the camera refusing to take the picture
4) the battery gauge only has three stops- full, almost empty, and totally empty.
these are pretty minor things... it's a really nice camera.
7/2/2004 4:19:49 PM
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Wil Hershberger
member since: 4/21/2004
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Rating:
4
out of 5
While the resolution is second to none, the buffer is too small. I find that I am constantly waiting for the camera to catch-up to the action.
6/28/2004 5:18:53 PM
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Sc Walker
member since: 6/18/2004
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
simply awsome
6/18/2004 1:04:38 AM
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Jim Mires
member since: 3/25/2003
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Rating:
5
out of 5
I just got this camera and man is it nice! EVERYTING about it seems top notch. Of course it should be for the price, I have never paid this much for anything that did not have multiple rooms or move under it’s own power:-)!
4/4/2004 9:38:20 PM
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Joshua Logan
member since: 3/29/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
what "new one"?
4/1/2004 1:55:40 PM
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Scott Stulberg
member since: 3/31/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
unbelievable....but the new one is going to be awesome.... damn
4/1/2004 1:08:43 AM
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Dave Lewis
member since: 1/9/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
An incrdible, awesome camera. The images are huge and take tons of storage space, but man they are woth it.
1/18/2004 3:07:43 PM
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Robert Ardill
member since: 1/9/2004
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
Great camera. Extremely well built. Excellent color, resolution etc. Great to have the full-frame sensor. Needs good muscles (heavy, especially with big lenses).
1/18/2004 7:59:27 AM
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Bruno Lassus
member since: 12/20/2003
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Rating:
5
out of 5
All you could expect from a camera.
12/20/2003 10:23:22 PM
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Bruno Lassus
member since: 12/20/2003
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Rating:
5
out of 5
All you could expect from a camera.
12/20/2003 10:19:42 PM
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Brian J. Magliaro
member since: 12/26/2002
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Rating:
5
out of 5
Takes great pics and lots of fun to use
11/20/2003 8:40:46 PM
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Mark R. Heffernan
member since: 11/10/2003
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
I have owned many different Canon 35mm cameras over the years and was a little leary to go digital.
When it came to buying my Canon EOS 1DS I thought this is a lot of money. Aftering spending a week with the camera, I was absolutely in love with this camera.
Simply put, Awesome.
11/10/2003 11:13:31 AM
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Stephen Harmer
member since: 10/7/2003
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
Great camera, great pictures can get heavy when using all day.
10/8/2003 11:54:46 AM
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Debra A. Oreste
member since: 9/1/2003
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Rating:
5
out of 5
LOVE this camera!!!!!!!!!
9/1/2003 8:03:00 AM
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Thomas R. Stotler
member since: 6/10/2002
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Rating:
5
out of 5
I have been using this camera for 6 months now and have used it in lots of different enviroments from very cold to hot and humid. It has lived up to it's Canon name and performed flawlessly. Since I only shoot in RAW mode, it helps to eliminate the worry about WB issues and most of the time the camera is spot on with little correction. The image quality is outstanding, period.
6/20/2003 5:33:49 AM
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Octavio A. Duran
member since: 12/20/2002
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
I just got this new camera and the few picture I have taken came out with more contrast than expected.
6/19/2003 8:50:39 PM
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