[GeoStL] Re: NGR- Camera Advice?
- From: Mike Maryan <mmaryan99@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Tue, 18 May 2010 11:40:37 -0500
-
Thanks to everyone for the advice! I definately have some ideas and thanks for
those who provided links to review sites! That was my main issue taking advice
from people I don't know! Since it has been awhile since I really looked at
cameras I was amazed by the technology that is now available! Now that I have
narrowed it down a bit I won't have to spend so much time in the stores
bothering the salesmen!
Thanks again Slaga Photo Hounds!!!
> From: GC-RGS@xxxxxxxxxx
> To: geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: [GeoStL] Re: NGR- Camera Advice?
> Date: Tue, 18 May 2010 11:29:06 -0500
>
> -
> Mike,
>
> On the serious side, I agree with Mike, Mike, and Glenn.
>
> I think anything besides a P&S camera would be overkill and not used enough
> because it's not enjoyable to carry around and has too many options and
> settings.
>
> The idea s/b to have something handy that you can always carry around and
> won't be in the way if you don't need it. I bought Charlotte a Casio about
> 4 years ago since she is mechanically declined, but she can take it anywhere
> and shoot great pictures when she wants. I use a Casio (5MP) I bought about
> 5 years ago that is 1/2 x 2 x 3.5 inches and carry it everywhere because I
> don't even know it's in my pocket. I've got a Nikon F2 SLR (film camera)
> with manual everything and she would never use it in the old days unless I
> had everything ready to go for her to push the button.
>
> The P&S camera all have good video too if they want to take something of a
> waterfall or the grandkids games. Most also have a lot of presets, such as
> sunsets, fall colors, night shots, action shots, etc.
>
> One of the arguments seems to be built-in batteries as opposed to easily
> replaceable AA or AAA batteries. Charlotte's Casio shoots 350 6MP pics on a
> charge, so it's always good for a weekend or more before charging. But
> having a set of AA's in your pocket is always good insurance too.
>
> Here is a site I've used a lot for reviews and the sample photos and videos
> show a lot about the image quality.
>
> Like the others said, everyone will have their favorite, so just about
> anything you pick will be a great camera for your mom. Getting the pics off
> the camera and onto the PC may be a different story, but that's the case
> with any camera you buy.
>
> Rich
>
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> From: "Gmail" <mikeinmo1@xxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 9:59 AM
> To: <geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Subject: [GeoStL] Re: NGR- Camera Advice?
>
> > -
> > Mike,
> > What you have described is a DSLR with multiple lenses and an external
> > flash
> > to take care of every situation. I don't think that is what your parents
> > will want to use. My suggestion, like others is to talk to the folks at
> > Schillers of Creve Coeur Camera, tell them what you are looking for and
> > have
> > them show you the latest that is available that fills your needs. My
> > personal brand preference is Nikon but Canon also makes some great point &
> > shoot cameras that will do a great job for your parents. If you get them a
> > DSLR they will probably never use or understand all of the features of the
> > camera. Not talking bad about them, just if they are not into photography,
> > most people don't care about everything that those cameras do. If you
> > don't
> > understand the camera, in most cases you (they) would be better off with a
> > high quality point & shoot.
> > Mike Henthorn
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: geocaching-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> > [mailto:geocaching-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Mike Maryan
> > Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 8:36 PM
> > To: geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> > Subject: [GeoStL] NGR- Camera Advice?
> >
> > -
> > Hey Slaga Photo Hounds,
> >
> >
> >
> > Can anyone make some suggestions about cameras for me? Like what you use
> > and
> > if you like it or not?
> >
> >
> >
> > I'm looking to buy a new camera for my parents for our trip to Alaska in a
> > few weeks, I have been searching online and reading a bunch of reviews. I
> > am looking for something that is digital and easy to use for my mom! I
> > would like something that they can use to take pictures for good outdoor
> > scenery for our trip but something that will also capture those action
> > shots
> > when taking pictures of my niece and nephews in all their sporting events
> > and doesn't need extra flashes for those indoor musicals and concerts! I
> > am
> > not looking to spend lots of money on a professional camera but would like
> > something that is not cheap either!
> >
> >
> >
> > I like the Digital SLR cameras but I am looking at the digital point and
> > shoots also! I am looking in the $500 dollar range but not limited to
> > that
> > amount. I would like something that will take good quality photos that
> > they
> > can also print photos on their Kodak Printer! Could you also suggest
> > places that you like buying your camera equipment from whether it be
> > online
> > or a local store! I have about two weeks before we leave and would like
> > to
> > buy one this week so I have time to read the manual (yes I actually read
> > manuals but my mom won't)! Although I would have plenty of time to read
> > it
> > on the plane trip out there!!!
> >
> >
> >
> > Thanks ahead of time SLAGA folks!!!
> >
> >
> >
> > TheMadChef
> >
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