Casio Exilim EX-Z70 Digital Camera Review
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Digital cameras are revolutionizing the world of home and professional photography, but they are married to memory cards just as traditional cameras are married to film. Making the best use of memory cards can have a very big impact on your enjoyment of digital photography. Choosing the right memory card for the job can be as important as choosing the right film for a traditional camera.
If you are new to digital cameras, the digital camera memory cards are the most important parts of any digital camera, without which they may not work at all. So if you are handling a digital camera or planning a purchase, you must know more about the memory cards used in these cameras.
Something many new digital camera owners find counter-intuitive is that bigger is not always better with a digital memory card. The actual response speed of your digital camera can depend greatly on the memory card it is using. The speed that your camera writes new pictures to the digital memory card is partially dependant on the transfer speed of the digital camera but is also dependant on factors in the memory card itself. Memory cards that have ?buffers? can take the data into a faster type of memory and then transfer the data from there to the slower ?flash memory? which provides the main storage of almost all digital camera memory cards. Some digital camera provide their own buffer memory to allow you to take your next picture while the previous picture is being transferred to the memory card.
When you delete an image from the memory card of your digital camera, the flash memory is ?reconfigured? because of special issues having to do with how this memory stores data. Normally this is an issue that you don't have to worry about at all. However, if you have a very large memory card and delete an image, you may experience a several minute delay while ?house cleaning? is performed on the memory card. Because of this, do not delete images while you are taking pictures. Instead wait until you are at home, your hotel or in the car before reviewing your pictures and deleting the ones you don't want. Smaller cards take less time for this ?house cleaning? so many experienced digital camera owners will choose to have more than one medium sized memory card instead of one very large one.
Now the question arises-how many memory cards are enough for your camera? On an average basis, you must have at least two memory cards for your digital camera. That is, if you are using it in a normal and average fashion.
Most professional photographers choose to carry about four to six memory cards. This helps them shoot smoothly and constantly. If they run out of memory, they just take the loaded card out and insert the fresh one. Because memory cards can malfunction (just like traditional film canisters, but not as often), you should choose to have at least two memory cards at all times. By having at least two cards, you can work with one and keep the other in reserve for emergency. Having at least one extra memory card for your digital camera will also ensure that you have the backup protection needed if you run out of space on your first card or in the possible event of the first card malfunctioning.
The next important issue is how to take proper care of these memory cards. The memory cards may seem like some small and fragile piece of technology, but they are actually fairly sturdy. The flash memory is encased in a stiff plastic shell which can withstand normal wear and handling. At one end of the memory card is either a set of little holes or copper strips. These are the sensitive part of the card. Any voltage source or a large jolt of static could corrupt the memory and probably cause permanent damage to the card. When the card is not in your camera, it is best to keep it stored in a protective case or in your camera case. Putting it in your pocket could cause a short (from your keys perhaps) or dirty the electrical contracts. There have been instances where the users have misbehaved greatly with them and the memory cards have yet survived and continued to function correctly. But, this does not mean that one should not care for them.
When it is time to transfer your data from the memory card to your PC, it is best to have a memory card reader, or have a PC with a built-in reader. The data cables provided with most digital cameras are very slow compared to the speed of a ?direct reader? and it is often easier to review, copy and delete images from a memory card when using a reader instead of through the data cable connection.
When traveling, X-Rays have never been shown to corrupt the data on, or damage, a digital camera memory card. The memory card is also not magnetic in nature so the motors in the X-Ray machine's conveyor belt should not be able to cause any harm either.
Armed with knowledge comes the power to benefit from that knowledge. If you have learned something new about digital memory cards, hopefully you will benefit by enjoying your digital camera more and finding more opportunities to take great pictures.
About The Author
Dave Saunders is a nutritional educator and published author. He enjoys writing on his many hobbies and passions. You can find other news and articles on digital cameras at http://www.aboutdigitalcameras.net.
Nikon D80 digital SLR camera provides photographers with the benefits of the popular D200 with a cheaper under-$1,000 pricetag. It features 10.2 megapixels, instant startup, in-camera image retouching and high-speed continuous shooting.
It has a high-resolution processing engine designed to streamline and accelerate performance, and use less power. Nikon boasts that the D80 can shoot up to 2,700 images on one battery charge. It uses Secure Digital memory cards.
The Nikon D80 View
This camera has a nice large and bright viewfinder, a plus in digital cameras with so many mediocre ones out there.
It also features a 2.5-inch LCD screen, where pictures can be viewed, zoomed up to 25 times and edited right in the camera. The screen also features wide-angle views, and the menu can be customized.
If you care to show off your images immediately, impress friends or clients with the built-in slide show functions. You can control the segways and the background music, and connect the camera to a TV for a bigger view.
The Need for Speed
The Nikon D80's startup is practically instant at 0.18 seconds of wait time. The shutter release lag is a trim 80 milliseconds.
For those who shoot action and sports, the Nikon D80 allows three shots per second for bursts of up to a hundred jpeg images.
Nikon D80 in Summary
Nikon is delivering an advanced hobbyist or beginner professional digital SLR body for a reasonable price, giving Nikon devotees a fine choice in the under $1,000 range. There are plenty of extra features and bells and whistles to please most photogs seeking in this budget level.
The Nikon D80 is set for release in September, with an estimated retail price of $999.95 for the body and $1,299.95 for body with 18-135mm DX Zoom Nikkor lens.
Sometimes we want to memorise our pet since it's born or funny things that they did. But somehow when that camera comes out they run and hide or they just seem to always be pointed away from the camera when you push the button. Well do not miss this chances, learn these tips that help you have a better chance at getting great pictures of your pet.
1. Don’t try to get them looking into the camera. If there is someone around who can play with your pet just get a shot of them playing with someone else. You can have the photo with the person and the pet or get close to crop the person out of the shot.
2. If your pet always runs away from you every time you pull the camera out try leaving the camera sit out where it can be seen. Take photos of other things in the home and try turning the flash off.
3. Don’t wake your pet out of deep sleep and attempt to coerce him into performing for the camera. It won’t happen. Try to take photos of your pet during their routine playtime.
4. If there is enough daylight to take photos then turn the flash off. My cat has learned to close his eyes just before the flash goes off. He learned that little trick quick too! Many times a camera flash is just too bright for them, that’s why they point away from you when they know that you’re taking photos.
5. Be prepared to grab your camera and take photos when your pet is ready, read “doing something cute.” I’ve been able to get some of the best photos of my cat when he’s just doing something on his own.
Remember don’t put pressure on your animal to perform for the camera. Think more on the lines of catch them in their natural habitat. Our pets want to make us happy and you can easily confuse them by pressuring them to look good for the camera. Also be prepared to take a whole lot of bad photos for that one really good one.
About The Author
Kelly Paal is a Freelance Nature and Landscape Photographer, exhibiting nationally and internationally. Recently she started her own business Kelly Paal Photography (www.kellypaalphotography.com). She has an educational background in photography, business, and commercial art. She enjoys applying graphic design and photography principles to her web design. Please also visit my recommend website http://new-best-camera-digital-review-cheap.blogspot.com
Nikon's P1 and P2 wireless digital cameras are easy to use and compact in size. The weakness is wi-fi can be hard to set up and the battery life is too short. This is the first camera with built in wireless connectivity, the buzz about this camera was hardcore. This is one of the few cameras that delivers advanced camera quality images, yet is easy enough for amateurs to master. Well ... this is a great, easy-to-use camera that takes incredible pictures and travels well.
Description
* 8.0 megapixels (Coolpix P1) or 5.1 megapixels (Coolpix P2)
* 3.5x optical zoom
* Large, clear 2.5-inch LCD screen
* Uses Secure Digital (SD) memory card, with 32 MB internal memory
* Still and movie shooting modes
Guide Review - Nikon Coolpix P1 and P2 Wi-Fi Digital Camera
For the first time, Nikon married two great technologies: digital photography and wireless connectivity. While the massive hubbub about this camera was perhaps more than it could deliver by the time the camera hit shelves, the P1 and P2 cameras are still among the best additions to the Nikon line.
Using Wi-Fi
The most discussed feature about this camera is the wi-fi connectivity. This camera can work with your local area network, so you can zing images wirelessly to your PC, a printer connected to your PC or network-enabled printer (with an adaptor). You can even photograph and automatically transfer all images live as you shoot.
The main issue is that it isn't easy to set up the wi-fi. Once you can overcome that initial hurdle, using it is a breeze.
Look and Feel
The camera is comfortable to hold and easy to carry. It is compact, despite its nice megapixel levels (8 megapixels on the P1 and 5.1 on the P2). It weighs just 6 ounces before you install the battery and memory card.
Great for Beginners
Although many easy-to-use cameras come at the cost of image quality, that doesn't happen here. Even a rookie can maneuver the controls easily, yet the camera delivers fine images.
The camera features lots of automatic settings such as scene modes. The menu is simple to use, and you can choose between the traditional menu or an icon-based menu. There is also a handy help button.