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Old 06-26-2004, 07:35   #3
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Re: Digital Cameras
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Originally posted by NousDefionsDoc
What does a QP need in the way of a digital camera?
I agree with K on most of that.

A camera is like a gun in that the small, cheap one you have with you is better than the best, most expensive one you left at home.

I like having the max possible optical zoom within the class, the most MP I can afford, common rechargeable batteries, which can be replaced by dry cells like AAs if necessary, and a common media like a SmartCard or XD which will allow at least 50 pics to be stored, more if possible.

It would be nice if a water/weather proof model were available, but there are few good choices with that capability. I just use a Ziplock bag

There are a lot of Digicam review sites which allow you to see what is available within the class and price range you select.

I am currently using a Fuji FinePix 2600, which is a small point and shoot 2MP camera, easily carried and used, cost about $200 new.

I am looking to upgrade to a larger, more advanced camera for home/pre-planned use. Currently, it is looking like the Fuji FinePix S5000, which is a 3 MP camera with a 10x optical zoom, costing about $300.

HTH.

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