What the most idiot-proof low-end digital camera? Emphasis on idiot.
posted by Yakuman on Nov 6, 2009 - 12 answers

I need a case for my new Olympus E-P1, but I can't find one that I like! I really love the leather one I've been seeing in pictures of the camera everywhere, but that case/strap is hard to find and exorbitantly expensive to boot ($85-$200 everywhere I've found it online). [more inside]
posted by katillathehun on Nov 3, 2009 - 3 answers

This new lens from Sigma (18-250 zoom) comes in a Pentax mount. Pentax puts their DSLR image stabilization in the camera body and not in the lens like Nikon or Canon. Yet the description for all the lenses is the same - image stabilization in the lens. Is this a case of cut&paste product descriptions or would using this lens on a Pentax camera have double image stabilization (both lens & camera body)? [more inside]
posted by GuyZero on Nov 2, 2009 - 5 answers

In 35 mm terms, how wide angle are our eyes? [more inside]
posted by history is a weapon on Nov 1, 2009 - 20 answers

What have I done to my camera (Canon Rebel Xti)? [more inside]
posted by quodlibet on Oct 31, 2009 - 22 answers

How to repair a weather balloon, in the context of aerial photography? How to do aerial photography at all? [more inside]
posted by Tufa on Oct 21, 2009 - 8 answers

Where do I go for my 102 on photography? [more inside]
posted by GilloD on Oct 20, 2009 - 15 answers

New to the DSLR world, and I need the hive mind's help with a couple questions. [more inside]
posted by chrisinseoul on Oct 20, 2009 - 19 answers

Camera question: Just bought a Samsung TL100 12.2 megapixal - slim and cute. Tried to load photos on my computer and did not work. Please help. [more inside]
posted by dmbfan93 on Oct 13, 2009 - 3 answers

My sister is going on a 3 week adventure in Nepal and is taking a 1 year old Canon Powershot SD1100 IS. She'd like to upload photos a few times while she is away to some sort of photo sharing site (flickr, photocbucket, or even facebook). She is wondering if it is possible to do this without first saving to a computer (she'll be in internet cafes) and if so how? Both she and I (obvs) are new to this digital camera stuff.
posted by Pineapplicious on Oct 5, 2009 - 11 answers

Help me buy a netbook, a low-end digital camera, and a bike. [more inside]
posted by LSK on Oct 3, 2009 - 16 answers

I'm looking for a digital camera with the ability to do some sort of "burst" mode for self-timer / self-portrait shots. Does this exist? [more inside]
posted by jameslavelle3 on Sep 30, 2009 - 12 answers

Pistol grips for camcorders? I would like to make my Canon HV30 a little less like this and a little more like this. [more inside]
posted by timshel on Sep 29, 2009 - 4 answers

What is the lowest priced IP camera with optical zoom for use as webcam to display a mountain to the public? [more inside]
posted by fenwaydirtdog on Sep 16, 2009 - 4 answers

I have a Samsung TL320 digicam, but no battery charger. Where can I obtain a charger for it, ASAP, near Berkeley, CA?
posted by zevious on Sep 6, 2009 - 1 answer

Following my previous question, I've narrowed down my camera options and done a lot of reading, but I'd love some Hivemind input. [more inside]
posted by TravellingCari on Sep 6, 2009 - 20 answers

Camera Purchase: After a long while being out of film (studies) school, I've decided I want to make a documentary. Unfortunately I'm not really up on hardware these days. Can someone tell me what I can expect to pay, what features to look for, and what camera to buy? [more inside]
posted by Napierzaza on Sep 3, 2009 - 10 answers

Do security camera DVR's record all video channels simultaneously, or do they only record one channel at a time or the multiplex all on one screen? I ask because I'm looking to set up an ultra cheap multi-cam recording setup in a small theater. [more inside]
posted by tropikal on Aug 28, 2009 - 4 answers

Using a webcam (instead of a camera) for recording changes in facial appearance over time - good or bad idea? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 27, 2009 - 2 answers

Is there an online or mail service that will convert/process Advantix or APS film rolls to digital media?
posted by plexi on Aug 24, 2009 - 3 answers

I can't figure out how to record video w/ sound in my Olympus SP-565 UZ camera. [more inside]
posted by dealing away on Aug 15, 2009 - 4 answers

What is the best digital camera to take on bike rides? [more inside]
posted by Mr. Palomar on Aug 13, 2009 - 12 answers

How do I automatically take HD scenery pictures at our old house, transmit them to our new house, and display them on our HD TV? [more inside]
posted by 925 on Aug 8, 2009 - 10 answers

When is an old camera lens good enough to influence which DSLR body to purchase? [more inside]
posted by yamel on Aug 6, 2009 - 15 answers

How can I save JPG images in Photoshop CS so that a digital camera can read them? Cheap crappy software can do this easily, but no matter what file settings I use in Photoshop, I've never been able to get any of my digital cameras to be able to read any JPG that was written by Photoshop - I have to load and re-save them with other piece of software to get them to work. Surely there is a way to make Photoshop save JPG files that cameras can read? [more inside]
posted by -harlequin- on Aug 5, 2009 - 11 answers

Help me make the absolute best of my new external camera flash! [more inside]
posted by nfg on Aug 5, 2009 - 10 answers

Can anybody suggest an inexpensive video camera that can be mounted to the ceiling of a Jazz Club, in order to give the patrons in another room, a view of the stage via Television monitor. [more inside]
posted by JamesMCS on Aug 3, 2009 - 1 answer

What should I do with an old 450 MHz Sawtooth G4 Mac running OS X 10.2? Assume that it runs well as-is and that I have $100 to spend on accessories. Bonus points to answers involving robots (for which I don't have materials for) and/or digital cameras (for which I do).
posted by infinitewindow on Jul 27, 2009 - 3 answers

My beloved digital camera just died, and I'm trying to match features. Any suggestions? I don't want it to fit in my pocket. [more inside]
posted by TravellingCari on Jul 27, 2009 - 4 answers

Question for a friend about slideshow programs for Windows PCs. She needs a slideshow display that will show the most recently downloaded picture (IE: newest image in the folder) and is pretty easy to use. Free is better, but not required. Her specific request in her own words inside. [more inside]
posted by FritoKAL on Jul 24, 2009 - 2 answers

Is there such a thing as a left-handed SLR? My fiancee has limited use of her right hand, but she's rapidly outgrowing her little Canon point and shoot. Ideally, I'd like to get her a (relatively) entry level SLR with left-handed controls. Digital or 35-mm is fine, as I'm open to whatever bizarre eastern European models the hivemind can find. Under $750 would be ideal.
posted by Oktober on Jul 22, 2009 - 24 answers

Can anyone recommend a good action, landscaping, and travel DSLR in the $~1000 range? I tend to travel around and take pictures of nature, which include landscape as well as fast-moving animals. (Low light would be nice too, but I won't hold my breath.) I have read this, but it's from '07. I'd like updated recommendations.
posted by biochemist on Jul 20, 2009 - 10 answers

I'm looking for an affordable, but still good quality camera to use for nighttime shots. My current camera is a Canon SD1000, which has an incredibly good macro mode, and takes decent pictures otherwise, but the nighttime mode leaves much to be desired. [more inside]
posted by linzenoonoo on Jul 16, 2009 - 17 answers

I received this Holga camera as an early birthday present. It uses 120 size film. Searching past questions on AskMefi suggests that it can be slightly hard to find a place to develop this type of film, and that it can be expensive unless you have your own photo scanner. Should I return it and get a 35 mm version? [more inside]
posted by bluefly on Jul 12, 2009 - 16 answers

iPhone 3G doesn't mount as a camera any more (contains list of things already tried) [more inside]
posted by AmbroseChapel on Jul 9, 2009 - 9 answers

Sub DSLR cameras that allow you to change the filename prefix or tag all photos with an alphanumeric string you can set? [more inside]
posted by machaus on Jul 3, 2009 - 11 answers

Can someone recommend a camera flash for a Canon XTi for around $120? I really want the speedlite 430 but its just out of my budget right now and I'm still basically a beginner. Is there anything comparable at that price that still offers a swivel head that can go in all 4 directions (as in, left right up down)? Can I still get good results from something at that price? the guys at the camera store are really trying to upsell me and tell me that anything at my price range will basically suck.
posted by postergeist on Jun 30, 2009 - 6 answers

I'd like recommendations of a good ~$200 film SLR for a beginner. I'll be using the kit lens for now. I can't afford a digital SLR. I know the cost of film/development adds up, but for now I just need something to get off my feet. I've been doing photography for years, but I never learned beyond point-and-shoot cameras. Something that's compact and fairly new would be great, but not required. I like to take nature and portrait shots.
posted by biochemist on Jun 29, 2009 - 31 answers

Is there any way to cannibalize this Cybershot DSC-W1, and make a digital insert for this beautiful old Kodak Retina Ia? [more inside]
posted by photomusic86 on Jun 29, 2009 - 3 answers

I have a Canon PowerShot G10 taking great pictures and VGA-resolution videos. I'm now looking for a video camera that will allow me to capture videos in HD. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by remi on Jun 27, 2009 - 3 answers

How to unstickify a camera 'on/off' switch? [more inside]
posted by chrisinseoul on Jun 22, 2009 - 2 answers

I've inherited a Canon Optura 100 1.3 Megapixel video camera. There's a tiny video of my dad on there that I want to put on YouTube for relatives. I haven't owned a video camera before and really want to learn how to use this, also for other things... but the manual is huge! I've tried sifting through it, but I have a Mac and I see nothing about Mac compatibility anywhere and I don't see any cables that look familiar. I know it *should* be easy... hellppp! [more inside]
posted by miss lynnster on Jun 21, 2009 - 4 answers

I've been thinking of buying a new point-and-shoot camera for a while. I've had some lame experiences with previous point-and-shoots (blurry photos, bad colour balance, etc), so I'm asking the green for some advice. [more inside]
posted by doctor.dan on Jun 19, 2009 - 34 answers

I'm pretty into photography. I have a pretty giant SLR that I carry around with me everywhere, with an external flash and huge telephoto lens. But it's destroying my back, and I need a small point-and-shoot for off days. I was hoping people could recommend new small digital cameras. I want a camera that has a really fast recording speed and takes relatively good pictures (with some amount of depth to them). I don't mind if it's a little more expensive, although I'd like something light weight and pocket size. And underwater function would be cool, or at least water resistance. Any ideas?
posted by slowcat on Jun 19, 2009 - 21 answers

I'm in Cambodia and just tried to upload my photos off my SD card, which I've done before. This time, the computer wouldn't show any folders, although the photos do show up on the camera - they're there! It does show there's a gig of material on there. [more inside]
posted by piper4 on Jun 18, 2009 - 8 answers

PhotographyFilter: What's the next logical step up from an 18-55mm kit lens? [more inside]
posted by the NATURAL on Jun 18, 2009 - 23 answers

Are there are any pocket-sized digital cameras that allows optical zooming while shooting in video mode? Big bonus points if it can shoot HD (720p) video. [more inside]
posted by jaimev on Jun 16, 2009 - 8 answers

I'd like to make a DIY Google StreetView clone. I have a computer in my car. What kind of camera(s) should I get and what's a creative way to take pictures once every 1-2 seconds, downloading them to the in-car computer afterwards? [more inside]
posted by yellowbkpk on Jun 12, 2009 - 8 answers

Travel insurance to cover camera equipment? [more inside]
posted by osloheart on Jun 7, 2009 - 5 answers

Does anyone know if Canon has plans for releasing a consumer DSLR that will have Multi-Aspect Ratio Shooting, as Olympus has done? [more inside]
posted by albernathy0 on Jun 7, 2009 - 3 answers