That Question can be answer YES if you ask to Sony Ericsson and Motorola. Why? because both of them have recently announced camera phones with high resolution cameras that can be capable to replace your point-and-shoot digital camera.
For example, a collaboration between Motorola and Kodak and sports a 5 megapixel camera, built-in Xenon flash, and Can a cell phone replace your digital camera? a 2.5-inch LCD viewfinder.

It’s much more of a full-fledged camera than most camera phones, with auto focus, low-light settings, as well as panorama, macro, and multi-shot modes. Perhaps the best feature, though is the integrated Wi-Fi connectivity that lets you upload photos to the Kodak Gallery online service sans PC. Unlike some other camera phones, the ZN5 does let you transfer photos directly to a PC (without requiring you to pay wireless messaging fees), via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth file transfers, as well as the removable microSD card. The Motozine ZN5 will be available in China only in July 2008, and Motorola expects to roll it out across other countries throughout the rest of the year.
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With the popularity boom of digital photography, and digital cameras, more and more people are getting serious about it this art and the technology that goes along with it. People are looking to get their first digital cameras, and in order to bring about excellence, as far as the photos themselves go, you simply can’t go wrong with an SLR digital camera.

This is the type of camera that most professionals and extremely enthusiastic photographers use since it creates superior photos, and gives the photographer complete control over the images that he or she produces.

It’s been said over and over that the most crucial element of any camera whatsoever is the lens. Basically the digital camera, just like the regular film camera, is only as good as the lens is.

In fact this is the main reason that most people decide to buy an SLR digital camera - is because of the notion that they can interchange the lenses in order to be more creative and versatile with their photography. Actually, this is the one variable of the digital SLR or D-SLR (Digital SLR) camera purchase that you have to be weary of. Many cameras on the market are labeled as D-SLR, yet some of them actually have a fixed lens. This drastically limits the photographer and therefore you must be cautious before the purchase, and know what you’re actually getting.

Now perhaps if you’re not as avid a photographer as some might be, but still want to take higher quality photographs, then a D-SLR might be the way to go. This actually may be exactly the camera for you…but if you’re becoming serious about your digital photography and your wants and needs dictate, then you should get the D-SLR that allows for the lens to be interchangeable.

It’s very important that you look at the available selection of lenses prior to purchasing your digital camera. Make sure that the variety of choice is substantial enough, and includes the type of lenses that you’re looking for.

That leads nicely into the next point. Before you purchase any digital camera it’s important that you know what you’re looking to use it for, and how much power and resolution you’ll need etc. It’s important that you assess this before you start looking around for your camera because it will decrease a lot of the confusion and it will help you to get exactly what you want.

The size of the prints that you’ll be creating falls directly into this part of the decision. The size of quality prints that you’re able to create depends on the number of megapixels that your camera has. So for instance — if you’re looking to create large prints of 8 X 10 or more then it’s probably to your benefit to get an SLR digital camera with no less than 8 megapixels.

This is all pretty much determined by the size of the image sensor. The image sensor ultimately is in direct correlation to how many pixels a camera has…and the count size of those pixels. Basically the larger the pixel count the better your camera gathers light giving you an enhanced low light performance with high ISO. The image sensor is also responsible for giving you a wider dynamic range.

Also important is the fact that the size of the image sensor makes a significant difference in how wide an angle of view your lens provides.

Here’s how it works.

A smaller sensor will see a smaller segment of the image produced by the lens. If you’ve got a D-SLR camera with a full-frame image sensor, this means that you’re getting the same size as a full 35mm film frame (36×24mm). Essentially, many digital photographers look to get as close to this as possible in order to have photos that are comparable to the ones that they’ve been able to achieve with their original film 35mm camera.

There are also other things to consider such as the LCD screen and its size, plus how many extra features that the camera has (if you want extra features). If you’re more of a beginner with the SLR’s and you like the idea of a little automation and extra help from your camera, then it’s good to know that some entry-level and mid-range D-SLRs come equipped with subject modes. These will automatically set the camera for shooting subjects like close-ups, portraits, landscapes, action and many more. It’s important to know that the more top line and professional level D-SLR’s don’t have this. This is why it’s also a good idea to honestly establish your expertise level with digital photography

In a nutshell, if you stick to the major brands then you really can’t go wrong, because nearly all of them have very high quality SLR cameras that will give you what you want and then some. So now you don’t have to worry about how to choose the right SLR digital camera anymore. Now it’s time to go and get one.

Canon digital cameras have been upfront in their designs, user friendly menus and innovative technology. Be it a simple point and shoot digital camera or a high end digital SLR (Single Lens Reflex), Canon’s expertise has justified every need and pocket. They are constantly on the lookout for path breaking advancements that serve your imaging needs.

Canon has well above 1000 patented digital technologies and is seeking extended innovation each year. Most of the Canon digital cameras have a 9- point AiAF, i.e. providing true auto-focus. The screen is divided into 9 parts and the focus is captured with finesse. This is unique from the traditional 5- point auto-focusing methodology. Canon also developed the popular multi face detection technology that enables to detect up to 9 faces in its lower end digital cameras and up to 35 faces in its higher end cameras. This feature is also extended to its video shooting function. The video capturing mode has this feature extended by incorporating ‘face select and tracking’ which enables you to track a face among a crowd.

Canon’s digital SLR’s sports the ground breaking ESO technology. This technology has an integrated cleaning system which functions to remove the dust particles on the lens and on the image. It has inbuilt hardware to shake off the dust particles from the lens and software to remove the sticky dust grains from the image. Thus it aims at providing the best possible image by removing all faults. They have also initiated the anti-noise processing which takes care that no dots or white lines are formed in the image unlike other cameras which remove the noise after the image is taken which might result in distortion of the image.

Some of the highly rated canon digital camera include PowerShot, IXUS and EOS. The PowerShot is aimed at the simple point and shoot user, the price is affordable and it features cameras below 10 mega pixels available in varied colour options and designs. The IXUS series is the mid-range digital camera offering that are more advanced and bit pricey. The ESO series offers digital SLR’s that are meant for professional photographers and photography enthusiasts. These SLR’s are available with different range lenses. Canon has roped in Sachin Tendulkar as their brand ambassador for marketing of their popular product line. Canon has emerged as a pioneer in its design, technology, and usability thus becoming a name synonymous to photography.

Sony Cyber-shot DSCW120MDG/P 7.2 MP Digital Camera all you want in a point and shoot. I can turn it on, not even look in the screen, push the button and get good in focus-properly light pictures. Is very thin, good button lay out. Only hit of a negative with it is the port to connect to the computer is on the bottom, would prefer it on the side, still a strong five stars.

My wife and I recently upgraded from our Sony DSC-P8 to a Sony DSC-W130. So far we are extremely happy. We shopped around quite a bit before settling on the new cybershot, and spent a good deal of time trying out other brands. In the end, the Smile Shutter brought us back to Sony. It sounds like there is no way it would work, but it really does. We have two young children that are remarkably hard to catch smiling. With the new Sony, all we have to do is turn on the smile shutter and the camera does the rest. So far, we haven’t missed a smile with the 3 year (with teeth) and have caught a few of the 4 month old (no teeth). It makes a difference.

The other feature that has been great so far is the burst mode. With my old camera, the missing time between shot resulted in a lot of blurring. The new camera manages to focus each shot much better. We played around with some moving targets, and the pictures came out great. One major drawback of burst mode, however, is that you can’t use flash. I took a bunch of pictures indoors and the quality was ok, but not great. The flash just turns off when you switch to burst mode.

The video recording is great on this camera. Obviously not camcorder quality or anything, but very good for what you’d expect from a point and shoot. The sound quality still isn’t that great, but much much better from my older camera. It seems like it balances the audio in the first few seconds. If the first few seconds are loud, the whole video will be softer. If you start out soft, however, you bury the needle when it gets lounder leading to some distortion. You also can’t zoom while in video mode - something they don’t tell you. Read the rest of this entry »

What a fun way to carry your photos!
I received my keychain just a few days ago and couldn’t wait to play with it! It took just seconds to load the software, plug in the camera and start loading pictures. The software is simple to use and allows easy cropping & rotating. The screen is small - just about 1×1.12 inches - about the size of a large thumbnail image but the quality is surprisingly good.
Sure, it’s not something you would use to archive your family history but it is a fun “memory keeper” for holding reminders of good times, friends and family.

The screen surface could get scratched easily with standard use (hey! it’s a keychain!) so I took a strip of clear package sealing tape and put it over the screen for protection. This easy solution works great on most electronics and doesn’t interfer with the image.

How many pictures of your loved ones can you carry in your wallet? Now you can hold up to 60 (digital) pictures on your keychain, in bright, brilliant color! Carry your favorite pictures in the palm of your hand, to show family and friends wherever you go, fits in your pocket, briefcase or purse. The Coby 1.5 inch Digital Photo Frame Keychain has CSTN LCD Color display. This portable lightweight digital photo keychain can remarkably store up to 60 of your favorite photos! The DP151 allows you to browse your photos for up to 4 hours per charge of its built-in rechargeable battery.

Exchange and add new photos using the built-in USB port to communicate with your PC for rapid image file transfer. Displays JPG/BMP, GIF. Image files. Windows compatible. Uses integrated rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery. High-resolution 1.5″ screen provides bright images and an excellent viewing angle. So why load up your wallet with pictures when the Coby DP151 Digital Picture Frame Keychain can hold more - with no added bulk? It’s the practical way of keeping your dear ones near. Built-in rechargeable Battery Display requires images taken with a digital camera or downloaded from computer image photo files or e-mails

Features:
• 1.5-inch CSTN LCD full-color display; stores over 60 photos
• Displays JPEG, GIF, and BMP image files
• USB port for fast file transfers
• Built-in rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
• Included Photo Viewer software compatible with Microsoft Windows 98SE, 2000, XP, or Vista, and Mac OS X

For any photographer, tripod is most important to stabilize the digital camera when taking a picture. A tripod can creates a steady, level platform for a camera. The advantage of Tripod is to eliminates blur in images caused by camera shake that can occur when taking photos while hand-holding a camera. Ussually a tripod is useful for close-up, panning and landscape shots. It is used for taking photos in very low light, for timed exposures, when using slow shutter speeds and when using a very long focal length.

There are so many types, qualities, sizes and weights of tripods that buying one for the first time can be daunting. Prices range from inexpensive to very expensive. A decent tripod does not have to cost a lot. But if you plan to use it frequently, buy one that is well made with features that meet your photographic needs.

A tripod should be easy to set up, easy to use and have controls that are easy to adjust. It should be stable, rugged and high enough so you can easily look through the viewfinder or observe the LCD. Read the rest of this entry »

SLR and DSLR
SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex and DSLR stands for Digital Single Lens Reflex and refers to how the light enters the camera. These are the cameras you see many professionals and serious amateurs lugging around. These cameras have a larger body than most P&S cameras and interchangeable lenses. While SLRs started out a fully manual, where the photographer had to control all features including focus, most of these cameras are capable of acting in a fully automatic mode just like a P&S. Many now allow the photographer the freedom to also take control of all functions or any combination of functions. These cameras allow for great control over the photography process and allow the photographer to take images not always possible with a P&S.

Features
SLRs and DSLRs allow for control over:

* shutter speed
* aperture
* film speed
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