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About John Oliverio
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I can answer questions about point and shoots and 35mm SLR`s from the 1960s to present. I can also handle most questions on digital cameras from "camera" makers, like Nikon, Olympus, Canon, Sony, etc. Though usually I`m not too familiar with the driver interface, as 3rd party devices for download are more efficient. Sorry, but I can no longer answer questions about the value of old cameras.

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I'm an "expert" under photography. I've many years experience in photo retail.John and Chris
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SubjectDate Asked

Fuji A31011/13/2009
  Q: After replacing the batteries, I have to reset the clock, which never needed to be done, at least ...
  A: Scott, Hello and thanks for the question. You're kinda right and kinda wrong. There is a ...
E:91:01 in SONY DSC-W8011/9/2009
  Q: process or way of removing E:91:01 in SONY DSC-W80 & why it becomes hot when the battery stayed on ...
  A: Rom, I found a forum that talks about your error. Here is a quote from the forum: TO SOLVE FLASH ...
canbon powershot s211/7/2009
  Q: Any ideas how to fix it without it costing a fortune
  A: Michelle, Hello. Sorry you are having problems with your camera. Unfortunately this problem is ...
Sears 28-70mm Zoom Lens11/5/2009
  Q: I have heard that Sears brand lenses are mostly repackaged lenses from other makers, and that Sears ...
  A: Your lens was built by Pentax for Sears to Sears specifications. This means that it was built to ...
Card Locked !!!!11/4/2009
  Q: Went to take some photos today & when I turned on my HP digital camera, it read "CARD LOCKED" on the ...
  A: John, I think the switch was originally intended for use with MP3 and video players. So you ...
Which SLR Camera model is better for me11/2/2009
  Q: I am interested in taking shots with an SLR camera. Currently I have a digital compact camera. I ...
  A: Mehdi, Honestly it really doesn't matter too much. The Canon is a fine camera. But the SLR's ...
projector10/28/2009
  Q: i have a project that is dated 1860, patented 7 years later to bonne presse. it was invented by ...
  A: I really don't know what you have there, as I don't have a model or type to work from. Nothing you ...
Want to buy a best camera10/26/2009
  Q: I want to buy a point and shoot digital camera of atleast 12 to 20 megapixel and 12 to 20 optical ...
  A: Ravi verma, Hello my friend. Thank you for the question. However, I am sorry to say that some ...
CZ 4.5/4CM10/24/2009
  Q: plese any info on a CZ 4.5/4CM t m42 mount lens
  A: David, Your lens is a Carl Zeiss Jena 4CM/f4.5 in M42 mount. This is one of the first lenses made ...
camera10/22/2009
  Q: I have a camera (see photo attached)that I would like some information on. It was my fathers and I ...
  A: Angie, Hello and thanks for the question. Your camera was made between 1937 and 1939. It was a ...
Aspect Ratio10/22/2009
  Q: John, I have a cannon power shot A540 and was wondering if you can change the aspect ratio on this ...
  A: Stephanie, Unfortunately if you can't change the aspect ratio (which you can't on your camera) all ...
Value of Nikon camera and lenses10/7/2009
  Q: I would like to sell a NIKON EM camera, from the early 70's era (metal body). Also, a macro ...
  A: Twyla, Hello and thanks for the question. The Nikon EM was introduced in 1979 and made through ...
Canon A9510/7/2009
  Q: I have had a Canon A95 for a few years. I love it, particularly the swivel LCD. A couple of days ...
  A: Paul, Is it possible that you simply turned the LCD off? There should be a button marked either ...
Photos9/30/2009
  Q: 1. What do you used to store photography forever? 2. What is better photos taken: digital or web? ...
  A: Henry, A generation is a generic term and means 20 to 40 years. I don't understand your second ...
Photos9/30/2009
  Q: 1. What do you used to store photography forever? 2. What is better photos taken: digital or web? ...
  A: As long as a photo is just a "digital file", it is not really archival. If you want to be sure to ...
Electronics9/30/2009
  Q: 1. Is there store that buy practically everythings? 2. Practically everything can be sell again ...
  A: Henry, Sorry, I am here basically to give advice on photography and cameras. Technical and ...
Undo of Delete9/29/2009
  Q: Is there a way to undo a delete of photos on a Sony digital. I deleted accidentally from the camera ...
  A: Emily, Don't take any more pictures on that card. Take the card to a camera store and ask if they ...
Premo camera9/25/2009
  Q: After my mother just recently died we discovered a Premo Camera Automatic Patent date May 7, 1907 ...
  A: Kathleen, I can find no reference to an "automatic" Premo camera. Could you possibly send me a ...
camera value9/24/2009
  Q: Would you please evaluate these cameras for me: Kodak Duaflex (620 film) Brownie Hawkeye (flash ...
  A: Ruth, I'm sorry, but each of the cameras you list was mass produced and have no real value. I ...
digital camera problem9/22/2009
  Q: i have sony digital camera. im facing a problem. when light is dim i set that onto night light and ...
  A: Beenish, Actually, your camera is doing what it is supposed to do. The "night" mode is designed ...
Need expert advice on buying a camera.9/16/2009
  Q: I'm an oil painter and camera newbie. I'm looking for a high quality camera that I can use to take ...
  A: John, It really doesn't matter which camera you buy, as long as it is a digital SLR. You actually ...
valuation9/10/2009
  Q: I've just come across a camera belonging to my grandmother (a Kodak junior 620)and i was wondering ...
  A: Andrew, Sorry, but I've never been to Australia. However, I can advise you. Unfortunately your ...
Nikon d70 error9/9/2009
  Q: my nikon d70 is displaying an error message on the top display screen (where the remaining buffer ...
  A: Ronald, Here are some things you could check: -If you have a lens that has an aperture ring, make ...
digital slr9/4/2009
  Q: I own several old minolta 35mm lenses for film cameras. Can these be used with the konica minolta ...
  A: Tom, Hello and thanks for the questions. If your old lenses are from an auto-focus Minolta ...
Olympus fe-3109/2/2009
  Q: I want to post pictures...I only have windows 98...my camera will not work with 98...I got a card ...
  A: Rob, Your problem is that you have windows 98. It wasn't until 98SE that windows started to ...
Olympus firmware update8/28/2009
  Q: I have an Olympus SP-570UZ and recently attempted a firmware update. When the update was complete ...
  A: Allen, NAND usually refers to the memory built into the camera. If there is a re-set somewhere ...
power issue digital camera8/23/2009
  Q: I have a Fuji finepix 3800 digital camera. When turning the camera on the green light indicating ...
  A: Kathy, The symptom you describe most often shows up when the gears or helical that allows the lens ...
battery contacts rusty8/15/2009
  Q: I was on a backpacking hike in a heavy downpour and my olympus -750_WHILE IN MY BACKPACK got wet. ...
  A: Cleaning battery contacts shouldn't be that expensive. But don't let them do anything else. If it ...
winait8/6/2009
  Q: Have you ever heard of a Winait camera? my friend has one and he likes it and they're cheap, if ...
  A: Logan, Sorry it has taken me so long to answer. I've not been able to log onto my question/answer ...
olympus zoom8/5/2009
  Q: I have a Olympus sp camera and I think my grandchild turned it on with the cap still on the lens and ...
  A: Sharon, Sorry, but it will probably have to go in for repair. The gears that move the lens in a ...
Panasonic TZ 4 v 67/29/2009
  Q: I am thinking of buying a Tz 6 but am put off by the reviews picking up a very loose and imprecise ...
  A: Chris, The only complaint I ever heard about a loose dial on the TZ4 was from the trade show floor ...
Opteka 1000mm, Cheap super zoom?7/26/2009
  Q: I was thinking of getting a super zoom lens to get shots of things in the mountains. I have a four ...
  A: Andrew, Well, I've never heard of the Opteka brand. But that is not surprising. Companies like ...
Body apature vs lens.7/24/2009
  Q: I got a Olympus E-520 and it's my first "real" camera. The lens says it is f/4.3-f/5.6 (or whatever) ...
  A: The numbers on the lens express the maximum aperture of your lens. The reason there are two numbers ...
Samsung BL103 digital camera7/24/2009
  Q: Just recently my when I turned on my camera it beeps three times and cuts off. The shutter will ...
  A: Barbara, If you have the same problem after trying different batteries, then there is something ...
rca cc177 model vhs c7/21/2009
  Q: cannot see thru view finder to record:but can see thru viewfinder to see pre_recorded material. ...
  A: It is most likely the CCD. If the CCD is bad, it will not send a video signal to the view-finder. ...
lense7/21/2009
  Q: I received a number of old lenses from a friend of mine and am thinking about selling them on Ebay. ...
  A: Unfortunately used camera camera gear doesn't have the value it used to. Fortunately, your lenses ...
Sony DSC-Y9007/20/2009
  Q: My girlfriend bought this camera in Japan and she speaks Japanese. Yeah for her!! But I can't ...
  A: Uh oh. Didn't know they did that. The western versions have all the available languages on board. ...
Sony DSC-Y9007/20/2009
  Q: My girlfriend bought this camera in Japan and she speaks Japanese. Yeah for her!! But I can't ...
  A: Are you sure about the model number of your camera? I can't find a western version of it anywhere. ...
Fuji A310 Digital7/19/2009
  Q: Screen showing as purple sometimes will work and take pictures can view pictures on card via camera ...
  A: Margaret, Sorry, but your camera is actually broken or defective. It is probably a bad sensor but ...
digital camera --auto-date stamp7/13/2009
  Q: I have a panasonic lumix DMC-fs15, it is brand new but it will have auto date stamp. I means it ...
  A: Ginger, They are right. It doesn't have a date stamp feature. That actually isn't a new feature. ...
Samsung bl1037/13/2009
  Q: Ive recently taken some pictures , when I trie go back an review them , I get " file error " I am ...
  A: Anna, Hello and thanks for the question. It sounds like you have a corrupted file. One file can ...
Nikon FM2 Camera7/12/2009
  Q: I'm trying to sell my Nikon FM2 camera and accsessories in England and am unsure how much they are ...
  A: Catherine, Hello and thanks for the question. I hate to give camera values because people are ...
sony cybershot DSC-S7007/10/2009
  Q: The screen is purple, out of fouus, and view of pictures have dark lines in them ??? ...
  A: Tom, Sorry for your trouble and I have no good news. Your sensor is dead. It is most likely ...
Digital Cams - Opticla Zooms7/10/2009
  Q: This is a generic question about the optical zoom in digital cameras. I’ve had 2 point ‘n’ shoot ...
  A: Utpal, Hello. You've got a very nice name. I personally wouldn't worry about the zoom ...
Digital Camera Suggestions...?7/6/2009
  Q: Hey John! I've read some of your past answers and I think you could really help me out. =) Ok so I ...
  A: Hello and thanks for the questions. Those lines are caused by either lens flare or chip flare. The ...
Nikon lens7/3/2009
  Q: I two Nikon Slrs One is a f5 the other a D2x both fine cameras I also have 8 lens But I ...
  A: John, Hello. Thanks for the questions. I'll try and take them in the order you asked them. A "G" ...
what is the best camera7/3/2009
  Q: i am a beginner. i need a camera that can take action shots inside a gym (my son plays college ...
  A: Julie, Hello and thanks for the question. What you need is a digital SLR. It really doesn't ...
value of minolta sr-7 for insurance-flood6/29/2009
  Q: we recently had a flooded basement,my insurance claims adjuster would like to put a value on this ...
  A: Michael, It's tricky to put a value on equipment like this. It all depends on your policy and ...
Konica FS-16/28/2009
  Q: I have a Konica FS-1 and need repair with the camera body contact with the battery pack
  A: Skip, They no longer make parts for your camera. While it would be possible to have a part made, ...
old cameras6/27/2009
  Q: I am a senior move manager (Smooth Transitions of SE Fl)I have a client that has 4 cameras Kodax ...
  A: Sorry Linda, but no. They aren't worth much. $5 or $10 dollars each. The reason is that all of ...
Problem Printing on My HP Photosmart 77606/26/2009
  Q: I just bought a new Olympus SP-590UZ. I checked my printer before I bought the Olympus, and it had a ...
  A: A while back, Olympus changed the architecture of their XD cards. They are called "M" series cards ...
Digital macrophotography6/22/2009
  Q: I am trying to identify a digital camera suitable for recording printed text on surfaces which are ...
  A: Ed, Actually, I should think about any of the current point and shoot cameras do a decent macro. ...
Sony video 8 handycam trouble6/21/2009
  Q: Not sure if this is up your street, but you might be able to help, or put me in touch woith someone ...
  A: About all you can do is try a different tape. Hopefully your tape is bad. If it does is with ...
sony camera charger6/18/2009
  Q: My daughter has a Sony 9c06 cybershot camera. She has lost her battery charger and would like to ...
  A: Patricia, Okay... got it. You can get a Sony brand charger on Amazon at the link below. ...
digital camera6/17/2009
  Q: I need to get a digital camera in the next few days and I'm trying to get the best for my money. I ...
  A: Tony, Generally speaking there are three things that effect picture quality. First is the lens. ...
Sears lens for Pentax camera6/17/2009
  Q: I'm looking at a lens on ebay, this is it's description: "The next lens is Sears brand multicoated ...
  A: Melissa, Yes, a fast zoom is very expensive. (the sears zoom you asked about is not "fast") A ...
Sears lens for Pentax camera6/17/2009
  Q: I'm looking at a lens on ebay, this is it's description: "The next lens is Sears brand multicoated ...
  A: Melissa, Of course there is a way to know. You ask me. :) Yes, the Sears lens will fit your ...
sony camera charger6/16/2009
  Q: My daughter has a Sony 9c06 cybershot camera. She has lost her battery charger and would like to ...
  A: Patricia, Can you check on the model number of your camera again? The number you gave me doesn't ...
Digital SLR Camera for Pathology Specimen Photography6/8/2009
  Q: I'm a pathologist and I'm looking for a good digital SLR camera to photograph pathology specimens in ...
  A: Dharam, I don't know of any pre-packaged kit. At least not from the manufacturers. The ...
Canon ES8100 video6/6/2009
  Q: Canon ES8100 has a viewfinder, and the other traditional viewer, where I have to place my eye close ...
  A: Well, there could be any number of things wrong with it. The LCD could be bad, as I said. There is ...
Value6/2/2009
  Q: I have a Kodak No.1 Jr. Model A folding camera w/case. The only numbers on the lens are two patent ...
  A: Bruce, Unfortunately it is very hard to assign a value to old cameras these days. Your camera was ...
Camera battery "life" (?)5/25/2009
  Q: John: (First, as an aside, I'm allegedly an "Expert" in the category of "Decks"; it's obvious by a ...
  A: Mac, Hi. Sorry you're not hearing from me until now. Thought I answered your question already. ...
Beua Brownies Nos2 and 2A5/25/2009
  Q: I purchased a brown/tan Beau Brownie at an estate sale. The leather strap is attached along with ...
  A: Kate, Well, it is very hard to assign values to film cameras these days. The Beau models were ...
Canon PowerShot CCD5/14/2009
  Q: About a month ago, you advised me on a problem I'm having with my Canon PowerShot S1 IS. You said ...
  A: Karla, The pro you had with the Canon could have been caused by any number of reasons. But I ...
Canon SD 990 IS or Canon SD 970 IS5/13/2009
  Q: John, I was trying to purchase a camera as a gift for regular photography. I could not decide ...
  A: Sona, This may not make any sense, but the 970 is a newer than the 990. I personally would rather ...
camera lenses5/8/2009
  Q: I have an old minolta 35mm camera with a couple different zoom lenses. I'm looking to buy a digital ...
  A: Mary, Wow. It seems to be Minolta Day! I think I've had four in a row! Well, it depends on ...
Identify Minolta compac camera5/7/2009
  Q: We suffered a burglary and my Wife's Minolta point and shoot was stolen. Unfortunately the camera is ...
  A: Steve, Hello. The picture is pretty small.... But I'm 99% sure it is a Minolta AF Freedom Dual. ...
Minolta Camera5/5/2009
  Q: Would you give me a general estimate of a 35mm Minolta camera Maxxum 7000 I have a 35-70mm lens and ...
  A: Raymond, Hello and thanks for the question. Unfortunately the value of film cameras have dropped ...
Classic Camera- Minolta5/3/2009
  Q: I have a Minolta SRT 303 (b) or (6)-- Cannot tell-- Can you tell me its approx value? Also, how do ...
  A: Sherrie, Hi and thanks for the questions. Unfortunately the value of film cameras have had the ...
objective fot canon eos 450d5/1/2009
  Q: I'm doubting what lens i have to choose for my canon eos 450 d wich i'm going to buy. I'm going to ...
  A: Mary, The 50mm f1.8, while not a handy focal length for all subjects because it doesn't zoom, is ...
Virtual Tour production4/26/2009
  Q: I am starting a virtual tour service business and need some advice on what accessories I will need ...
  A: Katrina, I'm not aware of any lenses you can put on an Olympus stylus 740. Olympus doesn't make ...
Old Eastman Kodak Value?4/24/2009
  Q: I found an old camera that I have been saving for a while when I used to collect antiques before my ...
  A: Sharon, Hello. Thanks for the questions. You've got a little gem there. I've got several of ...
Samsung BL1034/22/2009
  Q: My samsung BL103 digital camera recently just stopped focusing altogether. im not sure if i messed ...
  A: Jade, Hello. Sorry you are having problems with your camera. It seems unlikely that you set ...
Aspect Ratio on Digital Camera4/16/2009
  Q: I recently purchased a Canon SD790IS digital camera with an aspect ratio of 4:3 (set by the ...
  A: Alan, Hello and thanks for the questions. Sorry you are having trouble. I don't know why they do ...
Canon PowerShot4/16/2009
  Q: I've had a Canon PowerShot S1 IS for probably 4-5 years now and I absolutely love it. I can't find ...
  A: Karla, Hello. Sorry you are having trouble with your camera. Well, if I had to guess... I would ...
Black pictures from Sony Camera4/14/2009
  Q: Where I work, we use a Sony Digital 8 Handycam (DCR-TRV320) with a 450XDigital Zoom to take pictures ...
  A: Donnetta, The only setting I can think of that would cause it to be dark is the "exposure" ...
e-510 olympus camera4/12/2009
  Q: I just had the LCD get cracked and doesnt work but camera still does. Can this LCD be replaced ...
  A: Bob, Finding a local repairman is becoming very rare. Very rare. But if you actually have a shop ...
Camera lens4/12/2009
  Q: I have several questions on the lens. Last fall I bought the Nikon D60 with the intention of ...
  A: Greg, I can't say if you personally would find a use for the flash on your trip. I know I could. ...
Camera lens4/12/2009
  Q: I have several questions on the lens. Last fall I bought the Nikon D60 with the intention of ...
  A: Greg, Yes, I would suggest you take both of your lenses with you. But if you could only take one, ...
camera gift4/11/2009
  Q: My wife has become very interested in photography and recently took a course at the local community ...
  A: Corey, The camera body isn't as important as you might think. Lenses and flash are more ...
Metalic video camera retina4/6/2009
  Q: You are now involved in one of the most important science experiments in history. ...
  A: Well, many modern cameras use a CMOS instead of CCD. Would that qualify? You can find an article ...
ZENIT-E CAMERA4/1/2009
  Q: I have an old Zenit-E camera with case. It has a Hellos-44-2 lens. Both the camera and the case look ...
  A: Wendell, The Zenti is a Russian 35mm camera from the mid to late 60's. It ended production in ...
Lenses3/27/2009
  Q: Why is a F2.0 lens better than a F2.8 lens?
  A: Adam, Hello and thanks for the question. Well, if you go on that one specification alone..... ...
SLR camera3/26/2009
  Q: Hey John i recently got into photography more am going to upgrade from a compact to an SLR. Can you ...
  A: Well, I'm going to suggest the Canon Rebel in this case. The main reason is that with the subjects ...
SLR camera3/25/2009
  Q: Hey John i recently got into photography more am going to upgrade from a compact to an SLR. Can you ...
  A: Calum, You might like to consider the Nikon D60 and Canon Rebel XSi. As a rule of thumb I would ...
Topcon IC-1 single lens reflex camera3/23/2009
  Q: What is the worth of this camera. I have two lenses for the camera, a case for all lenses and the ...
  A: Heather, While the gear you have was very good quality in it's day, there is just no real value ...
accuracy of speed cameras3/21/2009
  Q: A mobile speed camera operating from the roadside and timing a car in the outside lane of a dual ...
  A: Howard, Yes, the cameras are accurate. It is more than just a camera. There are several methods ...
mini dv tapes3/16/2009
  Q: I have a Panasonic digital video camcorder model number PV-DV102 that uses mini DV tapes. I have ...
  A: Patricia, I really can't get specific because I don't know what city or country you are in. ...
Age of Nikon FM3/16/2009
  Q: I recently aquired a Nikon FM from ebay and would like know its age if possible. The serial number ...
  A: Ian, Hello. Thanks for the questions. The FM was made between 1977 and 1982. Nikon does not ...
MINOLTA MAXXUM ST SI3/4/2009
  Q: IT HAS A PROMASTER ASPHERICAL 28-80MM LENS. SERIAL #96912440. SILVER BODY. POP-UP FLASH. IS THERE A ...
  A: James, In the US this camera was simply known as the STSi. Overseas it was knows as the 404si and ...
turns on and off3/4/2009
  Q: I have a Sony cybershot 7.2 megapixel digital camera, i just recieved it this christmas, and worked ...
  A: Jess, There is no way to really tell what is wrong with your camera without sending it in to ...
Best camera3/2/2009
  Q: I am looking to buy my first digital camera. I don't want to pay to much but I want a good camera, ...
  A: Shawn, I really need more information than that. Could you suggest a car to someone you hadn't met ...
Nikon 6006 Shutter Release3/1/2009
  Q: I have a 6006 where the shutter release button no longer seems to function. It started as an ...
  A: Gary, Hi. Thanks for the questions. Well, I would say it is very probably the switch. It could ...
wich dslr2/26/2009
  Q: I'm about to buy a new dslr and i don't know wich i can choose best. I'm thinking of Canon eos 450 d ...
  A: Well, the 50mm f/1.8 is the deciding factor here. Nikon doesn't make a 50mm f1.8 that will work ...
CCD-F201 SONY VIDEO 8 (1992)1/22/2009
  Q: I have tape in the camera and it will not turn on. Is there a manual way of getting the tape out? or ...
  A: Yes, you have to have power to eject a tape. If you can't get power with your A/C adapter it will ...
camera selection1/22/2009
  Q: I work on a parasail boat that offers pictures of the flights and we're looking to go digital. We've ...
  A: Chris, Wow... parasail boat. That's the life! Well, I'm not sure what class of camera you ...
Leica DRP1/20/2009
  Q: Good morning John. I have a beautiful black Leica DRP with brass lens ( Leitz 50mm) and controls ...
  A: Lee, What you have there is a Leica II. But I'm not sure if it is a type 1 or 2. Probably made in ...
compact fault1/17/2009
  Q: UK. A neighbour asked me to look at their Braun Trend Zoom 105, early 1990's I guess. As the film ...
  A: Andrew, Hello.... you're my first question from Wales. Thank you! Well, the position of the ...
Minolta SRT 1011/11/2009
  Q: I need a battery cover for a Minolta SRT101. I am the original owner and have just pulled out of ...
  A: Kent, The only way you are going to get a battery cover is to buy a broken SRT and rob the cover ...
Zeiss Contraflex Camera1/5/2009
  Q: I am trying to find a take up spool for a Zeiss Contraflex Camera. My husband has one of these ...
  A: If your contaflex is a medium format (120) camera, then just buy a roll of film and pull the film ...
Canon Rebel XS/Sigma Lense1/3/2009
  Q: I have just purchased a new Canon Rebel XS-digital . I have a Sigma lens 2.8- 28-I'm automatic focus ...
  A: Beverly, Many old lenses (for Canon) from Sigma and Tamron will not work on current cameras. I've ...
Uploading Pictures12/26/2008
  Q: I recently just bought a Fujifilm Finepix J150w. I accidentally plugged the camera in to the USB ...
  A: Anna, Your question is actually more of a computer and driver question than a photo question. You ...
camera body #12/14/2008
  Q: I own a film maxxum 5 minolta camera. Advise models that would take my current owned lenses and has ...
  A: Minolta no longer makes cameras. Their camera division was purchased by Sony last summer. Your ...
camera lenses12/8/2008
  Q: I have a Nikon AF F601 camera with a Nikon 70-210 lens and am looking to buy a Nikon D80, body only, ...
  A: Your lens will work on all current Nikon cameras except the D40, D40x and D60. You will loose the 3D ...
Kodak Duaflex II camera value12/7/2008
  Q: I have found my grandfathers Kodak and a few other cameras. Ansco Clipper with a bellows and a insta ...
  A: George, Hello and thanks for the question. I shot with a Duaflex when I was a kid! Used to take ...
Canon Rebel XS12/6/2008
  Q: I have purchased this camera for my son, I am a point and shoot person so I know nothing about this ...
  A: You have to either buy lenses made by Canon or lenses made by after market companies for Canon ...
Minolta SRT 10112/1/2008
  Q: I purchased an SRT 101 back in the mid 1970s and have had wonderful usage over the years. As I have ...
  A: John, Unfortunately there is no easy way to use your lenses on a digital camera. There is no ...
SLR camera advice11/21/2008
  Q: I'm an amateur photographer who is getting back into photography after a long layoff. (OK, it's ...
  A: Steve, It's a toss up between Canon and Nikon. You can't go far wrong with either one. I ...
Can I ask you about a camcorder?11/20/2008
  Q: Do you know about camcorders, specifically an Hitachi 8mm VM-E520A? I want to know what kind of ...
  A: Craig, Sorry but you can't plug a 8mm camera directly into a PC. The camera isn't digital. There are ...
Nikon values11/18/2008
  Q: I have a Nikon 6000, and Nikkor 24-105 lens and 100-300 lens. Do you have any idea of the value of ...
  A: The camera is probably worth between $25 and $40. I may need more info on your lenses. Are you ...
which camera should I buy11/15/2008
  Q: I am an amatuer photographer. I have done a few senior and family group pics. I seem to have an eye ...
  A: Canon makes great cameras. So the a590 wouldn't be a bad choice. Though it has been replaced by a ...
Olympus Infinity SuperZoom 33011/15/2008
  Q: The zoom function buttons ie T and W do not activate the Zoom function on the camera any more,they ...
  A: I'm sorry. I don't know how the switch is assembled. I would suggest that if you are going to do ...
Canon shutter problem.11/15/2008
  Q: I sent the following question to the Canon help line: My Canon Digital Rebel camera (6.1 Megepixle) ...
  A: Actually, in this case I would think the repair would be that bad. It's just the switch that is ...
which camera?11/12/2008
  Q: i want to buy a digital slr. now my last two choices are between nikon d60 and sony a200, the prices ...
  A: Nikon can only mount their own lenses and lenses made for them by other companies. Also, with the ...
Minolta Maxxum SPxi11/4/2008
  Q: I am thinking of purchasing a Minolta Maxxum SPxi and I had a question about lenses. As an amateur, ...
  A: It would be easier to mention cameras I would stay away from. Stick with Auto-Focus cameras. For ...
Minolta Maxxum SPxi11/4/2008
  Q: I am thinking of purchasing a Minolta Maxxum SPxi and I had a question about lenses. As an amateur, ...
  A: I would generally stay away from Minolta cameras from the early and mid 90's. There were tons of ...
Minolta Maxxum SPxi11/4/2008
  Q: I am thinking of purchasing a Minolta Maxxum SPxi and I had a question about lenses. As an amateur, ...
  A: Generally to start out, you would would want a wide angle zoom and a tele-photo zoom. So, perhaps a ...
Sony Cybershot 7.2 megapixel camera11/3/2008
  Q: When I turn the camera on it says access on the screen, then it starts beeping and says "turn the ...
  A: Bernard, Hi. That "smack it on your hand" fix was only a temporary one and probably actually made ...
Fuji SLR10/25/2008
  Q: I recently bought a Fuji finepix S100FS. I picked this camera because while I like taking pics and ...
  A: Your camera doesn't offer any provision for adding a lens. However, you may not be aware how much ...
Battery "update" (?) for Minolta SRT 10110/23/2008
  Q: I have purchased a Minolta SRT 101 body and am now looking for lenses. I'd like to know what model ...
  A: If the voltage problem bothers you and you are set on 35mm Minolta, you may want to consider a later ...
Lenses for Minolta SRT 10110/22/2008
  Q: I have purchased a Minolta SRT 101 body and am now looking for lenses. I'd like to know what model ...
  A: Tom, The letter suffixes have to do with the lens design. Here is a chart: First Letter (no. of ...
Lenses for Minolta SRT 10110/22/2008
  Q: I have purchased a Minolta SRT 101 body and am now looking for lenses. I'd like to know what model ...
  A: Tom, Minolta dis-continued lenses that would fit your camera in 1986. Because of the nature of the ...
pentax ZX-5n 35mm SLR10/4/2008
  Q: I have a Pentax ZX-5N that has worked flawlessly for a long time and I take gooc care of it. The ...
  A: Don, A quick search on eBay tells me that it would be less expensive to buy a used ZX-5 than it ...
digital memory cards9/29/2008
  Q: Can anything destroy or distort the images saved on the memory cards, such as heat, electricity, a ...
  A: Memory cards are fairly hardy little devices. I've done the same thing... washing them and even ...
aperture priority on zoom lenses9/20/2008
  Q: IF i set the minimum aperture of the lens at the shortest mm won't it then stay the same throughout ...
  A: Harold, I think you may misunderstand some things. The aperture on all amateur zoom lenses ...
broken white balance9/19/2008
  Q: I seem to have a problem with this camera (olympus stylus 710). Indoors and in the evening it takes ...
  A: If the camera is actually broken and needs repaired, it should only be sent for repair if it is ...
Wide angle lens + flip screen camera9/13/2008
  Q: I'm looking for a digital camera that has a wide angle lens, and with a screen that is at least 2" ...
  A: Sorry It has taken me so long to answer. My life got in the way! I can't think of a current model ...
how much9/8/2008
  Q: how much is my vintage Mansfield remington meter matic 8mm? i would be so happy if you could give me ...
  A: Mackenzie, Sorry, I could find no reference to your camera in any of my books or the net. However, ...
looking for a new digi-cam9/6/2008
  Q: What is your opinion on Fuji cameras? (I'm looking at the s8100FD right now.) I guess I'm pretty ...
  A: Paul, I'm sorry, but I can't have first hand experience with every camera out there and the Fuji ...
Sony Dsc-H59/3/2008
  Q: I dropped my Sony CyberShot DSC-H5 from about one foot off the ground to the sidewalk. No external ...
  A: Sue, Well, you won't know for sure until you send it off for an estimate. However, I've found ...
Camera advice8/31/2008
  Q: John, I am an amateur photographer and have always used a basic point and shoot kodak easyshare ...
  A: A camera like the G9 can indeed approach the versatility of an SLR. But it can't touch the quality. ...
night photography8/22/2008
  Q: Can you do long time exposure pictures with digital SLRs eg. For night photography, measred in ...
  A: I've never seen a digital SLR that would let you do more than 30 seconds of timed exposure. ...
trying to pick a camera7/27/2008
  Q: I am wanting to buy a camera and i have 2 choices from which i want to choose from. Out of these two ...
  A: Sherry, I know from experience that the answer I'm going to give you is not the one you want. ...
Camera lens7/15/2008
  Q: John, Bought a bag full of lenses, and would like to know the Camera to which this one fits. A ...
  A: James, Yep. Sorry. Didn't recognize the address so I didn't pay much attention to the email. ...
??6/30/2008
  Q: I have a little sister who is very picky on what she wants in a camera.She is almost 11 and she ...
  A: When people ask me where to shop, I always suggest they try and support their local business. If ...
Camera Lens Codes / Models6/12/2008
  Q: What do the numbers on the lenses actually mean? E.g. Canon EOS Lens EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
  A: Stuart, 70-300 deals with the focal length (sometimes called power but this is incorrect) of the ...
additional lenses6/5/2008
  Q: I own a Nikon D70s digital with an 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF ED zoom lens. What should the next TWO ...
  A: Yes, the 50 1.8 would be fine. And a lot less expensive. If you are looking for a lens to really ...
additional lenses6/5/2008
  Q: I own a Nikon D70s digital with an 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF ED zoom lens. What should the next TWO ...
  A: Frank, Indoor candids with out a flash is easy. I'd suggest either the 35 f 2.8 or the 50mm f1.4. ...
additional lenses6/4/2008
  Q: I own a Nikon D70s digital with an 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF ED zoom lens. What should the next TWO ...
  A: Frank, I really can't just blindly suggest lenses for you. I usually advise that you buy a lens ...
Camera Downloads6/3/2008
  Q: How can i download a video clip from a sonny camera to my computer and send it via yahoo mail? ...
  A: You'll need to use a firewire cable to do the download. Most cameras don't come with the cable. ...
Identifying a Minolta 35MM Camera6/2/2008
  Q: I have a Minolta 35MM Manual Film Advance Camera and I THINK the serial number is 140202 with a ...
  A: Without seeing a picture of you camera, it's hard to be sure. But it sounds like you have a ...
Canon A-15/30/2008
  Q: I was given a Canon A-1 with several lenses. Everything looks and seems to work well with one major ...
  A: Not sure about this one. Could be the aperture ring/mode combination. Some cameras require that ...
OLYMPUS Infinity Super Zoom 330 LED display won't appear5/28/2008
  Q: I got this film camera back in 1989 and used it a lot the first several years. Then several months ...
  A: Sorry, I imagine you camera is simply broken. Even if it did have an internal battery, it wouldn't ...
buying a camcorder5/4/2008
  Q: I think you can help me out. I've decided to buy a Canon HV30 camcorder. In shopping on the ...
  A: Will, Hi. Thanks for the question. I'm by no means a shopping expert. And I don't know what ...
can't find the right one4/23/2008
  Q: I am having a problem finding a digital camera with all of the features that I want without it ...
  A: It sounds like you are asking about a point and shoot camera. If that is the case, I don't know of ...
N704/3/2008
  Q: Would you please advise how I may advance film in a Nikon N70 without exposing the film? I have a ...
  A: Tom, I can't imagine what you could have done to the camera. Have you checked the battery? ...
N704/2/2008
  Q: Would you please advise how I may advance film in a Nikon N70 without exposing the film? I have a ...
  A: Easy one... Put the camera in manual exposure and set a high shutter speed. Change the auto-focus ...
Camcorder best zoom, outdoor3/28/2008
  Q: I'm looking to purchase my first camcorder and I will be using it primarily to film outdoors, my ...
  A: Christine, Well, the things you ask for are kind of general and just about any camcorder should ...
Canon XTI Vs Canon XT3/5/2008
  Q: I want to buy a digital SLR for a friend as a gift and I am trying to decide between the two of ...
  A: There really isn't much difference between these two cameras. The main differences are a bigger LCD ...
New Camera12/21/2007
  Q: I'm about to invest in my first good camera. The main use for this will be to photograph my kids in ...
  A: Mike, The XTi is a great camera, though I don't much care for the 18-55 kit lens. If you can't ...
HELP PLEASE12/17/2007
  Q: I have a Olympus Stylus 710 and took about 80 pictures and can not get them. It apears to be my ...
  A: Dustin, You'll have to find a camera store that offers a data recovery service in your area. But ...
pixels or MP11/15/2007
  Q: I have a JVC GZ-MG130U and like it very much. Have a friend with a 12MP SLR, thinks my camcorders ...
  A: You can't even compare. First of all, I doubt your video camera has more than 2 or 3 mp. But ...
Sony et al flashes11/7/2007
  Q: I have recently purchased the Sony A-100 and the flash shoe is smaller than that which I have on my ...
  A: As far as I know, there is no adapter. Even if there was, the flash wouldn't work right as the ...
wedding photography8/18/2007
  Q: I just bought a canon xti 17-85 zoom lens compatable flash. I got into digital from film because I ...
  A: Well, unfortunately "program" or an auto mode is the only really simple solution. And while I agree ...
Which type of Camera to get8/14/2007
  Q: recently I have been really getting into taking photos, but i'm taking photos with my sony cybershot ...
  A: Wow. Long one. :) Well look, it sounds like you need a digital SLR. And honestly, I don't think ...
Montgomery Ward & Co. camera8/3/2007
  Q: My professional photographer grandfather left my 83 year old mother a camera that I cannot find and ...
  A: Marlane, I've never heard of your camera, and could find no listing of values. However, I did find ...
Is there an Olympic digital camera incompatibility problem with Windows Vista?7/28/2007
  Q: Is there an Olympic digital camera D-540 Zoom incompatibility problem with Windows Vista? I am using ...
  A: All of the vista issues have not been addressed yet.... and on an older camera like yours, they may ...
Zenit7/24/2007
  Q: What is the difference between the Zenit E and the Zenit EM?
  A: This is taken from "Roland and Caroline's Home Page". The main difference between the 2 is that the ...
importing to computer7/18/2007
  Q: I've had my Vivicam 6300 for about 9 months now and its worked wonderfully until last week. I had ...
  A: Terence, Are the photos you want stored on a memory card, or are they on the cameras internal ...
choos between two7/3/2007
  Q: Hi, I want to buy DSLR recently but I am confused between two model; Nikon D80 with 18-135 Nikkor or ...
  A: Vahid Ataie, I would be glad to help. But you will have to ask me some specific questions. You ...
counterfeit??7/2/2007
  Q: http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Canon-SD750-IXUS-75-IXY-90-Digital-Camera-4GB-SD_W0QQitemZ280129032642QQihZ0 ...
  A: Anthony, Ixy is the name they use on the cameras in Japan. Shipped outside of Japan, the camera ...
Minolta Maxxum 7000 i & A 17/2/2007
  Q: Does the 7000 i or A 1 have the remote connection port for IF controlled firing like Minolta Maxxum ...
  A: Calvin, After much searching, I found one for the Maxxum 7000i. It's called the Minolta IR1 ...
Sony DSC-H5 upgrade to the Canon 30D EOS6/26/2007
  Q: I am an avid photobug, and have mastered the Sony H5. For a graduation present, I was given a ...
  A: Jack, You've got a great last name. If you want to get up to where the Sony reaches to, you'll ...
transfer of photos6/25/2007
  Q: I own two Olympus cameras, a D-550 and a C-750. I was using Jasc photo paint shop 5 with no ...
  A: Well, basically the answer is no. Even if you could hack the camera yourself, you can't simply ...
Camera6/9/2007
  Q: I found an old Kodak Brownie Holiday Fash Camera while cleaning out my basement. I was just ...
  A: Loren, Unfortunately, the camera you have was a model that was mass produced and was on the low ...
Digital Camera and computers6/5/2007
  Q: I've got this really cute picture on my computer but I dont have a color printer so I was wondering ...
  A: Loronna, While it may be possible to copy the pic to your cameras memory card, it is not advisable ...
camera reviews on the internet6/3/2007
  Q: There are so many camera review websites! I am overwhelmed by the differences in the reviews of the ...
  A: In my opinion, there are really only two places to read reviews on the net. www.dpreview.com ...
Nikon D70 Syncs only ONCE6/2/2007
  Q: I have a Nikon D70 that syncs shot after shot with my Bowens monolights. Recently I bought a smaller ...
  A: Since you have tried more than one set of lights, I have to assume there is some kind of ...
Canon Camera6/1/2007
  Q: I have this Canon camera my friend wants me to sell on ebay. On the camera itself it says "DC-1000" ...
  A: Cordell, OOHHH! I haven't seen one of those in about ten years! I used to see them all the time ...
Digital camera problem5/31/2007
  Q: our Vivtar Vivicam 5100 digital camera turns on ok, and thats it--no LCD display, obviosuly can't be ...
  A: Joe, The technical term for the condition of your camera is "busted". Sorry my friend, your ...
Digital camera5/28/2007
  Q: Hey John, I am not sure if I've approached the correct individual but I'd like some advice on ...
  A: Well, there are tons of good cameras out there. But at the moment I'm fond of the Canon Powershot ...
Canon Camera5/27/2007
  Q: I have this Canon camera my friend wants me to sell on ebay. On the camera itself it says "DC-1000" ...
  A: Cordell, Well, you've got me stumped. I've never heard of any 35mm camera from Canon designated ...
Nikon FG5/26/2007
  Q: I bought this camera on ebay in December. I have taken 2 or 3 rolls of film with it, and the ...
  A: Anita, You are experiencing a defect that is common with several Nikon cameras that have an ...
Jammed Digital Lens5/12/2007
  Q: I have a Kodak EasyShare DX6340 3.1 MP camera with a Schneider-Kreuznack lens (36mm - 144mm). ...
  A: Chris, Sorry, but it'll have to go to the shop. The helical is probably damaged. And even if it ...
Canon rebel Xt (350d) digital slr lens5/10/2007
  Q: Im pretty new to digital slr's and am looking for the slr that is right for me. I am trying to find ...
  A: Rafi, Lenses rated in power, (a number followed by an X) really only applies to a camera with a ...
camra4/29/2007
  Q: i got a sony cyber-shot camra and i was wondering if you can restore deleted videos.
  A: Tim, There is a SLIM chance you can recover deleted files from a memory card. As long as the card ...
Quantaray QDC 900WA flash for Canon Digital Rebel4/28/2007
  Q: I have a Quantaray QDC 900WA flash for my Canon digital rebel and am having trouble bumping up the ...
  A: You can't do it in full auto (green mode or any of the scene modes). But you can do it in Program. ...
hi4/26/2007
  Q: i have nikon L6 camera. is there any way to see photos in my camera screen, which i have downloaded ...
  A: Try putting the images in the same folder that the camera puts its images. That might work, but I ...
Batteries4/22/2007
  Q: For how many hours should I recharge the AA-size batteries that I use in my digital camera? Also, ...
  A: Herb, Without directions, there is no way to know. There are chargers that are designed to charge ...
Flash4/19/2007
  Q: I have a cannon rebel digital and just purchased a Quantaray QDC 900wa flash and the cycle time is ...
  A: Larry, Hi. Thanks for the question. Really the only thing you can do is try better batteries. ...
Kodak DX64904/16/2007
  Q: I recharged my battery on my Kodak easyshare camera DX6490 upon putting the battery back in the ...
  A: On a forum I found about kodak error messages, they said the error was probably because of a problem ...
What are my lenses worth?4/11/2007
  Q: These lenses are for the classic Canon F1. How much are they worth? canon zoom lens FD100-200 canon ...
  A: Ida, Your lenses can be found at retail (used)for about $80 for the 100-200 and between $60 and ...
Advice on my accessories3/15/2007
  Q: a very good afternoon to you (time in Singapore now - LOL). I happen to click on this page while ...
  A: I visited Singapore once many years ago when I was in the Navy. I remember I stayed at a hotel ...
AE-1 canon3/14/2007
  Q: yes my question is do I need to use the flash all the time on this camera? because the time that I ...
  A: Fernando, Oh. Ok. No, you don't need to use it all the time. Only when there is not enough ...
AE-1 canon3/10/2007
  Q: I was given an AE-1 canon camera and I used it once but I did not used the flash and no images came ...
  A: Fernando, Hi. Please re-phrase your question. I'm not sure what you are asking. Are you asking ...
shutter speed on digital camera2/27/2007
  Q: I'm wanting to purchase an all around good digital camera. Prefer under $300. I need one that works ...
  A: Heather, For the money you want to spend you won't get what I personally would consider a camera ...
digital cameras2/20/2007
  Q: john...i`m going to buy a compact digital camera in the $200-$400 range.it`s going to be used for ...
  A: Jim, Hi. Thanks for the question. I feel that as long as you stick with one of the big five ...
what will this fit2/17/2007
  Q: think you for your responce P/K is stamped on the bottem of the lensI have a sears auto mc 300mm ...
  A: James, Hi. Your lens was designed to fit on a pentax manual focus camera. It will work on cameras ...
Buying a camera2/14/2007
  Q: I am going to be buying a new camera soon. I now have a Fuji A310. Not bad but time to upgrade.Any ...
  A: Anne, Hello. Thanks for the question. The Canon S3 is a great little camera. It has a big zoom ...
buy digital camera2/13/2007
  Q: where can i buy the best but most cheapest digital camera.
  A: Antoine, Hello. I'm sorry, but I really can't answer your question. There really isn't an answer ...
Canon PowerShot A5202/8/2007
  Q: I bought this camera in Dec. 2005. All of a sudden the camera does not turn on and the lense will ...
  A: Cheryl, Sorry... no good news. A "no power" gripe could be anything from a bad battery ...
ViviCam 3625 Digital Camera1/5/2007
  Q: My camera has been working great for about 2 years. Now, evertime I switch it on, it goes right off. ...
  A: There could be any number of things that could cause your problem. The only thing you can do is try ...
Good 35MM camera1/2/2007
  Q: I think the reason I asked about SLR types is I was not sure if a 35mm digital would produce the ...
  A: Lori, Well, I think you would be much happier with a digital. Very few stores even carry film ...
Good 35MM camera1/1/2007
  Q: I am interested in purchasing a good 35MM professional camera. I have been doing a great deal of ...
  A: There really aren't that many 35mm cameras left to choose from. (If you want to buy new, anyway) ...
Digital Camera Speed12/10/2006
  Q: I am looking for a digital camera under $200. Something I can fit in my pocket and the lins won't ...
  A: The speed you are talking about is "start up" time and "shutter lag". Generally, cameras that use ...
Deleted ditital pictures12/3/2006
  Q: I accidentally deleted some precious pictures from my digital camera. Is there any way to retrieve ...
  A: Dave, It may be possible to get the pics back. Don't take any more pictures on the card. Take it ...
Camera12/2/2006
  Q: Kodak EasyShare Z740 Digital camera, I dropped it and it broke, the lense would not go back in. ...
  A: I guess he could get lucky and manage to fix it. But it's unlikely. There is probably a bit of ...
digital camera purchase12/1/2006
  Q: I guess I was going by those black Friday ads, where everyone seemed to have a digital camera for ...
  A: Greg, Personally I don't like to say that one brand is better overall than another. However, I ...
Smeared color on a digital camera11/29/2006
  Q: After leaving my Sony DSC-F717 overnight in a cool (down to 30 degrees?) car, it went kaflooey - a ...
  A: Sony has been experiencing problems and there has been a recall because of defective CCD's. ...
digital camera purchase11/27/2006
  Q: I’m looking for a digital camera for my wife as a Christmas gift. I’d like to spend around $100, ...
  A: Greg, I'm sorry. I've been looking around, and I can find no cameras under $100 that are (in my ...
I just have no idea (lens type)11/25/2006
  Q: I have a D-70 Nikon and a daughter who does soccer. My question is will a Nikon 300mm 1:4 ED lens ...
  A: Good question. And I can answer from experience. I bought a 300 f/4 because I got a screaming deal ...
Photoret Miniature Camera11/19/2006
  Q: I am in possession of a photoret miniature camera from 1893/4 What would this be worth. Thanks in ...
  A: Cathy, I found prices on the net that hovered around $1000 USD. I don't know how reliable that ...
sony camcorder11/13/2006
  Q: 1000x zoom, 2. symbian, 3. duo. Further which camcorder (movie/still combined)you recommend to ...
  A: Zaheer, 1. 1000x zoom describes how many times a lens magnifies. Probably only about 25x is real ...
FujifilmCamera not working11/11/2006
  Q: Put my camera in main transport case on returned from Jamaica Holiday. not hand luggage. MAY be ...
  A: Denis, Well, when you can't get power, that's usually just about all she wrote. Can't even trouble ...
digital point and shoot vs. SLR reliabilty11/2/2006
  Q: Yes it's an actual business. We use point and shoots because we don't really do anything fancy, ID ...
  A: It's not that they are more rugged... unless you spend a lot on a metal one like the Nikon D200. ...
digital point and shoot vs. SLR reliabilty10/27/2006
  Q: How much more reliable are DSLRs than point and shoots? I opened a small studio and have digital ...
  A: I wouldn't say that (generally speaking) DSLRs are more reliable than point and shoot cameras. ...
Pentax ESPIO 160 Camera10/13/2006
  Q: I bought a Pentax ESPIO film camera with a 38-160mm zoom lens and it didn't come with an instrucion ...
  A: Rob, I think what you are seeing is the control for the date function. The mode button should let ...
where to start10/11/2006
  Q: im new to dslr where is the starting point for all thes f numbers and appture,s I know that you can ...
  A: Cave Man, There is no "starting point". If you are shooting in manual... setting shutter speed ...
indoor sports shots9/20/2006
  Q: I have a minolta QTsi Maxxum, this camera is fully automatic. I can only change the mode for the ...
  A: Sorry, but you are doing everything right. There simply isn't enough light to get a fast ...
digital SLR9/17/2006
  Q: After much research, I am going to follow your advice and get the Rebel XT with the 17-85 USM IS ...
  A: I'd definately choose the 70-200 f/4 L. It may not have the IS, but it is sharper and brighter. It ...
Which Pentax SLR Film Camera?9/13/2006
  Q: John, I was leaning toward the *ist...can you tell me what advantage it has over the Pentax ZX-60 ...
  A: Robin, The *IST offers a more advanced autofocus, exposure and flash system. It is also able to ...
Pentax *ist DL29/11/2006
  Q: I am average compact user camera. However, I am thinking about moving to d-slr but I'm really on a ...
  A: Fabian, The DL2 is a minor upgrade from the DL. It appears to be the Pentax version of the ...
Nikons9/10/2006
  Q: I'm thinking about getting a Nikon D80 but I'm not sure if its reliable or anything. Do you know if ...
  A: Well unfortunately I haven't seen a D80 yet. I don't think they are officially shipping yet. I ...
Which Pentax SLR Film Camera?9/10/2006
  Q: John - I'm looking for a new 35mm camera and am considering another Pentax. I like the way they ...
  A: Well, Pentax does make a nice little film SLR called the "*ist". I know... it's a strange name. ...
digital SLR9/7/2006
  Q: I am in the market for a digital SLR camera, and was hoping you could offer some advice. There are ...
  A: Heather, You've got a pretty decent budget to play with. I think you should consider the Canon ...
I hate photojournalism...9/5/2006
  Q: Gah, this class is ridiculious, and the teacher arrogent as hell. But regardless, I must suck it up ...
  A: Dave, Well, I've never seen one of these cameras. I tried to do some research and could not find ...
digital camera memory9/3/2006
  Q: I have a sony dsc -s 600 digital still camera and uses memory stick pro duo as add on ...
  A: A. Ravi, Try looking at the card with a computer.... use a card reader. Perhaps the "format" is ...
Quantaray QDC 900WA Flash for Canon8/26/2006
  Q: I have a Canon Digital Rebel, and I purchased a Quantaray QDC 900WA Digital Zoom flash for Canon. ...
  A: Quantaray isn't really a brand. They are a distributor. The company is "Ray Enterprises" and is a ...
nikon8/23/2006
  Q: Ok I have a few questions.... -What do you consider to be the best Nikon 35mm SLR (manual focus) ...
  A: Emily, Well this could be an involved answer. Do you mean best 35mm from all time or currently ...
shooting fireworks8/23/2006
  Q: John, I have a Canon PowerShot A310 that drives me crazy. I hate the shutter delay with this ...
  A: Ron, Here is your original question and my answer: John, I have a Canon PowerShot A310 that ...
digital camera8/21/2006
  Q: I work in a medical laboratory handling pathology specimen.I want to know the kind of equipment i ...
  A: Aravipc, Photography with a microscope is really outside my expertise. However, a google search ...
File Protect question and unknown icon question8/20/2006
  Q: 2 - 1) I apparently have inadvertently placed "File Protect" on two photos... I am trying to ...
  A: Peggy, Well, you could try just formatting the card. There is a format function in the menu. John ...
Slave for Sony H58/19/2006
  Q: I want to use an external flash with my Sony H5. Can I use a peanut slave with the camera's on-board ...
  A: Dave, I checked an H5 today, and it does appear to have a pre-flash... though I can't imagine why ...
nikon or cannon8/12/2006
  Q: i am thinking of digital photography which one do you think is better cannon or nikon. how do u know ...
  A: Jimmi, Just like everyone else, I like one brand of camera more than another. But when you ...
Identify camera lenses8/8/2006
  Q: I recently purchased a lot of lenses that were to fit my nikon. One lense does not fit my nikon and ...
  A: Bruce, I've never seen a chart that would help ID a lens. I might be able to tell if I could see ...
Wollensak stereo 108/1/2006
  Q: I have a Wollensak Stereo 10 that looks like it is great condition, and I was wondering what the ...
  A: Jamie, Hello. Well, you got me. I know next to nothing about stereo cameras. I did a google ...
Camera to buy7/30/2006
  Q: I am currently looking at buying a new camera for general and wildlife photography. Which slr would ...
  A: Personally, if money is not an issue I would narrow my choices to the D200 and 30D. While I am ...
Camera Lens Identification7/28/2006
  Q: I am completely ignorant on camera's and lenses for them, my husband past away a few months ago and ...
  A: Tracy, Your lens was distributed by the Sears Dept. store. It would sell now for around $20 or ...
Digital camera7/25/2006
  Q: i want to buy a camera but i have confusion between Sony cybershot DSC-H1 and Canon Powershot S2-IS. ...
  A: At first glance I did not take your question seriously. One reason is that you didn't give me a ...
Nikon Coolpix 22007/24/2006
  Q: I just read your response to Rolfe regarding the Nikon Coolpix 2200 for up close shots. I am a ...
  A: Diane, Hello. You must have been reading some older questions. The Coolpix 2200 is ...
Argus C37/23/2006
  Q: I have an Argus C3 that I think was made in the 1960's and I need to know the value. Can you tell me ...
  A: Your C3 (the BRICK) was mass-produced so unfortunately has no real collectors value. Nice examples ...
Focus error on camera7/18/2006
  Q: Yesterday while i was shooting with my fuji finepix f 455 the camera suddenly malfuctioned and now ...
  A: Mike, Sorry, it could be any number of things causing this problem, and even if you knew what the ...
Lense adaptability7/17/2006
  Q: Just to make sure I understand your response: The lenses (wide angle, telephoto and standard will ...
  A: Sorry. When I said you should purchase the lens kit, I meant when you buy a camera, you should not ...
Lense adaptability7/17/2006
  Q: I have a Canon EOS Rebel with three lenses, two of which are probably not Canon lenses. Want to ...
  A: Chris, I just wanted to make clear one thing because you said you "made a mistake in thinking ...
Problem with my vivitar camera7/13/2006
  Q: Hey, my vivitar is displaying an 'error 2' message and will not take any photos. What's wrong with ...
  A: Angie, The error message is a maintenance code. If it something you can fix, it will be listed in ...
which digital SLR to buy ?7/11/2006
  Q: My name is Shravan Hegde. I am from Mumbai, India. Well, I’m doing a degree in Commercial Art and ...
  A: Shravan, Hello. I hope you and your family and friends are all safe. I am watching news of the ...
Stuck film advance lever on olympus om107/6/2006
  Q: Sir, The film advance lever on my OM10 is stuck.I have replaced the batteries and every thing else ...
  A: Clinton, If you are sure you have power (meter is on) but shutter won't trip and you can't ...
What to choose---and batteries7/4/2006
  Q: I want to try my hand at doing photog w/ people and pets, and I need a camera, and I can spend about ...
  A: Nance, The camera you want is (in my opinion) not appropriate for studio work. That doesn't mean ...
antique camera (FOLLOW-UP)7/2/2006
  Q: My wifes father was a WW 1 veteran. She found this Eastman Kodak camera of his and was wondering if ...
  A: FOLLOW UP ANSWER: I found this in an article on bookrags.com. Was her father in the "signal ...
Film advance6/29/2006
  Q: I am new to cameras and purchaced a vivitar v3800n off ebay just to play with. But the film advance ...
  A: Is there film in the camera? If there is, it could be at the end of the roll and needs to be ...
Old Canon6/27/2006
  Q: I have a Canon AE-1 Program and a Canon T-50. They are the last peices of equipment from my days as ...
  A: Cheikh, There really isn't much of a market for old film cameras. There are MANY of them for sale ...
Digital camera for closeups6/23/2006
  Q: My camera is a Kodak EasyShare model DX6340. That would be great if my current camera would do! ...
  A: Kaylene, Unfortunately since your camera is an older model, I don't have one on hand to give you ...
what camera to buy for a mom posing as an amatuer photographer to her children6/17/2006
  Q: I went to a camera shop today to hold cameras in my hand and get their "selling points." The sales ...
  A: Trina, I personally wouldn't feel bad about buying a Pentax. They make a fine machine and at a ...
what camera to buy for a mom posing as an amatuer photographer to her children6/14/2006
  Q: I have been a 35mm hold out because of the ease of making 5 copies of each print to give out to each ...
  A: An SLR really is the fastest type there is. And I don't know what you consider a lot of money, but ...
digital cameras6/14/2006
  Q: I am not any professional photographer and i have to buy a digital camera. I want the best ...
  A: Tom, I'm sorry. I can't honestly answer your question. I get questions like yours quite ...
Finepix 2650 with a xD picture card6/13/2006
  Q: I have a finepix 2650 digital camera. It takes a xD picture card. Maximum 2.0 mega pixels. Fujifilm. ...
  A: Liz, Your images are probably corrupted. All you are seeing on the camera is a thumbnail. You'll ...
recommendation on what camera to buy6/12/2006
  Q: I'm looking at digital cameras and plan too buy one soon. In rhe past I've had an Olympus that was ...
  A: Bruce, ISO means "international standards organizaton". Also known as "film speed". Digital ...
new buyer6/8/2006
  Q: i am very interested in buying a video camera-mainly for the purpose of recording family and friends ...
  A: Laura, As far as brands, I'm fond of Canon and Sony. The best time to buy? Well, usually big ...
What camera to buy6/1/2006
  Q: I am not knowledgable about digital cameras, but would like to buy a reasonably priced camera simple ...
  A: Jayne, Hi and thanks for the question. For cameras you may want to consider the Canon "A" series ...
Trying to find film for older polaroid camera5/25/2006
  Q: I have just bought an old polaroid sx70 cmaera and was trying to determine what type of film it ...
  A: Polaroid stopped producing the film for the SX70 early this year. It used SX70/Timezero film. ...
Cosina5/23/2006
  Q: I collect cameras and have some Pentax mv and mv1 cameras that are obviously not made by Pentax. I ...
  A: I don't know the particulars of all the build agreements of different cameras over the years. But ...
Olympus AZ 300 Superzoom 35mm AF Camera5/17/2006
  Q: I just purchased this camera from an auction website for $6 bucks, it came with Lens cap, case, ...
  A: Well, it's pretty old for the type of camera it is. If the motor is struggling it will only get ...
Old film developing5/9/2006
  Q: My wife came across an old Bell & Howell Directors Series Zoomatic video camera with film inside. I ...
  A: Christopher, You can find film here: http://www.8mmfilmstock.com/color8mmfilm.html Processing ...
olympus om10 problem5/6/2006
  Q: As I was taking a picture with my Olympus om10 it froze mid picture and now the winder is stuck. Can ...
  A: The OM10 has an all electronic shutter. If it won't fire, you may want to try cleaning the battery ...
SLR lenses to digital body.5/4/2006
  Q: is there any disadvantage to using my Canon A-1 lenses with my Canon Rebel XT?
  A: The old FD lenses from Canon actually won't fit on your Rebel. At least not directly. I have heard ...
Potential CCD error5/4/2006
  Q: I own an Olympus digital camera - very similar to, if not exactly like the one at ...
  A: Simon, Your friend may be right in his conclusion, but wrong with his facts. A CCD does not turn ...
digital camera4/27/2006
  Q: make canon model powershot a70 problem: i bumped the camera while shooting. now the zoom lens wont ...
  A: Paul, Probably not. A stuck zoom is one of the most common problems and usually shows an E18 ...
Digital Camera4/17/2006
  Q: I am an Avid Trekker and I indulge in treks in areas like Hills, mountains to sea sides. Coming to ...
  A: The number of pixels really has nothing to do with where you are taking pictures. The pixels bear ...
Service manual, schematic4/14/2006
  Q: I would like to know where cen I find service manual or schematic for Olympus C-750.
  A: Michal, You can't get them unless you are an authorized service person. They don't sell them to ...
Canon Ixus APS Film Camera4/12/2006
  Q: The camera is about 6 yrs old. In great nick, except that it will not switch on. It has an ok ...
  A: Steve, If it won't even switch on, all you can do is clean the battery contacts. These things ...
camera3/31/2006
  Q: I am looking for an affordable camera for my 18year old daughter. I recently purchased a Canon ...
  A: I've owned several olympus cameras over the years.... film and digital and been very happy with all ...
camera3/29/2006
  Q: I am looking for an affordable camera for my 18year old daughter. I recently purchased a Canon ...
  A: Patricia, Olympus has just introduced an impact resistant camera. It's called the 720 SW. I'm not ...
canon sd 500 and sd5503/11/2006
  Q: whatis the different between canon powershot sd500 and sd550 beside the series number. why is sd500 ...
  A: Carolyn, The reason that the 500 doesn't seem as popular is because it is last seasons model. The ...
Canon digital camera3/7/2006
  Q: Followup To Question - My teenage daughter received a Canon A520 digital camera in December. She ...
  A: Patricia, The only camera to claim to be shock resistant will be introduced shortly by Olympus. ...
My Pentx ME Super shutter has jammed3/4/2006
  Q: I have another question for you if you dont mind answering? I was loading fresh film into my newly ...
  A: No, not setting to X would only result in the shutter being open for a few seconds. Your mirror is ...
Hi John, I'm looking into...3/1/2006
  Q: I'm looking into purchasing a digital camera and Costco has an Olympus SP700 coming up for sale. ...
  A: I've never seen an SP700 myself. It is a fairly typical 6mp point and shoot camera and not one ...
Journalist Cameras2/15/2006
  Q: Hey, I have noticed that almost all journalists have the same camera, a large white one whith an ...
  A: A white lens means its a Canon. But the camera bodies aren't white. I doubt they are all the same ...
battery drain2/8/2006
  Q: I don't know if this problem is in your field of work but I don't know where to turn ,I can put best ...
  A: My only suggestion would be to try Lithium AA (not re-chargeable) to see if it behaves. If not, ...
Digital zoom, Optical zoom2/2/2006
  Q: I'm considering a purchase of a digital camera and I see they make reference to both digital and ...
  A: Art, Optical zoom is "real" zoom. In other words, the lens is actually doing the zoom. ...
vivitar camera problem2/2/2006
  Q: I have a Vivitar Vivicam 3735, 3.3 megapixel camera. It's worked great for about 2 years. Last ...
  A: Katherine, Your camera is actually broken and there is nothing you personally can do about it. ...
Fast Digital Cameras1/28/2006
  Q: I am in the market for a new digital camera. Whats important to me is a fast camera, little to no ...
  A: Jason, Well.... well, hmm. A DSLR is the fastest type of camera, period. That doesn't mean that ...
megapixels1/21/2006
  Q: novice in the market for a new digital camera and was just wondering if its better to have more ...
  A: Jeff, Well, generally speaking... more is better. But that doesn't mean you need a lot. The ...
technology1/11/2006
  Q: I need this answer for my primary research, so please answer back. A.S.A.P I would aso like to know ...
  A: Mr. Robins, I'm not sure what you are asking. You asked "what the different processes that the ...
digital camera1/8/2006
  Q: i have a power shot s2 is canon. 5.0mp canon zoom 12x when the lcd moniter is opened left 180 ...
  A: Gordon, If I understand your question.... you can't see anything when you look thru the eye-level ...
I am just CONFUSED!1/8/2006
  Q: I would like to take my own shots in order to print them off from my large format printer. I am ...
  A: Murtaza, Sorry my friend. This is not something I can just give "tips" on. People practice for ...
Digital Point & Shoot cameras1/7/2006
  Q: I'm frustrated with the time delay between pressing the picture button and the actual picture being ...
  A: Steve, Unfortunately it is in the nature of P/S cameras to have some delay (shutter drag). And ...
Macro photos1/6/2006
  Q: John Thank you for your previous answers to my questions. My main concern now is what to look for to ...
  A: A great camera for that would be one of the inexpensive Nikon Coolpix cameras, like the 4600 or ...
How a 35mm camrea captures an image?1/3/2006
  Q: My name is Craig Robins and I was wondering if you could anwser a question for me. Could you tell ...
  A: A camera is simply made of a lens and a light-tight box to hold the film with a shutter in-between. ...
John Thanks for your reply...12/29/2005
  Q: John Thanks for your reply to my question. I am considering the Kodak Z700 with 5X optical zoom and ...
  A: Bill, The Kodak has a 10cm close focus. This is fairly normal, but not that great. You may want ...
Digital Vs film camera12/21/2005
  Q: My question to you is very very simple. I have a canon film Slr camera with ...
  A: Gandharv, Not really a fair question. Plus, you can ask 2 different people and get 2 different ...
Which Camera?12/18/2005
  Q: i am about to purchase a digital slr camera. i require something that has manual functions and can ...
  A: Nick, Oh, boy. This can be a really involved question and the reason is that I really don't feel ...
kodak digital cam12/18/2005
  Q: ah..i dropped it. evidently the dial got lodged and stuck.. i can't turn it on or off..except with ...
  A: Katie, Well, sorry.... but it'll have to go to the shop. When they say "no user serviceable ...
Buying a new digital camera12/17/2005
  Q: We are looking to buy our first digital camera. I am a "point and shoot" person, and I would like ...
  A: KB, It's the manual features your spouse wants that really narrows your choice down. There ...
comparison12/17/2005
  Q: which digital camera is beter, sony cybershot dsc f828 or canon EOS 20D. please give reasons
  A: Hashim, Well, given a choice I would choose the 20D. I feel an SLR is a much more flexible ...
Nikon coolpix 8400 for clicking interiors12/16/2005
  Q: I am an Interior Designer. I am considering purchasing a digital camera for shooting Interiors of ...
  A: Monish, The 8400 is actually one of the few cameras I would suggest for interior documentation. ...
Zoom lens for digital camera12/14/2005
  Q: Recently. I bought my wife a Canon 350D digital SLR camera which came with a 'standard' 18-55mm ...
  A: Jeremy, The next logical lens is a Canon 75-300. At least for most folks. You see, 300mm is that ...
digital cameras12/13/2005
  Q: I want to buy a quality digital slr camera and a quality photo printer for my wife for Christmas. I ...
  A: Jason, This catagory of camera is to new for anyone to really make a "bad" camera. In other ...
Lens comparison12/13/2005
  Q: the older style 35mm slr camera, i already have diffrent lenses for it the standeard 28-70 and a ...
  A: Jonathan, USM motors supply more torque for auto-focus and are quiter. More torque means it ...
digital cameras12/12/2005
  Q: I am looking to buy a Kodak CD33 digital camera. My question is , Is this a good camera for me to ...
  A: Lisa, The 33 would be a fine camera to start with. However, it should come with everything you ...
software11/24/2005
  Q: I have a Kodak EasyShare digital camera and would like to know if you can download pictures without ...
  A: Charles, Every Kodak I've come across requires to use their software. I've never seen a kodak that ...
What sort of digital camera?11/20/2005
  Q: I am a amateur photographer looking to have a little more control over the types of shots I take... ...
  A: Angela, I'm a little confused as to what you are looking for. Zoom and auto-focus are two ...
Kodak Easy Share Digital Cameras11/15/2005
  Q: John: I think this question is within your realm of expertise. Do you have to use the Kodak ...
  A: I just had a look at the instruction book from one of Kodaks latest Easy-Share cameras. I find no ...
which one is for me?11/12/2005
  Q: That's interesting, thanks for all that information. Well I just want a camera for memories. ...
  A: Jon, Oops. Sorry I didn't get back to you right away. I lost track of the questions I answered. ...
which one is for me?11/10/2005
  Q: I am looking to buy a digital camera. I want it to be a good one but I don't know what I should get. ...
  A: Jon, Actually, it isn't really true that the more pixels is better. Especially in point and shoot ...
Purchase of SLR camera11/25/2004
  Q: I'd like to ask a follow-up. Re: the G lens - will I miss not having the aperature control feature? ...
  A: The aperture control is not missing.... it was just moved to the body. You won't miss it because ...
Purchase of SLR camera11/25/2004
  Q: I had a Pentax P5 camera for quite a while and loved it. It was stolen after we moved 2 years ago. ...
  A: The N65 has a slightly faster frame advance but the 75 has a better light meter and TTL flash ...
digital cameras11/24/2004
  Q: would you please compare the following cameras minolta dimage z3 vs cannon powersht s70.
  A: Nick, Well, generally speaking these aren't really "comparable" cameras. They are each in their ...
digital cameras11/21/2004
  Q: I am looking to purchase a digital camera for the first time. The most important thing to me is the ...
  A: Mark, I'm sorry to have to tell you this, but there aren't any digital cameras (in my opinion) in ...
camera lens11/14/2004
  Q: I bought a 35 mm camera at an estate sale. It is a Minolta 3000i. It came with a 50mm lens. I want ...
  A: These days a 50mm lens is unusual. It was common untill the late 80's when all the camera makers ...
Digital Camera downloads11/14/2004
  Q: I have a year old computer with windows XP[ home Edition] and I am having difficulty downloading ...
  A: The Canon and Adobe software should not confilct. This is probably a windows issue. Plug in the ...
Digital cameras11/6/2004
  Q: I am looking to buy my first digital camera. I am looking for something with a big zoom and also ...
  A: Sue, I'm a big fan of image stabilizer. And you will find it very helpfull with long lenses. You ...
digital camera printer10/20/2004
  Q: I am about to buy my first digital camera and have settled on the kodak cx6300 after reading several ...
  A: Bob, I get questions like this all the time and unfortunately I really can't give you a simple ...
Maxxum 300si. Vivitar 28-210. Zenit 11. Helios 44 M2. Nikanon YN 300. Fuji Discovery 190. Samsung ECX 130. Konica T3.10/20/2004
  Q: 1 - Minolta Maxxum 300si SLR body with 2 - Vivitar 28-210. 72mm Autofocus 1:35 - 5.6 ...
  A: A. You won't be able to download manuals. People make a business of selling them though. Try ...
olympus digital cameras10/6/2004
  Q: Could you tell me information about Olympus Digital Cameras (olympus as a company), information on ...
  A: Sam, The C-5050 has been discontinued for some time. It was replaced by the 5060.... which is ...
Sony Cybershot DSC-P5010/1/2004
  Q: I bought this camera back in 2000/2001 so any warranty on it has probably expired. Right now it ...
  A: Adele, Sorry my friend. There is no real advice to be given. There is no way to troubleshoot a ...
Digitaal9/30/2004
  Q: ------------------------- Followup To Then you are saying that it is better to stay with ...
  A: Les, No. I'm not saying that at all. It depends on what the specific job is. I think for the ...
Digitaal9/29/2004
  Q: What is a medium format back on digital? Brands. The best. My question is; are digital cameras ...
  A: A medium format camera is a pro camera that takes medium format (usually 120) film. The Mamiya 645 ...
Digitaal9/28/2004
  Q: My question is; are digital cameras the same as conventional cameras when it comes to color ...
  A: Les, Hello and thanks for the questions. Well, yes the same rules still apply. The basics ...
digital camera9/24/2004
  Q: How are you? A friend of mine purchased a digital camera (Fuji Finepix S7000). To his big surprize ...
  A: Eric, The problem is that your friends camera is basically just a fancy point and shoot camera ...
Shades for Canon SLR9/19/2004
  Q: What shade do I need for indoor sports, and which shade do I need for outdoor sports. lenses ...
  A: Jim, You don't base your choice of lens shade on what you are shooting. You base it you the lens ...
Batteries9/16/2004
  Q: I would like to know whether the following batteries are rechargeable or not: ...
  A: Aftab, No, they are not rechargeable. They are just normal AA batteries like you would buy at any ...
Which one?9/12/2004
  Q: Followup To Question -Hi John, Well this might be a bit of a dumb question or a search for the ...
  A: Renee, Sorry, I'm a bit turned around. You wrote: "OK, So with all this mind I am now down to a ...
Which one?9/10/2004
  Q: Well this might be a bit of a dumb question or a search for the needle in the hay stack but I was ...
  A: Sorry Renee, The 300D is an SLR... well, actually a DSLR. SLR means "single lens reflex". Of ...
Which one?9/9/2004
  Q: Well this might be a bit of a dumb question or a search for the needle in the hay stack but I was ...
  A: Renee, Well, my reflex when you mention the 300D is to tell you to go for that. I will always ...
Zoom vs. Megapixels9/4/2004
  Q: I am considering purchasing one of two currently available Kodak cameras -- the DX6490 with 4mp and ...
  A: Jeff, Both cameras are intended for family use. Either one would serve well. You have to ask ...
Nikon N708/27/2004
  Q: We replaced (insurance replaced after an older model was stolen) and upgraded to a Nikon N70. We ...
  A: Edith, If your lenses were purchased about the same time as your camera, they will fit just about ...
Canon EOS 10D/20D8/24/2004
  Q: My question is very simple: do you have any advice about methods of selling newer cameras? Namely ...
  A: Well.... eBay is the first thing that comes to mind. If that is not an option you could try doing ...
art pieces...8/20/2004
  Q: I have Olympics 5050, I shoot my art work and antique collection from 1" to 20" high, even I trun to ...
  A: Shylin, Tiff or Jpeg have nothing to do with grain (actually called noise in digital ...
A few qucik questions8/12/2004
  Q: I emailed you last week and asked you a bunch of general questions about digital cameras. Since then ...
  A: Nicolas, 1. Yes, there is a considerable difference. No, I personally don't consider it true video ...
circular polarizers8/12/2004
  Q: Sorry I wasn't specific enough with my original question. I know that the circular polarizer is to ...
  A: I found this explanation on DPfwiw: Circular polarizers (CPs) are 2-layer affairs—a linear ...
circular polarizers8/9/2004
  Q: Could you explain the difference between a circular polarizing filter as opposed to a "regular" ...
  A: Samuel, Circular polarizers were designed to accomodate the auto-focusing systems of early 35mm AF ...
Camera8/7/2004
  Q: My Wife would like to buy a camera for around house and vacation use? We discussed 35mm or Digital, ...
  A: Ricky, I would buy (actually I did buy) a digital SLR. Something like the Digital Rebel (Canon) ...
What Camera is best for me?8/5/2004
  Q: I am in the process of buying a digital camera and I need some help in selecting the best one to ...
  A: Nicolas, Well, if size is the main thing and the Pentax is the right size..... you've pretty much ...
Best close up cameras8/4/2004
  Q: I was wondering which camera is best for close up, and have the best white balance, cause i am in ...
  A: Rolfe, In my opinion the white-balance on all digital cameras is imperfect. I really don't think ...
Panasonic Camcorder No VIdeo7/30/2004
  Q: The camera is only 2 years old and it was used only a few times and I haven't used it in a more than ...
  A: RJ, Yes, it is possible that it is something else. I mean, you can't really troubleshoot a camera ...
digital cameras7/27/2004
  Q: I'm deciding on a new digital camera. We've always used Olympus and/or Canon over the years, but ...
  A: Joe, Well, I guess that would depend on what you mean by "trust. The Panasonic has a nice lens, ...
film versus digital camera7/15/2004
  Q: I purchased a Canon Rebel EOS 300D Digital Camera thinking it would reproduce images as sharp as my ...
  A: Donny, Your question unfortunately makes some false assumptions. The number of pixels has nothing ...
digital camera7/12/2004
  Q: I have sony di.camera.I download my photos to the computer but I don't know who i can resize them , ...
  A: Swisser, Unfortunately none of your questions are related to the actual use of the camera. And I ...
digital camera7/11/2004
  Q: .i bought a digital camera/web cam from logitech..its a ClickSmart 820..the problem with it is that ...
  A: Veronica, Well, not to be too blunt, but either your batteries suck, or the camera sucks. It's ...
nikon D1007/4/2004
  Q: I own a nikon f 5 plus bought a nikon D100 a few months ago. Why is it the nikon D100 under ...
  A: Johnny, I've heard this same complaint from owners of many different cameras. I think the problem ...
Best zoom for a point and shoot7/2/2004
  Q: I am getting my first camera and I was just wondering what I should get zoom-wise. Also, what would ...
  A: Leah, Well, to be honest there aren't many cameras left in this catagory. One of my favorites of ...
3d camera7/1/2004
  Q: John, I picked up a disposable 3d camera (with 3 lens) at a garage sale. It has iso 400 with c41 ...
  A: Ted, I'm sure it is technically possible to reload your camera. But with a "single use" version ...
Prints from Digital Camera6/22/2004
  Q: I have a Minolta DiMage Z1 and have been very happy with the pictures. However, when I print the ...
  A: Sue, This is a problem with digital cameras. The aspect ratio doesn't match common print sizes. ...
DVD-R and DVD+R6/22/2004
  Q: Do you know what is the difference between DVD-R and DVD+R discs?
  A: Ram, They are simply different video standards. Several companies were working on DVD recordable ...
digital camera purchase6/22/2004
  Q: I am about to buy a digital camera. I've been looking at the Canon Powershot SD100, and to me it ...
  A: Karen, Hello. Thanks for the questions. All digital cameras suffer from the dreaded "purple ...
Want to set Konica auto focus AA 35 camera to take single frame pictures?6/22/2004
  Q: Received a fun Konica AA 35 camera. 1.Is there an adjustment / setting for single (regular ...
  A: Sanford, No.... you can only do half frame negatives. I doubt you will find many services for ...
pets eyes glow6/16/2004
  Q: John, when ever I take a spur of the moment picture of my dog, if a flash is needed his eyes glow ...
  A: Mike, This is a common problem and there isn't much you can do about it. A higher ISO will help a ...
the best digital cameras6/15/2004
  Q: Pease guide me to find the best digital camera for family and travel, family photo printing .i want ...
  A: Behnam, Sorry, but making lists of cameras is something I just don't do. There are too many ways ...
Ultra-Compact Digitals6/14/2004
  Q: I am looking for an ultra-compact digital (3 or 4 megapixel) camera that I can carry with me all the ...
  A: Ryan, The smallest camera I know of with full manual control is the Konica Minolt G500. (they ...
Sony Digital Cameras6/14/2004
  Q: John, thanks for your input. Its sounds like the CD camera is not the way for me to go and I ...
  A: Evan, Well, the 828 is a much higher-end camera. But that doesn't make it the right one for you. ...
point and shot, digital cameras6/13/2004
  Q: Your opinion on best point and shot cameras and 3 mp. digital cameras on the market today. Thank ...
  A: Mike, It's a simple answer, really. The best cameras come from the same folks who have been ...
Sony Digital Cameras6/11/2004
  Q: I'm planning on buying a digital camera in the 3-5 megapixel range and have heard about a couple of ...
  A: Evan, I'm personally not fond of the Sony CD cameras. The only good reason I can think of for ...
Digital camera for Macs.6/11/2004
  Q: I've been looking on the net but can't find what I want. Do you know of a mini digital camera that ...
  A: Tom, Well actually, I've never come across one (at least from a major camera maker) that wouldn't ...
sony handycam6/10/2004
  Q: I have a sony handycam.It's model is dcrtrv33.After shooting videos,when i connect my handycam to my ...
  A: Nayan, Downloading via the USB does not give you full resolution video. USB only gives you low ...
Point and Shoot cameras6/8/2004
  Q: I've been looking around for a good point and shoot camera, and after some research have settled on ...
  A: Mark, I think your fears are unfounded. I've been selling Olympus Sylus cameras for years and ...
emailing, printing digital images6/4/2004
  Q: Just purchased an olympus digital and have no problem taking photos. They provide basic software ...
  A: Dave, There are any number of reasons why you could be getting off color prints. It could be your ...
Digital cameras5/19/2004
  Q: I am wanting to purchase either a digital camera or a digital camcorder that can take digital ...
  A: I think the most important thing is a good lens. As for "general purposes".... well, all consumer ...
getting started in digital5/18/2004
  Q: I would like to get started in digital photography. I want to take simple photos, print them out on ...
  A: Dave, Hello. Thanks for the question. I've a feeling that you want to actually know more than ...
digital camera purchasing5/18/2004
  Q: I am looking to buy a new digital camera.My current camera is a simple HP photosmart and I still ...
  A: Bonnie, Well, they actually make a digital Rebel. But I suspect you are actually wanting a point ...
Reasonably Priced Digital C ameras5/13/2004
  Q: I am a Real Estate Agent who needs a camera to take internal and external pictures of properties. I ...
  A: Jack, Hello. Thanks for the question. A few important things to consider for Real Estate photos ...
CMOS sensor interpolated5/13/2004
  Q: This is a general question. One continually hears about a digital camera with, for example, a 2.1 ...
  A: Steven, I think you are probably talking about Fuji's Super CCD. I'm not aware of a CMOS that ...
Camcorders5/11/2004
  Q: i wanna get a digital camcorder that i can put on to videos, my buget is about 120 to 160 pounds and ...
  A: Max, Telling me the camera was "small and silver and it looked quite nice" doesn't help me at all. ...
Digital Camera5/4/2004
  Q: I was wondering how many mega pixils a camera with 640 x 480 pixel resolution has. I am looking for ...
  A: Fraser, 640x480 pixels (also known as VGA) is actually less than a mega-pixel. It's a little over ...
Digital camera5/3/2004
  Q: You've been a great help thank you. If you don't mind please give me ur opinion on this one: Canon ...
  A: Farouk, The 500 is a fine little machine. It is well made and easy to use. It also has a very ...
Digital Camera - Olympus C7505/3/2004
  Q: I would like to know how to take better pictures, without flash and using ASM settings, for indoor ...
  A: Greg, Hello. Thanks for the questions. Well, yes. That is pretty much "the way it is". You ...
choosing a digital camera5/3/2004
  Q: I currently have a Minolta Dimage X, but I'm thinking about getting a better digital camera, ...
  A: Karen, The problems you are faceing are "shutter lag" and slow start-up. Unfortunately, you will ...
digital camera5/2/2004
  Q: I'm going to Melbourne in July & passing thru the dutyfree shops at the airport. Is it worth my ...
  A: Susie, If you don't need a really big zoom, I'd suggest the Nikon CoolPix 3200. It's very easy to ...
Digital camera4/28/2004
  Q: I want to buy a digital camera for family use for about $500, but I'm a little confused between ...
  A: Farouk, I don't feel that any of the brands you mention are one better than the other. And all ...
Camera4/26/2004
  Q: I'm looking at buying a new SLR camera, the one that i have is ancient. I'm looking at spending ...
  A: Laurence, You didn't say wether you wanted film or digital, but I'm going to assume you want ...
which digital camera?4/25/2004
  Q: I need to purchase a digital camera. I'm trying to expand a very small, at home craft business, and ...
  A: Joyce, You don't need to buy an HP to maintain compatability. And the camera itself has nothing ...
night pictures too bright4/21/2004
  Q: i own an olympus c4040 digital camera.it has a fast lense 1.8.when i take pictures at night outside ...
  A: Joe, Sorry I didn't get back to you right away. I'm not supposed to be getting questions this ...
which should i choose4/19/2004
  Q: i'm max could you do me a really big favour and compare the cannon powershot s500 against the ...
  A: Max, Hello. Thanks for the question. Well, the difference is quite simple and doesn't have to be ...
Digital Camera Reliability4/19/2004
  Q: I want to buy a digital. I like most of the write ups about the Canon a70. What are the reliability ...
  A: Craig, Well, you have to understand that you can't fairly compare the A70 (which, by the way has ...
Digital Cameras4/18/2004
  Q: Although I am not a professional photogropher, I have enjoyed taking pictures since the 'Black & ...
  A: Tom, Actually, format does still come into consideration. The Rebel has a larger sensor than the ...
slr camera lens4/10/2004
  Q: on each slr camera lens I see something like f2.6 1.5mm. What does this particular writing mean? ...
  A: Binosh, f2.6 is probably the max aperture of the lens. It describes how large the opening is.... ...
Nikon D1004/2/2004
  Q: I bought a new nikon d100 digital camera a few weeks ago. I like it a lot but have a question. ...
  A: Johnny, Well, you didn't tell me how you have the camera set now, so I can't tell you if there is ...
digital camera memory card3/28/2004
  Q: samsung digimax 201' How do i recover accidentally deleted photo's from my lexar cs memory card?
  A: Jeff, Don't do anything to the card (shoot or format) untill you take steps to recover the data. ...
unsharp3/28/2004
  Q: Hey I am planning buying a new digital camera and I was wondering if you could help me with a ...
  A: Floris, None of the cameras you mention have any true "shake protection". All the 770 does is ...
which is better3/28/2004
  Q: i want to buy another digital camera soon, i have a hawking which i paid $150 us currency in a ...
  A: Max, You've really done all the comparison yourself. There really isn't anything left for me to ...
Transferring pics directly to e-mail3/27/2004
  Q: I currently have two cousins in the military and being without a computer, my aunt has asked me to ...
  A: Jeff, Hello. Thanks for the questions. The answer to your first question is "no". The act of ...
digital camera choices3/26/2004
  Q: John, you are absolutely right. I was not specific enough. Well, I am certainly not a professional ...
  A: Igal, Well that puts some light on it. Your concern about pixels in this class of camera is ...
digital camera choices3/26/2004
  Q: A simple question that I have in my mind - regardless of questions of cost or computer memory ...
  A: Igal, Sorry, I can't make an honest comparison within those limitations. Your parameters are too ...
Buying a digital for portrait photography3/23/2004
  Q: I'm looking for a digital camera that I can use to photograph children, both in a portrait setting ...
  A: Rose, Hello. Thanks for the questions. First let me get this out of the way.... there is more ...
batteries and memory card3/21/2004
  Q: I have my first digital camera (Kodak CX6330). I will be in Europe for 3 weeks with it. #1 How long ...
  A: Harriet, 1. Too many variables to say. It depends on the type and the power of the batteries you ...
Digital camera ;is more megapixil better3/21/2004
  Q: one last question .How would you compare DX100 with DX 70.To layman they appear similar.DX 70 costs ...
  A: I can't give an opinion on that yet. Nikon isn't even shipping the cameras untill the 26th of ...
Canon EOS ELAN3/18/2004
  Q: ..I had already looked into ebay before I sent out this request. There weren't any cameras of my ...
  A: Ken, I would say that the body and 28-80 are worth about $200 USD and the 75-300 is worth about ...
Konica Z-up 80e3/17/2004
  Q: I was researching film camera's on London Drugs website breifly. I am also only 17 so an extremely ...
  A: Amy, I don't have any personal experience with this camera. I've a feeling that it has never been ...
Digital Camera3/15/2004
  Q: I'm in the market for a digital camera and have read some literature on the various features, etc. ...
  A: Ok Maureen. But if you need any help trying to figure out what class of camera you are shopping ...
Digital camera ;is more megapixil better3/14/2004
  Q: -And bigger is not necessarily sharper! Upto what enlargement can we go with a 6 mp without losing ...
  A: Well.... what you can enlarge to is, to some degree a matter of opinion and a matter of printing ...
Sony DSC-P72 digital still camera3/12/2004
  Q: My camera will not switch on ,I pushed the power button to check the battery state and the lens came ...
  A: George, Hello. Thanks for the question. But I don't understand what you did that sony says is ...
Digital Camera3/11/2004
  Q: I'm in the market for a digital camera and have read some literature on the various features, etc. ...
  A: Maureen I'm sorry, but your question is kind of vague. Since you didn't narrow the scope of your ...
effective pixels vs recording pixels3/10/2004
  Q: I just purchased the Fuji Finepix 410. According to its specs, it has 3.1million effective ...
  A: No. There is an old saying. "There ain't no such thing as a free lunch". Pixels have little to do ...
***my canon a70-ASAP- need fast response3/10/2004
  Q: ok thanks a lot i appreciate it- what about the color mistakes though, like they bleed... the sample ...
  A: I really don't see any color bleed. Though I couldn't get your last picture because it went over ...
***my canon a70-ASAP- need fast response3/9/2004
  Q: Hey John, howse it going. I would appreciate a response by Thursday morning, if possible, as I am ...
  A: Harrison, Well yeah... that looks about right. What you are seeing is noise (often called ...
effective pixels vs recording pixels3/9/2004
  Q: I just purchased the Fuji Finepix 410. According to its specs, it has 3.1million effective ...
  A: Karrar, You have a 3.1 mp camera. Fuji uses what they call a SUPER CCD. Basically they have ...
Camera's3/7/2004
  Q: I am helping someone with a school project about cameras and was wondering if you could help me with ...
  A: 1. Silver Halide Crystals... though the answer is a lot more complicated than that. 2. The first ...
Digital Cameras3/2/2004
  Q: I need to get an expert opinion about which digital camera to purchase and why that particular ...
  A: Charles, Hi. Thanks for the question. But you've got to give me a little more than that. What ...
Memory for camera2/24/2004
  Q: I have a Kodak easyshare 6200,what I need to know is what kind of memory do I buy? Digital Card or ...
  A: Jackie, You can use secure digital (SD) or multi-media cards (MMC). If you are not sure while ...
digital camera2/20/2004
  Q: what factors determine quality of digital pictures? can 3 megapixel camera get the same quality ...
  A: Tony, For the most part, the number of pixels has little to do with quality. Really, all a lot of ...
Camera batteries2/18/2004
  Q: I have been using rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries in my Ricoh digital camera. After a number of ...
  A: Bill, Hello. Thanks for the questions. NiMH batteries are not supposed to hold their charge ...
buying 5 MP digital camera2/12/2004
  Q: I'm interested in buying a 5MP digital camera, 3X probably fine. Used to be a (low-end) amatuer ...
  A: Bob, At the moment, most 5mp/3X zoom cameras are on clearance for around $400 without the larger ...
Battery2/10/2004
  Q: I bought a battery charger and want to know how I calculate charging time. On its introduction was ...
  A: Apa, Hello. Thanks for the question. Before I answer, I am compelled to say something. This ...
medium format cameras2/9/2004
  Q: what is a medium format camera and what can it do that my canon rebel can't
  A: Chad, Hello. Thanks for the question. A medium format camera takes advantage of a larger ...
video camera manufacturing practices2/5/2004
  Q: John- A Friend is looking at buying a video camera. Someone told him that some manufacturer ...
  A: Marc, Hello. Thanks for the question. Well, I've never heard of this either, and I don't believe ...
sony dsc-p51 digital camera1/28/2004
  Q: when i turn on camera the lens shutter wont open and lcd screen says turn power off and on again. i ...
  A: Sorry Bill. There isn't anything you can do to fix it yourself. Those days are pretty much over. ...
Recommendation?1/16/2004
  Q: John, My wife likes to take photos, and likes using a variety of lenses, but has had a string of ...
  A: Mark, Hello. Thanks for the question. Well, I'm personally rather fond of Nikons. I don't know ...
Can't decide on digital camera1/9/2004
  Q: I am having a hard time deciding which digital camera to buy...have been deciding for the last 6m ...
  A: Durga, Hello. Thanks for the question..... uh.. questions?? Well, look. Please don't take ...
Your general opinion regarding Digital Rebel1/7/2004
  Q: I am going to by a mid priced sub-professional digital camera and the Cannon Digital Rebel keeps ...
  A: Mark, Hello. Thanks for the question. The digital Rebel is a great camera. But I would consider ...
Digital Camera Screen not working1/7/2004
  Q: I have a Canon Ixus camera. Unfortunately the screen no longer works and the workshop tells me a ...
  A: Chris, Unfortunately there is nothing you can do yourself. You have to have dedicated test ...
Digital cameras & limited zoom function?1/5/2004
  Q: We were very close to buying a digital camera and had narrowed it down to the 3 mp Sony DSCP72 or ...
  A: Brian, Howdy. Thanks for the questions. 1. More pixels could make all the difference in the ...
Digital cameras1/5/2004
  Q: I'm on the site (Allexperts) on secondary education. Anyway, I want to get my first digital camera, ...
  A: Steve, Hello. Thanks for the question. Sorry I didn't get right back to you. We are getting a ...
viewfinders with diopter adjustment1/1/2004
  Q: I'm shopping for my first digital camera. Consumer Reports tell me that since I am farsighted, I may ...
  A: Robyn, Howdy. Thanks for the questions. Yes, you can find diopters on cameras less than $500. ...
digital camera choices12/1/2003
  Q: I'm wondering if you have any quidance on a new digital camera. I'm looking for a multi purpose ...
  A: Phil, Hello. Thanks for the questions. Let me start by saying that I can't really tell you how ...
Canon G3 vs G511/28/2003
  Q: I have read much about the problems with the new G5 but also have heard from a friend that the G5 ...
  A: Alan, I recieved your corrected rateing and thank-you. However, there is limited space on the ...
filming11/19/2003
  Q: I was wondering if you could help me with a problem. A friend of mine decided to film the nocturnal ...
  A: Alex, If the footage you saw looked green and the animals eyes appeared to glow, then the light ...
Nikon FE / Stuck shutter11/16/2003
  Q: My Nikon FE has a recurring problem... the shutter doesn't reset after taking a picture, so I also ...
  A: Mark, You can reset by turning the shutter-speed dial past the M90 or M250 position (whichever you ...
Problem with Connecting Digital Camera with Computer11/14/2003
  Q: My computer is an HP Pavilion 754n (6 months old) and has handy USB connectors at the front. We got ...
  A: Terry, Well, please keep in mind that this is more of a computer problem then a photography ...
Sport Photograpy+Webcam Sony DSC-71710/30/2003
  Q: I have Sony Cybershoot DSC-F717 digital camera. I need to take pictures of basketball games, but it ...
  A: Mikelis, I don't mean this to sound flippant..... but: You can't. That camera just isn't all ...
Sony f71710/27/2003
  Q: its andrew again and I would like to thank you for the responce. After you did respond, I did some ...
  A: Andrew, Hello again. For most occasions, JPEG would be fine. I doubt (though I don't know for ...
Sony DSC-F71710/26/2003
  Q: My question is that in the options from my F717, can you please tell me what TIFF is and why it ...
  A: Andrew, TIFF means "tagged image file format". It uses a type of lossless compression that will ...
memory cards10/26/2003
  Q: are mmc and secure digital cards one in the same? what cards are interchangeable?
  A: Keith, They are not the same but are interchangeable. The difference has to do with copy ...
digital vs film10/21/2003
  Q: I know that film emulsions (at least B&W) contain grains of light-sensitive compounds and, if I ...
  A: Gary, Hello. Thanks for the questions. Unfortunately there is no clear answer. And I firmly ...
New, Digital Rebel SLR from Cannon10/17/2003
  Q: What do you think of It ? I have looked at it in the store,but have not talked to anyone who has ...
  A: Ed, Well, I don't personally care much for it. There isn't really anything wrong with it. It's ...
Digital Video Camera10/15/2003
  Q: I just bought Panasonic Digital Video Camera model NV DS60. I just want to know..can i take still ...
  A: Dewi, In theory, you could send them to be processed. You would have to download the pictures to ...
Digital video editing10/11/2003
  Q: I have got SONY DCR-TRV70K and a notebook (Celeron 1GHz) with USB cable. Would it be enough to load ...
  A: Batsuren, Hello. Thanks for the question. You can't do good video with USB. You must use ...

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