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I would like to get started in digital photography. I want to take simple photos, print them out on my hp deskjet, email them. What equipment will I need and equally important, what is the best way to acquire some basic knowledge?

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Dave,

Hello. Thanks for the question.

I've a feeling that you want to actually know more than you are stating.  Because the answer to the first part of your question....  "what equipment will I need" is obvious.  All you need is a camera, a computer and a printer.  I also usually suggest some decent photo editing software.  If you want to know more about equipment, narrow down your question and I'll be glad to help.

As for basic knowledge I suggest you start with some good books.  Get one that covers the basics of photography.  Then one that goes into digital.  John Hedgecoe is a great author.

John

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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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