Camera Sleuth

Back up your photos!

As a [personal, non-professional, I-do-it-because-I-love-it] photographer, nothing pains me more than the idea of losing any of the photos I have taken. To date I have been taking digital photos for, no lie or exaggeration, seven years. And while I’m the queen of preaching the importance of photo back ups to others, I unfortunately [...]

Kodak Zi8: the perfect pocket-sized video camera

Having a digital camera is great for photos, and if you have a point & shoot DSLR, also great for the occasional video, but what happens when you want something more robust? You get a dedicated video camera, of course. But before your wallet starts cringing, relax. Today’s video cameras don’t cost the hundreds (or [...]

DSLR tip: Want better photos? Get a better flash.

DSLR cameras are incredible pieces of technology that make it very easy to take captivating photos. With a few twists of a dial you can rely on the camera’s intuitive technology to take breathtaking captures, or you can switch to manual mode and use your own creativeness and expertise to capture just the right [...]

You can never have too many memory cards

If following my kids around with my digital camera has taught me one thing, it’s this: you can never have too many memory cards. Now, I should preface this statement with the fact that I shoot in RAW format. What does that mean? Well, it means that I use a special format, a special [...]

Lens attachments: a cheap alternative to pricey DSLR lenses

If you own a DSLR, then you probably have a good idea of just how expensive lenses can be. A straightforward 18-55mm “kit” lens retails for around $100, and the fancier, crisper 50mm f/1.4 portrait lens can cost upwards of $200. So unless you’re well off financially, you’ll find that acquiring various lenses can take [...]

Get a miniature camcorder with the Flip MinoHD

Flip MinoHD™: The World’s Smallest HD Camcorder

Every year digital camcorders are getting smaller even as they come with extra features and more functionality. This miniaturization has gotten to point where you can now carry a camcorder in your pocket, and this includes cameras that capture high-definition video. If you think it’s not possible, [...]

The Canon PowerShot SD950-IS Titanium Digital ELPH Has Big Resolution With A Small Price

Canon PowerShot SD950-IS Titanium 12.1 MP Digital ELPH
You can get a digital camera that is small with high resolution without forking over the money for an SLR. If you’re in the market for a new camera with a resolution that exceeds 10 megapixels, but can’t afford a top of the line professional camera then [...]

Skip The Store Crowds And Save Money Buying Your Digital Cameras Online

Did you make it through all the crazy crowds that were at every store and shopping mall on the day after Thanksgiving? If you thought that by skipping the crowds that you would miss the best deals on getting a new digital camera, then you would be wrong. There are plenty of sales [...]

Get A Camera That’s Durable With The Olympus Stylus 1030SW

Olympus Stylus 1030SW – digital camera
Sometimes the best pictures are captured in less than perfect weather conditions, and for such occasions you’ll want a camera that’s durable. Although durability is an essential element, you’ll also want a camera that is more than just rugged; you’ll want a camera that will capture those amazing shots that [...]

Capture Perfect Photos With The FujiFilm FinePix Z200fd 10 Megapixel Digital Camera

Fuji Film FinePix Z200fd 10 Megapixel Digital Camera – Red
We all know that when it comes to taking photographs; it’s the picture quality that matters as much as the subject matter. A camera’s resolution in megapixels is an important part of capturing amazing images, so to is the camera’s ability to detect varying lighting [...]