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When planning to buy a camera, it is best if you know the various kinds of camera on the market. This will save you time and money as well as mental strain from buying the wrong one and having to return it for replacement.

There are no exact rules in buying a camera, but be sure that the camera you buy does the job you intended it for. You should have a first hand knowledge, or at least some basic ideas about cameras.

Here are the different kinds of cameras:

The point and shoot camera:

This camera is popular among many because of its simplicity. There's no need to worry about the control over exposure and focus. This camera allows you to just point and push a button to take pictures.

SLR camera:

SLR camera - SLR means 'Single Lens Reflex.' With an SLR, instead of looking through a separate window as your viewfinder, you actually look through the lens of the camera itself. This is one of the most preferred cameras for professional photographers.

Medium and large format camera:

The medium and large camera appeals to more of a perfectionist photographer who seeks more flexibility and clarity. Medium and large format cameras use much larger sized films than SLR.

Digital camera:

These are the most advance in camera technology. Digital cameras don't use films but instead pictures are stored through the use of computer memory. You can transfer such pictures to your computer and send it via email. However, digital cameras tend to have a slight delay when you push the button to take a picture and you will need a good printer in order to print a quality picture.

Brand, model, and price range:

Among the famous brands of cameras are: Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Minolta, and Kodak, all of them have are known for high quality, when it comes to camera technology. Point and shoot cameras range from less than $100 to $1000. SLR cameras range from $400 to over $3000. Medium and large format cameras prices start from $2000 to $5500. While Digital cameras range from $500 up to $5000 for more advance features.

Tips on choosing the best camera, particularly a digital camera, without overspending:

1. Do your homework and familiarize yourself with the use of the camera before going to the store. Knowing how frequently you you will be using the camera and what kind of pictures you intend to take, will help a lot.

2. Be careful in considering added features, you may not need them anyway. Depending on your experience as a photographer, you will know which features will work best for you. If you're a newbie, standard features will do.

3. More control may cost you more, so think about those extra features - if they are worth it or if you can afford them.

4. If you are planning to get a digital camera, remember that mega pixels do not necessarily dictate the clarity of your pictures. It still helps to know the how-to's of taking the best pictures instead of just relying on the camera's features.

5. When buying digital cameras, concentrate on optical zoom, not digital zoom.

6. Make sure the camera you are considering is compatible with your computer.

David Arnold Livingston enjoys photography, as a hobby.
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Getting Ready to Convert Negatives to Digital Formats

Today's technology makes it easier than ever to convert negatives to a digital format. Scanning services will take your negatives, quickly scan them using high-resolution scanning equipment, and burn the resulting image files onto a CD that you can use to archive your memories. If you have a pile of negatives that you want to have scanned, make sure you prepare them properly for the process.

Handle Negatives Carefully

When you convert negatives to a digital file, any damage on the negative will be included on the scanned image. This happens because the scanner scans the image exactly as it is. As you prepare your negatives to send them to the scanning company, do not touch their surfaces. Handle negative by the edges only, because fingerprints are almost impossible to remove from a negative. If you are going to be handling several negative strips, you may want to purchase a pair of negative handling cotton gloves.

Organizing Negatives

If you have hundreds of negatives that you will be scanning, organize them before you send them to the scanning service. Some companies can compile the images into a DVD format with captions and music, but this will make no sense if you have not first grouped them according to the event. Consider organizing them in a chronological order so that the CD or DVD is organized as well. This will make it easier to find the images you want when you have your digital copy.

Cleaning Negatives

Use a cotton, lint free cloth or your negative handling gloves to gently dust off your negatives. Do not rub them roughly, however, because this can add scratches. Your goal is to gently remove any dust without damaging the image. If you have ever stapled the negatives to something, remove the staple carefully. Some developers glue paper or plastic backing to negatives when they package the finished prints. If your negatives have this, remove it. Most scanning companies do not mind receiving negatives that are in a plastic sleeve, however, and this can protect them during shipment.

Packaging Negatives

Your particular scanning company should have guidelines for packaging your negatives. If they do not, consider wrapping them in a zip-top plastic bag. This will keep them secure during transport. Mail them in a bubble or cardboard mailer to avoid any damage from envelopes being bent during transport. Consider purchasing insurance on the package. While it will not replace the lost memories if a shipping problem arises, you will be reimbursed. You may also want to purchase a tracking service if it is available so that you can keep track of your negatives while they are on route to the negative scanning company.

The right preparation will help the process to go smoothly. When you convert negatives to a digital format, you are left with a photo CD that can be stored just about anywhere and is resistant to damage. You will also get your negatives back, so you will not lose your originals in the process. In this way, you can have the best of both worlds, both digital and film photography.

About the Author

BritePix offers a professional and comprehensive scanning service of photos, 35mm slides and negatives, as well as other film formats such as APS, Medium-Format, 126, and 110 film.

What is the most affordable but sharpest medium format photography system?

I want to invest in a medium format camera system, I am looking at various used film systems. I am wondering what is the cheapest system that performs well? Are there any underrated cameras I can find on eBay for cheap? Systems I am looking at right now are the Hasselblad 500C/M or the Pentax 67, both these systems seem quite expensive though. What other systems are good to look at? I want either a 6x6 or 6x7, a 645 would be okay if it were super affordable.

6x6s are available inexpensively in the TLR format. I bought a very good Rolleicord for about 100 bucks, but I also recommend the Yashica Mat 124 and 124G which I have seen sell for less than $100.
You can get after market,as well as Yashica brand, telephoto and wide angle converters for a song also and they will go on both the Yashica and the Rollei made cameras.

I managed to trade into a Mamiya TL (645A format) and purchase a couple of lenses for less than $350, and it is like very good.

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