Is there a no guideline (clean screen) model of this camera and could I use it as a sruveillance?
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Yes there is a guideline. If used for surveillance it would have to be pretty close to make out the face.
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You can try for the price. But you need to hardwire the camera because the plug that come with it get hot after been power for a while.
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There was no option to order a clear screen version. This would not be a good unit for surveillance because the viewing angle is not adjustable and do bot have night vision capability. My camera failed after about a month. You can do much better.
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No guidelines, but I don't think the best use is for surveillance, for that you cam use a proper camera with zoom lens
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Robin S: I don't use this camera anymore. It was very hard to set up for me, and it has terrible software with it. I have some friends that have different cameras that actually work. My advise is to look at a different camera. You get what you pay for. Did I mention that it is huge and a monstrosity.
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Clean all connections to camera clean heads make sure ur using quality tapes go thru all control settings there is no reason why this camera should be under performing
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Please don't buy this camera it is the worst product ever created.. even if it was a fine height you wouldn't be able to see anything due to the lack of craftsmanship. I bought this camera recently and am so unhappy with it i'm actually commenting on it to save people from making this mistake. I would suggest you spend a little more money and buy one that actually works... Please don't make the same mistake I did.
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Not.... is only for interperie....But the resolution is regular.... The cameras is good for check mor or less the zone.... Not for you see with quality
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The camera is NOT defective and this is a simple issue that is easily fixed.On the left side of the viewfinder housing is a little, flat, vertical wheel/dial. This is the optical adjustment wheel for the viewfinder. Look through the viewfinder and use the fingernail of your index finger on your left hand to move the little wheel first in one direction and then in the other until the image is sharp. The wheel is "tight" but there are little ridges on it that your fingernail can push against to make it move. You will find that there is one position that will make the image through the viewfinder crystal clear. Sometimes the wheel gets moved accidentally. If it ever becomes blurry again just readjust it. The camera is NOT defective and this is a simple issue that is easily fixed.On the left side of the viewfinder housing is a little, flat, vertical wheel/dial. This is the optical adjustment wheel for the viewfinder. Look through the viewfinder and use the fingernail of your index finger on your left hand to move the little wheel first in one direction and then in the other until the image is sharp. The wheel is "tight" but there are little ridges on it that your fingernail can push against to make it move. You will find that there is one position that will make the image... » Read More The camera is NOT defective and this is a simple issue that is easily fixed.On the left side of the viewfinder housing is a little, flat, vertical wheel/dial. This is the optical adjustment wheel for the viewfinder. Look through the viewfinder and use the fingernail of your index finger on your left hand to move the little wheel first in one direction and then in the other until the image is sharp. The wheel is "tight" but there are little ridges on it that your fingernail can push against to make it move. You will find that there is one position that will make the image through the viewfinder crystal clear. Sometimes the wheel gets moved accidentally. If it ever becomes blurry again just readjust it. « Show Less
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Larry, I have done the exact thing you have been doing. I need/prefer optical viewfinders also and can't find one to suit my needs anymore. I wrote an email to Canon about a year ago, when I was camera shopping, asking why they are eliminating it on most of their new (new at that time) Powershots. The reply I got was that they're responding to consumers who are demanding larger LCD screens and don't need optical viewfinders. I replied that they should start reading forums to see how many people are lamenting the lack of viewfinders. Some people don't like to use the LCD because it eats up battery power. Others, like me, live in the desert with bright sunshine that renders the camera pretty useless with only a washed-out LCD screen. I asked the person at Canon to pass on my pleadings to Canon powers-that-be to not eliminate optical viewfinders. I also need a Powershot size with 6x or higher optical zoom for my business use, and I love my A720IS, but that was discontinued in 2008 so I can't buy another. I can't afford $300+ for a new camera. Canon appears to no longer care about consumer comments and just goes with the flow. I have three Powershots, but may have to move on to a non-canon if I can find a camera that better matches my needs. I can't be loyal to Canon if they no longer offer what I'm looking for.
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Thank you for your helpful response. I plan on going ahead and purchasing the camera.
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I did not do anything special. Of course the manual only gives a hint.Send the manual through Google Translate helps a bit.I have used it for more about 6 months or so without problems.The cam has lots of features that can be accessed via the menu. Two issues: The manual is cryptic but one can experiment to figure it out.The record file format is mov which may work well for some users but I would prefer a different format.
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I would not say it is better or worse than any other camera in this respect, yes you can make out details - the camera is not good in bright light or at night - my cellphone is better in both cases. The LCD is quite low quality the pictures look worse on it than they do on your PC/laptop/tablet.
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Hi,I don't have advice- but have the same problem! I'm frustrated that I purchased this camera and now can probably not return it!!! Good luck!! let me know if you find any tricks to get better pictures.
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I have taken at least 100 photos withe Sony CX260V. Daylight photos are acceptable but not the quality I would want if I was using a 8-9 meg pixal camera. Low Light shots are worse than expected. I am working with the camera now to learn how to use the manual features instead of auto features and have been able to make some improvements in picture quality. Even better on the video recording side using the manual feature settings versus auto. Basically - it is a decent HD video camcorder with a camera feature that is nice to have when you do not want to carry two cameras.
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I'm sorry I can't answer that question because I could never get the "auto" portion to work. All I get is a stationary picture, which is a pretty good view. I called the Swann tech support but they never helped to my satisfaction. If you want a camera with patrol ability, you're going to have to pay the price.Don't get me wrong, this is a good camera but it is not all it's cracked up to be.
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Can't answer this question as I haven't done that with this camera.......my apologies
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For high quality shots without the color grading learning curve, you can set the camera's dynamic range to "video". It comes with DaVinci for free though and it's well worth learning how to utilize the auto grading feature to take advantage of full range of stops. But if you're looking for something easier...set it to "video" or get the pocket camera version and set that to "video", cheaper all the way around for what you're doing.
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I use mine outside in a variety of settings and conditions and viewing the images on the screen hasn't been a problem. The problem has been making the most of the on-screen icons and features (I'm looking at you depth gauge). My work around has been to become familiar in advance with what will be in place with the expected function. That makes things easier. I wouldn't suggest modifying the camera, but a good set of sunglasses and -in my case anyway- a swim mask with bifocal lenses could be worthwhile.
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I very much appreciate your comments and suggestions, I finally decided to buy the camera. I am eager to use it and test its features. After my experience will comment. Greetings