This camera is quite old. How does it compare to the modern day professional cameras? (And does it have tape and SD also)?
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Purchased this camera in 2008 and it has been outstanding. Little has changed in the newer cameras except for higher prices. This is a professional video camera that uses tapes and I still use this camera today. I use a HDMI cable from the camera to a HD LCD TV to view the tapes and the picture is outstanding!
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It shoots in 1440x1080 square pixels which is stretched to 1920x1080 so it's a little soft (but not very noticeable) It is records video to MiniDV digital and stills to SD. I would say it still compares quite well.
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when you compare this camera with modern cameras you have to consider 2 factors: image quality (lens optics, compression, low-light behavior, etc) and media management (tape based vs file based, stock availability, the time it takes to capture the footage, etc.). This camera has a Canon L lens, which would cost more than the camera itself if Canon where to offer it as a stand alone lens. This is probably the closest one: http://amzn.com/B000AZ57M6 For that reason alone I would pair it next to anyone. I capture my footage through a black magic card installed on a mac pro, and I always do a full capture. The capture is NOT done through firewire but rather through the component signal output from the camera. I capture straight to a QT Apple ProRes HQ, and voila! HiRes footage that's compatible across platforms. The only draw back is that the capture is done in real-time. It's taped based so you should avoid playback as much as possible to avoid head wear. I suggest you get a separate deck or HDV camera (like the Vixias by Canon http://amzn.com/B00114PN1U ) strictly for playback. The SD slot is only for taking pictures and uploading custom picture-style presets.
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Much better than our previous camera (a Canon AS 3000 something-or-orther) that wasn't HD quality. With a large memory card, you shouldn't be disappointed. We do the majority of filming outside and have been extremely happy with the picture and sound.
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I'm not sure how old, exactly, but probably a few years old as it does not use SD card but an older card and can only manage 2g cards. As for how many pictures, I'd say in excess of 10, 000. It's an excellent camera.
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Yes it does have loop and record older footage that you don't save or lock. If you have a big memory card the mor footage you can store. I have had camera for almost a year. Great camera for the price.
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Butch here, a 71-year-old non-camera person. Although I do not profess to know all of the bells and whistles the camera has to offer, for basic point and shoot requirements it is terribly easy to manage, even for someone like myself. Admittedly, I have not used it in a great many varying conditions and demands, but for what I generally use a camera, it seems to be doing just great. I highly recommend it. butch
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The Canon SD950 is for my wife, who thinks of a camera as a necessary evil to record memories. I am the opposite -- an advanced amateur (Canon 20D, 99.9% of my images are in RAW only, lots of Photoshop CS3 work, etc.). I would like to see an improved image and an easy to use Point-and-Shoot camera with a few advanced functions that wouldn't confuse my wife. Besides, serious amateurs want a fun camera like the SD series, too! My preferred priorities for the next SD Canon: 1. RAW mode and RAW+JPG mode(s). If Canon is afraid that a user might select RAW without knowing what it is then simply exclude RAW-only mode and/or include a warning when RAW is selected. Although my wife will be taking 90% of the pictures, I might want to process some of the better ones. RAW mode would give me the flexibility to improve quality (especially brightness/contrast and temperature = color). 2. Improved image -- even if it means a larger sensor or fewer pixels. I know that image quality (especially noise in low light, shadows, etc.) is already excellent for a camera of this size and that it won't approach that of my Canon 20D, but it could be improved. 3. Movie mode with optical zoom. [Thanks for the note about LP mode. I wanted it and didn't know that Canon added that feature! Direct mpeg might be great, too.] 4. Any additional controls that would appeal to DSLR users (manual and semi-automatic modes, etc.).
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Have not owned this camera for some time...Do not recall if it has a memory card..
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Jeff:Thanks for responding! I'm glad you like it so much. I think I'll give it a try. I did read a review that said that Fuji didn't think people buying a camera in this category wouldn't want HD video. I guess that makes sense, although it sure doesn't make any difference to me. Thanks again for a nice response.Steve
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I have had this marvelous little camera for about 2 years, and I am not tired of saying this camera is a treasure. I use Transcend 16GB Class 10 SDHC Flash Memory Card: it lasts a long time, for a year I have not had to buy a new card. Every weekend I take beautiful pictures with bright colors with my camera and record great videos to post them on YouTube. I'm not sure the memory card you mentioned is right for this camera, that R40 part sounds unfamiliar, but you can buy a regular Transcend, or any other brand 32GB SDHC class 10 memory card for your camera and you'll be on the safe side. It's inexpensive and lasts a loooong time :)
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yes it is. it is somewhere between a point-and-shoot and a full-fledged dlsr. we love it, as it's not so complicated to use but the video and pic quality is superb. maybe not professional quality but for home use, it is perfect.
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The manual is still available on line from Kodak. I would suggest that you buy a newer more up-to-date camera.
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It does also take still photos, but the quality is nowhere as good as the videos and even cell phone cameras look better. Still camera is about 1 mega pixel..
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I believe the camera has a small amount of memory build in. It also has slots for a large and small sized memory card. I bought one of each.
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It is an HD camcorder that produces very nice video and great still pictures as well. These things used to be pricier, but now it's easier to come across one at an affordable price. They have a cool feature: shooting 3D video. There's a special lens that attaches to the camera, and with compatible TV and glasses, you can enjoy the novelty feature. Camcorder uses SD cards, preferably Class 10. It has a touch screen that is pretty cool. If you're interested in the video quality, there are quite a few tests on YouTube. Have a great day!
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I've had this camera for two months now. I got it with a 32GB Sandisk card. It had plenty of room, for lots of video and still pictures.
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It is an awesome camera. I love mine. Takes very good close ups as well. Good detail. Best digital camera I have had so far!! Good luck on Ebay.
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I'll be honest, I don't recommend this camera. You could find a canon for similar price, better quality. This camera is outdated.