Savng cropped zoomed pictures? I have a Canon SureShot A60 and my biggest complaint is I cannot save shots that I woud like to zoom and crop on my LCD - like my niece can on her entry level COOLPIX L4. Can I do this on the S10? Or on any other camera wth a 1OX zoom? Savng cropped zoomed pictures? I have a Canon SureShot A60 and my biggest complaint is I cannot save shots that I woud like to zoom and crop on my LCD - like my niece can on her entry level... » Read More Savng cropped zoomed pictures? I have a Canon SureShot A60 and my biggest complaint is I cannot save shots that I woud like to zoom and crop on my LCD - like my niece can on her entry level COOLPIX L4. Can I do this on the S10? Or on any other camera wth a 1OX zoom? « Show Less
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If you have a high zoom camera like the 10X S10, why not just zoom in to "crop" the photo in the first place? Or, crop off-line using your image management software? That is what I usually do because I like to save the original non-cropped image anyway. I think it is a matter of personal preference. I am considering getting an S-10, so I don't know if it handles LCD in-camera cropping per se.
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Yes, you can zoom in up to 10x and reposition the photo... then, all you need to do is press the shutter button, and the camera will save the image to a separate file... very handy feature, I use it often!
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Cropped doesn't change what the lens captures, just what the sensor sees. If you want an approximation of the difference, buy or make a mat (the thing you'd use when putting a print into a picture frame). Make it about 2 inches on a side. Then put the mat over your monitor. See what's "cropped out" that'd the difference between full frame and cropped sensor. The visible stuff is exactly the same for both. It is just that a portion, about 40%, is not caught by the sensor.So, if you want technical, it is and always will be a 11-16 lens. If you want practical, you'll get the same on your 60D sensor that a 18-26 would get on a full frame body's sensor. Cropped doesn't change what the lens captures, just what the sensor sees. If you want an approximation of the difference, buy or make a mat (the thing you'd use when putting a print into a picture frame). Make it about 2 inches on a side. Then put the mat over your monitor. See what's "cropped out" that'd the difference between full frame and cropped sensor. The visible stuff is exactly the same for both. It is just that a portion, about 40%, is not caught by the sensor.So, if you want technical, it is and always will be a 11-16 lens. If you want practical, you'll get... » Read More Cropped doesn't change what the lens captures, just what the sensor sees. If you want an approximation of the difference, buy or make a mat (the thing you'd use when putting a print into a picture frame). Make it about 2 inches on a side. Then put the mat over your monitor. See what's "cropped out" that'd the difference between full frame and cropped sensor. The visible stuff is exactly the same for both. It is just that a portion, about 40%, is not caught by the sensor.So, if you want technical, it is and always will be a 11-16 lens. If you want practical, you'll get the same on your 60D sensor that a 18-26 would get on a full frame body's sensor. « Show Less
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Yeah the biggest complaint for the SX200IS was the automatic flash every time. I'm gonna wait to see if that has been fixed in the SX210IS before I go ahead an order. Looks like a great improvement in every other area!I'm glad I held out on getting my super-zoom point and shoot! Within the last few weeks Nikon, Fujifilm, Canon, and Panasonic all announced their Spring 2010 models. There are some real good options out there!
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Yes and no, most point and shoot cameras have pre-set features, the S9100 it's not the exception. Yes, you can adjust it, but only to the extent permitted by the preset features, meaning that only those settings programmed by the manufacturer will be available. There is no way to customize any setting. You would probably be better off with a more advance camera such as Fujifilm or Canon Rebel that are capable of using different lenses. Those cameras would probably cost more but are worth the price for those interested in advanced photography.
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How easy is this camera to use for a novice? I bought my husband a smaller pocket sized camera and it is very difficult to get it to focus on what YOU want it to focus on. It is always trying to be smart. I need a camera that I can set up some default settings and he can just point at shoot at moving grand children.
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Thanks, John. Now if only I had pockets big enough both to purchase the S5 IS *and* to hold its bulk. :-/ So I guess I'm still wondering: Just what the heck IS the reason none of the pocket-size digi-cams seem to allow zooming in video mode? Too expensive? Too noisy? Simply not possible due to some technical constraint? If anyone has a good answer, I'd still like to know. Thanks for the good discussion so far...
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I agree. I looked really hard at the S95, would have been happy to spend the extra bucks to get better photos in all conditions. But the 3X zoom was a bummer for me - when I can get just about as good photos with the S8100 with a super slick 10X zoom.Unless you are really a professional photog as need that extra f2.0 lens, I would say bite the bullet and take it back, again.
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Hi Joel, i re-read what other people say about this cam..pls read Vance Marshall's comments too, it sums up what poorly it does. the touch screen is not as responsive. it doesn't function in indoor low lighting..its program robot kept focusing in low light, in fact won't do the job afterall. i didnt return this cuz the hassle of returning + it's only a hundred bux..i tried it in well lit indoor, the resulting photo was grainy. i know what im talking about cuz i also own a D-90..this is only CUTE AND TINY..is all..not for a real photographer..i bought another coolpix before = S3000 cuz of Ashton Kutcher commercial..that sucked too! i gave it away..the only reason i kept buying Nikon is bc the big dslr's are good..aside from D90 i have a d5100.. this sounds ridiculous telling i have cameras..i am just comparing the cool pix to dslrs..hope this helps!
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I bought the Nikon Coolpix S6400 16MP camera and it takes great pictures. The zoom is amazing and downloading the pictures is a snap. If you want a reasonably inexpensive, but worth it's weight in gold, camera...get a Nikon. It is an easy point and shoot camera. I have 3 different Sony cameras, including the touchscreen one, and the Nikon is just as good.
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You need to check out this website: http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/canon/powershot_s2-review/this guy is incredible in his reviews. I personally have used the S1IS and the S2IS (my dad and brother bought the upgrade) and you can truly put it at 0cm and take an in focus picture. Hope this helps!
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Yes. "Rotate the MODE dial to SCENE press the MENU button and choose Panorama. Choose EASY (Easy Panorama) and press the OK button.Choose Normal (180) or Wide (360) as the shooting range and press the OK button.Frame the first edge of the panorama scene, and then press the shutter-release button to focus.Press the shutter-release button all the way then remove your finger from the shutter-release button.Move the camera slowly and straight in one of the four directions, and begin shooting."For more information, search for the Owners Manual for the Nikon CoolPix S9100. Hope this helps! Yes. "Rotate the MODE dial to SCENE press the MENU button and choose Panorama. Choose EASY (Easy Panorama) and press the OK button.Choose Normal (180) or Wide (360) as the shooting range and press the OK button.Frame the first edge of the panorama scene, and then press the shutter-release button to focus.Press the shutter-release button all the way then remove your finger from the shutter-release button.Move the camera slowly and straight in one of the four directions, and begin shooting."For more information, search for the Owners Manual for... » Read More Yes. "Rotate the MODE dial to SCENE press the MENU button and choose Panorama. Choose EASY (Easy Panorama) and press the OK button.Choose Normal (180) or Wide (360) as the shooting range and press the OK button.Frame the first edge of the panorama scene, and then press the shutter-release button to focus.Press the shutter-release button all the way then remove your finger from the shutter-release button.Move the camera slowly and straight in one of the four directions, and begin shooting."For more information, search for the Owners Manual for the Nikon CoolPix S9100. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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I've had my s120 since February, I had an old s720 before. The 120 is pretty incredible with it's faster lens, the only thing I have to adjust is that often in Auto mode I'll need a flash to illuminate my subject due to lighting and I'll have to switch over to "SCN" (scene) mode and select portrait, once there I have to pop-up the flash and then set the flash to always flash and not auto. Then it delivers an awesome pic... On a side note, I had to dig down into the settings and set the flash intensity to medium. An extra battery would be handy, I'd also get one of those little tripod to lash to a poll or set on a table. :) I've had my s120 since February, I had an old s720 before. The 120 is pretty incredible with it's faster lens, the only thing I have to adjust is that often in Auto mode I'll need a flash to illuminate my subject due to lighting and I'll have to switch over to "SCN" (scene) mode and select portrait, once there I have to pop-up the flash and then set the flash to always flash and not auto. Then it delivers an awesome pic... On a side note, I had to dig down into the settings and set the flash intensity to medium. An extra battery would be handy, I'd also get one of those little... » Read More I've had my s120 since February, I had an old s720 before. The 120 is pretty incredible with it's faster lens, the only thing I have to adjust is that often in Auto mode I'll need a flash to illuminate my subject due to lighting and I'll have to switch over to "SCN" (scene) mode and select portrait, once there I have to pop-up the flash and then set the flash to always flash and not auto. Then it delivers an awesome pic... On a side note, I had to dig down into the settings and set the flash intensity to medium. An extra battery would be handy, I'd also get one of those little tripod to lash to a poll or set on a table. :) « Show Less
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No. You only get cropping when the lens is not full frame, for example aps-c size. The A7 automatically sensed that and trims the picture.
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Jake,I wanted a camera that I could put in my pocket instead of lugging around my SLR equipment. I had the canon s95 before this which was slightly smaller took great shots but has a small zoom. This camera for its flexibility as far as manual controls, great picture quality, more than adequate video and of course 20x optical is a as good as it gets for the price. Depends on what you are looking for however. There are many times I cant tell the difference between the shots I have taken with my more advanced equipment and this one. Very pleased with my purchase. Feel free to ask me any other questions .Milt Jake,I wanted a camera that I could put in my pocket instead of lugging around my SLR equipment. I had the canon s95 before this which was slightly smaller took great shots but has a small zoom. This camera for its flexibility as far as manual controls, great picture quality, more than adequate video and of course 20x optical is a as good as it gets for the price. Depends on what you are looking for however. There are many times I cant tell the difference between the shots I have taken with my more advanced equipment and this one. Very pleased with my purchase. Feel free to ask me any... » Read More Jake,I wanted a camera that I could put in my pocket instead of lugging around my SLR equipment. I had the canon s95 before this which was slightly smaller took great shots but has a small zoom. This camera for its flexibility as far as manual controls, great picture quality, more than adequate video and of course 20x optical is a as good as it gets for the price. Depends on what you are looking for however. There are many times I cant tell the difference between the shots I have taken with my more advanced equipment and this one. Very pleased with my purchase. Feel free to ask me any other questions .Milt « Show Less
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Thank you for the advice. I played with the ISO, MP and color settings a little bit today and got some pictures that came out a little better. Sadly, I am comparing the pictures to my 8 year old Canon S50 and the S50 takes better pictures. Indoor flash pictures are particularly disappointing. It is hard for me to accept this. The reason I want to upgrade the S50 is for the smaller size, wider angle, zoom and HD video. I expect the pictures to be at least as good if not better after so many years.The S95 is a great suggestion. I may look into a Panasonic too. Now back to the search for the S50 successor. Thank you for the advice. I played with the ISO, MP and color settings a little bit today and got some pictures that came out a little better. Sadly, I am comparing the pictures to my 8 year old Canon S50 and the S50 takes better pictures. Indoor flash pictures are particularly disappointing. It is hard for me to accept this. The reason I want to upgrade the S50 is for the smaller size, wider angle, zoom and HD video. I expect the pictures to be at least as good if not better after so many years.The S95 is a great suggestion. I may look into a Panasonic too. Now back to the... » Read More Thank you for the advice. I played with the ISO, MP and color settings a little bit today and got some pictures that came out a little better. Sadly, I am comparing the pictures to my 8 year old Canon S50 and the S50 takes better pictures. Indoor flash pictures are particularly disappointing. It is hard for me to accept this. The reason I want to upgrade the S50 is for the smaller size, wider angle, zoom and HD video. I expect the pictures to be at least as good if not better after so many years.The S95 is a great suggestion. I may look into a Panasonic too. Now back to the search for the S50 successor. « Show Less
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Hello Mary: To begin with, the camera you have is a Point & Shoot model (P&S), or all-in-one type. These kind of cameras are convenient because you can take them anywhere - in a pocket, purse, or whatever. But they have tremendous image quality tradeoffs and they employ a very, very small sensor. They often wind up displaying more levels of image noise and other artifacts than more advanced models. The GX1 is a Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Model of camera. It employs a much larger sensor and this translates into much larger per pixel sizes. As a result, the GX1 displays much less noise and does very, very well at much higher ISO scenarios. Yet it is still a very light camera, and depending on the type of lens you put on it, it can also be very compact. Now, most people who have a small P&S camera and want to "move up" tend to initially be leery about getting a larger, more advanced model. But you shouldn't be. This GX1 (I have two of them because it is such a nice model) will net you pictures that can knock your socks off - it's that good. When you get one, you can just put your camera into Program or Automatic mode, which means the camera makes all the decisions for you. But as you gain more knowledge, the camera grows with you, and once you really know what you're doing (assuming you're an amateur), the GX1 will really open up your eyes to what it can do. I can't speak highly enough of it and I do lots of photo work in various scenarios. I currently use around 20 different advanced cameras, yet the GX1 is one of my favorite models. And lately, with the almost "give-away" prices, you'd be a fool not to get one. If you want to see some photo samples taken with the GX 1, you can just email me at: benherrmann@centurylink.net and I'll gladly send you some so you can see the rich color tonality and nice definition of photos that this camera can generate. Ben Herrmann Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
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I'm sorry, I am using a Canon 7D. I know of 2 friends using it on other bodies and we are all getting great shots at full crop. Sorry I can't be more specific.