Need Camera Advice

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HELP! About 2-3 years ago I started keeping some disposable cameras around; and I have taken some pretty good pictures of fires, apparatus, and of my brother and sister firefighters doing their 24/7 thing. I think I might ask Santa for something better than those disposables I've been using - what kind do you suggest?

PS: I know absolutley NOTHING about cameras so pleeeeze keep it simple. Thanks!

[daysleeper47]

Ohh, you hit my specialty. It depends on how much you want to spend and what type of camera you are looking for, but I will throw out my two cents.

I don't even know if they manufacture them anymore, but I use a Nikon model 4004(otherwise check out the N60, which new is pricier). It is the smallest of the Nikon SLR models, which means it looks like a professional camera, but is much easier to use. You can get one used for about $200. I highly recommend that if you are looking for a camera like this to buy a Nikon. I have also used Canon's SLR models and I personally don't like them.

Now, if that is out of your price range, I recommend a Canon Sure Shoot. Much more compact and you still have the ability to zoom in on things. I am unsure of the price, but it should be cheaper than the the SLR.

I hope I have been able to give you a start. Try:
CANON http://www.usa.canon.com/camcambin/cameras/35mm/index.html
NIKON http://www.nikonusa.com/products/products.cfm?department=photog raphy#productslist


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Joe
Daysleeper47
"When the bell goes ding-ding, its time to get on the woo-woo."

[Captain830]

I shoot pictures with a Canon "Rebel" (S model) and a Tamron 28-200mm zoom lens with a Quantaray QB-7500B flash. This is a fully automatic autofocus camera, VERY simple to use and works great. I've got hundreds of great fireground shots with this rig. I also shoot weddings with it on the side. I have a Canon Rebel "X" model with a 80-200mm canon zoom lens and a canon speedlite flash as a backup camera.
My favorite thing to carry on the fireground is a Sony Mavica FD-83 digital camera. Takes GREAT pictures and very easy & convenient. Within a few minutes of getting back from a call I can throw together a quick Powerpoint show of the shots I got at a call and sent out to our department members. Hope this info helps.......