Has your digital camera battery door broken off and is missing? Or your battery door has broken tabs on it and no longer holds closed tightly so the batteries don’t make contact and the camera won’t turn on?
Maybe your battery door is removable on your SLR so you can add on a grip with extra batteries… and where exactly did you put it down?
I know; the tiny little piece of plastic on your CF (Compact Flash memory card) door broke off and your camera won’t turn on!
Oh man… how many cameras out there will not turn on because your memory card door is open, or the battery door is open, even though there really seems to be no reason for it? It can be annoying… the thin plastic battery doors are molded from one small drop of plastic and some are so thin that they break extremely easily, ( Canon SD750 broken battery door.. don’t get me started!) making your camera useless. What were they thinking when they designed this?? Did ANYBODY test this thing? Why didn’t anyone ever stop and ask why it was that way?
I could work for ANY major digital camera company and tell them exactly what is wrong with the design of any new camera they release and save them hundreds of thousands of dollars in warranty repairs and upset customers! Think they would hire me? No way; I don’t have an Engineering Degree or a PHd is Physics so what do I know, right?
But just look at the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H2 shutter button , I would never have let them put the camera on the market if they had only asked!!
Well I know plenty having fixed THOUSANDS of cameras over the past 5+ years, I know what is wrong with your camera if it is a certain model before you even tell me.
Sony H2 or H5? Broken shutter button. Canon SD850? Jammed lens Canon SD750? Broken battery door… I’m not going to list dozens of cameras here, that’s not what this is about.
What can you do if your camera has a small broken part or a door is missing? You paid hundreds for it and once again the guy at the store tells you “Throw it in the trash, this one is better, it goes to 11.” (A little movie humor there, hey it’s 1:30am I’m entitled) Tell that guy at the store a resounding “NO!” and walk out. Go home, get on the computer and get surfing.
Back we go to eBay… just search for your camera model number along with the word ‘door’ or ‘parts’ and you will be amazed at what you find!
As a side note here, I was the first and only digital camera parts store in the world on eBay. I bought cameras by the 100’s and repaired what I could and then parted out the rest. I sold all those annoying little parts that you cannot buy anywhere for dirt cheap! ten dollars for a battery cover that can be installed in 5 seconds by just snapping it into place… and that “geek” at the store told you it would be $175 to send it in to Canon or Sony and have them do it for you…
Even if you don’t find the item you need right away don’t quit, keep searching. Even if you don’t want to try repairing it yourself it’s no problem, there are still places that can do it for you. Hopefully you will find one with decent prices; don’t pay anyone $50 to install a battery door for you… please.
(Google: “affordable digital camera repair” and you will find some help with your camera!)
Broken battery doors and memory card doors are very common. I think we would see a lot more customers asking for them if only they knew they could actually repair it and get their camera back working for less than $25-30! It really is that cheap, with many doors for only $15-20.
I hope this helps you find your camera repair solution and running again for very little money!
Filed under Amateur Photographer, Photography by JamesJ
Technology and innovation has placed digital photography into the forefront in such a fast phase. Digital Cameras are a common possession these days with even young children having them too. Not only are they very easy to use, but also the price has came down over the years. They are convenient to use with kids being computer literate at a very early age. Due to the big number of consumers of digital cameras and prospective aficionados of digital photography, the number of companies and manufacturers of various brands of digital cameras has become quite numerous. It is no longer a problem of ‘where to buy’, but ‘what to buy’. It can get quite confusing deciding what to choose with such a large choice. When choosing the best digital camera, here are some important tips to take into consideration.
- Price
When buying anything, it is usually the price that is first considered, unless the buyer is filthy rich. With a huge range of digital cameras available, you should find it fairly easy to browse within your budget. Needless to say however, the more costly the camera is, the better its over-all quality is more likely to be. Therefore, if you intend to make a living out digital photography, putting more money in it becomes an investment and will be more beneficial to you in the long run. If your photographs are for fun only, then look for something less complicated. This will also be cheaper.
- Intention for Buying
In connection with the price, you need to first think of your main reason why you wanted to buy the camera. As mentioned already, if it is to seriously take up digital photography, a good quality one will be the ideal choice. If looking for a simple everyday camera possibly a lower megapixel camera would be a cheaper choice.
- Durability
If buying, whatever amount of money is involved, you will of course want something that is durable. Always make sure, but usually the more you spend, the more durable the camera should be. Double check with a store clerk as to the durability of the camera. Also prefer those with money back guarantees.
Aside from the abovementioned factors, there are still a lot of other important details to consider when buying a digital camera. Cameras are technical products and each technical feature should be considered. Below are some of the most vital features for consideration:
- Megapixel
Many of today’s camera is bought according to the number of megapixel the camera is capable of handling. There are a wide range of megapixels on offer, so you must consider how you are going to use the images. If you are into professional digital photography, then you may opt for the higher megapixel types since you may enlarge the photos taken without compromising the integrity of every shot. While for hobby and fun, there is no need for high cost, high resolution cameras.
- Lens Quality
Optical zoom lens of various cameras of today range from about 3x to 18 times optical zoom lenses. The choice depends really on your future intentional use of the camera.
- Feel of the Camera
It is important to make an actual test of the camera by putting it in your hands and testing its familiarity. A good looking camera does not mean a good technical camera. It is best that it will feel right in your own palms to ensure great shots when already doing some digital photography.
- USB Capability
Today’s gadgets are now almost always linkable to the computer, making it easier to transfer, modify, print and do many other things with it. Although most cameras today are USB capable, there are still some on sale that are not. When making your purchase always check that this feature is present.
- Manual Focus
Although optical zoom features are highly important, it would be handy to also have one with both zoom lens and manual focus. Manual puts you in control of your camera.
- Tripod Feature
Although some may not find it important, it would be useful to have a camera that can be screwed to a tripod. This stops you having blurred photographs. This won’t always be used but the conveniencce of having one will help in the future.
- Macro Setting
This feature, most especially in digital photography, will allow you to take photos of anything at a proximity of 3 to 4 inches. If you do not have this feature it may be rather frustrating, particulary for a photographer.
Other important features can be considered before buying a digital camera that will surely help you produce great photos. You individual needs will depend on how you use the camera. In order to fit within your budget you may be required to lose some features, so decide which you need most.
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Filed under Amateur Photographer, Photography by JamesJ
The introduction of the digital camera has totally altered our world by clicking our best and momentous moments. You cannot imagine going out without them now. These are ideal while travelling, outing, partying or any such assembly and has been added as a tourist kit without which your excursion cannot be completed. This ubiquitous device revolves around our daily routine nowadays. You can click pictures, make movies, and can show images quickly once it gets clicked.
Digital SLR- The qualities
The adaptability and abundant functions in such digital cameras have helped our world in identifying those memorable moments. But what exactly are these devices and in what type can we obtain them? Let’s find out more about such ambidextrous features of this device.
You can get a variety of kinds of digital cameras which fluctuate from their convention and means. Digital SLR is one of such digital camera which is based on single lens reflexive film. The name is set due to their unique viewing system where a mirror reflects light from the lens through a detach optical viewfinder. So when you capture a picture, the mirror is flipped out of the way letting the light to fall on the imager. Auto focus can be accomplished with the help of specialized sensors in the mirror box as no light reaches the imager during framing.
And the best part is that you can also get its line of lenses specifically considered to be used on these camera. The new series of digital SLR cameras has much larger sensor ranges from 18 mm to 36 mm. This facilitates in providing superior low- light presentation with less depth of field attended by larger size. You can easily swap its lenses for abundant applications like wide angle, telephoto, low light etc. Such a range of opportunities with remarkable technology give you massive benefits if you are deciding to purchase one of these cameras. You can acquire these cameras according to your requirement which are now available in market.
In order to know more applications and characteristics, you can simply log onto their websites and ascertain more knowledge about their prices and accessibility. So get some mind- blowing digital SLR cameras and feel its astonishing effects and characteristics that can overpower anyone.
Filed under Amateur Photographer, Photography by JamesJ
If you want to buy the best in digital cameras then take a glimpse at the surprising characteristics of cannon. The reliable world of camera has introduced one of its remarkable devices that can glee you with its characteristics. Cannon, the outstanding brand, phased in its best camera devices to get the best picture quality with equal freedom for a variety of functions.
Canon EOS- Features
With its latest range in canon digital slr, the company is bent upon manufacturing various other d-SLR system. Although Canon EOS (Electro- Optical System) was introduced long time back around 1987, it has uphold its product’s line to be introduced time to time.
You can get the enhanced features in its Rebel XT version that gives you wonderful picture frame and options to enjoy photographing. The new variety of digital SLR cameras by cannon facilitates you to short 3 frames per second in 14 frame bursts. This attribute is more than enough for semi- professional photographers who want to experiment with digital SLR cameras. With its surprising features to look for, let’s have capsule information about the most excellent you can get out of canon EOS 50D.
Improved buffer size which permits the incessant capture up to 90 JPG images or 16 RAW.
Stipulation of Auto Lighting Optimizer that aids to augment brightness under lightening conditions where digital SLR is usually under expose.
An improved image processor (DIGIC 4) in order to promptly save the large pictures to a memory card even if it is captured at the camera’s top speed of 6.5 photos per second.
New characteristic of ‘face detection’ setting when using the live view mode.
Get the most excellent images that you can share by giving extra effects on your picture. And the finest method to buy the most excellent and ultimate device for capturing images is to visit online sites. For more and better buy, you can always make sure public review that have already attempted and tested its characteristics. Their reviews facilitate you to make up your mind to get the most excellent model of digital cameras.
The strange potential and astonishing characteristics has allowed numerous picture enthusiasts to get what they always wanted!
Filed under Amateur Photographer, Photography by JamesJ
My daughter is a very sweet daughter. She is active, happy and does other great things. Only 10-year old, she behaves and acts like a grown up lady. She always hugs and kisses us everytime she leaves and comes home. She does good things in school. In school and church, she is known to be a friendly person. She is also a good sister to her siblings. And lastly, she likes to collect digital cameras.
No matter where we go, she always capture images. She is fascinated to bring her digital cameras no matter where she goes. She collects digital cameras and it seems like she’s not having enough. One day she browsed the internet to look for another digital camera that she can buy.
She saw this Kodak EasyShare C713 7MP Digital Camera Pink.Although the camera is not expensive, she didn’t have enough savings to buy for it. Then, she begged and pleaded so I can but it for her. I tried to look and review the features first before I gave my decision.
The digital camera has 3x optical zoom and 7-megapixel resolution. My daughter promised that if I would buy this camera for her she would excel more in her studies and make higher grades. After being convinced, I ordered one camera since it looks beneficial.As the apple of my eye, I love my daughter who gives joy and shows some smiles all the time.
She was very happy the moment the Kodak digital camera was handed to her. She said that she was blessed to have such an understanding parents like us.
All of a sudden, she took pictures of our family together with our dogs and cats. Her happiness and excitement that day were obvious. I was glad that I was able to buy this digital camera to be added on her collection.She smiled throughout the day. I guessed that this camera was the best digicam she’d ever had so far.
In her school, she captures the faces of her classmates and teachers. She was all excited to take pictures around the neighborhood, too. Every time she plays with her peers she used this pink camera. She’s almost like a professional camera woman. I love to see her like this – happy and contented. I feel so lucky to have such a lovely and energetic daughter. She is the apple of our eyes.
Every time she comes home from school or anywhere else, her digital camera is full of pictures. She would always bother her brother to transfer the pictures she captured from her camera to the computer. She’d like to upload them also in her favorite social site.
As she has promised, she was able to make higher grades in school. She was also voted to be one of the officers in her class. Because of her good attitude and reliable digicam, she was able to take initiative and stand up for what is good and right. She’s an example of an optimistic person who has a sense of leadership. Those were the characteristics that made her become a vice president in her class. I’m really blessed to have a smart, sweet and loving girl like my daughter.
Filed under Amateur Photographer, Photography by JamesJ
We see them everywhere, digital cameras are now in cell phones, computers and of course are available in tiny, and yet powerful, pocket sizes as well as in traditional SLR formats. In the past decade alone digital photography has made some remarkable advancements and it is now available to almost any consumer anywhere.
Today’s digital cameras can be almost entirely pre-programmed and full of all kinds of “modes”, but there are also some that look exactly as standard 35mm cameras, including all of the manual settings and adjustments. Such cameras range from the remarkably professional to something now known as the “prosumer” models.
Before jumping into the ownership of a new digital camera it is a good idea to consider what it is going to be used for, who is going to be using it, and what is going to be asked of the camera. For instance, anyone hoping to have constant control over the shutter speed, ISO and aperture of their camera may not want to go with one of the point and shoot models and should instead investigate their options in the prosumer cameras. If, however, the camera is going to be used by someone without a great deal of interest in pursuing specialized photography, the point and shoot would be remarkably effective.
If still not clear about which cameras to look at, it is a good idea to determine what the manual settings can do for the photographer. For instance, a night time mode on a camera may not always capture the sort of images the owner is hoping to take, and this could be for a number of reasons, including the fact that shutter speed or ISO cannot be changed.
Simply understanding how these settings affect an image is the most important thing about using the new digital cameras. ISO translates to the amount of light allowed into the sensor, and increasing the ISO setting may make it easier to capture action shots without any blurring from motion, even in lower light situations, but it will have its “down side” as well. It is important for digital camera owners to understand that changes to ISO, and shutter speed, can cause a graininess called “noise” in an image. While they can be used to create a special effect, most people do not want “noise” in their photographs.
This often leads to the use of software to clean up or enhance digital photographs. There are many modern programs that have “noise reduction” filters that help to fix photographs that have suffered such effects. Purchasing a high-end digital SLR camera usually makes the purchase of compatible and affective computer software a necessity as well.
Filed under Amateur Photographer, Digital Camera, camera by Take Good Photos

