My First Camera
I finally broke down and bought my first digital camera last Saturday. I had a couple criteria in mind:
- 8 megapixels or more
- The higher the optical zoom, the better
- Some internal memory
- Ability to record video
- Small, easily packed/carried frame
- Not too many features (that I don't know how or why to use.)
- Not too expensive (since it'll probably be broken in 6 months)
I ended up with a Kodak Easyshare Z1285:
- 12 megapixels
- 5x optical zoom; 4x digital zoom
- 64 megabytess of internal memory (about 15 pictures)
- Records 720i HD video with audio (as .mov files)
- Very small, narrow frame
- A number of features coupled with selectable pre-sets for photo dummies like me
- Standard bi-pod mounting threads
- $150 price tag
It's exactly what I wanted, except I would have preferred more than a 5x optical zoom. There were a few other models that had better zoom, but they lacked more in other areas. I bought a 4-gigabyte memory card, rechargeable batteries, and a small, sturdy water resistant case for it, and so far, I'm supremely pleased with it.
There is only one small problem. I want to use the camera to record the occasional video for this blog, but the .mov video files are HUGE, and most of the best WordPress video players only stream flash video. I've found software to convert the file formats, but all of them cost $100 (or more.) That's about $100 more than I want to spend for the ability to post my ugly mug in videos.
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June 17th, 2008 - 17:41
I just bought my first one here about 3 weeks ago. As soon as I finish the 3rd semester of “so-easy-to-use-a-dumbass-can-make-pics-in-minutes,” tutorials, they’re supposed to send the batteries. Maybe then we can have ugly contests here on your blog. I know I won’t be much competition for you, but I’ll give it hell!!!
June 17th, 2008 - 21:57
…..HAHAHAHAHA, I can bust out mine, thats been gathering dust since I got back from the USVI, and someone can teach me how to upload my pics. This could be interesting! ( to think, I can break down the inner workings of a Smith and Wesson, but point and click debilitates me beyond belief! Go figure.)
June 19th, 2008 - 10:37
There is only one small problem. I want to use the camera to record the occasional video for this blog, but the .mov video files are HUGE, and most of the best WordPress video players only stream flash video. I’ve found software to convert the file formats, but all of them cost $100 (or more.) That’s about $100 more than I want to spend for the ability to post my ugly mug in videos.
Just a thought but could you place your videos on something like Utube and then copy the UTube code to your blog?
August 17th, 2011 - 12:08
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