Olympus PEN E-P2 12.3 MP Micro Four Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with 17mm f/2.8 Lens and Electronic View Finder Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a long-time amateur photographer. I gave up on digital SLRs for the simple reason that I always ended up only carrying them and their accessories on big occasions or holidays. Result was, I had a camera, but few pictures.
Next I bought a good pocket cameras, e.g. Panasonic etc and most recently the Ricoh GX200 which the E-P2 is replacing. These were nice. Picture-taking resumed but slow response compared to DSLRs and overall quality of the finished product always left a slight feeling of disappointment. With imaging chips of the size they use, this is only to be expected (just as compact cassettes by definition could not deliver decent audio).
Enter the E-P2 with its much larger sensor. I have had my E-P2 with 17mm pancake lens for a week now and simply love it. Responsive as an SLR, chunky but hardly larger than the Ricoh, it works like a dream in auto and more manual modes. (And who needs a zoom with this kind of resolution? - Just crop the bit you want from the immense pictures it takes).
In brief, and avoiding tech talk, this is a quality piece of kit. Looks like quality. Feels like quality. Works like quality. It's an SLR in a pocket camera body. (And - with apologies to the reviewer above - I love the quiet chunky sound and feel of the shutter.)
I think I've found 'my' camera at last - at the end of long, dollar-strewn trail!.

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Velbon DF-40 Deluxe Lightweight Photo/Video Tripod with 3-Way Panhead and Quick Release Shoe Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been using an old metal tripod for over twenty years and wanted something modern, lightweight and affordable. The DF-40 is all three of the things for which I asked. However, in hindsight I see now that I needed to add criteria such as "well-made" or "quality" to the list I was using to determine my purchase.
The stand itself is adequate and what I expected for the price but the plastic head feels quite flimsy and even when locked down still has a bit of wobble to it. Enough so that shooting without a cable release or IR remote may well cause an unintended motion blur which kind of defeats the reason for using a tripod. All of the knobs and levers feel equally frail and I am willing to bet that something breaks on this tripod within the first half dozen uses. When I first mounted my D-80 to it, I was a little hesitant to move my hands away because the weight seemed a bit much for the head.
It seemed like a good value as the next major price point is significantly higher, but now that I have received it and given it a thorough look, I would not have purchased the DF-40 had I been able to see and touch it first.
EDIT (Please Read) - I've now had the product for about four months now and it has held up far better than I anticipated. The fragile knobs I thought would break still feel fragile, but they haven't broken yet and I carried the tripod in a backpack for about two weeks and it held up fine. Thus I feel it necessary to upgrade my review - I now believe the product to be a good buy and although the page won't let me change my star rating, I would now give this tripod 4 stars.


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Velbon's DF40/F Tripod with 2-Way Panhead is a solid, portable aluminum tripod with an all-black finish, a 2-way panhead and 3-section legs with rubber feet. The center column is geared and has a hand crank for precision adjustment of height. The DF-40 has a maximum height of 4.75' (1.45 m).

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Dolica ST-400 63-Inch Lightweight Tripod Review

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(More customer reviews)Based on positive Amazon reviews and a price that met my budget, I purchased one of these and was pleasantly surprised by the quality and features of this tripod. You may be able to find tripods which are lighter, more sturdy or sport a more famous brand, but I dare you to find one with this mix of features at this price point.
If you're a professional photographer, go look at Manfrotto or some of the other high end brands. If you're an amateur photographer looking for a good tripod that won't cut into your lens budget, then look no further. Its lightweight so you don't mind tossing it into your travel bag. It holds my old Nikon d70s with no problems and is sturdy. Comes with a balistic nylon bag.
Firstly, the legs adjust to 3 different angles, the most extreme of which allows the legs to go perpendicular to the center column. The ball head mechanism is very smooth and precise, allowing fine adjustments with ease. Due to the various angles the legs are capable of doing, Macro work would be nice on this tripod.
Its obviously not in in the league of those carbon fiber tripods, but for under $40 shipped, its a steal.

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Dolica\'s 63" Light-Weight Tripod is ideal for both indoor and outdoor photography and video recording It is perfect for events, sports activity, capturing that one amazing shot Designed for use with small Point-N-Shoot cameras or 35mm cameras and camcorders Tripod Features: Ultra light-weight construction and able to support up to 7.8 lbs Base thread: 3/8" 3- way panhead, quick release plate and bubble level, 90 degree vertical platform Geared elevator and center brace carrying handle Quick release leg locks and non-slip rubber feet.

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Weaver Base System 97T Remington 700 SA Md: 48330. Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a solid and expensive solution to buying a weaver rail for your 700. I mounted a Nikon Buckmaster 4.5-14x40 with Burris Zee rings on it and i have not lost zero without me purposely remounted the scope. I say save money on the rail and buy better rings (like the Zee rings).

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Weaver Base System 97T, Remington 700 SA, These versatile bases from Weaver help give your gun the tactical edge. Tactical Multi Slot bases are constructed of tough, lightweight aluminum so they can withstand the most powerful recoil. They accept all Weaver top mount rings and accommodate the mounting of devices such as scopes, red dots and laser optics, while allowing for optimal eye relief.Features:- Type: 1-Piece Base- Style: WeaverSpecifications:- MFG/Model: Remington 700- Color: Matte Black, Mfg No: 48330, Manufacturer: Weaver

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Aluminum 50 Inch Professional Tripod for Sony DCR-SR47 HC52 CX100 Camcorders - And All Other Cameras & Camcorders Review

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(More customer reviews)Item was better than I thought it would be and fit more than it said. Was a great product

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Don't just take snapshots! Take control over your composition with increased camera performance and sharper images that will exceed your expectations!With the use of a tripod you can achieve greater performance and maintain image quality for cropping and larger picture sizes. Also, it will allow you to hold steady enough to deliver all the performance the equipment you invested in can provide. You might even get into some pictures yourself, with your camera's self-timer feature and your camera held secure on a sturdy tripod.# Extends to 50 Inches Tall, Folds to 16.5 Inches, Weighs Just Over One Pound! For incredible portability and versatility# 2.5-Pound Load CapacitySupports SLR cameras and zoom lenses with ease# 4-Section Aluminum LegsFor maximum versatility and light weight# Quick-Release Photo/Video PlatformMakes changing equipment easy# 3-Way, 360-Degree Swivel PanheadFor shooting at any angle# Adjustable Tilt and Pan ControlsFor vertical format photography# Gearless Center ColumnFor fast, precise column adjustment# Bubble Level IndicatorHelps you keep your tripod perfectly level# Quick-Release Leg LocksFor quick, easy maneuverability# Non-Slip FeetKeeps your tripod steady on virtually any surface# Includes Nylon Carrying Case with Shoulder StrapConvenient, lightweight protection and mobility

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Tamrac 5684 Digital Zoom 4 Camera Bag (Steel Grey) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this bag for my Canon digital eos xti. It fits very well.
The only con for this bag is that the front buckle can be somewhat cranky sometimes (you have to slide it in just so or it won't click) and I'm worried about it breaking. Even if the buckle does break, my camera will still be safe because there is a zipper around the pocket, but sometimes it's nice to let the camera bag just hang from the camera strap rather than using the longer bag strap.
It fits a 300 mm zoom lens, so it can accommodate a pretty good range. You just have to choose which lens you want to bring with you and leave it attached.
It is small enough that you don't feel conspicuous lugging it around, but it does protect the camera well. Pockets fit uv lens filter, batteries, memory cards, usb cable. No space for extra lenses. It's a great bag for travel.


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Tamrac's Digital Zoom 4 was designed for digital SLRs (such as Canon's 30D) with a lens attached up to 4¼".Dual Foam Technology\' provides protection and a custom fit to digital cameras.The front pocket features Tamrac's patented Memory & Battery Management System\', which uses red flags to identify fresh memory cards and batteries from ones that are used up.An additional Windowpane-Mesh\' pocket organizes other small accessories.A smooth nylon pocket in the lid holds lens-cleaning paper.Two zippered side pockets hold additional accessories such as a mobile phone, PC card or compact card reader.Belt loops, an EasyGrip\' carrying handle, and shoulder strap provide convenient carrying options.Add Tamrac accessories to the Strap Accessory System\' (S.A.S.\') attachment slots to customize this zoom pack.

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Swarovski Optiks DCA Digiscoping Adaptor For Digital Cameras Review

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(More customer reviews)This worked great to connect my point and shoot digital camera to my Swarovski scope (for digiscoping). The camera I used was the Canon Powershot A590 (with the necessary Canon adaptor). My only complaint is that this piece is so terribly expensive, however, now that it's paid for, I'm really glad I bought it. It works infinitely better than trying to hold a camera up to your scope to take a picture.

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Almost anyone who observes an enthralling scene--especially after waiting patiently for a rare bird or fine stag--would love to capture the moment for eternity. Fortunately, Swarovski steps up to the plate with its line of digiscoping equipment, which lets you connect your digital camera to any of the company's spotting scopes to take photos from great distances, a must when tracking wildlife through your lens. The DCA digiscoping adapter, for example, is designed to attach to your digital camera on one end and your spotting scope on the other. When your camera is attached to the DCA, you can keep the camera in your pocket--where it's protected from wind, rain, and other inclement weather--until you want to take a photo. Then, with a few small movements, the camera connects to the telescopic eyepiece and is ready to go. In essence, the DCA digital camera adapter melds your camera and telescopic into a single sturdy unit. The DCA adapter is suitable for digital single lens reflex cameras with a 50mm objective lens (fixed focal length) and some digital compact cameras with objective filter threads (an additional adapter from the manufacturer may be required).
About Swarovski Optik Although founded in 1949, Swarovski Optik's roots actually trace all the way back to 1895, when Austrian Daniel Swarovski--who invented the world's first electric grinding machine for jewelry stones--established the family-owned Swarovski Crystal in the province of Tyrol. Since then, the name Swarovski has become synonymous worldwide with the clearest crystal, precision grinding, and a brilliant spirit of innovation, as the original enterprise continued branching out into additional lines of business.
Swarovski Optik owes its rise to Wilhelm Swarovski, son of the original founder and an avid hobby astronomer, who decided to build his own improved binocular in 1935 at a mere 17 years of age. With access to the specialized glass production and finishing technologies already used to manufacture jewelry stones in his father's factory, Wilhelm managed to develop a novel prism fabrication and grinding process that he applied in constructing his first 6x30 binocular. Wilhelm went on to found Swarovski Optik KG in Absam, Tyrol, in 1949, thus laying the foundation for a sports optics company with a global reputation. His company's first serial product, the Habicht 7x42, is still an industry standard in the field of hunting optics and continues to be produced in the best tradition of its founder.

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Tamrac 5515 Adventure Zoom 5 (Red/Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)this bag is super. Holds the Canon 40D w/ Tamron 28-300 lens w/o a problem. Super efficient with pockets in the right places to offer easy access to extra battery, cards, filters, etc. Comfy shoulder strap. Good zippers to seal it shut, very convenient for travel when the big camera bag is just too much.
The price is sweet, I looked at a lot of these on ebay and elsewhere, this purchase cant be beat. And you get the Amazon warranty so there is no down side I see

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The Adventure Zoom 5 holds a digital or film SLR with a zoom lens up to 4½" longattached and ready for action. The front pocket features Tamrac's US-patented Memory & Battery Management System, which uses red flags to identify fresh memory cards and batteries from ones that are used up.Side pockets are perfectfor carrying a cell phone and additional accessories. An EasyGrip carrying handle, adjustable, removable shoulder strap and belt loops in back provide convenient carrying options.An additional Windowpane-Mesh pocket organizes other small accessories. A smooth nylon pocket in the lid holds lens-cleaning paper. Add Tamrac accessories to the Strap Accessory System (S.A.S ) attachment slots to customize the bag.

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Sigma DP1 14MP Digital Camera Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a professional photographer using Nikon's D300 and D3 for portraiture and weddings. These are both super cameras that have been a boon to my business. However, like all modern SLRs they are big, heavy, noisy and the automation works for most everything. I came to photography when cameras were much simpler and actually required a knowledge of how a camera works. I am glad I did, as to use the DP1 to its full advantage you must know what you are doing.
Photography is a passion even in my off time and I wanted something light, small, and quiet for the candids of life that I would always have with me. The poor image quality, control, and responsiveness of compacts was not what I was looking for.I briefly considered the M8 but for a non-money making "fun" camera it was way too much to spend. The DP1 filled the bill for me.
Why? You will read complaints about slowness. If you are a point and shooter, that is correct, and you should avoid this camera.
However, if you are a photographer read on. During my research I read an article written by a Leica user that said he was always ready to shoot by having his camera prefocused and ready to go. That is the best way to use the DP1 also. Use manual focus and the correct aperture for your expected depth of focus needs. Unlike any other compact camera you can both turn off the lcd and the sleep mode and walk around with the camera ready to shot in an instant. Of course with the lcd off you will need the optional viewfinder.
I normally shoot in A mode and the controls allow fast changes to aperture and exposure compensation, something else no other compact camera does.
The image quality at ISO 100 is astounding and loses some quality as it goes up to ISO 800. 800 is somewhat disappointing as color saturation drops off dramatically.
Yes it is slow for point and shooters and has a lousy lcd but if that is sacrifices Sigma had to make for a superior image from a compact camera at this price point its fine with me. I am having a blast with this camera as it opens up a whole new world of image possibilities. I highly recommend it to anyone who has a photography style that suits a M8 but does not want to spend a fortune for the tool to do it with. Its not a M8 of course but a bargain in comparison.

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The DP1 is a completely new type of camera offering the full specs and high image quality of a DSLR in the body of a compact camera. It is powered by the 14-megapixel Foveon X3 direct-image-sensor, which can reproduce high-definition images rich in gradation and impressive three-dimensional detail.It is possible to record images in RAW or the widely used JPEG in four resolution modes. It offers five Exposure modes and three Metering modes as well as being equipped with a built-in flash with the Guide Number of 6, hot shoe, neck strap and 2.5-inch TFT color LCD monitor with approximately 230,000 pixels.The DP1 has the high resolution and functionality of an SLR, plus adaptability in terms of accessories, all built into a small body.

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Pentax Optio S12 12MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Silver) Review

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(More customer reviews)First off: I am hardly a professional photographer,but I have been taking pictures for 45 years. So my review will not be full of technical stuff.
I gave up film cameras quite a while ago.My first digicam was a whopping 1.3mps,which I thought was astounding.I gradually progressed up to the point where I have this little gem,all 12MP's of it. I am using it as a replacement for a small,but hard-working Nikon P&S.Not a replacement,more of an addition...but I didn't want to carry a really expensive camera on my motorcycle,or when I take the menagerie to the dog park,so I use the Nikon for those things,and this Pentax for everything else.
It takes wonderful photos.It's very intuitive,and if you have ever used a typical P&S camera,you will catch up to this one in a few shoots.It takes good shots in any kind of outdoor lighting,and indoors as well.The clarity of each shot is great.Close-ups of my animals are especially good.I can see every whisker and the evil glistening in their eyes as they plot yet another way to create havoc in my house.I took one of my parrot,who hates cameras,and the "pinning" of his eyes was caught in all its maniacal glory.
I am going to use this tiny thing for a long time.It is extremely tiny,but that makes it more useable.Pocket-size is great for a P&S.I haven't noticed any unusual color problems.
All in all,it's a great camera,and I am quite happy with my purchase.
13Feb09 Update: The camera is still working beautifully.And,now I have purchased my very first d-SLR,a Pentax,of course.Together,these two cameras will cover just about any situation I might find myself in,photo-ready.Pentax optics are still astounding.I am old-school film camera,and had Pentax cameras in different formats.I am so glad to see that people are still appreciating the work Pentax puts into their cameras and lenses.

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Item #: 17021. The tiny, pocket-sized, 12 megapixel Optio S12 features face recognition and dynamic range adjustment that's ideal for portraits. For easy composition and review of images, the S12 offers a generous 2.5 inch LCD monitor with an anti-reflective coating and bright mode. Digital shake reduction automatically selects a higher ISO, up to 3200, for blur-free images. Product Description: Pentax Optio S12 - digital cameraProduct Type: Digital camera - compactDimensions (WxDxH): 3.4 in x 0.8 in x 2.1 inWeight: 3.9 ozColor: SilverSupported Flash Memory: MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory CardIntegrated Memory: 21 MBSensor Resolution: 12.0 MegapixelShooting Modes: Frame movie modeLens System: 3 x zoom lens - 7.9 mm - 23.7 mm - f/2.8-5.4Focus Adjustment: Automatic, manualMin Focus Range: 13.8 inDigital Zoom: 6 xCamera Flash: Built-in flashRed Eye Reduction: YesMicrophone: Microphone - built-inDisplay: LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.5" - colorSupported Battery: 1 x Pentax D-LI68 Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included ) Customers also search for: Discount Pentax Optio S12 Digital Camera, Silver, Buy Pentax Optio S12 Digital Camera, Silver, Wholesale Pentax Optio S12 Digital Camera, Silver, 0027075139428, Digital

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Sunpak Mini-PRO Plus - Tripod - floor-standing Review

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(More customer reviews)The Mini-Pro Plus tripod is a great device to keep handy. I bought item because I need something small with features of a large TP as well as a handle to center the subjects on the camera's LCD screen; especially for video, because small digital cameras can sometimes be difficult to keep still by hand. I use it for a tiny Coolpix S1 but it can easily handle something much bigger without a problem. Setting it up is very easy once you get familiar to all possible adjustments and knobs, and once you're done it's a snap to put away.

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Pexagon MD4GBBP Microdrive, 4GB, Hitachi, Blister Review

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(More customer reviews)so, i bought the 2GB Hitachi Microdrive for my girlfriend when i got her a brand new Canon 20D.... fantastic camera, and you would think that she would have no problems with 2GB worth of room (500+ pictures).... i was wrong.... several shoots later of waterfowl along the coast she kept filling the 2GB card due to the continuous shoot mode of the 20D (5 pics/second for 5 seconds)... she then had to 'borrow' my 1/2 GB compact flash card from my Canon 410... so i looked up what the 4GB microdrive was going for and was very pleased to see this drive listed... was hesitant at first in terms of the Pexagon label, but found out that they are just a US distributor for Hitachi.... so i took the plunge and am very glad of it....reformatted the card with the camera just to make sure it was all set and it has worked flawlessly ever since....she has yet to fill it on a single shoot!!! (although she has come close a couple of times)... and thus far we have never had an issue with either microdrive, especially in terms of reliability... i know some folks are concerned about shock ratings and the like, but as long as you take care of the card as well as you take care of your camera i don't see from an engineering perspective why there would be any issues....great buy!!!!!

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Vanguard VS-86 Compact Tabletop Tripod Review

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(More customer reviews)A nice little gadget, well worth the ~$25. Plenty sturdy enough for a Nikon d80 with 18-135 kit lens and anything lighter, which means I can use it with any of my cameras. Folds into a package the size and weight of a soda can, which makes it easy to take anywhere.
Only minor drawback I can see is the mount, which can't be (at least easily) equipped with a quick-release - this means I have to take the shoe for my full-size tripod off before I use this one.

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The Vanguard VS-86 Compact Tabletop Tripod is so compact and lightweight that you can carry it in your pocket. This sturdy tripod is designed to be used with small digital, APS, point-and-shoot, and 35mm cameras. The VS-86 features a ball head and two-leg sections with rubber feet for maximum stability. Weighing it at only 0.88 pounds, and featuring a folded height of nine-inches with an extension height to 10-inches, the compact tabletop tripod from Vanguard will help you take better photographs without having to haul around a massive tripod.

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Sunpak MINI-PLUS Mini Tripod with 3-Way Panhead Review

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(More customer reviews)This mini tripod is very sturdy and has any feature that you might reasonably require. I can see no reason at all to pay the extra money to buy either of the two higher-priced versions of this tripod unless you really need a pan handle or a ball head.

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With their unique styling and versatile capabilities the Mini Series tripods are equipped with 3-way pan heads with built-in bubble levels. Additionally, every Sunpak Mini Series tripod carries an exclusive Lifetime Warranty!The Mini-Plus with its distinctive champagne finish, is the ultimate in compact yet full feature design. It's three-way head, with built-in bubble level and retractable video indexing pin, features a short panning knob to maintain its ultra compact design. The pan head is easily removed for use with other Sunpak accessories, such as Sunpak's Compact Ball Head. Leg extensions include both twist locks for the middle leg section, and a quick-pull for the lower leg section, extending the working height to over 12 inches, yet folding down to a mere 8.5 inches and weighing only 13.7 oz. The center column is secured with an oversized locking collar, while the lower end of the column has a suction cup mount to adhere to smooth surfaces when using the tripod with longer focal length lenses to prevent camera tip-over.

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Tamrac 5627 Pro 7 Digital Zoom Camera Bag (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I was looking for a camera bag for my digital SLR which has a 18-135mm zoom lens. This bag is the perfect fit with available ocmpartments for memory cards, extra batteries, and lens care equipment. Tamrac's quality is top notch including the carrying strap. I highly recommend this bag for short trips when one camera and lens are needed.

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The Pro Digital Zoom 7 is perfect for carrying a digital SLR with a battery grip and zoom lens up to 5" attached.The main compartment has Dual Foam Technology¿ to provide protection and a custom fit for digital SLR cameras.The front pocket features Tamrac's patented Memory & Battery Management System¿, which uses red flags to identify fresh memory cards and batteries from ones that are used up.An additional Windowpane-Mesh¿ pocket secures other small items.A smooth nylon pocket in the lid holds lens-cleaning paper.Belt loops in back quickly convert this Zoom Pack from a shoulder bag to a belt holster.It can also be carried by the EasyGrip¿ carrying handle or by the padded BioCurve¿ shoulder strap.This Zoom Pack can be customized with Tamrac's Modular Accessory System¿ and Strap Accessory System¿ products.'

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Tamrac 5606 System 6 Camera Bag (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)When I went camera bag shopping, I was looking for a bag that would not only hold all my SLR gear, but also my backup camera and accessories. This bag does all that and beyond. I can carry 2 bodies and 3 lenses with this bag, 28-200, 70-300 and a macro lens, my flash with wireless transmitter, a thin minolta 150 point and shoot camera, my swiss tool, and filters with plenty of room left over. The easy access front pouch is great for film if you are shooting the kids and don't want to miss a shot by having to dig through the bag to find the film. Why look? The film can be placed in the convenient front flap pouch. I use the side pouches to store my cleaning cloths, extra batteries and a photo pen that I carry around.
With the system 6, 2 things come to mind that are key in all camera bags: 1.) lots of space and 2.) secured travel and protection. With the spacious storage capacity of such a versatile bag, a novice to a pro cannot go wrong with this bag. A must for photographers!

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The System 6 is designed to carry a digital or film SLR with an attached zoom lens in Tamrac's USA patented Lens-Bridge and LensGate Divider Systems, plus 3 to 4 extra lenses and a flash.

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Canon PowerShot SX200IS 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.0-inch LCD (Blue) Review

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(More customer reviews)This review is based off of several days of use and a THOROUGH review of the manual. If you are interested in seeing specifications and actual pictures of this camera (which I suggest you do) I recommend visiting websites that offer extensive these types of reviews [...]First, lets review what seems to be common CONS to the camera.
POP UP FLASH. Contrary to some reviews, this camera is not hard to handle/hold nor does the pop up flash get in the way or feel flimsy. Notice Canon has made three designs to combat this problem (e.g. indented thumbprint above controls on back of camera, curved body on right side of camera, and about 3/4 inch space to place finger behind the flash. As I right this review, I am playing around with the flash and notice it feels sturdy; not flimsy. Also, the further the distance between the flash and the lens allows for a better red-eye reduction.
NO VIDEO (optical) Zoom. This camera offers excellent video quality for a "point and shoot camera". It is 720 so expect that quality - no more no less. As for the zoom, it only has a digital zoom (i.e. less quality than optical). Nonetheless, it should not be a deal breaker - unless you are in the market for a digital videorecorder. I recommend a stand alone video recorder at this point. Would it be nice to have a zoom, sure, but honestly, this is not a big deal.
NOISE - Indoor use. PLEASE believe me when I say I find very little if any noise on indoor shots (when using the camera correctly (e.g reading the manual!!!). There are many ways to adjust this camera - MANY ways! Again, I am reviewing pictures I just shot today inside my local library and find them very pleasing and no noise!
FIT/FEEL of Camera. This camera does not feel flimsy. This I think I can promise you. Actually, when I got the camera in my hands, I was suprised to feel and see it was thicker than I thought - but not too thick. Still able to put in pocket (although not if you are wearing tight jeans). If you are looking at this camera, chances are you doing so because of the aesthetic body - and you are right. When/if you put it in your hands, you'll understand that it is, well, sexy and fashionable.
I have put forth what I saw as potentially "deal breakers" to some people and find all of these supposedly negative points not so negative. After thorough research and an extensive review of the manual, I find this camera to be excellent.
Finally, let me try to state what I believe to be the absolute best features of this camera.
1. Quality. The only way to defend this point is to recommend doing research. Many websites have posted pictures this camera has taken - many of them stunning. I even saw a side by side comparison with the SX200IS rival - the TZ7. It was a picture of a night time view of a major city. This camera won hands down. And as for video quality, I was happy with the quality - if you expect 720 and not blu-ray quality. It honestly is great- oh yea, and I notice that when shooting with video, the image seemed to have little or no shake ( I was suprised about this).
2. Function. You can immediately use this even if you never used a camera before. Thank canon for the "easy" function which lets you only hit the shutter button: it does ALL the work for you, and has hints/tips on the screen as you shoot. Or if you are not so novice, you can turn this camera into a complete manual function and create your own aperture, shutter, and ISO values. (This is the reason I bought this camera; so I could go more manual while my wife could just point and click).
3. After having this camera, I have noticed that CANON has not marketed this camera well enough. It has LCD image brightness control that changes on screen depending on how bright it is where you are shooting. Very nice to view the lcd. Also, the LCD has been layered with a scratch resistant coating!
Finally, in my opinion, this camera's best feature is its versatility. What I mean by this is that it takes excellent pictures and allows you to grow with the camera - this point needs to be emphasized.
I suggest that you truly do your research (as you are doing!!:) and you may see as I did that no matter how many cameras I reviewed, I kept coming back to the SX200IS. I am glad I have it.
One final point. If you do get this, please review the manual. It is your bible and will really help you understand the camera if you want to turn it into more than a point and shoot. I wrote this review because I was SHOCKED at the criticisms this camera received. I agree that this camera can be fine tuned (longer battery life.....etc...) but these are by no means deal breakers. Don't worry, whatever camera you get, it will be soon outdated - all cameras get their annual tweaking. Having said that about camera's getting outdated, note that I chose this camera for the features it has for the price it is. Having taken it home, I realize that I am more than getting my money's worth. I am honestly concerned about answering any questions you may have. I wish I could ask people questions before I buy things, so please feel free to comment and/or ask. Best wishes.
***Updated 4-6-08****
For those interested in comparisons, I have recently compared the SX200IS vs the Panasonic TZ5 [...]. Unbelievable, I was able to find same scene shots taken by these two different cameras. This is hard to find. Plus, being that the TZ5 is really the main competitor to the SX200IS, it makes for an interesting comparison. If you do review this website, particularly notice the "city night shot" and ISO 400 setting. In my opinion, the SX200IS is much clearer and offers a more accurate picture. Again, the SX200IS is a winner to me!
***Updatd 7-26-09***
After 4 months of extensive use, this camera is now having power issues. When the camera is turned on, and then turned off, it automatically turns on when I do not want it too! :( It will go back to be fixed. So in terms of reliability, I am a little disappointed. Nonetheless, given the quality and features of this camera, I will GLADLY keep the camera and GLADLY have it fixed. Even with this electronic issue, it is still the best camera out there.

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