[ceekay84]

I'm looking at getting a better digital camera than typical point and shoot cameras that suffer in low-light conditions and poor focus in close-up shots. It frustrates me to no end spending $$ on point & shoot digital cameras when all I get is blurry pictures when taking pictures of an object (earphones for example). Anyone got any sample pictures and the camera they used in this thread will be greatly appreciated.

 

[JadeEast]

Allot of blur is from trying to hand hold a camera at a low shutter speed or at a long focal length. A tripod even a cheap mini one is going to really help you the most.

 

[krmathis]

I most often use a Canon EOS 50D housing with a Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM lens.
When I am not using my point & shoot that is...



Sample pictures:
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/ro...-heavy-432738/
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post6272260
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post6127105
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post5993058
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post5993161
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post6039840
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post6041261
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post6048175
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post6050751
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post6075004
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post6093262
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post5966043
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post5840592
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post5827474
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post5787856
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post5763853
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f11/po...ml#post5724989

 

[dfkt]

Wow, I'd never guessed you took those snapshots with a 50D. I'm using an older 40D.

 

[ceekay84]

Quote:

Originally Posted by JadeEast /img/forum/go_quote.gif Allot of blur is from trying to hand hold a camera at a low shutter speed or at a long focal length. A tripod even a cheap mini one is going to really help you the most.

It still seems out of focus when I place it on a desk, especially when taking pictures of things close-up. When I use the flash, the flash gives off a bright white-lit light overpowering the image.

 

[bcpk]

The reason you're getting out of focus photos when close up is because you are too close for your camera's lens system. If it has a Macro mode (usually looks like a flower), switch that on, otherwise move back.

 

[Redcarmoose]

Demo Nikon d40 from Ebay price 316.00. Looked and worked like new and has 1 year warranty. I use old Nikon lens from the 70s.

 

[ceekay84]

Quote:

Originally Posted by bcpk /img/forum/go_quote.gif The reason you're getting out of focus photos when close up is because you are too close for your camera's lens system. If it has a Macro mode (usually looks like a flower), switch that on, otherwise move back.

Aha, I think that solved the problem. I never tweaked using the different shooting modes. What does the macro mode do in terms of taking pictures?

 

[bcpk]

Typically reduces the depth of focus and allows you to photograph subjects very close to the camera.

 

[MCC]

I have a Fujifilm F40fd. It's not as good as the famed F31fd but it still has 1/1.6" sensor, the largest you'll find in a point-and-shoot. It takes excellent low light pictures for this type.

 

[ceekay84]

Quote:

Originally Posted by bcpk /img/forum/go_quote.gif Typically reduces the depth of focus and allows you to photograph subjects very close to the camera.

Macro sure helped out a lot but I'm still looking for a camera that's better than the average point and shoot.

 

[ceekay84]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redcarmoose /img/forum/go_quote.gif Demo Nikon d40 from Ebay price 316.00. Looked and worked like new and has 1 year warranty. I use old Nikon lens from the 70s.

Are there any out there that can fit in my pocket? O_o

 

[SiriuslyCold]

Point-and shoot

 

[skitlets]

I have a Canon S90. Perfect for my uses! A bit pricey but it's one of the few compacts with full manual controls.

 

[Exediron]

I've always used Nikon cameras. Currently I use a Nikon D90, and before that I used a D2H or a D70.


Sample shots:

D90

D70

I would probably second the recommendation for a D40. It's small, cheap and easy to use.