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[Pixie_Dust]

Costco.com has a Kodak P880 8MP camera with wide angle lens, battery, charger, and 256MB SD card for $450 plus shipping this week.

Is it a good camera? If so, is that a good deal?

Our current camera with all the fancy settings does not take good low light shots, and I rememebr a previous Kodak digital camera we had that was better at that. Also our current one is slow to focus, so I am hoping to "upgrade" to something less irritating!

Cheers
:tink: Pixie

[Kelly Grannell]

Some DISers love this camera. If you go to this link: http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/kodak/p880-review/index.shtml and scroll about 80% down you will see night shot using different ISO. You can see the digital noise even at ISO 100, at ISO 400 the noise is so high it's unuseable.

On the other hand, for that price, what do you expect?

You can, however, get a Canon RebelXT with kit lens for only about US$800 in Canada. It is about $150 more than the P880, but at ISO1600 it's much cleaner than P880's ISO400.

Something to think about.

[Pixie_Dust]

Thanks, it was a very helpful link! :)

I thought it was cute he used a Mickey as a test subject ::yes::

I don't see how $800 is $150 less than $450, esp. with all the extras in the Costco offer, however, lol :hippie:

P.S. I checked costco.com and there is an additional $50 rebate, so it is actually $400 for all that.

[LordAthens]

I would skip the Kodak and check out this Panasonic Lumix (http://www2.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?utm_id=17&ref=pricegrabber&sku=PNDMCFZ20K).

The obligitory DCResouce review (http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/panasonic/dmc_fz20-review/index.shtml).

LEICA f/2.8 all the way through the zoom, AF assist lamp, 12x optical!!! (that's 36-432mm!!), Optical Image Stabilization, 3 frames per second , and you can even run it in full manual if you want. Digital noise is barely present at ISO200. ISO400 (like most consumer cams) is just about worthless.

IMO, this is one of the best non dSLR's currently on the market. And the price is FANTASTIC! Don't be lured in by megapixels you'll probably never use. Infact, you'll probably get better shots out of your 5mp Lumix than a 8mp Kodak.

[ndelaware]

Digital Photography.com (one of the best review sites out there) likes the Kodak P880. Here is a review for you to read. http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/kodakP880/

Here is their conclusion:

"Overall conclusion:
The two cameras in the new EasyShare 'P' range are superficially very similar, yet in many respects they are like chalk and cheese. Where the inherent problems of a soft lens and noisy sensor meant Kodak had to process the P850 images to within an inch of their lives, the P880 has what appears to be a very good lens and a perfectly decent sensor. This is important; the images are cleaner and sharper to start with, so the in-camera processing is much lighter (though still a little too strong at the default setting for our liking), and the end results far superior. I was impressed from the start by the excellent color, good edge-to-edge sharpness and (relatively) low level of artefacts in the P880's JPEG output. If you can live with the very slow raw file writing you can wring even better results out of the lens / sensor combo.

Of course it's not all good news; the P880 feels - to me - a little on the flimsy side (though this is simply because it's made of plastic, and to be fair it seems fairly solid), the focus in low light hunts so much it needs a red jacket and a bugle and the macro mode is over complex and too restrictive.

But overall there is much more to like here than to dislike, especially when you consider the unique zoom range. I'm a big wideangle fan, and having a 24mm wideangle on a zoom after being restricted to 35mm or even longer with most 'big zoom' cameras really lifts the creative shackles.

Kodak has been quite clever with the P880, identifying a niche in the 'prosumer' market that isn't filled by the likes of the Panasonic FZ30, and filling it. Taken as an overall package the P880 offers little to differentiate it from its main competitors, but for those who like to 'shoot wide' it is almost in a class of its own. Looking at the three nearest competitors (the Fuji S9000, Samsung Pro815 and Konica Minolta A200), none has a 24mm equiv. lens (all start at 28mm equiv.) - though all have longer tele ends, and all are considerably pricier. The KM A200 - perhaps the nearest competitor - has a longer zoom range and the undeniable benefit of image stabilization, but the P880 produces sharper results with more appealing color.

In conclusion then, the P880 is well worth consideration if you want a true wide angle zoom built into your camera, and though it's not going to replace a digital SLR (despite the implication in Kodak's publicity materials), and it only just falls short of a highly recommended."

[Kelly Grannell]

I thought it was cute he used a Mickey as a test subject ::yes::

I don't see how $800 is $150 less than $450, esp. with all the extras in the Costco offer, however, lol :hippie:


DOH! I didn't know that, I can only compare based on my pricing knowledge in Canada.

[elizke]

I think that's an excellent deal for a very good camera. I'd go for it if I were in the market!!

The P20 flash would be a great accessory too.

E.

[Pixie_Dust]

I would skip the Kodak and check out this Panasonic Lumix (http://www2.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?utm_id=17&ref=pricegrabber&sku=PNDMCFZ20K).

The obligitory DCResouce review (http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/panasonic/dmc_fz20-review/index.shtml).

LEICA f/2.8 all the way through the zoom, AF assist lamp, 12x optical!!! (that's 36-432mm!!), Optical Image Stabilization, 3 frames per second , and you can even run it in full manual if you want. Digital noise is barely present at ISO200. ISO400 (like most consumer cams) is just about worthless.

IMO, this is one of the best non dSLR's currently on the market. And the price is FANTASTIC! Don't be lured in by megapixels you'll probably never use. Infact, you'll probably get better shots out of your 5mp Lumix than a 8mp Kodak.

That sounds like a good one!!! DH wanted the costco one because if we don't like it we can return it with no hassle.

[Charade]

That's BuyOneGetOne free.

http://www.adorama.com/VDBPLBP511C.html?emailprice=t

[Kelly Grannell]

Shipping to Canada is crazy, though. US$30 shipping for a US$20 item. Ack!

[PaulD]

Done and Done! Thanks for the heads up. My batteries are getting kind of old. I used to be able to get 300+ photos per charge and now I am only getting 100-120.

[iNTeNSeBLue98]

In Sunday March 5th's Best Buy ad (p.15) is a 256mb/512mb PNY combo pack for $39.99 after rebates. The price to take it home is $54.99 ($25.00 off, reg. $79.99), plus applicable tax. Best Buy.com is offering free shipping on this item as well so I saved myself the trouble of driving over there to get it. Even without the $15 mail-in rebate it's a great buy and thought I'd pass it on to those who may not have seen the advertisement.

[Charade]

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000053HH5/ref=nosim/002-7672388-0783204?n=502394

[Kelly Grannell]

I strongly recommend that lens. Anything sharper than that lens would be considered a knife.

[Charade]

I strongly recommend that lens. Anything sharper than that lens would be considered a knife.

Probably wouldn't make it past the airport security screener!

[Kelly Grannell]

it will, because it is still not as sharp as a knife ;)

[lovwdwalot]

Nice price, but very slow lens as it is a f4.

[Kelly Grannell]

aw come on, it's not THAT slow. Most people use a kit lens or non-L lens that's around f/5.6 sometimes f/6.3 at the 200mm focal length.

Yes, f/2.8, especially with IS would be ideal, but then you'll almost triple the price and double the weight.

[grimgrinnin]

Sharp indeed
http://grimgrinnin.smugmug.com/photos/58413312-L.jpg

Taken from a moving safari vehicle on an overcast day at 200mm. 'very slow'? f4@200 isn't slow. Of course there's faster, but as Kelly said, it sure comes at a high price. I couldn't imagine carying around a 2.8 all day in a theme park.

grim :hmghost:

[handicap18]

Slow?? f/4 at 200mm on a zoom lens is quite fast. Thats why the list price is $1300+ (although Ritz has it for $740). Find a 70-200 zoom lens faster than that for less than $600.

I know Nikon has a 2.8 70-200 that is over $1500 and looking at Canon's site, their 2.8 70-200 goes for a minimum of $1100 (used) on ebay.

I think for the average amature photographer, this would be a great deal for a great lens.

Nice pic Grimgrinnin :thumbsup2

[WillCAD]

Actually, my buddy the wedding photographer just bought the faster 2.8 IS version of this lens this week.

I dunno about the F4 version, but the 2.8IS version is built like a tank. That lens weight more than my entire camera bag full of stuff, and it feels like it's made out of wrought iron fence posts. But it focuses almost faster than you can push the button, and is amazingly bright and sharp.

[Kelly Grannell]

I dunno about the F4 version, but the 2.8IS version is built like a tank. That lens weight more than my entire camera bag full of stuff, and it feels like it's made out of wrought iron fence posts. But it focuses almost faster than you can push the button, and is amazingly bright and sharp.


That's the one I use. It's heavy as hell and sharp as a tack, but actually, set at f/4, the 70-200 f/4 is still sharper than the f/2.8 version (I used to own the f/4, stupidly I upgraded to f/2.8 by selling my f/4)

[lovwdwalot]

Sharp indeed
http://grimgrinnin.smugmug.com/photos/58413312-L.jpg

Taken from a moving safari vehicle on an overcast day at 200mm. 'very slow'? f4@200 isn't slow. Of course there's faster, but as Kelly said, it sure comes at a high price. I couldn't imagine carying around a 2.8 all day in a theme park.

grim :hmghost:
Sure at the time of day that you had taken that photo it's not slow, but let me see you hand hold that lens at night at the magic kingdom with fireworks going on. Than tell me it not slow, as for size this lens is the same weight as the 70-200 2.8.

[lovwdwalot]

Slow?? f/4 at 200mm on a zoom lens is quite fast. Thats why the list price is $1300+ (although Ritz has it for $740). Find a 70-200 zoom lens faster than that for less than $600.

I know Nikon has a 2.8 70-200 that is over $1500 and looking at Canon's site, their 2.8 70-200 goes for a minimum of $1100 (used) on ebay.

I think for the average amature photographer, this would be a great deal for a great lens.

Nice pic Grimgrinnin :thumbsup2
The reason it is so pricey is because it is a "L" series len, these lens use the best glass that canon offers on their lens.

[grimgrinnin]

Sure at the time of day that you had taken that photo it's not slow, but let me see you hand hold that lens at night at the magic kingdom with fireworks going on. Than tell me it not slow, as for size this lens is the same weight as the 70-200 2.8.


1st, it's obvious you've never held both lenses:

2.8:
Weight 3.2 lb without tripod collar
Weight 3.5 lb with tripod collar

4.0:
Weight 1.56 lb


2nd, why would I ever want to handhold fireworks pictures, with a 70-200 lens nonetheless? Of course you can find examples where 2.8 would would be the better choice. That's not the point. The point is that f4@200 is not 'very slow', but is actually quite fast.



grim :hmghost:

[Kelly Grannell]

You still need to hold the lens for at least 1 second to get the bloom. f/5.6 vs f/4 vs f/2.8 vs f/1.2 won't make a lick of difference in terms of hand holding the lens at 1 second shutter speed.

How you can hand hold a lens that steady for 1 second is beyond me. Kindly share your tip for us mere mortals.

[Kelly Grannell]

What kind of lenses do you use anyway? I assume nothing "slower" than f/2.8?

[geetey]

WOW! Very nice price and it's white too!! I heard the white ones are good! ;)

:rotfl:

[Kelly Grannell]

THe white ones screams "steal me" like there's no tomorrow.

[Lancer]

Well, I am not sure if you can call this an impulse buy or just good timing. I always wanted a longer lens than my 28-135, sometime in the future(just financially, wasnt planning on today). Just to kill some time, I logged on the boards today and found this thread. After reading everyones opinions, I took the plunge and ordered one for my 20D. Should have it by wenesday.

A thank you to all ,that takes the time to post and provide advice and info!!!!!!!

Lancer

[Kelly Grannell]

Congratulations! Welcome to the "White" family. You are, henceforth, be called Lancer White

[grimgrinnin]

Congrats Lancer! You won't be disappointed.


grim :hmghost:

[handicap18]

Sweet! Good for you. I wont be buying any more lenses for a while. Next purchase will actually be a flash. And even that wont be probably till after summer and it will be less than $200 to boot. So for now I'll just live vicariously though pictures of new lenses and others that are actually buying them.

[lovwdwalot]

What kind of lenses do you use anyway? I assume nothing "slower" than f/2.8?
Kelly,your right I use nothing but 2.8 "L" lens.
This is what I have in my bag. 70-200 f2.8, 28-70 f2.8, 85 f1.2, 15mm fisheye f2.8(not an L lens), and I know you'll flame me on this, 17-40 f4.0.
Now don't get me wrong it's a nice lens, and for someone who's on a budget and who wants to get a "L" series this is a great price and a good lens too.The reason I have these lens also is because I have my own studio in Illinois so I need to use these type of lens.Here's a link to my web site.
www.emriksonstudios.com

[Kelly Grannell]

lovwdwalot. No, I'm not going to flame you for that. My response is based on the audience we have here where the general consensus f/5.6 to f/6.4 is still more than acceptable. So f/4 for most of the shooters here are more than fast enough.

I agree, however, when you go pro, you try to have at least f/2.8, but alas there is no walkaround lens that's even f/4 (the closest to it is the 17-40 f/4L and the upcoming 17-55 f/2.8 IS EF-S). Heck, my personal walkaround lens when I travel locally is 70-200 f/2.8L IS, but how many crazy people like us doing that?

[lovwdwalot]

Heck, my personal walkaround lens when I travel locally is 70-200 f/2.8L IS, but how many crazy people like us doing that?[/QUOTE]

LOL, your right about that Kelly when we go to Disney my DW is always telling me we're going on vacation to Disney not working there so keep some of that stuff at home!

[Razor Roman]

can anyone spot me $500?

[makinorlando]

I needed some external storage for my pictures to get them all in one place and off of my three computers. I back all my originals up to CD as well, but I like to have easier to access. Last week I bought 6Gig Gigabank (at Circuit City), which I knew at the time would not hold everything, but it had a $30 rebate - making it $99.00. Today I stopped at Best Buy to see what they had and to just generally kill time (checked to see if they had the wide angle converter for the S2 - they didn't' which I didn't think they would) - I told the sales person what I was looking for and he took me to a '"Western Digital" Passport - External Hard Drive 60 Gig. Regular price $129.99 - instant rebat $79.99..... It plugs into the USB port - no extra power needed (the box says in most cases)..... It's great! This will hold all my pics for a while at least. I think the rebate is on until this weekend.

I bought a mono pod too - still want a tripod, but for somethings I think this will be a good alternative to carry to the parks with me!


I had the Nikon D50 in my hands again........

[MICKEY88]

I needed some external storage for my pictures to get them all in one place and off of my three computers. I back all my originals up to CD as well, but I like to have easier to access. Last week I bought 6Gig Gigabank (at Circuit City), which I knew at the time would not hold everything, but it had a $30 rebate - making it $99.00. Today I stopped at Best Buy to see what they had and to just generally kill time (checked to see if they had the wide angle converter for the S2 - they didn't' which I didn't think they would) - I told the sales person what I was looking for and he took me to a '"Western Digital" Passport - External Hard Drive 60 Gig. Regular price $129.99 - instant rebat $79.99..... It plugs into the USB port - no extra power needed (the box says in most cases)..... It's great! This will hold all my pics for a while at least. I think the rebate is on until this weekend.

I bought a mono pod too - still want a tripod, but for somethings I think this will be a good alternative to carry to the parks with me!


I had the Nikon D50 in my hands again........

when you need more storage let me know I can give you a location to get 250 gig for 89,

also, what type of head does your monopod have..??

I had one that just had the screw on top, then one that had a small tripod head, with lever, I bought a small ball head and it's much easier to use,, I can give you a good lead on an inexpensive ball head also..

[handicap18]

I had the Nikon D50 in my hands again........
:lmao: You are too funny Martha. But hey, each time I go into Best Buy or Circuit City I always check out the other camera's too.

I need to get more storage myself. I realized earlier this week that I'm up over 30GIG on my computer now. Only about 8 gig left of free space. Thats really not very good. Between pictures, music and now video, that stuff takes up about 19 gig of hard drive space. I'm looking into getting a 2.0 USB external hard drive. I did have a 2nd 40 gig hard drive at one time, but had to cut it loose due to some bad sectors that were effecting the way the computer operates.

[AZ JazzyJ]

I was running out of room on my computer and Photoshop was really getting dog slow. I told my wife I thought maybe it was time to get a couple of things and upgrade. Trina gave me the go ahead and I did a little comparison shopping and placed an order. Next thing I know Fed Ex, UPS, DHL, and the post office were at my door and I had this waiting for me.
http://www.jeffdsummers.com/images/computer_parts.jpg
If you are looking for hard disk space try NewEgg or Outpost. I found 320GB SATA II drives for $94 and 400GB drives for $129. Of course I had a lot of explaining to do as to how a couple of things morphed into a pile over four feet high and I still have not come up with a good justification for LED lights that flash to the sounds of iTunes. I tried explaining that they were safety lights for when I work late and don't want to trip in the dark but she didn't buy that. You know, sleeping on the couch is an awful lot like camping without the bugs.

Jeff

[makinorlando]

when you need more storage let me know I can give you a location to get 250 gig for 89,

also, what type of head does your monopod have..??

I had one that just had the screw on top, then one that had a small tripod head, with lever, I bought a small ball head and it's much easier to use,, I can give you a good lead on an inexpensive ball head also..

It has a ball head on it....

Cool - I will keep that in mind for the storage.

:lmao: You are too funny Martha. But hey, each time I go into Best Buy or Circuit City I always check out the other camera's too.


As long as I look and don't get tempted to buy YET. I really want to wait for a few more months. I like that instant click of the shutter when you snap a picture---- sweet!


OKAY - maybe not so good a buy.... oh well....

[StrwLady]

HAHAHA Az are you still married after that "few" thing upgrade? :)

LOL

Take Care
Jamie

[MICKEY88]

It has a ball head on it....

Cool - I will keep that in mind for the storage.




OKAY - maybe not so good a buy.... oh well....

I think Jeffs drives are internal, they are always cheaper than external..

and online is much cheaper than in a local store..

[geetey]

Oh my goodness, Jeff! :lmao: My photoshop is running dog slow too. Which of those items is supposed to help that? Maybe I can get a small pile to show up at my house too! :rotfl: I think a new computer might just be cheaper for me!

I could use some info on a good external hard drive, Mickey88. I am assuming that is a good option for backing up an entire hard drive, as well as a place to store my photo files?

[makinorlando]

I think Jeffs drives are internal, they are always cheaper than external..

and online is much cheaper than in a local store..

I thought that I recognized some of them as internal. I know that online is cheaper, but sometimes I need immediate gratification when I am shopping!!! You don't know how hard it was when I ordered my camera to wait 2 days for it!!! I paid extra to have it overnighted... when 2nd day air was FREE!

I have been working on this project to get my pics off my computers, and organized for a while now. I have two home computers and a business laptop that all had pics downloaded, so I needed to consolidate into one place that I can utilize on all!!! I just wanted it DONE! Sometimes I get overwhelmed on line as well - there is just too much stuff!!!

[jann1033]

I was running out of room on my computer and Photoshop was really getting dog slow. I told my wife I thought maybe it was time to get a couple of things and upgrade. Trina gave me the go ahead and I did a little comparison shopping and placed an order. Next thing I know Fed Ex, UPS, DHL, and the post office were at my door and I had this waiting for me.
http://www.jeffdsummers.com/images/computer_parts.jpg
If you are looking for hard disk space try NewEgg or Outpost. I found 320GB SATA II drives for $94 and 400GB drives for $129. Of course I had a lot of explaining to do as to how a couple of things morphed into a pile over four feet high and I still have not come up with a good justification for LED lights that flash to the sounds of iTunes. I tried explaining that they were safety lights for when I work late and don't want to trip in the dark but she didn't buy that. You know, sleeping on the couch is an awful lot like camping without the bugs.

Jeff

:rotfl: :rotfl: i know how you must feel though...when ups guy knows me by sight, i've bought toooo much :rotfl: so i switched to little things,like filters, off ebay...ssshhhhh :blush:

[amid chaos]

You know, sleeping on the couch is an awful lot like camping without the bugs.

But at least you get to sleep next to your new toys!!! :cool1:

[handicap18]

Than an external 2.0 USB hard drive is perfect for you. Keep the pics on the external drive. (as well as backed up on cd/dvd) and you can use the external drive on any computer at any time. 2.0 USB drives rock. I have 5 on my computer now as well as a 4 port hub that sits on the desk.

[AZ JazzyJ]

But at least you get to sleep next to your new toys!!!

And I don't have to worry about being afraid of the dark because I always have that blue night light glowing in the corner.

I do have to admit the lights are a little bright. I didn't realize that until I turned it on and got a call from the neighbor across the street wanting to know if everything was ok because he saw a blue flash coming from our living room.


Jeff

[AZ JazzyJ]

I think Jeffs drives are internal, they are always cheaper than external..

and online is much cheaper than in a local store..

The drives quoted were internal but I also purchased an external exclosure for $35 that would do USB 2.0 and eSATA so as I find higher capacity drives at at killer deal I can swap them to the enclosure for instant capacity. But then I am kind of a geeky dude so not everyone likes to build their own drives.

And in case anyone is interested, there is a 4GB memory limit for Windows XP Pro (including the paging file) and there is a 2 terabyte limit on a single hard drive array so there are limits to the madness.

Jeff

[Anewman]

I think Jeffs drives are internal, they are always cheaper than external..

and online is much cheaper than in a local store..

Unless you live near a Frys.

http://latimes.p2ionline.com/shoppingchannel/data/images/1548307_3923396.jpg

They run ads like this in the LAtime every WED. FRI. SAT. SUN. MON

[geetey]

:confused: Is there a computer board on the DIS? I can't figure this info out. :scratchin Well, except that Frye's has some awesome deals and we need a location in St Louis!

[fitzperry]

Unless you live near a Frys.

Fry's to my dh is like WDW to the rest of us. :teeth:

[AZ JazzyJ]

The Tech board is your best bet for computer questions. Frys Electronics has an online store as well. It is outpost.com.

Jeff

[makinorlando]

Cool - thanks for the link Jeff!

I don't have anybody to get mad at me if I order all kinds "toys"... except DD and the cats and dogs when I can't afford to buy them food!

[geetey]

Thanks, Jeff! I figured the Tech board was for questions about technical difficulties with the boards, not necessarily computer questions. :)

[JR6ooo4]

Oh my goodness, Jeff! :lmao: My photoshop is running dog slow too. Which of those items is supposed to help that? Maybe I can get a small pile to show up at my house too! :rotfl: I think a new computer might just be cheaper for me!

I could use some info on a good external hard drive, Mickey88. I am assuming that is a good option for backing up an entire hard drive, as well as a place to store my photo files?

More memory is good. then check the video card for speed and its own memory size. Then the hard drive speed. Dual hard drives is good. Windowas runs on one and PS on another. Then check the proces. Of course you can change that order.
Pasmark has a demo test you can run for benchmarking your system before and after any upgrades.
http://www.passmark.com/products/index.htm

Mikeeee

[geetey]

Thanks for the info, Mikeeee, and taking the time to post, but.... shouldn't you be packing?? ;) Enjoy your trip and bring back lots of pictures!!

[makinorlando]

OT: HAPPY DISNEY BIRTHDAY MIKEEEE! I hope you have a great time! Stop by Kona Saturday morning around 10:30 - DD and I will be there for breakfast - :teeth:

[JR6ooo4]

Thanks for the info, Mikeeee, and taking the time to post, but.... shouldn't you be packing?? ;) Enjoy your trip and bring back lots of pictures!!

Done!
Except the pillows. Nothing like sleeping on your own pillow. And mine is only an $8 pillow so If needed I can leave it behind for more room to bring souveniers home.

mikeeee

[JR6ooo4]

OT: HAPPY DISNEY BIRTHDAY MIKEEEE! I hope you have a great time! Stop by Kona Saturday morning around 10:30 - DD and I will be there for breakfast - :teeth:

Awesome!!! I think that is my first Disboard Birthday greeting. THanks!

And thanks for the invite, but I think saturday morning we are going on the AK safari, behind the scenes dealy. Luao on sunday evening, Keys to the kingdom tour friday morning, no cameras allowed on the keys tour now.

Mikeeee

[aliwolly]

Was surfing online this AM on the Circuit City site and saw a 250 gb Western Digital My Book (external HD) on sale for $59 - a "web only" special that had $90 instant savings and $50 in rebates. Tried to buy it online but there was no option - only said "purchase in-store". So... I went to the local CC and there was my HD, only it was $40 more expensive in the store. I grabbed it and took it up to the customer service desk where they sold it to me for the online price - no problem. I'm filling out the rebate forms now and putting them in the mail tomorrow. I'm also in the process of copying all of my pics over to it. I've already got them backed up on DVD and on my Phanfare (http://aliwolly.phanfare.com) account (stores full sized originals online) so I'm thinking that I'm going to work exclusively off the new external HD for my pics and music (which is all backed up on my iPod).

I just thought it was such a great deal that I had to share. Here's the link! (http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Western-Digital-External-Hard-Drive-WDG1U2500N-/sem/rpsm/oid/145402/catOid/-12973/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do)

[Judge Fudge]

Not a bad deal. I back up to DVD's for my pictures and stuff but that's a good price for this drive. Then again I have extra drives and just need an external case for it...decisions decisions. ;-)

[JR6ooo4]

I also use an external for backup, but at work. I have a script scheduled to run early morning and 1/2 hour before quitting time.

Mikeeee

[handicap18]

I just got a 200 GIG internal HD online for $49.99 with free shipping. Hopefully will be getting it in a few days. My 40GIG HD is currently to close to capacity than I'd like. I'm currently taking up almost 20 GIG with photos music and video.

I may get another one of those internal 200 gig's and then get the stuff to convert it to an external USB 2.0. One of the guys at work does that often and I believe it isn't very expensive for the equipment. I also thought I read here that someone does that.

[Charade]

I remember back in the old days...

I bought a 200 MEGAbyte hard drive for just a little over $200. Back then, "a buck a MEG" was a great deal. Now we've got deals that are "24 cents a GIG"!

So in yesterdays prices that 250 GIG drive would cost $833,333 (and change).

[RadioNate]

bump for polls -

I got a WD 500Gig external drive for less than $175. I think it was around $160 something after tax.

We have 3. I have a 500 and a 200 gig on my Mac for video editing.

We just enclosed the old hard drive from DSs computer that crashed and have that hooked up to his new computer via USB and we keep the iTunes library on that.

[jann1033]

bump for polls -

I got a WD 500Gig external drive for less than $175. I think it was around $160 something after tax.

We have 3. I have a 500 and a 200 gig on my Mac for video editing.

We just enclosed the old hard drive from DSs computer that crashed and have that hooked up to his new computer via USB and we keep the iTunes library on that.

so basically the only difference in the external is it has a case? and mind saying where you got the 49/free shipping one( or pm , which ever). the other seems like a good deal but i am still waiting for a rebate from one deal i got in May :rolleyes: and that just annoys me
edited cause
sorry that was handicap18 who got the 49 deal so maybe he can say where :teeth:

[Dan Murphy]

Just an FYI........

http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=202743519&adid=17654&dcaid=17654

Kingston, name brand. Not high speed. Good price, IMO.

[Jeninpa]

Sold out. Thanks anyway!

[sphmaz]

It's not sold out! :) I just bought one. Go try again....hurry! ;)


PS - thanks for the link!

[Jeninpa]

It's not sold out! :) I just bought one. Go try again....hurry! ;)


PS - thanks for the link!


It was out of stock last night,lol. Thanks!

[jtimmons]

Thought some of you all might like this deal....

http://www.thetechgeek.com/content/product.php?pid=9368&cid=

[Groucho]

That looks like a generic version of Clamperpod's PocketPod (http://www.clamperpod.com/PocketPod.html) (which is $9 shipped at the moment.) I thought about getting one but I'm holding out for a mini tripod with a little more height since I need to be able to use the viewfinder. This would probably work well for a point-n-shoot, where one can use the LCD screen to aim the camera.

[jtimmons]

Personally, I bought a tripod that goes from about 18 inches to 5 1/2 feet tall and only weighs a few pounds. I got it from amazon for 14.99 with free shipping.

[Groucho]

I already have one like that (Slik U5500) but it's a bit bulky to set up on a tabletop. :) I thought about one of those Velbon Maxi's that get great reviews, but the cheap Slik should do OK for a while longer.

[hegs65]

out there? Also, I was looking to purchase elements 4 but just saw that elements 5 is out. I am totally new to this and would appreciate any advice on which to purchase. Anyone know what upgrades are on elements 5? So many ?'s... Also, thanks everyone for all the great advice. I just LOVE this board!

[jann1033]

i pmed you

[LoraJ]

Is it worth it to upgrade from 4 to 5?

I recently fell in love with this program. I love how I can have it re-size my photos in one shot and in about two minutes create a website for them. Used to take me hours to do it all manually.

[hegs65]

Jann1033 and LoraJ, thanks for the info. I just found an online course for elements 4 through our local rec dept that I think I am going to take. They don't offer one on elements 5 yet so I think I will start with 4 and go from there.

[Miss Kelly]

Of course I just bought my Canon Rebel XT :sad2:

Anyways, check it out - http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?t=351582

[Caitsmama]

:) Anyone know of any sales? I need a couple more for my H5, leaving in 2 weeks!
TIA!

[robertchance]

Try Walmart, i have seen pretty reasonable prices there,, Staples has good prices in this area also

[Terk-1]

Saw some on sale at Circuit City. Also, our local BJ's had some. I actually found that my full-sized memory stick pros hold more pictures than the duo for some reason. My 2GB memory stick pros hold 810 pictures in Fine mode. I tried a friend's 2gb memory stick duo pro and it only held about 780 pictures

[KarenAylwood]

I didn't buy the Sony brand for my H5- just the SanDisk brand. There are some awesome deals come Black Friday at Office Max but sorry that doesn't help you much.

Just wanted to make sure you knew that you didn't need to get the Sony brand- others are much usually cheaper and go on sale more often ;)

[Groucho]

I bought a SanDisk 2gb Pro Duo for the wife's PSP a couple weeks ago, and the best price I could find at the time was $59 (with shipping) from NewEgg (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820191430).

It stung after paying $20 for a high-speed 2gb SD card, but what can ya do?

[Anewman]

Frys.com(no longer OUTPOST), always has decent prices.

I did a search for stick duo, and a Sony branded 4gb came up for $84.

[First-timer]

i went to circut city last night and bought a 512 mb ultra sandisk card for 59.99 with a 50.00 mail in rebate.... so i end up paying 9.99 for it. just thought id let everyone know..... good till sat. not sure if its everywhere but im in ohio vicki

[Pea-n-Me]

I know one is a newer model with higher MP, but otherwise is there much difference [realistically] between these two cameras?

Amazon has the S3 for $305.94 after rebate and the S2 $279.94 - both w/ free shipping:

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Powershot-S2-Digital-Stabilized/dp/B0009GZSSO/sr=1-2/qid=1163524913/ref=pd_bbs_2/102-6405264-7804143?ie=UTF8&s=photo

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-Image-Stabilized-Zoom/dp/B000EMWBV0/sr=1-1/qid=1163524913/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1/102-6405264-7804143?ie=UTF8&s=photo

[Pea-n-Me]

OK, the answer I was looking for was in the S3 product description:

Successor to the popular PowerShot S2 IS, the latest addition to the PowerShot S-series incorporates a 6.0-megapixel CCD sensor, Canon's renowned optical Image Stabilizer technology, and video functionality rivalling that of dedicated digital video camcorders. Sporting a striking new finish in gunmetal grey, the compact PowerShot S3 IS answers the demands of advanced photographers with several improvements over its predecessor, including an increased sensitivity range of ISO 80 to ISO 800, a larger 2.0-inch vari-angle LCD screen, widescreen (16:9) recording, new movie features, and an additional Sports mode.
Definitely worth the $25 difference in price, I'm sure. Opinions, anyone? I know both of these cameras are very popular here.

[jacksonsmom]

I am in the market for a new camera also.
I have been thinking of the S3, anyway I went to check out the links you sent. It looks like to get the rebate for the S3 you have to purchase a printer AND the camera.
Just thought I would let you know.

[Pea-n-Me]

to get the rebate for the S3 you have to purchase a printer AND the camera.
I just called Amazon.com to verify you do not need to buy the printer with the camera in order to get the rebate.

[jacksonsmom]

I just called Amazon.com to verify you do not need to buy the printer with the camera in order to get the rebate.

Really? Wow! That is a really nice price for a S3 then, especially with the free shipping.

I would be a little leary of the rebate though, even if the customer care person says you didn't need to purchase a photo printer. Here is a copy of the mail in rebate for the $50.00.
I bolded where it says both are needed.

How the offer works:
1. Purchase a new Canon PIXMA iP4300, iP6310D, iP6700D, iP90, mini260, MP160, MP460, MP510, MP530, MP600,
MP810, MP830, MP960 Photo Printer or All-In-One or SELPHY DS810 Photo Printer and ANY Canon PowerShot Digital
Camera at Amazon.com between November 14, 2006 and November 27, 2006.
2. Completely fill out all of the information requested on this claim form.
3. Cut out the original “Proof of Purchase” 12-digit UPC barcode from the Canon Photo Printer or All-In-One box AND the
original “Proof of Purchase” 12-digit UPC barcode cut from the Canon PowerShot Digital Camera box (see sample below).
4. Attach a legible copy of your sales receipt showing the Canon Photo Printer or All-In-One purchased together with the
Canon PowerShot Digital Camera with the date of purchase and the purchase prices.
5. Circle the qualifying purchases on the receipt.
6. Make copies of all required documentation for your records.
7. Mail the completed rebate claim form, original “Proof of Purchase” 12-digit UPC barcode cut from the Canon Photo
Printer or All-In-One and PowerShot Digital Camera box, and a legible copy of your Amazon.com sales receipt to the
address below:

[Jeanne B]

For just an extra $25 definitely go for the S3. When the S3 first came out the price difference between the two was in the $100-150 range. I have the S3 myself and if you plan to use it at all for taking movies it's got the movie button right on the camera body, just one press of the button and you're taping. I've used it several times and it's real handy and this is in addition to the features you already mentioned.

[Pea-n-Me]

Jacksonsmom, my ISP is in the midst of a changeover, so we are having some technical difficulties here and therefore the rebate window is coming up blank for me and I cannot view it myself.

However, I called Amazon a second time [after your post] and once again they adamantly assured me you do not have to buy the printer to get the $50 rebate. I'm sure I was (unintentionally) driving them :crazy: about it so they made a note on my account that I would be absolutely assured of getting the $50 should I decide to buy this camera. If you're interested in buying it maybe call and see what they say to you.

ETA: Problem resolved, I can see the screen. Agree it does appear to say offer is on printer and camera. Nonetheless, Amazon customer service support is saying not so. I suppose if you want to buy the S3, now is the time to act, but I'd advise calling first. ;)

Jeanne, thank you for the information.

[jacksonsmom]

ETA: Problem resolved, I can see the screen. Agree it does appear to say offer is on printer and camera. Nonetheless, Amazon customer service support is saying not so. I suppose if you want to buy the S3, now is the time to act, but I'd advise calling first. ;)

Jeanne, thank you for the information.

Well, even without the $50 rebate it isn't a 'bad' deal. I have read so many good things about the camera.

I used to process rebates and I know how strict rebate companies are with following the 'rules' so even though Amazon says you don't have to I would not be surprised if the rebate is still denied. You would not believe how many people would say "but the company said I could still get the rebate" :crazy:

But if you are going to get the camera any way, You sure can not beat the free shipping!
I think this will be my Christmas present ;)
This is the best price I have found for the S3 even without the rebate.

[Greg K.]

Might that dramatic price drop indicate the S4 is coming soon? Maybe (as some have predicted) in February or the spring? :confused3 Just wondering. I have no way of knowing. But those are awfully good prices.

[Pea-n-Me]

Just wanted to post that Amazon was great to deal with and made good on the notation they put on my account, refunding me the $50 on the S3, so I did in fact get it for $305.94. :woohoo:

I know at least one person who frequents the Budget Board picked up the S2.

Was anyone else able to take advantage of this nice deal?

[Dan Murphy]

:wave:


It seems the rebate is gone now. I have the S2, it is great. S3 should be a good one too. Enjoy.

[Pea-n-Me]

:wave2: Thanks, Dan!

[ndelaware]

Amazon is selling the Canon #200EG camera backback for $31.94 and free shipping.

Edit: I see the price has gone up to $39 as of today, 12/04.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00009R6TA/ref=pd_cp_p_title/103-1263468-6173457

http://ec2.images-amazon.com/images/P/B00009R6TA.01._SS500_SCMZZZZZZZ_V1056806487_.jpg http://g-ec2.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/ciu/c8/91/a0da92c008a0101776650010.L.jpg http://g-ec2.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/ciu/c9/4c/991c7220eca0e90d44e96010.L.jpghttp://g-ec2.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/ciu/a5/f5/c33f4310fca024645d701010.L.jpg

[jann1033]

wow great deal, i have this as well and it fits tons of "stuff"

[Master Mason]

Here is a pretty good deal on the full photoshop suite if you have a connection with someone still in school.

Adobe Creative Suite 2.3
Adobe Creative Suite 2 Premium software is a unified design
environment that combines full new versions of Adobe Photoshop
CS2, Illustrator CS2, InDesign CS2, GoLive CS2, and Acrobat 8.0
Professional software with new Version Cue CS2, Adobe Bridge, and
Adobe Stock Photos. Also includes Dreamweaver 8 -- the #1 Web
Development Tool!

SRP:$1,199.00 - Our Price: $379.85

At campustech.com

I am not affiliated with this company in anyway... just got sent an email as I had purchased from them in the past.

[mcgrawfan]

I am hoping to get a Canon S3 before our trip. Where is a good place to get a good deal on a memory card and rechargable batteries? I saw a mem card on buy.com for around $22 it was 1g and was Kingston brand.

[Jeanne B]

Staples is selling the SanDisk Ultra II 2GB for $39.98 after instant savings, you should be able to get it in the store at this price also. If you sign up for Staples Rewards (free) you get free shipping also.

http://www.staples.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StaplesProductDisplay?prodCatType=1&storeId=10001&catalogId=10051&langId=-1&productId=135380&cmArea=SEARCH

[Jeanne B]

The Kingston 1GB is free after a $45 rebate on buy.com right now. I'm assuming it will be OOS fairly quickly and it's not an Ultra (which is good for the movie mode on the S3) but you can't beat the price as long as you don't mind dealing with rebates. :)

http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=202743519&adid=17070&dcaid=17070&adid=17662

[Dan Murphy]

Keep in mind, if you will be using the video function on the S3 (it is a pretty darn good one for a still camera) (only will record up to 1 gig) be sure to purchase a higher speed card, such as the Ultra II.

[YEKCIM]

http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=202695187&adid=17654&dcaid=17654

http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/samsung/digimax_gx1s-review/

~YEKCIM

[ukcatfan]

Thank you for the info, but I would like to add that the K110D w/kit is available at Buydig right now for $444.59 shipped with a $50 rebate. Also, it is the newer model w/ a better JPG engine. At these prices, anyone serious about photography should have no excuse to not get a DSLR.

Kevin

[Groucho]

This is basically the old Pentax *ist DS - however, it does have one key advantage over the other 6mp Pentax cameras... a bigger buffer. It can do 10-11 JPGs IIRC before filling the buffer, about double that of the *ist DL, K110D, and K100D. If you're not concerned about the image stabilization of the K100D but want more of a buffer, it's still a good choice, especially if you shoot RAW (which takes the JPG engine out of the equation.)

[hncg57c]

I have read a lot of posts on here recommending the Canon S3 IS digital camera, but feel that it's too much for me to spend on a camera. The main feature I am focusing on is a high optical zoom.

I found that the Kodak z612 is about $250 or less...now my question is, is this a decent price for this type of camera? I know Kodak is coming out with a new version, so this is probably why the price has dropped for the z612. Should I get it now or will the price drop lower when the z712 comes out in April?

Or are there any other high zoom cameras that you can suggest for less than $250?

[YEKCIM]

Here are a couple of "tools" that might assist in your research:

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare.asp

http://www.steves-digicams.com/best_cameras.html

You say you are looking for a "high optical zoom", which I take to mean a zoom with an extended range...something in the 7X-10X range. If that is true, your price constraints are going to limit your choices quite a bit, but maybe that is a good thing, as you won't have so many models to decide between.

~YEKCIM

[ukcatfan]

Have you checked out the S2 IS? There should still be some of them floating around and they should be closer to the $250 you are considering for the Kodak.

Kevin

[jann1033]

particularly look for the ability to take rapid consecutive shots...daughter just won a kodak z710 at work and it take 5.5 seconds to take another shot:scared1: other than that the lags aren't bad. hers doesn't have IS either but don't know it the z6s do( guessing the z6s are older models than the z7s? her old kodak 4 mp easyshare was truly awful in lower light situations, such as outside under moderate-dense shade, nothing took
oh and i took yekim's link for the camera comparison and said no results...meaning I should stop being so picky ;):)

just saw the 6xx/7xx = megapixels not when they were released.

[is_it_oct_yet?]

i have recently purchased the z612 and i absolutely love it. the lag time is not bad, i cant say exactly how long it takes though. it has an awesome busrt mode that allows you to take 8 consecutive shots of an action. great for rides i hope, my sledding photos came out great though, it was like a slow motion movie!! One thing to remember is that is does take a rechargable battery, and that is the main thing i am worried about for my trip. i am afraid my battery is going to die and dh willl have to go back to resort to charge. (i have 3 right now though) also check best buy, the were running it on sale 2 weeks ago for 229.00. any questions, i will try and help u the best i can.

[Jeanne B]

One thing to remember is that is does take a rechargable battery, and that is the main thing i am worried about for my trip. i am afraid my battery is going to die and dh willl have to go back to resort to charge. (i have 3 right now though) also check best buy, the were running it on sale 2 weeks ago for 229.00. any questions, i will try and help u the best i can.

That's exactly what happened to me at the tail end of our cruise with my Kodak DX6490 a couple years ago. I now own Canons and I love them for the fact that they take AA's and I always hated having to use a docking station to charge my Kodak battery, one more thing to lug around. In an emergency, unless you're in the middle of nowhere, it's always easy to find alkaline batteries.

[hncg57c]

Thanks for all your help. I will look into the Canon S2 IS. As for the Kodak one I was looking at, I wish they could use AA batteries, since they are easier to find almost anywhere.

[cobbler]

You can put AA's in your Kodak. The rechargable battery is nothing more than 2 AA's put together. So you can get 2 Lithium AA's or NiMh AA's and it works just fine.

I have a Z612 and love the zoom.

[cobbler]

PS, check out www.buydig.com I used them to buy my camera. Really fast. I ordered on Wednesday and it was at my door on Friday. Currently running $210.00 right now. They also have kits that include things like 2G cards, cases, card readers and so on.

[fitzperry]

Photography Monthly is giving away a free Gorillapod SLR with each new subscription paid with UK Direct Debit (though I don't know exactly what that is, I doubt that it ruins the deal ;) ).

http://www.photographymonthly.com/Editorial.aspx?brand=PhotoOnline&category=News&story=SPED15+Feb+2007+11%3a39%3a09%3a337&page=1047

Cost is 39 pounds for 12 issues. No free gift for overseas subscriptions though :sad1: . I've been buying this magazine more frequently lately. I should just pony up the dough and get a subscription even without the Gorillapod.

[allie5]

Thanks for the heads up on this! This isnt a magazine Ive come across before, but its basically "free" if you factor in the Gorilla Pod gift, so I think I might take the plunge!

[fuse04]

Would like to know if anyone takes this up because I am sure (but happy to be wrong) that the offer is published in the latest edition of the mag but has * against the offer. when you read down the page it states you have to subscribe for two years @ £39 a year for the free gorilla pod. However the link does not seem do indicate this in anyway :confused3

[fitzperry]

Would like to know if anyone takes this up because I am sure (but happy to be wrong) that the offer is published in the latest edition of the mag but has * against the offer. when you read down the page it states you have to subscribe for two years @ £39 a year for the free gorilla pod. However the link does not seem do indicate this in anyway :confused3

You're correct--my copy of the mag requires a 2 year subscription (at a total of 75 pounds) to get the Gorillapod, but I don't see that on the website. Still a good deal, but if you can get the pod with the one year subscription, you're basically getting one of them for free.

[YEKCIM]

http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=202743332&adid=17070&dcaid=17070

~YEKCIM

[Tink10]

For anyone who may be interested in the Rebel XTi, I just picked up the kit (w 18-55 lens) for $698 shipped. There is a 20% off coupon that is only good on the kit that expires tonight.

The body only is on sale for $679.

I Hope This Can Help Someone :)

[ukcatfan]

I am not interested, but I do not see where you said where. With a coupon, my guess is Dell.

Kevin

[Tink10]

Yes, it is at Dell (sorry, I should've posted that - typical Monday morning :crazy: )

Thanks Kevin :)

[jann1033]

nice deal...

[Groucho]

The only downside is that Dell doesn't exactly have a sterling reputation as a place to buy this kind of thing... but if you can get it for 20% off $700, that's probably about as cheap as you'll find it.

[bnhasak]

Would you get the warranty if buying through Dell, or not? I am thinking of buying the S3 from Dell for 298$.

Thanks,
Nicole

[polkadotladybug]

A friend likes my photos and is interested in getting a Canon s3 as well - she just sent me this link - the price looks great - is this price/place too good to be true?


http://www.goodguysphoto.com/store/p/63-Canon-PowerShot-S3-IS-6-0-Megapixel-12x-Optical-4x-Digital-Zoom-Digital-Camera.aspx

I did notice the prices of stuff like memory cards, cases, batteries were super high - but this price - for just the camera - is great!

If not - any places you recommend??

[LPZ_Stitch!]

I'd be hesitant to order from an online retailer that I couldn't find on ResellerRatings.com ... a lot of these places are real rip-offs.

What these scam-sellers do is take your order over the phone/Internet, and then call you back and high-pressure-sell you on accessories you don't need (or that should already be included in the package), and if you won't buy the high-priced extras, they'll just cancel your order and hang up on you.

Sometimes, they're selling "grey market" equipment that doesn't have a warranty, too.

I've got no proof that these guys aren't legit, but since you mentioned the high prices of other items and a low price on the camera some alarm bells are going off in my head.

They've got a pretty web site with lots of "100% guarantees" thrown around, but building a web site is really easy. Also, on their website, this doesn't look too good:

# For your protection and due to frequent changing in availability, all orders that are submitted to us through our website are subjected to a thorough verification procedure before shipping. This process includes contacting you via telephone or email to verify your order and delivery information. Please be sure to include a phone number and email address so that we can contact you if necessary. After an order is fully confirmed by phone or via internet, canceling the order may not be possible and is subject to 15% processing fee.

[fitzperry]

This is what Reseller Ratings has to say about "goodguys.com", which I assume is the same place, although strangely, if I click on the link on the RR page, it takes me to CompUSA. :confused3 Anyway, based on that rating, I wouldn't buy from them.

http://www.resellerratings.com/store/Goodguys

[LPZ_Stitch!]

BuyDig's got the S3 for $283.49 and BeachCamera has it for $284.69 ... both are far more reputable retailers. Many DISers have bought from them (not me, though, so this isn't 1st hand experience talking! :) )

S3 at BuyDig (http://www.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?sku=CNPSS3)

S3 at BeachCamera (http://www.beachcamera.com/shop/product.aspx?sku=CNPSS3)

The difference is only $30 (and only a dollar between them), and I doubt you'd actually get away with that price from the "Good Guys" after the "verification" call.

[Anewman]

BuyDig's got the S3 for $283.49 and BeachCamera has it for $284.69 ... both are far more reputable retailers. Many DISers have bought from them (not me, though, so this isn't 1st hand experience talking! :) )

S3 at BuyDig (http://www.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?sku=CNPSS3)

S3 at BeachCamera (http://www.beachcamera.com/shop/product.aspx?sku=CNPSS3)

The difference is only $30 (and only a dollar between them), and I doubt you'd actually get away with that price from the "Good Guys" after the "verification" call.

And lets not forget that buydig/Beachcamera do not charge sales tax and they give free shipping on most items. So even if they honored that price, one might actually pay more @ goodguysphoto.

[WebmasterCricket]

http://dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.2332

Gorillapod "type" for $6.56 shipped?

Does anyone have this exact one?

[tinksdad]

Looks like a decent deal. The real question is will it hold the camera you'll be putting on it? There is no details on that........

[WebmasterCricket]

The comments/questions say it's like the P&S version, so no. :(

[Anewman]

I know DealExtreme sells a larger version for about 13 bucks, IMO it would be a better purchase.

[Dan Murphy]

At Buydig (always has good reviews here and my one purchase from there was great too)............



http://www.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?omid=108&ref=cnet&utm_source=Cnet&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=CNPSS5&sku=CNPSS5



Others here.....


http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-cameras/canon-powershot-s5-is/4014-6501_7-32441341.html?tag=sub

[MarkBarbieri]

Technically, there is no tax only if you don't live in NJ. Even if you don't live in NJ, you are still supposed to pay your state's sales/use tax (if it has one), but the merchant doesn't have to collect it.

[Dan Murphy]

That is true. Always reconcile on 4/15 with your respective states.

[TwingleMum]

What is the consensus S5 vs S3? Stay with S3 or go for S5??

[LPZ_Stitch!]

What is the consensus S5 vs S3? Stay with S3 or go for S5??

Personally, I'd only upgrade from an S3 to and S5 if I *needed* one of the S5's major features (flash hotshoe, 4G video limit, or bigger LCD). Otherwise, the difference between the two cameras isn't really worth the upgrade.

[TwingleMum]

Personally, I'd only upgrade from an S3 to and S5 if I *needed* one of the S5's major features (flash hotshoe, 4G video limit, or bigger LCD). Otherwise, the difference between the two cameras isn't really worth the upgrade.

Thank you I'm thinking of the S3 but I was afraid that the S5 was significantly better. That doesn't appear to be the case so I'll probably stay with the S3.

[YEKCIM]

$18, free shipping, no rebates involved, from Buy.com. (http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=202743332&adid=17653&dcaid=17653)

~YEKCIM

[Tuffcookie]

Thanks! I thought I got a good deal when I bought mine at BestBuy Saturday for $25.00.
For $18 I will have to order a couple more!:)

TC:cool1:

[madge]

$18, free shipping, no rebates involved, from Buy.com. (http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=202743332&adid=17653&dcaid=17653)

~YEKCIM

even cheaper with the Google checkout! cool! :cool1:

[Tuffcookie]

Thanks! I thought I got a good deal when I bought mine at BestBuy Saturday for $25.00. I ordered 2 more and since I was a new customer they gave me $10 off my first order. My grand total for 2 2 GB SD cards was $25.90!!!:banana:

Isn't DS going to be pleased?????:rotfl:

TC:cool1:

[madge]

I'm at the point now where I'm not sure I'm going to need my laptop (for this trip) to dump pictures. I've got a 1G card, a 512 card, and 2G cards. I'll probably use one of the 2G cards for video, though... so I should take the laptop, I guess. Better safe than sorry ;)

[WebmasterCricket]

$146.83 & free shipping (preorder).

Not sure if it's a deal or not, just found it on slickdeals.com and figured I'd post it in case you could use it.

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-EF-S-18-55mm-3-5-5-6-Lens/dp/B000V5K3FG?tag=slickdeals

[YEKCIM]

http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=202743332&adid=17653&dcaid=17653

[Jeanne B]

And with google checkout it's just 95 cents!! (first time customers only, if you've used google checkout before you just need to set up a new email address)

[rtphokie]

today only at http://www.woot.com

[orchjoe]

Great tip.. thanks

[georgemoe]

Got 3. I can't believe these were still available tonight.

[Groucho]

A good deal but not that unusual nowadays. Today, NewEgg had an 8 gig class 6 SD card for $35 shipped, and a few days ago, they had another 8 gig class 6 for $33 shipped. That's cheaper per gig than the Woot one, which is also slower (class 4). The only problem is if your camera won't take SDHC cards!

[Jeanne B]

A good deal but not that unusual nowadays.

Memory is definitely cheap these days, especially when you keep an eye out for online deals. I got one of the Kingston 2GB's on buy.com a week or so back for 95 cents shipped (with google checkout). I really don't need more memory but for 95 cents I decided it wouldn't hurt to have another one.:)

[netposer]

today only at http://www.woot.com

Woot is a one day only deal website. Once they sell out that's it until the next day. So clicking that link the next day you'll probably see a Roomba!

Sometimes they have "woot offs" where they sell multiple products--one after another.

[scottie]

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[georgemoe]

A good deal but not that unusual nowadays. Today, NewEgg had an 8 gig class 6 SD card for $35 shipped, and a few days ago, they had another 8 gig class 6 for $33 shipped. That's cheaper per gig than the Woot one, which is also slower (class 4). The only problem is if your camera won't take SDHC cards!

Good point on $/GB. Even if my PS could take a larger card, I'm not sure I'd want anything more than 2GB. I'd rather have 2 2GB than 1 4GB. Now if I was eating it up with video, that's a different story. ;) BTW, love the av Groucho.

[Groucho]

BTW, love the av Groucho.
Thanks! :thumbsup2

I once shot an elephant in my pajamas...

[Disney*Dreamer]

Not sure how reputable this site is, but a friend sent this to me this morning. Aparetnly the sell is going on untill midnight, and the shipping is $5.99. Thought I would pass it on in case anyone is interested.

http://www.1saleaday.com/

[dr_zero]

Not a bad deal I just dont like those adapter ones, I looked at woot since they had these the other day and found this side deal.
OCZ 4GB Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card - Class 6 (OCZSDHC6-4GB)
OCZ Technology
OCZ 4GB Secure Digital High Capacity $0.00

http://www.ecost.com/detail.aspx?edp=40940777&navid=155441524

Special Price: $12.00
Availability: In Stock
Ecost Part #: 40940777
Manufacturer: OCZ Technology
Mfg Part #: OCZSDHC6-4GB
Rebate(s): $12.00 (You Save 100.00%)
Your Price: $0.00

[MarkBarbieri]

When we see discounts or promo codes, should we create a thread for those? Or would it be better to have them all in one thread?

Either way, I'll start out with an MPix promo code that Scott Kelby posted on his blog (http://www.scottkelby.com/blog/2010/archives/12720). The promo code is PSW15 and it is good for 15% off of all prints.

[Poohbear5]

Blurb currently has an upgrade for free premium paper. Code is PREMIUM.

[foolishmortal]

When we see discounts or promo codes, should we create a thread for those? Or would it be better to have them all in one thread?

Either way, I'll start out with an MPix promo code that Scott Kelby posted on his blog (http://www.scottkelby.com/blog/2010/archives/12720). The promo code is PSW15 and it is good for 15% off of all prints.

i wonder if this could be coupled with their free shipping code going on right now too?????

[Pugrpooh]

Good idea for a thread!:thumbsup2

I got an email from blurb today. If you buy two of the same books by Sept. 30, you can save 20%. Coupon code is PERCENTOFF.

[NateNLogansDad]

My wife came across this. We've never used them but in case anyone wants to try.........





Winkflash is offering their 8×10 Photo Canvas for only $6.99 shipped right now. Here’s how to get it:

::Go to Winkflash and choose the 8×10 Gallery-Wrapped Photo Canvas for $29.99.

::Create your canvas and go to checkout.

::Use coupon code FREESAMPLE at checkout and that should take off $29.99 and only charge you $6.95 for shipping

[MarkBarbieri]

PhotoVision (http://www.photovisionvideo.com/store/shop.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=PVDM10&Category_Code=PVM) is running a special on their subscriptions. You can get the entire 2010 set of DVD's (12 hours of material) for $39. I've only looked at one disc so far and it is pretty good. I prefer the Kelby Training Videos, but this price makes the PhotoVision stuff a great value. I got the promo code from David Ziser's blog (http://digitalprotalk.blogspot.com/2010/09/photovision-2010-what-deal.html). It's ZISER. It claims to only be for 2010, but they through in the 6 2009 discs for an additional $39 as well.

[ChiSoxKeith]

AmazingPics and BorrowLenses are giving away a $200 BorrowLenses.com gift card.

Details here

http://amazingpics.posterous.com/win-a-200-gift-certificate-with-borrowlenses

Contest ends today.

[WillowBelle]

My wife came across this. We've never used them but in case anyone wants to try.........





Winkflash is offering their 8×10 Photo Canvas for only $6.99 shipped right now. Here’s how to get it:

::Go to Winkflash and choose the 8×10 Gallery-Wrapped Photo Canvas for $29.99.

::Create your canvas and go to checkout.

::Use coupon code FREESAMPLE at checkout and that should take off $29.99 and only charge you $6.95 for shipping

I just used this today! :thumbsup2 Thanks!!!

[ChiSoxKeith]

White House Custom Colors.....

www.whcc.com will give you five 8x10 prints if you sign up for a new account

[Shutterbug]

I know quite a few dont like best buy but I though I would throw this out anyway

Best Buy
No interest on cameras totaling $799 and up

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Misc/No+Interest+Offer/pcmcat205500050014.c?id=pcmcat205500050014

[My2Girls66]

http://www.buy.com/prod/kingston-4gb-class-6-secure-digital-high-capacity-sdhc-flash-card/q/loc/111/204134652.html

[mabas9395]

The full version, not the upgrade for $149 from Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d.html/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/180-3718426-1972858?a=B003739DVY

[Gdad]

Is LR3 a lot better then LR2? I have 2 and never find myself using it much.

[spinetnglr]

Is LR3 a lot better then LR2? I have 2 and never find myself using it much.


Jeff ... there are some really nice upgrades to LR3 over LR2. If you use a watermark for pictures posted online they added an easy way to accomplish that. Another greatly improved feature of LR3 is the ability to handle noise reduction. I thought the NR feature of LR2 was very inadequate but the LR3 NR does a nice job. They also have a publish feature which allows publishing your photos to sites like Smugmug, Flickr, Facebook etc without using a Plugin or exporting first. It takes care of RAW conversion and upload to the site all in one operation.

[WDWFigment]

Is LR3 a lot better then LR2? I have 2 and never find myself using it much.

I tried the beta 2 version, and while it was nice, it wasn't for me. I can accomplish the same basic editing in ACR, and the more advanced editing I do it can't perform. So I'd still be using it and PS for most edits, versus ACR & PS for most edits presently (what I'm saying is that it doesn't save me time or steps in my workflow as someone who uses ACR and PS).

Obviously YMMV, but I'm betting you open PS for a lot of your edits...that will still likely be true.

[Gdad]

Yeah- it looks nice and a good price- but I rarely work with more than a handful of images at a time so it's probably overkill for me.

[MarkBarbieri]

Is LR3 a lot better then LR2? I have 2 and never find myself using it much.

There are lots of incremental improvements, but if you have LR2 and don't use it, I don't think you'll use LR3 anymore. It doesn't really do anything new, it just does existing things better.

I tried the beta 2 version, and while it was nice, it wasn't for me. I can accomplish the same basic editing in ACR, and the more advanced editing I do it can't perform. So I'd still be using it and PS for most edits, versus ACR & PS for most edits presently (what I'm saying is that it doesn't save me time or steps in my workflow as someone who uses ACR and PS).

Obviously YMMV, but I'm betting you open PS for a lot of your edits...that will still likely be true.

LR has 5 modules - Library, Develop, Print, Slideshow, and Web. If you have Photoshop, you have Adobe Camera RAW (ACR) and it works essentially the same as Lightroom.

The reason that I have both is for the Library module. I find the workflow more efficient than using Bridge and ACR. I also rely a lot on the database capabilities. My usage is colored by the fact that I do lots of shoots where I need to go through hundreds of pictures and keep a high percentage of them. If I shot or kept a low percentage, the usefulness would be much less.

As for Print, Slideshow, and Web, I don't use them at all. I use a third party photo hosting site, so Web is useless. I do all of my printing in Photoshop for greater control, soft proofing, and because my printer has a really nice PS plug-in. I use other tools for slideshows that I think work better than LR.

[ssanders79]

Is LR3 a lot better then LR2? I have 2 and never find myself using it much.

It runs a whole lot quicker than LR2. If anything it is worth it for the performance boost.

[ChiSoxKeith]

Bestbuy.com is also offering a copy of Photoshop Elements 9 + Premiere Elements 9 for $79.99 (normally $149.99).

Not sure I need Premiere Elements, but it's a free kicker (Photoshop Elements is normally $99).

[mrcricket]

I just started using LR3 a few months ago. I use the Library and Develop modules a lot. I've done most of my processing directly in LR. When I take things to PS, I have found that the Photoshop integration is nice and immediately saves back into LR, which keeps me organized.

I also do a lot of HDR and the Photomatix plug in save directly back into LR, which again is a time saver from an organizational standpoint.

The other module I use is the printing module. It's much more powerful than photoshops and the prints I get from it versus PS are better IMO.

LR has helped my productivity a lot and is definitely worth the reduced price on Amazon. Get it.

[MarkBarbieri]

Costco.com has a Kodak P880 8MP camera with wide angle lens, battery, charger, and 256MB SD card for $450 plus shipping this week.

Is it a good camera? If so, is that a good deal?

Our current camera with all the fancy settings does not take good low light shots, and I rememebr a previous Kodak digital camera we had that was better at that. Also our current one is slow to focus, so I am hoping to "upgrade" to something less irritating!

Cheers
:tink: Pixie

That seems pricey to me for such an old camera. I'd get something newer and cheaper.

[Dan Murphy]

Costco.com has a Kodak P880 8MP camera with wide angle lens, battery, charger, and 256MB SD card for $450 plus shipping this week.

Is it a good camera? If so, is that a good deal?

Our current camera with all the fancy settings does not take good low light shots, and I rememebr a previous Kodak digital camera we had that was better at that. Also our current one is slow to focus, so I am hoping to "upgrade" to something less irritating!

Cheers
:tink: Pixie

That seems pricey to me for such an old camera. I'd get something newer and cheaper.PD, I would also suggest something with more capacity than the 256MB card. Take a look at something like 8 gig, maybe 16 gig, they are not that costly.

[Gdad]

I'm confused by all the Lightroom threads, so I thought I'd put this out on its own rather than lump it in with one of the others.

If you find Lightroom to be too expensive and only need it infrequently, use the trial trick. I have one license for Lightroom, which allows me to use it on two machines. I use it on two machines at the house, but I also like to have it on a third machine that I use when I travel. For that machine, I just use the 30 day trial. It resets the counter every time they release a new point version (3.0, 3.1, 3.2, etc). That happens surprisingly often, so I rarely have a trip when I can't use a fresh trial.

Hey ya know thats an old post you replied to before.

[rtphokie]

http://www.techbargains.com/news_displayItem.cfm/234164

[Shutterbug]

newegg has photoshop elements for $79.99 then there is a 20 mail in rebate which brings down price to $59.99

[Pugrpooh]

http://www.techbargains.com/news_displayItem.cfm/234164

They're 67% off now through tomorrow (12/17) plus you can get overnight shipping for the same price as standard. I bought 6 photobooks!