Canon PowerShot G2 4MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom
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list price: $699.99
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Quite simply, the Canon PowerShot G2 is an elegant, easy-to-use joy of a digital camera that boasts impressive 4-megapixel resolution, a 3x optical zoom, a bright LCD monitor that swivels off to the side of the camera and tilts up and down as needed, and maximum overall creative control in addition to a fully automatic mode. Of course, none of this comes as much of a surprise to anyone familiar with its popular predecessor, the PowerShot G1. Both of these cameras have features and picture-taking modes similar to Canon's EOS cameras, which means they have what Canon calls a "very camera-like feel." Some of the G2's more obvious improvements over the G1 (besides higher resolution) include a champagne gold finish, larger grip for easier handling, improved image and color quality, new photo-effect shooting mode for various effects, including black-and-white and sepia, and a new high-speed selectable three-point autofocus.

The G2's 4-megapixel CCD captures images at user-selectable resolutions of 2,272 x 1,704, 1,600 x 1,200, 1,024 x 768, and 640 x 480. This range allows for detail-rich 8-by-10-inch prints that match the results of film cameras as well as easy-to-upload images for the Web and e-mail. Choose between three varying degrees of JPEG compression or store images in the 10-bit RAW data file format for faster transfer without any image quality loss. Your computer easily translates the RAW files into TIFF files using Canon's included software.

The telescoping, 3x optical zoom lens (34-102mm equivalent on a 35mm camera) with 3.6x digital zoom, offers both automatic and manual focus control. The improved, high-speed, selectable three-point autofocus system allows flexibility in composition over the single focus point of the G1. A distance scale has been added on the LCD monitor for precision focus adjustment that works best for extreme close-ups. Improved circuitry allows the G2 to perform these advanced functions with faster image capture times and longer battery life than the G1.

Like the G1, the G2 has point-and-shoot settings that take the guesswork out of almost all situations, but the manual controls and creative options are where this camera stands out from the competition. Twelve EOS-style shooting modes allow for a wide range of creative possibilities, with manual focus zoom, adjustable aperture priority at 50, 100, 200, and 400 ISO, selectable shutter speed, and six preset white balances--sunny, cloudy, tungsten, etc. Canon has provided four presets for professional results when shooting for maximum depth of field, portraits, landscapes, and night scenes. Other creative controls include the photo-effect mode that allows four possible variations of the normal color saturation: vivid color, standard color, sepia tones, and standard black-and-white.

Two video formats have also been included, allowing for 30 and 120 seconds of moving images with audio. Slow shutter-speed mode allows extended exposures in low-light situations. Autoexposure bracketing allows you to intentionally over- and underexpose two extra shots to help capture the best picture possible. Five different flash modes, including red-eye reduction, handle after-dark challenges. The TTL hot shoe is fully compatible with all Canon EX-series Speedlite flashes. The included software package goes beyond standard image processing with a remote capture function that allows complete control and manipulation of the camera functions from your computer keyboard. Canon's Stitch Assist program allows you to combine up to four images into one, seamless, panoramic view.

Exterior design features include the highly versatile LCD monitor from the G1 that needs no improvement; its 270-degree rotation allows all angles of image composition from around corners to self-portraits. Changes in ergonomics, as requested by the users of the G1, include a contoured grip for better one-handed shooting and a more streamlined look. Photographers new to the digital market will find the G2 as easy to use as previous PowerShot models, while professionals will be pleased with the improved selection of creative options for capturing the best possible images.

The G2 comes complete with USB port and cable for connection to PC or Macintosh computers; Canon's digital camera software package for downloading, processing, and organizing your images; a NTSC cable for connecting to a television set; a rechargeable BP-511 lithium-ion battery pack and AC adapter for charging the battery in the camera; a generous 32 MB CompactFlash card; infrared remote control; lens cap; and neck strap. The camera weighs about 14.8 ounces, and its dimensions are 4.8(W) by 3.0(H) by 2.5(D) inches. ... Read more

Features

• 3x optical (plus 3.6x digital) zoom lens with autofocus
• Included 32 MB CompactFlash card holds 24 images at default resolution; camera is Microdrive compatible
• Movie mode captures variable amount of video depending upon memory card size
• Uses proprietary lithium-ion rechargeable battery (included); connects with Macs and PCs via USB port
• 4.1 megapixel sensor creates 2,272 x 1,704 images for prints at 8 x 10 and beyond

Reviews (153)

Great all around camera
This was our first digital camera.Very easy to use, useful features, and high quality photos.Definitely a good deal.

great camera, even today
I bought this camera in early 2003 when the camera was to be discontinued and sold around $400. I am mostly a happy user of this camera.

Pros:

1. Excellent lens, very bright (F2.0) which make shooting indoor without flash a possiblity.

2. Good resolution. 4MP is enough even today.

3. Great photography control, more F stops, great range of shutter speed which you won't see in most consumer level digital cameras. This means you can shoot a wide range of objects under many different environment, without compromised quality.

4. Better looking than successors like G3, G5.

Cons:

1. Relatively lousy battery life using the bundled battery

2. Slow startup time. This sometimes becomes intolerable when you want a fast shot.

3. Hard to get CF card out of the camera.

4. ISO 400 speed gives noisy image quality. However this is the issue with most consumer digital cameras.

What we all NEED! Better than it's descendant the G3
I have had this camera for more than a year and I am just now getting to write a review. Which means I have had much time and practice to test this camera.
This camera is very much in the middle and by that I don't mean just ok. It is not to hot and it is not too cold, it is "just right!" It has features and manual controls for those who like to manipulate their shots, but in the same respect if you are used to just snapping a picture with one button and letting the camera do the work, then this camera is for you too! The image quality is great! You can buy accessories and extra lenses for it just like those hot shots with expensive film cameras! I have 3 lenses and two filtering lenses(polarizing and UV filter.) One of my extra lenses is a macro lens which really is wonderful. Which brings me to the point that the camera's macro capabilities are wonderful as is! If you don't know what macro means, I can take a picture of those unsightly pores it gets so close. I have taken some wonderful nature photographs with the macro. I love up-close, detailed pics. This camera has a little bit of everything but not too much it is overwhelming. If you want to use it, it is there and if you don't keep it on automatic! The best part is that there have been two cameras in the "G" line that have been introduced since the G2 but they aren't as good as this one(in my opinion.) So the price has dropped dramatically you can get one for less than 300 if you know where to look.

I just cannot stress enough how much this camera has been in service to me. I never even used a regular film camera before I got this camera because I never had the money to get a really good one. Sure I took the occasional pic with my aunt's point and shoot film camera at Christmas, but that wasn't much fun. When I got this camera I just experimented and took soooooooo many pictures. I am really enjoying photography. I guess the reason I never got interested in photography before was the expense of film and then developing, as well as not being sure the pictures were even any good until you got them back from the drug store. With this camera you just look at the shots and if they stink you delete them and take another shot. No wasted film! IF you don't have a printer at home then you can easily take them to Walgreens or upload them to Walmart's site and get prints from your digi pics. So simple.

I have experimented with many consumer valued digital cameras when I took my photography class last year( which was the reason I bought this camera) and let me tell you, it was the best in the class. We had Kodak and Olympus and so many other brands and they all stunk compared to mine. Olympus C something was pretty comparable but still not as good as my G2. I would recommend this camera to the new aspiring photographer as well as to the family photographer who wants to capture all the good things. I am sure once we become professional photographers we will have a SLR digital camera but for anyone less than a professional who is actually getting paid for their pictures, this is the best quality at the best price. When printed on photo quality paper my digital pictures are as good as if not better than other film photographer's pictures. I have been told my shots are good enough to be in National Geographic! Have fun with this joyful contraption. ... Read more

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Subjects:  1. Digital Camera (Cameras)    2. Photograph (Photography)   

SanDisk 128 MB CompactFlash Card
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Electronics
list price: $59.99
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SanDisk's 128 MB CompactFlash memory card features high storage capacity and runs on many popular digital cameras, hand-held PCs, and other memory-driven products. Thorough testing in SanDisk's assurance lab ensures that its CompactFlash cards are compatible with a wide range of devices. Because the cards are so small, you can keep one in your pocket and never get caught short of memory. ... Read more

Features

• CompactFlash memory card
• 128 MB storage capacity
• For use with digital devices requiring high memory capacity
• Ultrasmall removable data storage system
• Built-in industry-standard compatibility

Reviews (53)

Card went corrupt on our honeymoon
Well, this card was working great until my honeymoon recently.Unfortunately the problem only surfaced when we tried to get the pictures off the card.I was able to download the first 12 or so and then most of the rest of the pictures were corrupt.I haven't had any problems with the camera so it must be the media; very disappointing performance.

perfect
no prob. perfect so far for last 12 month

Storage problem solved!
I own several San Disk compact flash cards. This one
being the lifesaver .....because it will hold many, many
of the highest res images made on the Nikon Coolpix 990.

When traveling I make hundreds of images and am happy
to report-------------------------------------------------------
I have had NO PROBLEMS with SanDisk cards.: ) ... Read more

Asin: B0000488VI
Subjects:  1. Memory Cards, Card    2. SDCFB128455, 128455, SDCFB128    3. Flash Memory (Flashcard, Flashcards)    4. Compactflash (Compact Flash)   

Lowepro Z30 Pouch (Black)
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list price: $10.99 -- our price: $10.94
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The Lowepro Z30 pouch is a go-anywhere bag. It has a front pocket, sidemesh pockets, a belt loop, a quick-release shoulder strap, water-resistant outerfabric, and shock-absorbing closed-cell foam padding for protection. ... Read more

Features

• Quick-release shoulder strap
• Holds small camera
• Expandable front pocket
• Cell foam padding
• Water-resistant outer fabric

Reviews (1)

great product
i bought this exact same pouch for my camera it is light and compact youcan take it anywhere i used it at my hometown fair it was great you won'tbe dissapointed....... ... Read more

Asin: B00004TZDD
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Lowepro D-Res 4 Memory Wallet
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list price: $12.99 -- our price: $12.99
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The D-Res 4 memory wallet has one large, knitted mesh stretch pocket,two small laminated mesh pockets, and a slip-lock belt loop on the back. ... Read more

Features

• Inner dimensions in inches: 2.25 x 0.5 x 4
• Carries camera memory
• Large stretch pocket
• 2 small laminated mesh pockets
• All-weather exterior

Reviews (6)

Perfect fit for Minolta X20
Will fit Minolta X20 and a few memory cards PERFECTLY, but no room for extra batteries.

A Great Case for My iPod
This is a super quality case for the price. It is an almost perfect, although somewhat tight, fit for my iPod. The only problem is that the straight plug makes it impossible to completely zip the case closed while listening. For 1/3 the price of a case made specifically for the iPod it is the best deal going.

Give your accessories a home...
The D-Res 4 can hold enough digital peripherals for a two week overseas trip. My wallets hold a spare set of 4 AA ni-cads, a digital camera remote, and four memory cards in one covenient package.

What I like is that the D-Res 4 Memory Wallet provides modularity: all critical accessories in one place. On longer outings, I use it in conjunction with a small camera bag, with the wallet and camera both tucked into the bag (in addition to lens cloths, filters, etc). On shorter outings I just take the camera and the wallet. Saves on bulk/weight. You can tuck the wallet in your pocket, or loop it on your belt (with its very wide, velcro release loop).

I knew that this was an importance accessory, when I bought a second digital camera and could not do without a second D-Res 4 wallet. Get one for each of your digital cameras. ... Read more

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Canon S900 Photo Inkjet Printer
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Electronics
list price: $249.99
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With a combination of speed, precision, and brilliant color, the Canon S900 brings professional-quality printing to home desktops. Print speeds as low as 37 seconds for a border-free, 4-by-6-inch print and about a minute for an 8-by-10-inch print are suitably impressive, while a system of six ink tanks (one of each is included in the box) allows you to economically replace just the colors you use most, cutting back on both cost and waste.

The bubble-jet-style print head is equipped with 3,072 nozzles, which use Canon's Microfine Droplet technology to guarantee crisp, accurate detail and rich colors. With a resolution of 2,400 x 1,200 dpi and 49 levels of gradation, your photos will come out looking clean, bright, and true to life. The border-free printer settings for 4-by-6-inch stock result in professional-looking, edge-to-edge photos you can be proud of. A large number of paper types and sizes are easily accommodated, including transparencies, fabric transfers, photo cards, banners, envelopes, letter, legal, A4, A5, and more. The S900's paper tray can hold up to 100 sheets of 17-lb. paper.

Installation is easy thanks to a convenient USB port, while a software bundle--including appropriate drivers, a user's guide, PhotoRecord (PC), ImageBrowser (Mac), ZoomBrowser (PC), and PhotoStitch (PC/Mac)--helps you get the most out of your printer. A power cable and sample paper pack is also included. Weighing about 13 pounds, the S900 has a modest footprint, measuring just 17.4 by 12.8 inches. Canon provides a one-year warranty, with Instant Exchange service, covering parts and service. ... Read more

Features

• High-speed, professional-quality six-color photo printing
• Brilliant 4-by-6-inch borderless photos in approximately 37 seconds
• 2,400 x 1,200 dpi resolution for both black and color
• 3,072 nozzles for exceptional speed and quality
• Convenient USB connectivity; PC and Mac compatible

Reviews (61)

Great Prints but problematic print head
The Canon S900 is awesome with color photo prints. It is very fast with great detail. At the highest print setting, it is very difficult to find any pixels like you would normally find on cheap printers. Prints look like they were purchased from a photo lab. I have had this printer for almost two years but the print head went out on me recently. Canon sells a replacement print head for $70.00 but you also need to include tax and shipping which will make it over $80.00. At this price, it makes sense to purchase a new printer since you can get a decent printer these days for $100.00. If you are considering this printer, you should check out newer models especially the HPs since they are now receiving some of the highest ratings from Consumer Reports and Cnet.

Best Printer for the Money
I have had my S900 for more that a year and during that time I have printed over 2000 8.5 x 11 color photos with this printer. The print head will clog from time to time , but running it under warm tap water and allowing it to dry has always fixed the problem. I love this printer, Ink cost about $2.00 a color. For a cost of about $12.00 you can replace all the ink cartridges in this printer, try that with other brands. I have had good results using Kodak Photo Paper in this printer.

An absolutely terrific printer, but VERY ink-hungry
I have had this printer for well over a year. So far, the only single complaint I could possibly make of it is that it chews threw ink cartridges like gumballs. I don't print all that much, but when I do, I print a lot. It seems like I am getting five to seven full-page ultra-high resolution prints from a set of cartridges before they run dry. The images themselves are absolutely breathtaking (if you have a good source and mod the internal printer setting to optimize your medium). However, the unit seems to use quiet a bit of ink just turning on. Even setting it to print grayscale seems to use color ink (? shading perhaps ?).

Outside of the expense of a new set of six ink cartridges, the printing quality of this unit is absolutely magnificent! Even using small "web samples", the printer produces beautiful 4x6 prints. Given a suitably high-resolution source image, and if it is set properly, the image quality, especially the blues, is staggering. While not a professional model, and hence, slower than one would hope, the unit itself is very effective for the home user. As an added bonus, the unit prints nice text [though not the equal of many laser printers, which excel at text], but again, it uses color ink to shade and hint when printing, and this consumes a lot of ink. The text itself is very legible and easy on the eyes (make sure to set your lines properly in the printer setting section - otherwise, after installing new ink cartridges, the print and image quality will degrade significantly).

Thanks - TechE ... Read more

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Subjects:  1. Inkjet Printer (Ink Jet Printers, Printing)    2. Photo Printer (Photo Printing)   

Belkin F3U133-06 USB Device Cable (6 FT)
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list price: $9.99 -- our price: $6.34
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A premium quality USB A-B device cable ... Read more

Features

• Warranty: Lifetime
• Universal 20/28 AWG construction, double shielded
• Gold-plated copper contacts ensure no data-loss
• 20 AWG power conductors to support 12-Mb data rate
• Minimizes cross-talk and ensures high-speed transmission

Reviews (46)

Exceptional Quality at Low Price.
This is a good USB cable.It is compatible with both USB 1.0 and 2.0 ports.It is long enough to give great flexibility with arraging whatever it needs to be connected to.The price is extremely good (even though amazon.com changes it every now and then) for this cable.It is way more expensive in stores.And getting a Belkin product for such a low price is excellent.This is totally worth the money, and is a great buy if you need a USB cable.

... your basic cable.
It's cheap, it works.What more could you want from a cable?

This is a USB 1.0 AND 2.0 cable.
The product description doesn't state this, but this is a USB 2.0 cable meaning you get access to all the extra speed USB 2.0 offers.It's also backward compatible with USB 1.0.

The cable is dark grey (it matches the 2004 model Dells nicely), very sturdy, and has a great solid connection when plugged in.

The price is low, the quality is not. This is an excellent value. ... Read more

Asin: B00000J1TX
Subjects:  1. Cables - Computer    2. F3U13306    3. Expansion (Expansions, Controller, Controllers, Card, Cards)    4. USB Interface (Universal Serial Bus Interfaces, Ports, Port, Connection, Connections)    5. USB Cable (Cables)    6. Accessories (Accessory)   

Canon Photo Pro Borderless Photo Paper (4"x6", 20-Sheets)
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list price: $10.99 -- our price: $6.88
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With your Canon digital photo printer, digital camera, and this gorgeous paper, you may never have to use traditional photo processing again. Designed to work with any Canon printer that accepts 4-by-6-inch paper, these borderless sheets look and feel like the paper used by professional labs. With high-end specifications, like a 92 ISO brightness, 10.5 mil thickness, and 17.91 media weight, you can be sure that your prints will show off rich contrast and realistic skin tones, and they won't ripple or curl around the edges. When used with Canon archival inks, this paper offers a full 25 years of fade-resistant color--now you just have snap photos that are worthy of such longevity. Twenty sheets are included in each packet. The manufacturer provides a 90-day warranty against defect.

Structure of Canon's Photo Paper Pro

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Features

• For Canon printers that accept 4-by-6-inch sheets
• Prints borderless photos
• High gloss finish; heavy weight paper won't curl or ripple
• 20 sheets per package
• Colorfast for 25 years when used with long-lasting Canon inks

Reviews (23)

Fabulous Prints
I just bought a Canon s400 4.0 megapixel camera and the Canon i560 printer.I am amazed beyond my wildest expectations on the quality of the camera and the amazing quality of the prints that have come off this very moderately priced printer.

I used the Canon photo paper plus glossy and am pleased to report my photos printed better than Ofoto or any other developer I have used.Gorgeous true colors.

I had some left over cheaper paper and printed a few photos and the difference in quality was unbelievable.Definitely use this paper if you want the best quality.

Best Photo Paper You Can Buy
After buying my photo printer this year, I bought 4 different packages of photo paper.I used one sheet of each to print the same picture in order to compare the quaility.I was amazed at how clear and sharp the picture was that I printed on the Canon paper.It looked just like the pictures that I used to have developed at professional photo studios.None of the other three even came close in comparison to Canon.They looked like they had speckles on the picture.Needless to say, I will be purchasing the Canon from now on.But I do agree with the other comment pertaining to the shipping costs of the paper bought on this site.You end up paying the same price as you would buying it at your local electronics store.Unless you bought in bulk off this site then it may be worth it??

Amazon Buyer Beware
first off, the photo paper is amazing. my printing looks exactly as if I had it developed professionally. BUT--

Amazon Buyers, Beware--you are not buying this paper through Amazon, but through Adorama Camera, so you will be charged far more in shipping than the couple bucks you saved by buying it here instead of a brick and mortor store.

stupid to mention it? well, I assume there are other dorks out there, who, like me, will gleefully throw this in their shopping cart, expecting that the super saver shipping discount will make it their bargain of the week. so...be warned.

Amazon's site design makes it obvious when you're buying through Eddie Bauer or Gap or such big vendors--but when it's a small distributer, it's merely listed in text. when there's so much other text on the page, I find it easy to ignore.

Am I the only one this has happened to? hopefully someone out there will find this helpful and I won't look like a complete idiot not only for making a mistake when ordering, but then telling the world about my mistake... ... Read more

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