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Pentax MX-1
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Pentax's new MX-1 brings a retro styling to the small yet sophisticated advanced compact category. Introduced in February 2013, the MX-1 has the undeniable look and feel of a classic camera with a full neck strap, brass trim, textured grip and lens cap, plus it's not being shy about sporting a bigger body.

But a quick look through the tech specs indicates the performance may stretch a long way beyond the classic. The bright LCD with angling ability blends nicely into the body, which also houses a 1/1.7” backlit CMOS sensor. Add a fast f1.8-2.5 lens and RAW format and the MX-1 looks promising on paper. But can the classically styled measure up to today's performance standards?

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Nikon COOLPIX S6500
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Nikon's more advanced point and shoot models have caught quite a bit of attention in the past few years. The camera giant's newest addition, the Nikon Coolpix S6500, adds wi-fi, a few more megapixels and a longer zoom range over the older S6300. At around $200, this compact shooter includes a 16 megapixel 1/2.3” backside illuminated CMOS sensor, a 12x optical zoom, several scene modes and a good bunch of creative effects. Can the Coolpix S6500 with wi-fi and in-camera photo editing continue to excite?


Nikon Coolpix S6500: Body and Design

Right out of the box, the S6500 impresses with it's sleek, metallic finish that doesn't make it feel flimsy like some cheaper point and shoots. The camera itself is less than 3/4” wide, plus the lens housing sticks out about 1/8” when closed, but all in all this camera fits in a lot of places and, weighing in at under 6 ounces, is meant to travel easy.

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The Smartphone vs. the Camera: 5 Reasons Cameras Take Better Photos

As smartphones continue to rise in popularity and quality, more and more people are doubting their need for a separate, dedicated camera. It's easy to just pull a phone out of a pocket, snap, then share the moment as it happens. Smartphones are continuing to improve, and their onboard camera is no exception.










Cell phones allow for quick photos, but the result isn't as high quality as with a dedicated camera.


















So, there's a question that's begging to be asked. And that question is, “Do I even need a camera anymore?”

The answer, that's been dying to be heard, is absolutely. If you want high resolution photos to print or enlarge, you need a camera. If you want to have something fast enough not to miss the moment, you need a camera. If you want to zoom in, take macro shots, or take photos in low light, you need a camera. The quality of images taken from a cell phone are still a long way from the quality of even a basic point and shoot in five basic areas: resolution and noise, lens quality, image stabilization, focus and speed.


Smartphone vs. Camera: Resolution & Noise

Put simply, cell phones are designed for one main purpose: to communicate. And devices that are designed for making phone calls and sending text messages are not going to get you the same quality as a camera that is designed just for taking great pictures.

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Frame it up: Five tips to shooting better photos









Good photos often don't center the subject and sometimes use objects in the foreground to add interest.




Taking great pictures is about more than just having a good camera―expert photographers can take some pretty awesome shots with simple point and shoots and rookies can take some pretty awful shots with expensive equipment. An easy way to upgrade the quality of your photos―no matter what camera you have―is to alter what you see in the viewfinder before the photo is even snapped. Here are five quick tips for framing better shots.

  • Change up your perspective. Most people tend to take pictures at their eye level automatically. To put a different spin on things, change your height. Kneel or climb higher to create a different feel to your images. Professional photographers aren't afraid to climb a tree or belly crawl to get that perfect shot.

  • Don't always center your subject. Take a look through a professional's photo gallery―chances are, in most of their images, the subject isn't dead center. Instead, imagine the picture is divided into thirds and place the subject on one of those lines. Check your camera settings, many models with electronic viewfinders have guide grids that can be turned on and off. Placing the subject off center adds interest and emphasis to the image.

  • Get up close. Whether you are snapping shots of a newborn or a landscape, get in a little closer then normal; take a picture of just the baby's feet or a flower within the scenery. Macro shots help capture the details that otherwise may go unnoticed.

  • Take a step back. Get a variety of photos by not only snapping some close ups, but some scenes a little father back. Instead of taking a picture of just a child's face, take a whole body shot while they play in an interesting environment.

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Latest User Comments & Reviews

lens wont open (darleen wilson — 05/21/2013)
lens error/ wont open/shutter is open a little bit

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Hillary Grigonis (05/23/2013)
Looks like there's a mechanical issue with the lens, with a camera this age its usually cheaper to replace than repair.
Brandnew and just stopped working. (Debra Wonderlin — 05/21/2013)
My daughter's CoolPix S6500 has just stopped working?? She purchased it about 4 weeks ago. Unfortunately she bought it to use while studying abroad in Italy!! Any ideas?? She charged the battery twice using different outlets. She has the appropriate adapter for Italy. I am not sure how to help her.
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Hillary Grigonis (05/23/2013)
Since it was just recently purchased, my first suggestion would be to contact Nikon. If my previous experience with them is any indication, they should be happy to help troubleshoot or send a replacement since it still should be under warranty.
Cindy (05/22/2013)
I have not used my S5 in several years. Now I am would like to give it to my granddaughter and I can't get it to charge. Can someone help??
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Hillary Grigonis (05/23/2013)
Check retailers like Amazon and see if they have a replacement battery available. Often these types of batteries don't do well going unused for several years.
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