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Tami 12 pts

October 13, 2006 3:45 PM

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Can anyone help me decided on which camera would be the best way to go for a mom who takes pics of everyone and every event?

I take a ton of pics of the kids, and everything else that catches my eye! I went digital with a kodak easy share, because my husband suggested digital and the docking printing station. I like seeing the pics and getting rid of whatever I don't want as it happens. I took an interest in the sony cybershot when I saw a commercial about someone taking a pic of a moving target and it still came out crystal clear. Is that really true? This is my problem, I'm not great at being still and not shakey, or capturing a moving target! So, needless to say most of my pics are blurry. I love taking pictures and was hoping for some suggestions!! Any and all info/help would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks a bunch!! Tami

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Brenda P (BrendaP) 28728 pts

October 13, 2006 10:53 PM

Hi Tami,
Wouldn't it be nice if a camera could take a picture of anything and come out crystal clear? =) While that isn't quite possible, if you have a problem with camera shake you'll want to look for a camera with image stabilization, which will help cut down on blur even when the camera and subject are moving. It isn't a magic tool, but image stabilization can definitely improve your pictures.

I recommend what's called Optical Image Stabilization over the alternative (Digital Image Stabilization), because Optical is more effective and doesn't cut into your image quality like Digital can do.

You didn't mention your price range, but if you're looking for a quick-reacting camera that is easy to use, has image stabilization and is portable, here are just a few to look at:

Canon Powershot A710 (these are super user-friendly)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ3 (super cheap and super good quality)

You might also get some answers from our Buyer's Guide, it is really good at helping you narrow down what features matter most to you. Feel free to come back and ask if you're still not pointed in the right direction. =)

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Tami 12 pts

October 14, 2006 6:01 PM

First of all Thank you Brenda for your help!!! I appreciate it tons!!! I didn't put in a price range, because I really don't have one set just yet. Seeing as I'm cluess as to what I need, I don't want to lose out on something long lasting and great because I wanted to go the less expensive route. (even tho I am pretty cheap!) :) I have had this Kodak easy share DX4530 (not even knowing if this is a good camera) for about 4 years I think. The only thing that got me looking was the commercial for that Sony cyber shot I mentioned earlier. This got me interested in looking for a new camera because a lot of my pics were blurry in different ways. With all honesty, I don't even know everything my camera does!!! I am kinda simple...I love great pics and memories, but don't necessarily know much about picture taking at this point other than what looks good in the view finder or the screen at that particular moment. Point and shoot I guess. Again, thank you and I am looking forward to any other advice you may have :) !!! Thanks- Tami

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Brenda P (BrendaP) 28728 pts

October 14, 2006 6:17 PM

The Easyshare DX4530 really is an excellent camera, with good saturated colors and clear images, especially for the price... really can't beat it for a mid-level beginner's camera. It has more megapixels (and a few more features) than many out there for comparable prices that are a lot harder to use!

With that said, if you do want to upgrade and you're having problems with blur, first narrow down what's causing the blur. You won't be able to take pictures while you're jogging no matter how good your camera is. =) But if the problem is coming from typical camera shake then definitely look into one of the ones mentioned above with image stabilization (preferably Optical).

Just to show you an example, this review for the Powershot A710 (mentioned above) shows the difference that image stabilization makes. Click on the link and scroll almost halfway down the page to the two side-by-side pictures of the vitamin bottle. One of them is taken with IS and the other without. Definitely helps with camera shake!

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