Looking to get a digital camera.?!?!?!

[marcv125]

Hey guys and gals. I was thinking and i want a digital camera. All i want is something to take pictures of my bike, and me at the track thats all. I want something in the $200-$300 range. Im not to sure about all of the megapixels and all of that? If anyone could explain what i should get, just so i can take quality photos, it would be great. Thanks
Marc

 

[ZOOK250]

there have been lots of threads on digital cameras. try searching out some of those ones. i ve had a kodak for 3 years , 2 mega pixel and it has worked flawlessly. i have 3 pictures in the gallery using this camera.click on the "view larger image" to see all the detail. kodak dc 280 is the model.

 

[COLEMANAPP]

I have been using digital cameras for work since 1996. The Kodaks get my vote for ease of use, quality and durability. I have a Kodak dc 210 zoom with over 12000 photos taken on it. Never had a problem. I recently purchased a Kodak dc3215 for about $200 and have been using it for 6 months. Nothing fancy but it sounds like it would work for you.

 

[marcv125]

Sorry Zook i tried searching under "digital Cameras" before and found nothing that would pertain to my topic. Thanks for the info guys..
Like i said i just want something so that i can take pics of my bike and put them on the net. Thanks a lot.

 

[nikki]

Kodak DC3400 - I think it's $200.

It's 2.0 megapixels (good for printing 5x7 and 8x10's) and I have been really happy with mine. Takes really great photos for the value!

Check out these race photos HERE!

These are all cropped and severely resized smaller. The full sized photos look great!

 

[marcv125]

I like this one a lot. Has anyone tried one or heard about it?

It is an Kodak DX3500 EasyShare 2.0MP Digital Camera here are the stats...Tell me what you think..for my application...would it be good??
Maximum image resolution: 1,800 x 1,200 pixels
Image resolution options: High: 1,800 x 1,200 pixels
Image resolution options: Medium: 900 x 600 pixels
Image resolution options: Low: --
Maximum CCD resolution: 2.3 megapixels
CCD size: --
Optical viewfinder: Yes
LCD screen size: 1.8 inches
LCD swivel: No
Aperture: f4.5 to f/8
Optical zoom: None
Digital zoom: 3x
Lens construction: Optical quality glass, 5 elements
Compatible memory types: CompactFlash I (Microdrive not supported)
Onboard memory: 8 MB
Max. photos at highest quality: 12
Max. photos at lowest quality: 48
Image type(s): JPEG
Uncompressed mode: No
ISO film-speed equivalency: 100 and 200
Macro focus range: 9 to 12 inches
Shutter speed range: 1/8 to 1/1218 seconds
Autofocus system: Fixed focus
Manual focus: None
Focus range: 30 inches to infinity
Shutter priority mode: No
Aperture priority mode: No
Main exposure mode: Auto
Spot metering mode: No
Manual exposure mode: No
Programmed exposure modes: --
Manual white balance mode: No
Built-in flash: Yes
Red-eye reduction: Yes
Fill-flash (forced flash): Yes
Flash-off mode: Yes
Night portrait (flash synch) mode: No
Hot shoe for external flash: No
Black and white: No
Solarized: No
Movie mode: No
Max. movie length: N/A
Audio recording: N/A
Burst mode or continuous shooting: No
Frames/sec in burst mode: N/A
Self timer: Yes, 10 seconds
Remote included: No
Special effects: None
Splashproof: No
Other special features: Compatible with Kodak Camera Dock
Compatible systems: PC, Mac
Mac system requirements: Power PC-based Macintosh; Operating System 8.6, 9.0x, 9.1; 64 MB of available RAM; 100 MB of available hard disk sace; USB port
PC system requirements: Windows 98, 98 SE, ME, or 2000; minimum 200 MHz microprocessor; 32 MB available RAM; 70 MB of available hard disk space; USB port
Software included: Kodak Picture Software CD
Serial output: No
USB output: Yes
Video output: Yes
Battery requirements: 2 AA Lithium or 1 CRV3 Lithium
Batteries included: Yes
Rechargable batteries included: No
AC adapter included: No
Body type: Point-and-shoot
Included in box: Kodak DX3500 digital camera, 2 AA Lithium batteries, video cable, USB cable, wrist strap, Kodak Picture Software CD, documentation, and custom camera insert for optional Kodak Camera Dock
Width: 4.7 inches
Height: 2.9 inches
Depth: 2.0 inches
Weight: 7.2 ounces
Warranty, labor: 1 year
Warranty, parts: 1 year