Canon PowerShot SX130IS 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom with 3.0-Inch LCD

TECHNICAL DETAILS

• Shoot 720p HD video with stereo sound while using the optical zoom
• High-powered 12x wide-angle optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer
• Scene modes like Miniature Effect for Movie and Fisheye Effect; Advanced Smart AUTO
• DIGIC 4 Image Processor, with 12.1 megapixels; 3.0-inch wide LCD
• Capture images to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards (not included)
• Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 2.9 x 1.8 inches ; 10.9 ounces 

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Smart, sleek and creative, the PowerShot SX130 IS is the perfect companion to all your good times. Now you can capture every detail of special moments in crisp, stunning 720p HD--even while using the high-powered 12x wide-angle optical zoom. You'll record in stereo sound, then play back your videos instantly on you computer. The SX130 IS is all about creativity, with fun new scene modes like Miniature Effect for Movies, and Fisheye Effect for artistically distorted stills.


While you're having fun creating, the camera's Smart Flash Exposure and advanced Smart AUTO systems are ensuring that every image is the best it can be. Add the DIGIC 4 Image Processor, 12.1 megapixels and Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer, and you've got the ideal camera for making the good times last.

Canon PowerShot SX130IS Highlights

Shoot 720p HD video with stereo sound while using the optical zoom
The PowerShot SX130 IS is the perfect combination of still camera and extraordinary video maker. Videos are recorded in spectacularly detailed 720p HD with clear stereo sound. Better yet, you can now zoom in and out as your creativity demands, without losing a bit of the 720p HD resolution. Given the SX130 IS's powerful 12x wide-angle optical zoom, this capability is especially meaningful.

12x wide-angle optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer
With precision engineering and decades of leadership in optics technology, Canon has created a bright, wide-angle lens that magnifies to an astonishing 12x. Moreover, it's sized to fit the SX130 IS's compact profile, performs at high speed, and keeps power consumption low.

Whether you're at a sporting event, school play, or just out and about shooting, you'll love how the SX130's powerful wide-angle 12x optical zoom gets you up close fast and puts more image into every frame. And Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer controls camera shake to ensure that throughout the zoom range, your images are steady and crystal clear.

Scene modes like Miniature Effect for Movie and Fisheye Effect offers creative options for videos and images
Explore your creativity! The PowerShot SX130 IS gives you fun, easy ways to play with perspective in your still images and videos, too.

Miniature Effect for Movies (also available for still images) enhances perspective to give whatever you're shooting the fascinating look of a scene shot with miniature models. At the same time, selective frames are removed to enhance the effect when you play the scene back at 30 fps.

"Fisheye" lenses are favorites of professional photographers: their quirky, convex perspective gives a fun creative punch to shots of kids, pets and more. The SX130 IS creates a Fisheye Effect without the need to attach a special lens--simply activate the mode, choose from three levels (low, medium and high) and shoot!

Smart Flash Exposure determines the correct flash based on the shooting situation
Smart Flash Exposure is a technology that uses the proper flash by analyzing a wide range of lighting conditions, and helps ensure against over or underexposed images. The detail and color of your photo remain intact and truer to life even in challenging lighting.

Advanced Smart AUTO selects from 28 predefined shooting situations
Just set the Canon PowerShot SX130 IS to Smart AUTO and you're ready for maximum enjoyment from your picture taking every time. It's a relaxing and satisfying way to shoot because you can completely concentrate on your subject, knowing that the camera has the technical details covered. Advanced Canon technology intelligently analyzes your situation and shooting conditions. Then it automatically selects an appropriate setting from 28 specially defined settings. So whether you're photographing flowers, a captivating sunset, or your friends at the park, you can be confident that you're getting dramatic, memorable images.

With 22 Shooting Modes including 12 Special Scene Modes, you're ready for whatever shot comes your way.

Capture amazing detail with 12.1-megapixel resolution

Powerful DIGIC 4 Image Processor with 12.1 megapixels
The PowerShot SX130 IS is equipped with many of the same features as a higher-end camera: an ultra-powerful zoom, eye-popping resolution and advanced picture-improving technology. 12.1 Megapixels of resolution gives your photography incomparable depth and ensures that any section of any shot can be enlarged and cropped with no loss in quality when you edit the image even if you choose to print the image. It can create crisp, clear 13 x 19-inch posters.

Canon's proprietary DIGIC Image Processors have long set its cameras apart from the competition, and the new DIGIC 4 sets the bar even higher. Faster, more accurate noise reduction delivers better image quality, even at high ISO speeds.

Large 3.0-inch LCD with wide viewing angle
The camera's high resolution (230,000 dots) 3.0-inch LCD gives you the big picture, whether you're shooting, reviewing or showing off your images. This high-resolution screen offers a crisp, clear picture to make shooting, playback and using the camera's menu functions especially convenient. Clear and bright, it also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light.

AA battery power enables you to easily power up
Conveniently, you don't need to worry about running out of batteries or having to recharge them. Since AA-size batteries can be purchased at any store, simply get new ones locally--wherever you go, no special power adapters or chargers are needed.

What's in the Box

• PowerShot SX130 IS Camera body
• AA-size Alkaline Battery (x2)
• Wrist Strap WS-800
• AV Cable AVC-DC400ST
• USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
• Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM 

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USERS REVIEWS
It is very inexpensive camera with all photographic controls and good image quality. I do not use it in poor lighting, in decent lighting it is very capable camera. You have real photographic tool in your hands. It may be a very good camera for teaching photography to younger kids. The camera is very well constructed, study, made of hard, good quality plastic and is very reliable. I took over 8000 pictures with it, and it is still like new. The video is great too!

Am very happy with this camera! It is small enough to take with me anywhere yet has more features than the smaller digital
Cameras I am used to ;) definitely recommend!

I've had the camera for about 6 months now and I really like it. I bought it for a College Photography class and I'm really glad I did. It takes very clear pictures there is virtually no learning curve. The camera has a good zoom and has a giant screen. I've used expensive DSLRs since I got this and honestly, I much prefer using this camera. The pictures it takes are great for what I want them for and camera is small and light enough to take with me.

SOME PHOTOS TAKEN BY  Canon PowerShot SX130IS

Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR [Vibration Reduction] Nikkor Zoom Lens

TECHNICAL DETAILS

• 55-200mm zoon Nikkor lens with f/4-5.6 maximum aperture for Nikon digital SLR cameras
• 2 extra-low-dispersion (ED) glass elements for minimized chromatic aberration and superior optics
• Super-integrated coating minimizes ghosting and flare for more vivid images in dim lighting
• Silent Wave Motor produces quick and quiet high-speed autofocusing; weighs 9 ounces
• Measures 2.7 inches in diameter and 3.1 inches long; 5-year warranty
• Product Dimensions: 3 x 2 x 2 inches ; 8 ounces 

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

This versatile and compact 3.6x Zoom-NIKKOR lens brings the action to the photographer. Ideal for portraiture, family, sports, nature and wildlife.

AF-S DX VR Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED Lens Highlights:

• An ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass element minimizes chromatic aberration, contributing to superior optical performance
• Focus mode switch enables quick switching between A (Autofocus) and M (Manual Focus)
• 7-blade rounded diaphragm provides more natural out-of-focus highlights

• Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 3 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and video capture
• New compact rod-type Silent Wave Motor (SW) enables ultra-high speed auto focusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation
• The lens is constructed with 15 elements in 11 groups

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USERS REVIEWS
This VR lens is inexpensive (192$ -100$ discount since I bought it with the camera during Christmas). I can't think of a single negative point for this camera.

We had noticed that this 55-200mm Kit lens was sold with the 18-55mm kit lens along with some D series Nikon cameras, like our D5000 or the D3100. We bought ours with just the 18-55mm at the time. We did not need two longer focus lenses, but a matching VR DX G lens would be useful. The 18-200mm would have been nice, but we have a greater need for prime and macro lenses. Someone with the need for a better lens for low light with a higher zoom ratio should think about the 18-200mm. We have found the 55-200mm lens very useful for daytime nature photography. Even with VR a faster lens works better indoors, though with proper support, this f/4-5.6 will work, especially if you are skilled with post processing. The two kit lenses are a remarkable light kit to carry around all day with the D3100 and a couple 16GB class 10 SDHC cards and a spare battery. A light jacket or vest with zipper pockets held all the extra bits, plus a light snack/lunch. For heavier traveling, Our Lowepro backpack suits the purpose, but why carry what you don't need if you don't have to.

I was very unsure which lens to purchase when I wanted to upgrade the capabilities of the Nikon D3000 I purchased for my wife. After reading lots of reviews I decided go ahead and get this lens and my wife has been very happy with it. We use the camera and the combination of this lens and the one that came with it to take pictures of the kids and all those "scrapbooking" type moments and have been very satisfied. This lens stays on the camera most of the time and the lens that was included with the camera is used only when shooting close range photos (same room, small room).

SOME PHOTOS TAKEN BY Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR 

 

Nikon D3100 14.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lens

TECHNICAL DETAILS

• 14.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor; 3-inch monitor with One-Touch Live View shooting and movie capture
• Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization lens
• Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound
• Easy-To-Use Nikon Guide Mode with intuitive controls and on-board assistance
• Capture images to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards (not included)
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 13 x 6 inches ; 1 pounds 

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Nikon's affordable, compact and lightweight D3100 digital SLR features a high-resolution 14-megapixel CMOS DX sensor, high-quality 3x NIKKOR 18-55mm VR image stabilization zoom lens and intuitive onboard assistance including the learn-as-you grow Guide Mode.

Capture beautiful pictures and amazing Full HD 1080p movies with sound and full-time autofocus.

Easily capture the action other cameras miss with a fast start up time, split-second shutter release, 3 frames per second shooting and 11-point autofocus.

Capture 3 frames per second for fast action shooting.

Capture pictures and make movies in near darkness with an ISO range of 100 to 3200 (expandable to 12800-Hi2). EXPEED 2, Nikon's new image processing engine, assures breathtakingly rich image quality, managing color, contrast, exposure and noise.

One-touch Live View and movie recording lets you see the action on the 3-inch monitor and the Scene Recognition System automatically chooses the ideal settings.

You can also select from 6 Automatic Exposure Scene Modes: Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-up or Night Portrait for stunning results in otherwise challenging conditions.

Active D-Lighting restores picture-enhancing detail in shadows and highlights.

A built-in pop-up flash is ready for those times when there just isn't enough light and in-camera image editing allows creative freedom and effects, without the need for a computer.

Nikon D3100 Highlights

Easy-to-use Guide Mode walks you through the settings you need for the shot you want.

14.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS Image Sensor
Delivers beautiful photographs and prints well beyond 20 x 30 inches.

Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization Lens
Included lens offers the legendary NIKKOR optical quality and fast, accurate autofocus for vivid color, striking contrast and crisp detail and VR image stabilization to ensure the sharpest hand-held pictures and movies.

Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video
Features full-time autofocus and sound; record cinematic-quality movies in Full 1080p HD format (1920 x 1080 pixels).

Easy-To-Use
The D3100 features Nikon's Guide Mode with intuitive controls and on-board assistance helping you take better pictures every step of the way.

Compact and Lightweight Design
Beautifully styled--ready to go wherever life takes you.

Split-second Shutter Response
Eliminates the frustration of shutter delay, capturing moments that other cameras miss.

Fast 11-point Autofocus System
Delivers razor-sharp pictures.

ISO sensitivity 100-3200, expandable to ISO 12800 equivalent
Delivers exceptional results, even in the most challenging low-light situations.


3-inch monitor
Features One-Touch Live View shooting and movie capture.

Scene Auto Selector
Lets the D3100 decide the best mode to match the shooting situation when using Live View.

EXPEED 2
Nikon's new image processing engine assures breathtakingly rich image quality, managing color, contrast, exposure, noise and speed.

Scene Recognition System in Live View
Automatically optimizes exposure, autofocus, and white balance, allowing you to obtain beautiful photos without the hassle of making complicated camera adjustments yourself.

6 Automatic Exposure Scene Modes
Just set the Mode dial to Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-up or Night Portrait for stunning results in otherwise challenging conditions.

Active D-Lighting
Restores picture-enhancing detail in shadows and highlights.

D-Lighting in action.

Picture Control
Choose from Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, or Landscape to apply a personal look and feel to your pictures.

Automatic Image Sensor Cleaning
Ultrasonic process and exclusive Airflow Control combats the accumulation of dust in front of the image sensor, safeguarding image quality shot after shot.

Built-in pop-up flash
Perfect for those times when there isn't enough light.

In-camera Image Editing
Allows creative freedom, without the need for a computer, offering easy editing functions.

Compatible Lenses

• AF-S and AF-I: All functions supported
• Type G or D AF NIKKOR without built-in autofocus motor: All functions except autofocus supported. IX NIKKOR lenses not supported.
• Other AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II. Lenses for F3AF not supported.
• Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and some shooting modes.
• AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II.
• Non-CPU: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in exposure mode M, but exposure meter does not function.

_{Note: Electronic rangefinder can be used if lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster.}

What's in the Box
D3100 digital SLR camera body; AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens; EN-EL14 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, MH-24 Battery Charger, DK-5 Eyepiece Cap, DK-20 Rubber Eyecap, AN-DC3 Camera Strap, BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover, BF-1B Body Cap, ViewNX 2 CD-ROM

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USERS REVIEWS
This is an awesome camera. Has been far better than I had thought. Very light weight. My only concern is that I have not been able to determine the avaliabity of the wireless remote.

This can make an amateur photographer (like myself) take quite amazing photos, without having to adjust your aperture, shutter speed, ISO, etc. Yet it also gives you the ability to change those to suit the situation better, too. Fairly easy to understand, though I'm sure I'll still be learning the features for a while to come. The included lens is actually quite good, with autofocus and such. If you're looking for a DSLR but have no experience with them, this is about as good as a starter can get. Haven't played with it too much, but I'll add info when I know the camera better.

So what can I say? I love this camera you will not be able to find a camera better fot such money. The picture is great, video is also ok(sound of auto-focus is bad), but it's not video-camera. The biggest minus - LCD display :( You should to zoom you picture to see what you pictured. I higly recomed this camera for everobody even you are mature photograph. 

SOME PHOTOS TAKEN BY Nikon D3100 14.2MP Digital SLR Camera

Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 4x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD

TECHNICAL DETAILS

• 28mm wide-angle lens; 4x optical zoom and Optical Image Stabilizer
• Smart AUTO mode intelligently selects from 18 predefined settings
• 12.1-megapixel resolution allows you to print large size images with clarity and detail
• Clear 2.7-inch PureColor System LCD
• Shoot in Low Light mode for dimly-lit situations
• Product Dimensions: 3.6 x 0.8 x 2.2 inches ; 5 ounces  

 

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

It's all about the power of contrast. Color that defies convention. Sleek, gentle curves that merge art and technology into a camera designed to inspire. The PowerShot SD1300 IS Digital ELPH camera captures your world as much as it expresses your originality, with bold innovations that include remarkable low light performance. Everything looks right. Hold it, and everything feels right, too.

PowerShot SD1300IS Highlights

28mm wide-angle lens, 4x optical zoom and Optical Image Stabilizer
The Canon commitment to innovation defines the excitement of the PowerShot SD1300 IS Digital ELPH with its 28mm wide-angle lens and 4x optical zoom that makes it easy to get the inspiring, emotive close-ups that will make your images lasting keepsakes.


This magnificent lens gives you the power to shoot distant subjects with razor-sharp precision and stunning life-like color. So you can brilliantly capture a closer shot of a landscape, or a child's big smile.

The PowerShot SD1300 IS Digital ELPH is equipped with the acclaimed Canon Optical Image Stabilizer, which automatically detects and corrects camera shake--one of the leading causes of fuzzy or blurred shots. Even when zoomed in, you can get the steady, crisp, brilliant images you'll be proud to shoot and share. And the Canon Optical Image Stabilizer technology is so convenient to use. It functions perfectly with or without a flash.


Smart AUTO mode intelligently selects from 18 settings
Just set the Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS to Smart AUTO and you're ready for maximum enjoyment from your picture-taking every time. It's a relaxing and satisfying way to shoot because you can completely concentrate on your subject knowing that the camera has the technical details covered. Advanced Canon technology intelligently analyzes your situation and shooting conditions. Then it automatically selects an appropriate setting from 18 specially defined settings. So whether you're photographing flowers, a captivating sunset, or your friends at the park, you can be confident that you're getting dramatic, memorable images.

Shooting Modes
Advanced presets for the best possible photos under certain conditions. With 15 Shooting Modes, you're ready for whatever shot comes your way.

12.1-megapixel resolution makes it a breeze to print large size images
With the PowerShot SD1300 IS, dramatic, personal pictures have never been easier to shoot and share. This 12.1-megapixel camera lets you create impressive, large photos of family and friends you'll be proud display. The high-resolution images taken by the PowerShot SD1300 IS can be enlarged up to 13 x 19 inches.

Bright, clear 2.7-inch PureColor System LCD
The PowerShot SD1300 IS gives you a large 2.7-inch LCD screen for excellent control when framing your shots. The Canon PureColor System LCD offers spectacular color, resolution and contrast even when viewed at an angle. The screen is highly durable and easy to see in any light with a scratch-resistant, anti-reflective coating. It also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light--a perfect feature for gathering friends and family around to see your images.

Shoot in Low Light mode for dimly-lit situations
With an ISO of 400-6400, the Low Light mode takes the Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS boldly into the shadows! Now even scenes notorious for having insufficient light, such as those lit by candles, fire, or street lamp, come through in fantastic color and clarity, with less noise. You can keep the feel of the scene intact without adding additional light, so the result will be scenes with the visual accuracy, depth and clarity you expect from a Canon camera.

What's in the Box

• PowerShot SD1300 IS Digital ELPH Body
• Lithium-ion Battery Pack NB-6L
• Battery Charger CB-2LY
• Wrist Strap WS-DC7
• Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
• USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
• AV Cable AVC-DC400

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USERS REVIEWS  

I have an old G3 and it takes beautiful pictures but it is huge, heavy and slow. This little camera takes great photos and fits in my pocket. I took it to DC and it was perfect save for the shutter freezing a few times (condensation from inside my coat+ 20f temps and the battery meter fluctuating in the freezing temps.It really is a great camera and the price made it a steal!

Excelent product. The camera does everything for you when is in automatic and the result is amazing pictures.

The best camera I have bought so far.

Now she has a camera all for herself. Great size, excellent pictures.
Good auto settings, good white balance, good focus.

SOME PHOTOS TAKEN BY Canon PowerShot SD1300

 

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera Lens

TECHNICAL DETAILS

• 50mm standard lens with f/1.8 maximum aperture
• Traditional Gauss-type optical design is extremely sharp
• Focuses as close as 18 inches for extreme close-ups
• Ideal for natural-looking shots; excellent color balance
• Measures 2.7 inches in diameter; 1-year warranty
• Product Dimensions: 2.7 x 2.7 x 1.6 inches ; 4.6 ounces 

 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Amazon.com Product Description Lightweight and affordable, the Canon EF 50mm lens--which offers a fast f/1.8 aperture--is an excellent lens for people who prefer a fixed focal length. Canon's lightest EF lens at a mere 4.6 ounces, the lens boasts a traditional Gauss-type optical design that delivers a sharp performance even when wide open. As a result, the lens provides an image that's extremely close to how your eye perceives a subject, making it excellent for portraits and images that require a natural depth of field. In addition, the lens focuses as close as 18 inches, helping you take extreme close-ups. Finally, the lens offers an excellent color balance. As with all Canon lenses, the lens carries a one-year warranty.

• Focal length: 50mm
• Maximum aperture: 1:1.8
• Lens construction: 6 elements in 5 groups
• Diagonal angle of view: 46 degrees
• Focus adjustment: Overall linear extension system with Micromotor
• Closest focusing distance: 1.5 feet
• Filter size: 52mm
• Dimensions: 2.7 inches in diameter, 1.6 inches long
• Weight: 4.6 ounces 

The Canon EF 50mm F1.8 II may be one of the cheapest lenses currently on the market, but its optics belie its lowly price. As befits a classic standard prime lens, it's very sharp when stopped down (especially in the centre), shows minimal chromatic aberration, and has relatively low distortion; APS-C users will also benefit from extremely low vignetting. In most regards it comes very close indeed to its much more expensive bigger brother, the EF 50mm F1.4 USM, lagging marginally behind in corner sharpness at any specific aperture. The only real blight in imaging terms is the lens's bokeh, or rendition of out-of-focus backgrounds, which is anything but smooth with a distinct tendency to render bright highlights as obvious pentagons (it's a pity Canon didn't choose to use a diaphragm with 7 or 8 blades instead of 5).

USERS REVIEWS

I've really enjoyed this lens for the few times I've used it over the last 6 months. I was great for a low light wedding I shot last year and is what really got me started in wanting to do wedding photography. Hope everyone enjoys this lens as much as I have.

The shipping took no longer than 3 days! :) I am very pleased with the pictures I just got it about 2 days ago! I havent went shooting yet, but took some test shots in my house and got some really good pictures! cant wait to take it out! :)

This is a fantastic lens. It is everything everyone said it is, plus more-(protection from drunk marmots is awesome..guess they want to make sure you pay attention when rating things) Anyway-I was surprised to read that the construction was cheap feeling. It doesnt feel cheap at all to me. Maybe because it is so small compared to other lenses that makes people feel that way but it feels well made to me. I was expecting to handle it gingerly and baby it but when I took it out of the box I was pleasantly surprised at the feel of it. Not toy like at all,but when compared to my other lenses yes, it is of course a huge difference.I love this lens so far and I've only had it for one day.I use a Canon 7D and I have a feeling this lens will quickly become my favorite!

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SOME PHOTOS TAKEN BY Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera Lens