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Old 10-04-2003, 06:05 PM
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I have a HP 315 camera, and I am not impressed with my aquarium pictures. This is especially true of closeups Would anyone be able to recommend a different camera that works better. but that would not break the bank
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Old 10-04-2003, 06:11 PM
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Does the camers have a macro feature? Try that if it does.
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Old 10-04-2003, 06:16 PM
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Does the camers have a macro feature? Try that if it does.
I looked at the menu, and was able to find "zoom", but not macro.
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Yeah those HP camera are POS's, I'm a big fan of Canon Cameras, I love my S30. Nikon's are great cameras too but a little more costly but take some awesome pictures, I really guess it depends on your budget
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I have a canon s230, takes ok aquarium pics...you'll need to get one with manual white balance.. the nikon ones have one of the best macros...
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Our sony 51 works very well Bob. you can get them now for about $300 ish dollars.
We had an HP before this one and we gave it away. Almost couldn't do that.
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Old 10-05-2003, 12:05 AM
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Make sure you have a good sturdy tripod if you are taking macro shots.

For more info on cameras, check out:

http://www.dpreview.com/
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I am wondering what Alan uses, he seemed to have some real nice shots I too will probably give away this HP as it seems like POS.
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You can give it to me if you want. Better than what I have now.
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You can give it to me if you want. Better than what I have now.
What will you give me in return though
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