Canon S5 IS Advice
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TrailBlazer03
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not reallly feeling the design of the G9..
goodtimes
Expedition Poseur
G9---I've had one for a month or so....and I am trying like heck to get myself to love this camera. It just isn't working. I get better picture quality out of my dRebel with the crappy 18 - 55 EF kit lens.
I keep telling myself that the problem is environmental (poor light, etc) and operator error (left the ISO set at 800 and forgot about it), but three trips now and I just ain't gettin the love from the G9. I'll give it one more trip, if I'm not happy with it after this weekend, you can find it in the "for sale" section.
I keep telling myself that the problem is environmental (poor light, etc) and operator error (left the ISO set at 800 and forgot about it), but three trips now and I just ain't gettin the love from the G9. I'll give it one more trip, if I'm not happy with it after this weekend, you can find it in the "for sale" section.
Photog
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goodtimes said:G9---I've had one for a month or so....and I am trying like heck to get myself to love this camera. It just isn't working. I get better picture quality out of my dRebel with the crappy 18 - 55 EF kit lens.
I keep telling myself that the problem is environmental (poor light, etc) and operator error (left the ISO set at 800 and forgot about it), but three trips now and I just ain't gettin the love from the G9. I'll give it one more trip, if I'm not happy with it after this weekend, you can find it in the "for sale" section.
The P&S type of cameras definitely don't have the same feel as the SLR's. They don't give you a feeling of confidence, if you are used to the feel and handeling characteristics of an SLR. Some folks just can not get used to looking at a screen, to compose their pictures.
My first P&S digital was a Canon G3. I had no trouble creating professional quality images with it. The G9 is even better, and easier. I would recommend using it exactly the way you do your SLR, except for the viewfinder.
If you would use a tripod with the SLR, or any filters, exposure compensation, moving the focusing point, metering option (spot, matrix, etc), custom white balance, etc. Try using them to shoot the same scene; one after the other, using the same setttings, and processes (you might need the manual for this).
I find myself getting lazy about my process, when I use a P&S. I am always reminding myself to go through the same steps as with my SLRs. It is easy for me to get into the "Happy Snappy" mode, and produce a bunch of garbage images.
Keep your ISO as low as possible. This holds true with the SLR also.
I would hate to see you unhappy with your new camera.
Some example G3 & G9 images:
Travelmore
Adventurer
We have been shooting with the S5 IS since Thanksgiving and have had good results but not overly impressed. I don't have a detailed review but saw a great photo from the Needles
http://www.wired.com/culture/art/multimedia/2008/04/gallery_top_10_night_photos
I noticed the long exposure and was wondering if I could do that when we are down there in May. And found this that lets you adjust the exposure limits and much more.
http://howto.wired.com/wiki/Superch..._Open-Source_CHDK_Firmware#What_You.27ll_Need
I think this is the hack someone referred to earlier.
http://www.wired.com/culture/art/multimedia/2008/04/gallery_top_10_night_photos
I noticed the long exposure and was wondering if I could do that when we are down there in May. And found this that lets you adjust the exposure limits and much more.
http://howto.wired.com/wiki/Superch..._Open-Source_CHDK_Firmware#What_You.27ll_Need
I think this is the hack someone referred to earlier.
TrailBlazer03
Observer
Yeahhhh. Wow. Thread hijack badly. Was talking about the S5 and now we're on the G3 andG9?
Photog
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TrailBlazer03 said:Yeahhhh. Wow. Thread hijack badly. Was talking about the S5 and now we're on the G3 andG9?
Again, sorry for what seemed to be a hijack.
I was actually trying to show that these Canon P&S (Point & Shoot) cameras can produce excellent quality images, for those that feel there might be a problem.
Goodtimes said he was having trouble with his Canon P&S (in his case a G9), and I just want to make sure folks could see that the Canon P&S cameras can really produce great images. I appologize that my P&S examples came from the G3 & G9.
The S5-IS feels really great in the hand, as it has a great finger grip. The big zoom is also very nice to have. If you like wide angle images, you might need to get a lens adapter and a wide angle lens at Lensmate. The lens adapter will also allow you to use a polarized, to reduce reflections and haze.
The S5 has added a hot-shoe for an external flash, and I would definitely make use of that.
I'm not sure what type of camera you are used to using; but I suspect you will be quite happy with an S5-IS.
TrailBlazer03
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Photog said:
I current use a slim line camera. Sony Cybershot DSC T-10
TrailBlazer03
Observer
Just bought the S5 IS combo deal on newegg.com
I'm excited! :victory:
I'm excited! :victory:
TrailBlazer03
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Photog said:
Thank you!!
Canon PowerShot S5 IS Black 8.0 MP Digital Camera
A-DATA Speedy 2GB Secure Digital (SD) Flash Card Model Speedy SD 2G B - OEM
DOLICA WB Series WB-3591 Case
LENMAR EGG02 Battery & Charger
Dolica WT1003 4-sections monopod
For a total of $352 bucks!!