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DSLR Gift Pick: Nikon D80

Uno mas day left. Most of the big name stores are running low on the point-and-shoot inventory, but there is a good chance the DSLRs are still available, if you want to shell out the cash. If you are going to pick any DSLR, the Nikon D80 is a must. more »

11:48 AM ON MON DEC 24 2007
BY TRAVIS HUDSON
4,049 views, 23 comments

Gifts for the Intermediate Photographer: Canon PowerShot S3 IS

Point and shoots too bland, but not ready to tackle a DSLR yet? Don't fret, there is a happy medium out there with these "super zoom" cameras. The Canon PowerShot S3 IS is one of the top contenders for the heart of the intermediate photographer. more »

5:04 PM ON SAT DEC 22 2007
BY TRAVIS HUDSON
3,455 views, 25 comments

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Flip Video Ultra is a Camcorder for the Simple-Minded

Camcorders are gadgets that seem simple on the outside, but can get complicated quickly. DV tapes, inputs, outputs, video editing software and the like can confuse and frustrate most. The Flip Video Ultra is a simple solution to complicated camcorders. more »

4:44 PM ON FRI DEC 21 2007
BY TRAVIS HUDSON
1,768 views, 3 comments

Canon PowerShot SD850 IS is the Point and Shoot Dreams are Made Of

In most cases people won't be giving and receiving DSLRs around the holidays. The most common type of camera gift is the point and shoot digital camera and one of the tops dogs is the Canon PowerShot SD850 IS. more »

11:41 AM ON FRI DEC 21 2007
BY TRAVIS HUDSON
8,187 views, 31 comments

The Lowdown on HD Camcorders

It's probably time to retire that old shoulder-mounted VHS camcorder for something a little less 1995 for a small and fancy HD camcorder. I would go and put together a nice 10 point guide on everything you would ever need to know about buying an HD camcorder, but you know what, Charlie White has already done it. He took a look at seven of the top HD camcorders out there and also pieced together a handy guide at what to look for and to know when shopping for that HD camcorder. So click along and see it for yourself.

4:52 PM ON TUE DEC 18 2007
BY TRAVIS HUDSON
5,209 views, 4 comments

Latest by valis: @liquidsoapdispenser: I also have the JVC gzhd7 and I can tell you that is enought for me. The images are very good. I know there are better cameras out there, but I don't change mine. more »

Joby Gorillapod is a Digital Camera's New Compadre

I hate to declare my fanhood for anything, but I am a full-blown supporter of the Joby Gorillapod. The Gorillapod is a flexible and versatile "tripod" for all types of digital cameras. I use the word tripod loosely because it has the same functionality of a tripod by holding a camera upright for steady or timed pictures, but with the flexible and gripping legs it can attach to a wide variety of objects. There are a few different version including the original, SLR variant, SLR zoom-lens variant and the Solo. Prices start at $25. [Product page]

12:40 PM ON TUE DEC 18 2007
BY TRAVIS HUDSON
1,277 views, 5 comments

Latest by djfred: I second all the thumbs up. Mine stays pretty much permanently attached to my camera. It also works great as a shoulder/chest brace for hand held shots with longer exposure times. But I'd definitely recommend anyone with an SLR get the more »

Gifts for the Wire-Freak: Nikon Coolpix S51c

The greatest thing about the digital camera revolution is the ability to take an endless amount of pictures. The downside is having to off-load those pictures onto a computer, which can be more than a hassle at times. Nikon's Coolpix S51c tries to ease that burden by including a wireless transfer option. Other nice features include the 3-inch LCD, 8.1-megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom and face tracking ability. It is available for $260. [Circuit City]

12:25 PM ON SAT DEC 15 2007
BY TRAVIS HUDSON
2,634 views, 10 comments

Gifts for the Myspace-Obsessed: Quikpod Monopod

Have that niece, nephew or other youngster obsessed with Myspace? Give him or her a Quikpod so those stereotypical Myspace self portraits and look a little better. Nobody likes to see sidearm in a downward facing Myspace shot, and the Quikpod can fix that. It it essentially just an extendable and hand-held monopod. Attach your camera to the end, set the camera's timer and hold the Quikpod for the desired angle. This simple device is available for $25, and an industrial size model for DSLRs is also available for $50. [Product Page]

8:38 AM ON FRI DEC 7 2007
BY TRAVIS HUDSON
1,484 views, 4 comments

Latest by Fierock: I think Gawker must own big share of Fromm Works Inc. more »

Eye-Fi Wireless SD Card Makes the Lazy Lazier

The Eye-Fi is the latest and greatest technology that will probably be used by every digital camera user within a year or two. It essentially turns any camera into a Wi-Fi device capable of uploading pictures to photo sharing website as well as your home network, minus all of the messy cables. The 2GB variant of this card if available for $100. Check out our hands-on review here. [Eye-Fi]

9:45 AM ON MON DEC 3 2007
BY TRAVIS HUDSON
472 views, 2 comments

Sanyo Xacti DMX-HD700 is a Tiny, Effective HD Camcorder

Now that you have received your fabulous HDTV, it's time to high-def another gadget in your household — the camcorder. Sanyo's Xacti series is one of the better HD camcorders because of the size, price and quality. These camcorder weigh less than a pound. The 720p camcorder captures HD video in AVC/H.264 and can also take 7.1-megapixel still images. $600. [Product Page]

1:46 PM ON FRI NOV 30 2007
BY TRAVIS HUDSON
214 views, Comment

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Sony T100 Compact Digital Camera is Cute, Compact, Quality

For the compact point-and-shoot enthusiasts not much gets better all around than the Sony T100. Here's the lowdown: it's a a super small 3-inch by 2-inch camera with an LCD display that covers almost the entire backside. It takes 8.1 megapixel pictures of goodness with the assistance of the 5x optical zoom Carl Zeiss lens. It is also available in red, black and silver. The $400 price tag may seem a bit steep, but this is one few digital cameras that earns my frugal stamp of approval. It does lack an optical viewfinder, but those are so 1995. more »

8:00 AM ON WED NOV 7 2007
BY TRAVIS HUDSON
162 views, Comment