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Summary: Pentax EI-200
Review: A very nice camera for a new user to the more advanced. Very easy to use, made me feel like a pro. Great Photos.
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Summary: Very happy with this camera!
Review: Despite the fact that the first EI-200 I received needed warranty service because the display alternated between color & b/w, I'm very happy with this camera. It's a very intuitive compact 3x optical zoom camera. The USB connectivity works great with your PC, and transferring photos to your PC is -much- faster than cameras with a serial connector. Connecting the camera to your TV for a "slide show" is quick and easy, too. It wouldn't hurt to consider the HP618 as an alternative. The camera is almost exactly the same; just has HP's logo. I believe HP throws in a few extra accessories with the camera, too. Must have's for this camera: At least 8 NiMH rechargeable batteries (4 to run the camera; 4 for a spare set), NiMH battery charger, LowePro D-Res 25AW camera case (fits the camera like a glove), Viking Compact Flash Type I Memory Card (at -least- 32Mb; I went for 64Mb). Check the Pentax website for a free operating system upgrade to 1.11; addresses some issues with fuzzy photos. Check out the Digita Photo website for free scripts to customize menus, watermarks, etc. (Pentax licenses the operating system from Digita).
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Summary: Very happy with this camera!
Review: Despite the fact that the first EI-200 I received needed warranty service because the display alternated between color & b/w, I'm very happy with this camera. It's a very intuitive compact 3x optical zoom camera. The USB connectivity works great with your PC, and transferring photos to your PC is -much- faster than cameras with a serial connector. Connecting the camera to your TV for a "slide show" is quick and easy, too. It wouldn't hurt to consider the HP618 as an alternative. The camera is almost exactly the same; just has HP's logo. I believe HP throws in a few extra accessories with the camera, too. Must have's for this camera: At least 8 NiMH rechargeable batteries (4 to run the camera; 4 for a spare set), NiMH battery charger, LowePro D-Res 25AW camera case (fits the camera like a glove), Viking Compact Flash Type I Memory Card (at -least- 32Mb; I went for 64Mb). Check the Pentax website for a free operating system upgrade to 1.11; addresses some issues with fuzzy photos. Check out the Digita Photo website for free scripts to customize menus, watermarks, etc. (Pentax licenses the operating system from Digita).
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Summary: unique workhorse
Review: I bought this camera in may 2001 just prior to son number 1 being born. I liked the price and the extra options. Since that time, roughly 2 years+, I have taken 6000 pictures. I have used a bunch of digital cameras- this feels a whole lot like a 35mm point and shoot and not a boxy- space aged design (thank god). The pictures in best jpeg mode, or even better tiff mode(I bought a 128 cf card quickly) the resolution and clarity is great. 5x7's and even 8 x 10's print quite nicely. Battery drain is strong even with 1600-2100 nmh rechargeable batteries. I reccomend energizer E squared lithium batteries, they last forever. I like the presets and the manual exposure controls and the digita operating system is super user friendly.Its best to back off a subject at home, and use the 3x optical zoom that way the picture will not wash out. the digital 2x zoom does not produce great pictures. I cannot beleive how fast the pics transfer to the pc via usb- its amazing. If you want a decent camera, with a bit more punch than any other p+s 2 mp, and you are an individual who wants something a bit more rare and special than the olympus or canon that everyone else has, this is for you.
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Summary: Great little camera
Review: I have nothing but good to say about this camera. I own several film cameras, but digital is the way to go. The EI 200 is light and gives good battery life. With a 64 mg compact flashcard I filled the card and used only one set of batteries. The LCD screen disappears in bright light, so trying to change settings in difficult. This also makes macro difficult because you cannot see to focus. The situation with the LCD screen is the reason I gave it 4 stars rather than 5. I also wish Pentax made a remote which works light a cable release. The one they offer with the 3 second delay is a waste of money. Has any camera manufacturer come up with a digital camera with interchangable and manual focus lenses? That would be the best of both worlds. However, the EI 200 is a nice, light camera for use when size or weight is important. You can shoot to your hearts content without having to worry about wasting film. Purchasing this camera was an excellent choice.
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Summary: Great little camera
Review: I have nothing but good to say about this camera. I own several film cameras, but digital is the way to go. The EI 200 is light and gives good battery life. With a 64 mg compact flashcard I filled the card and used only one set of batteries. The LCD screen disappears in bright light, so trying to change settings in difficult. This also makes macro difficult because you cannot see to focus. The situation with the LCD screen is the reason I gave it 4 stars rather than 5. I also wish Pentax made a remote which works light a cable release. The one they offer with the 3 second delay is a waste of money. Has any camera manufacturer come up with a digital camera with interchangable and manual focus lenses? That would be the best of both worlds. However, the EI 200 is a nice, light camera for use when size or weight is important. You can shoot to your hearts content without having to worry about wasting film. Purchasing this camera was an excellent choice.
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Summary: Usefull Electronics
Review: I received this camera as a gift, and found the wonder in not using film. Freinds were captivated, and I was impressed. This is not easy as I am a semi-professional photagrapher for years. Colors and details were exellent, while the auto settings worked great. It has the ability to manual adjust many settings but this is usually not necessary.
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Summary: Just the best darn digital camera out there
Review: I've had the EI - 2000 for about 6 months now and have shot approx 1000 shots with it - I have only had to recharge the batteries 3 times total - very, very good on battery power (prob likely due to the SLR which means you don't chew up battery power looking at what you're going to shoot). Photo quality is superb. Functionality is great - you can use as point and shoot or it also has the ability to totally control the shot if you want. Neatest feature is the Jetsend function - point at a printer, press a button, and the current photo prints. Can't say enough good things about this camera.
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Summary: Kickus assus maximus
Review: Whoah..... I have to admit this is the first digital camera i've ever owned.... It's quite large and heavy, but it has a really great lens and the standard settings are great for starters... The quality of the photo's is superb. I own a few "normal" camera's and i'm not a pro in making photo's. I use both my regular APS and my digital camera when I'm out to take pictures. The big advantage of a digital camera is the direct look and (usually) delete option. This one looks like a camera and not like a discman or mp3player. A camera is made to make photo's and not to look cool in your pocket... The lens is one of the best there is... And it's really user friendly! The big disadvantage is the battery life... it uses 4 aa batteries. .... Despite this little disadvantage it's a 5 star rating in my book!
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Summary: Kickus assus maximus
Review: Whoah..... I have to admit this is the first digital camera i've ever owned.... It's quite large and heavy, but it has a really great lens and the standard settings are great for starters... The quality of the photo's is superb. I own a few "normal" camera's and i'm not a pro in making photo's. I use both my regular APS and my digital camera when I'm out to take pictures. The big advantage of a digital camera is the direct look and (usually) delete option. This one looks like a camera and not like a discman or mp3player. A camera is made to make photo's and not to look cool in your pocket... The lens is one of the best there is... And it's really user friendly! The big disadvantage is the battery life... it uses 4 aa batteries. .... Despite this little disadvantage it's a 5 star rating in my book!
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