Looks that Canon 50/1.8 is not really too well sealed for dust. I have kept
it in my bag with just back and front covers, and now there is quite a lot
of dust between glass elements.
Has anyone removed dust from this lense successfully? Is it worth the hassle

Is anyone familiar with the Nikon D80 (for myself) and/or the Nikon S10 (for
my friend).  I have had several Nikon cameras and liked them all.  Right
now, I am using the Nikon 8880 and would probably continue to use it, in
combination with a new camera.  I really like the 8880 ...

This question is directed at those who have used both Canon and Nikon
DSLR.  Do you notice any difference in color rendition between the two
cameras?
Do you notice any difference in image quality (11x14 and 13x19

My Kodak DC 120 appears to be done, but it was fine for my uses, even
at 1 MB.  I need to take good close up photos for items that are
anywhere from half an inch square to several inches square.  Any ideas
about a 2 to 3 MB digital camera that is reliable and inexpensive, and

I am looking to buy a new digital camera.
I am completely ignorant about digital brand cameras. I have an old
Cannon sure shot camera presently, which I rarely use.
It was suggested that I purchase a digital camera by the local film

Have no fear, sports fans.  The Totally Digital D60 is not dead yet!
http://www.pbase.com/image/68109537

In the "ISO setting vs Noise" thread, I mentioned a co-worker's
dilemma when taking pictures of his son playing hockey indoors.  He
wanted fast shutter, smallest aperture (most DOF), and lowest ISO, all
at a reasonable price.

Jak gives a big thumbs up to the boy-loving, page-diddling Republicans!
Taste their balls and scrotum and lick their a.s! Cradle the balls and
work the shaft for America!

is there a good quality digital compact camera with fixed or zoom lens,
manual control as well as auto & a good quality lens?

    I use Linux for pretty much everything, and am in the process of
getting a new camera after all these years. I'll be using RAW fairly
frequently, and want to ensure I take advantage of the increased bit depth.
    However, the main software I use, Gimp, currently does all its

I have a Nikon Coolpix 8400.  Is there a twain driver for it so I can
use it directly with some graphics software that I have? It would help
me a lot.
You can always send an email to robin.vandebroek@gmail.com.

I have been having problems with this bloody awful camera ever
since I bought it.
 Usually, at random intervals the camera will cease to function and
freeze with the lens partly retracted. Mostly this can be overcome by

I have a Kodak DC-290 digicam which has an E1 firmware error. Does ANYONE
have firmware they could send me for an attempt at repairing my camera. Your
help greatly appreciated.
kbowman12@cfl.rrDOTcom

Hi;
I bought a Sony Digital Camera (Cybershot DSC-T10). I spent 25 minutes
with the sales rep who assured me that I could get the date the photo
was taken displayed on the image. I cant figure out how to do it. It

What is the advantage of Kodak V705 over Kodak V610, other than 7
megapixels CCD?
How's about the lens and image stabilizer? I am confused with their
specs in the kodak's website.