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Kodak KLIC 7004 Li Ion Rechargeable Battery for Kodak Digital Cameras and Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera

Through the years, Kodak has led the way with an abundance of new products and processes that have made photography simpler, more useful and more enjoyable. Today, the company’s work increasingly involves digital technology, combining the power and convenience of electronics with the quality of traditional photography to produce systems that bring levels of utility and fun to the taking, “making” and utilization of images.

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5 Stars Kodak KLIC-7004
The battery was, as described, brand new in original package and works perfectly in my Kodak M1033 camera.

4 Stars Works OK
I needed this extra battery for my 10MP V1073 Kodak camera since I only use the top quality settings for pictures and video. My only con is the amount of time it lasts fully charged. Kodak should have made it at least 1600 mAh.

4 Stars Good battery, crappy company.
I got these to allow me to take more pictures using a Kodak V1253, and it works just as well as the original battery. Alas, after years of being a fan of Kodak’s cameras, they have treated me so poorly recently that this will be the last product of theirs I will EVER own. If you’ve got a Kodak that needs these batteries, by all means, this will suit your needs perfectly. If you’re considering buying one of this company’s products, I recommend you select another brand.

5 Stars Kodak camara batery
My camara has a battery already and it recharges on it; but I like to have and extra for special occasions. Fast delivery thank you.

5 Stars Must have!
If you plan on actually shooting enough video to fill the max size SDHC card for the camera that this battery supports, then you need this battery, otherwise you’ll run out of power before you’re done.

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Nikon SB 600 Speedlight Flash for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras

compatible with Nikon digital SLRs and other select Nikon cameras * fully automatic and manual modes * wireless remote operation * 4 selectable frequency channels * vertical and horizontal angle adjustment * number of flashes: About 200 per set of fresh batteries * weight: about 10.6 oz. (without battery) *

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars A Fine Flash, But Pretty Big
This Nikon unit certainly does its job. It is very well-made and solid with lots of adjustments possible. However, for an amateur such as myself it is probably more flash than I will ever use. I also have a Nikon SB400 Flash, a much smaller, lighter and less expensive device, which serves my needs well. What I am trying to say is that one should carefully consider one’s planned uses before buying. Regardless of this, the SB600 is a fine flash and for those who need its many capabilities it can’t be beaten. Buy it and enjoy it!

5 Stars Great!
I just got into some flash photography and lighting situations. This light is great and definitely puts off enough flash to share around! I can’t complain about this. I’ll definitely be buying an SB900 so I can use that as a commander and use my SB600 as a slave since you can’t do that by itself.

4 Stars Very Happy With Purchase
This was my second flash purchase. My first was an SB-400 which I like for it’s portability. The SB 600 is much more versatile and has a lot more to offer. If you are going to purchase one flash, the SB-600 would be the one I would start with.

I have achieved amazing shots by bouncing light off walls and ceilings. I like that the SB-600 can swivel and tilt the flash head. It allows me to bounce light in from any aspect ration’s composition.

The flash also fires and recycles very quickly.

It comes with a decent case. I wish it had a compartment for the Stofen diffuser.

I would repeat this purchase and order a Stofen diffuser at the same time if you get the SB-600 flash.

Why only 4 stars? I think they could have made the off camera use easier. I have found the directions for working the flash off camera confusing. I have been able to make it work. It could be a lot more user friendly. Off camera lighting opens up great opportunities in photography.

4 Stars Fits my needs with auto functions
It is much easier to do nice pictures indoor also in big halls with this flash. Much better then with internal flash on my D300. Zooming function works also well. I need to practice bounce flash more but for direct use for example on objects that are far away or use in a big rooms it works well. In short distance it could be little softer or I would recommend additional diffuser even I didn’t try any by myself (it has builtin 14mm wide angle diffuser which is quite ok)

5 Stars Excellent starter flash!
I have a Nikon D60, and its little built-in flash can’t quite keep up with the photography I do (shooting in dark hotel lobbies, homes, et cetera). What a difference this SB-600 flash makes!

The AF grid that the flash projects (IR, so it’s not visible) really helps my camera focus in lower light conditions. It still has trouble with some things, like mascot costume faces (where is the face? confused!), but it’s still an improvement over not using the SB-600.

I may want to get the SB-800 at some point, but I’m happy for now!

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Samsung SPF 87H 8 Inch Touch of Color Digital Photo Frame

The SPF-87H 8″ wide digital photo frame by Samsung is almost as beautiful as the photos it showcases. With new Touch of Color design, a sophisticated gray color is blended into the ultra-thin frame. You can even use the 87H as a second mini monitor by connecting to your PC. Plus 1GB of built-in memory gives you more than enough room for all of your photos. Relive your memories in crystal clear, high-resolution images.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Good product to have in your room
I recently puchased this product and I am satisfied with what was written on site for product specification.

It does not come with remote but still you will find it very easy to use it.

Picture quality is good.

2 Stars samsung product does not work per spec
I recently purchased a samsung spf-87h digital photo frame. I wanted to use the frame as a mini monitor. setup the frame for photos which worked fine. I have windows vista could not find frame manager software which is required. I thought of returning it but threw all packaging away. Hope this may help someone else.

4 Stars Great Look
I was looking for good looking frame to match with my table (Black), then I had got this one. It really got nice look and good features. Pros are 1GB internal Memory, Good Looks, Almost all type of Media support, can be used as another monitor.

Cons are No Remote control, Control buttons are quite hard and its quite delicate.

5 Stars A Stellar Digital Frame
I tried to do a lot of research before buying my first digital picture frame and it all pointed to this Samsung model. Friends told me I could get a similar frame for half the price but the facts didin’t bear it out.

The lines of this frame are crisp and stylish, great for any decor. I have a traditional house heavy on the antiques and it fits in as well as it would in a modernist minimalist setting.

The picture quality and the apect ratio are awesome, much better than on most of the frames I looked at. It’s easy to set up and use; though I do have to tell you it comes with only a quick guide; if you want the in depth instructions you have to download the guide from Samsung.

It’s great in that it has a built in memory as well as accepting a card and a memory stick. It has lots of display options and a shuffle capability that make every time you turn it on a different experience. Very pleased, in fact am going to buy another and most of my friends who have seen it are now going to ‘upgrade’ from their other frames!

3 Stars Nice little screen
My interest in this picture frame was in it’s ability to function as a second computer monitor. I have a small computer that I carry with me on my motorcycle. I wanted the second monitor to facilitate my trading software when I’m on the road. This screen functions well, but I don’t like the connecting cord,that has two different length pigtails. That’s really messy. The draws backs are the upgrade for the firm ware, I can’t get it to download with out corruption. You also have to down load the software from the samsung web site to install the controlling software to use this as a second computer monitor. This is almost a great idea. I was looking for a combination TV/DVD/Picture frame/monitor in the 10 inch range. I know that is asking quite a bit, but as long as I’m in the world of fantasy why not express my true desires for a multi-use picture frame.

There is nothing wrong with this product. It functions as advertised. I wish I’d purchased the SPF-105P, this might have fit my needs a little better.

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Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Camera Aqua NEWEST MODEL

Its small enough to fit in a pocket, but why would you ever want to put it there? Whether out on the town or just hanging with friends, the Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera captures every experience in stunning 1080p HD video. Stay in focus while youre on the move with integrated image stabilization. Then kick back and watch all the action on your HDTV or share your scene on YouTube with the built-in USB. The Zi8 pocket video camera has all you need to define yourself in high definition.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Great Camera, but think about buying it elsewhere!
Great camera, but Amazon sent me one in packaging that had obviously been opened. Was it a used camera? Who knows and that’s the point. If I’m paying for a new camera I want to know its new with sealed packaging. So I sent it back and asked for a NEW one. Got the same thing-packaging had been opened. I kept it b/c I couldn’t wait, but next time I’m going elsewhere for electronics. You might want to do the same…

4 Stars Nifty gadget at good price with packed features
Researched through multiple reviews aka bought with eyes wide open.

- No audio issues or need to upgrade FW

- Good picture quality for indoor recording under florescent light

- Poor picture quality under dimmer indoor lighting

- Good quality with EIS enabled for action recording (soccer game) with 720/60fps

- Shakiness pronounced with 1080p

- Upload to Youtube simple

Expected shortcomings:

- Battery life low. Bought Tekleon TekCharge MP1800 to make up.

- No SDHC card (somehow my impression was it came with 8G). Bought Class 6 Sandisk 16G.

If Flip could capture photos, Flip might rank better in ease of use.

2 Stars Get the Zi6 instead
I have had a Zi6 for a year and found it to be a great little camera. It has been used and abused but works like a champ. Wanted a second camera and figured I would get the latest model the Zi8. In this case I found the Zi8 a big disappointment. The Zi8 uses a Li-Ion battery verses the AA batteries used in the Zi6. With the Zi6 a pocket full of AA batteries kept you shooting video all day. I have two of the Li-Ion batteries and in 90 minutes I have discharged both batteries. The audio on the Zi8 has a lot to be desired. Bottom line: Get a Zi6 before they are all gone. In this case newer ISN’T better!

5 Stars Handy, Fun, Does what I wanted it to.
I am pleased with the Zi8. I have several Sony, Nikon, etc. photo, camera phones and camcorders. This fits in a niche. My first Kodak digital of any kind. Well done. Would have preferred an external SD card slot but 8 GB is plenty for what I do. Battery life is good,too.

2 Stars Lense broke in less than a month
Good product in concept. After a month the lense broke off of the camera. This lense is actually recessed into the camera. For it to fail ment the clips that hold into place snapped off.

Kodak no help in fixing.

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Canon Deluxe Photo Backpack 200EG for Canon EOS SLR Cameras Black with Green Accent

Made of rugged nylon Canon Deluxe Backpack 200EG holds up to 2 camera bodies, 4 lenses, plus accessories. Due to its lightweight construction it features a well-arranged divider system for a secure storage and an easy access, padded shoulder straps and a comfortable back padding. Add to this tripod carrying straps and a front webbing ideal for lashing light jacket, sweater, etc.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Great camera bag
Great bag, inside is configurable with the velcro dividers. I can easily fit all my gear in it. Smaller front zippered pouch can fit a book and the other zippered pocket can hold my laptop (14″). It has accessory straps all over but I removed them – you can easily put them back on if needed. I also took a tip from one of the reviewers and sewed the buckle strap across the front for added security, simple needle and thread job. Front lashing is very useful and the overall material of the bag is very sturdy.

3 Stars Not great for heavy use
This bag has a lot of little pockets and straps on it and pretty good capacity inside, but I haven’t found it to be a good quality bag for regular use. After about a year both of the zipper pulls on the main compartment snapped off – like just broke in half. It’s obviously a design flaw – I’ve never had a zipper on anything break this way. I have to use a key ring now to open and close the zipper – not the most convenient. I like that the velcro compartments let you reshape how things fit inside, but with no straps or covers on any of the compartments I find that things slip around inside the bag unless I can make them really snug in the compartment. There are two large zipper compartments inside – would be better if they were divided into several small ones for things like batteries, cables, filters, etc. Like it is they are all just jumbled together in the two big pockets. The backpack straps are well padded and seem sturdy, and the fabric on the outside has remained in good shape for how much I lug it around. It’s not a bad little bag for the money if you don’t have lots of little pieces you carry along or don’t plan on giving it lots of use.

5 Stars Great Camera bag
The Deluxe Canon camera bag is really a great value. It is sturdy and well built. It has lots of space for your camera and lenses. I currently have two camera’s in the bag – it is that big. The interior has adjustable, movable walls so it can configured or re-configured as needed. The material is very durable. I would recommed this bag to anyone looking for a camera bag.

4 Stars Fantastic deal and I could not be happier
I went ahead and read most reviews on this back pack. One thing to realize is if you are looking for a backpack to carry a lot of your gear and protect it this may be for you. If you are looking for a “Pro” or custom back pack you may want to look else where. I looked at several options for back packs and for what I need as a hobbyist and not a professional this really fits perfectly. I read where people are wanting to have very easy access to their equipment while on the go and this is the type of backpack that you will need a little bit of time and area to set the pack down to remove equipment properly and safely. This is what I carry in my bag:

Canon 50d

18-55mm lens

50mm lens

1 flash

Sony hand held video camera

chargers for both cameras

memory cards

odds and ends

I still have room for the 24-70mm I want to pick up.

4 Stars Very nice backpack for a decent price
I own a Canon 30D with three lenses (a 50mm lens, a 70-300 lens, and a 28-75 lens) as well as a few other standard accessories such as an external flash, an extra battery and charger, and a few lens filters and caps. All fit perfectly in this bag and I still have room left in some of the other pockets for our small pocket digital camera, a small camcorder, a few cords and a chip reader. That STILL leaves room for the occasional bottle of water and other snacks you might want to throw in the bag if you only want to carry one bag onto an airplane or into an amusement park. We have two small (under 4) children and I find that this backpack is very light and is easily manageable even while carrying one of them. Now that you can find this bag for $30-35 bucks I highly recommend it for those who want a bag with lots of room but that’s lightweight. The only drawback is that you can’t easily retrieve the camera from the bag while wearing it on your back (the camera sits in the very top of the bag pointing down) – but as an amateur/novice I rarely find myself having a need to grab the camera that quickly anyway. I would also like to see it offered in more color combinations, but the dark green/black combination isn’t that bad.

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