Digital Camera Gift Ideas

Sima Capkeeper 2 for SLRs and Digital SLRs

CapKeeper2 is an elastic loop, which wraps around lens barrel of your camera, with lens cap leash. It prevents lens cap loss with adhesive-backed disc attached to the cap. CapKeeper2 is designed for SLR cameras with interchangeable lenses and video cameras.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Perfect Fit
I recently purchased a Canon Powershot SX20IS through Amazon. The lens cap fits securely on the lens barrel but there is no tether, only a clip inside to attach the cap onto the neck strap, which I don’t use. When I saw this item and the reviews were very positive, I decided to buy it. This is THE tether that all super zoom and DSLR cameras should include. The elastic band fits snugly around the lens barrel and the sticky button fits onto the lens cap securely. The tether may be one to two inches on the long side, but better long than too short.

4 Stars Good value for money
The capkeeper does what is supposed to do. I would have give it fivestars if it were customizable for both SLR lenses and ZDSLRs bodies.

4 Stars Great , hard to find item
Hunted all over for these after losing my lens cover. These are perfect, inexpensive and simple to use.

4 Stars So far so good…
I just purchased the Sima Capkeeper 2 and put it on my canon kit lens 28-135. Works great and seems to be sticking pretty securely and although the string is a bit short, it’s doable for this particular lens. I’m not so sure it would be long enough for a larger zoom without interfering.

5 Stars Works excellent with Nikon D40
This product works great with my stock nikon d40 kit lens. The sticky bits stick well, and althought the chord looks a bit short, it fits the 18-55 lens really well. I used a small c clamp to apply pressure to the sticky bit on the lens cap. So far so good! Two thumbs up!

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Joby GP3 Gorillapod SLR Zoom Flexible Tripod with BH1 Ball Head with Bubble Level for Digital SLR Cameras

Gorrilapod SLR – Zoom a heavy-duty version, designed with the serious photographer in mind. It attaches to SLRs (with zoom lenses!), video cameras, and your own tripod head, and can support a whopping 6.6 pounds (3kg)! BH1 Balhead for Gorillapod SLR Zoom The Gorillapod SLR-ZOOM Ball Head. Designed to work with the popular Gorillapod SLR-ZOOM model, the ball head affords users the ability to easily tilt and rotate their cameras, while the Gorillapod provides unwavering support on almost any surface. The ball head is capable of a full 360-degree pan and 90-degree tilt. When locked into place with its indexed adjustment knob, the ball head, like its eponymous Gorillapod, can support up to 3 kg (6.6 lbs). The ball head also includes a quick-release bubble level clip that can remain attached to a camera for effortless, instant setup, ensuring a perfectly level photo every time. Built with the serious photographer in mind, the Gorillapod SLR-ZOOM Ball Head features a precision-machined aluminum housing and an all-metal ball for durability and smooth movement. While it is optimized for use with the Gorillapod SLR-ZOOM tripod, the ball head is equipped with a standard 1/4-inch adapter and can be used atop other tripods as well. It will be available both separately and bundled together with the Gorillapod SLR-ZOOM.

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Canon EF 28 135mm f 3 5 5 6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

Equipped with an Image Stabilizer and high zoom ratio, the Canon EF 28-135mm standard zoom lens delivers sharp, natural-looking pictures virtually ever time. The lens is particularly handy for places where flashes are prohibited, as it excels in dim lighting without requiring a flash or a tripod. Other features include a ring-type USM for swift, silent autofocusing and full-time manual focusing; a close focusing distance of 20 inches; and a maximum aperture of f/3.5 to 5.6. The lens carries a one-year warranty.

• Focal length: 28-135mm
• Maximum aperture: 1:3.5-5.6
• Lens construction: 16 elements in 12 groups
• Diagonal angle of view: 75 to 18 degrees
• Focus adjustment: Rear focusing system with USM
• Closest focusing distance: 1.6 feet
• Zoom system: Rotating type
• Filter size: 72mm
• Dimensions: 3.1 inches in diameter, 3.8 inches long
• Weight: 18.9 ounces

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Nice lens
Great lens. Usual Canon quality. I look forward to taking lots of pictures with it.

4 Stars love it!
I absolutely loved the versatility and picture quality of this lens!! love it, love it, love it!! Also, I received it a lot quicker than I expected!!

3 Stars not impressed
This lens came rattling in a plain box, wrapped in bubble wrap. Focus and contrast was not as sharp as I expected – perhaps the poor packing/shipping had some effect on this or perhaps it is a bad copy. It makes me wonder if this lens wasn’t the same one that a previous customer returned, since I remember reading a review that mentioned the lack of box and manual.

5 Stars Great alternative to the L glass
If you can’t afford to buy L glass, this is the way to go. I debated for a long time between this one and 24-105L and finally decided to get the 28-135 instead. Mounted on my 40D, I get results that are very close to my prime lenses. Not as sharp, but close. I’ve yet to have problems with autofocus, even in dark room and the USM autofocus is great. The only downfall of this lens is the construction – the lens is a bit wobbly and the zoom creep is present if you point the lens down.

5 Stars This lens came with my Canon 40D, and I like it – a lot.
I’ve only recently gotten my Canon 40D and, as I said in the title, this lens came with it. So far, I am really happy with the detail it came capture.

I added an image of a Downy Woodpecker to the images area and the detail of the bird is very good. I’m still learning how to use my camera and lens, but so far, I am really happy. The picture was taken late in the afternoon, in the shade. I couldn’t see the bird all that well. I had the 40D on auto and the lens all the way out (max mag). I used Picasa to lighten the pic and was really happy with what I ended up with. It sure didn’t look that good in the tree.

I guess, when I get more proficient with the camera, I’ll be able to take better photos, but with Picasa, I’ll be okay.

Bobby T.

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Nikon Coolpix L100 10MP Digital Camera with 15x Optical Vibration Reduction VR Zoom

The Coolpix L100 puts the power of a 15x telephoto zoom into a compact easy to use design. A wide variety of images can be captured with the Coolpix L100 from wide angle scenes (28mm) to telephoto (420mm). Ideal for family sports or travel photography the Coolpix L100 can shoot up to 30 consecutive pictures at 13 frames per second. The scene auto selector the Coolpix L100 automatically selects the appropriate scene mode for best results.

User Ratings and Reviews

2 Stars Bad image quality
I have used sony and canon cameras all my life. This was the first Nikon camera i got. Picture quality isn’t as great as others although some features seem to be neat.

5 Stars digital camera review
Excellent camera for the cost. Would recommend it to anyone. Very easy to transfet to computer.

5 Stars Great product for the money – can use rechargable
Hi, I bought this item from Amazon for their Thanksgiving sale. I should say it is a great product for the money I paid. I have used several 3x optical zoom cameras earlier . So, as far as optical zoom is concerned, I love this.

Lots of features in it. People who rate tis item as “crappy” did not read the manual for sure.

We can use rechargable batteries as it comes with the 1.1 version firmware from Nikon. Even if your camera has 1.0 firmware, you can easily download and install the firmware with almost ultra low work effort.

I think most of te pieces sold by Amazon come with 1.1 firmware.It is decently liht in weight, easy to use and does great as far as focusing. it has all possible options to shoot all types of pictures.

I will continue to write more as I explore more and more territories in the camera….. Good luck!

5 Stars Nikon Coolpix L100
Excellent product and results. It takes awhile for a novice like me to learn the various functions and how to execute their commands but it’s amazing what this small camera’s capabilities are; particularly considering the price range.

4 Stars Great Camera
This is a Great Camera. I read the reviews after I purchased it. I agree that after you take it out of the box and just start shooting pictures, they may not come out very good. That is why you HAVE TO READ THE MANUAL! After reading the manual, I LEARNED how to take great pictures indoors, outdoors, low lighting, high lighting, it all does fantastic. The pictures with this camera are perfect! Very bright, sharp, detailed, etc. If you learn how, you wont have a dull colored picture.

Tip —- Inside pics can be taken in the Auto Mode, but NOT the Easy Auto Mode. Also make sure you use the flash.

Tip —- Very close up pics inches away, you should use the Micro or Macro mode. You can experiment with the flash.

At first I thought I got ripped off as the pictures looked terrible. After reading the manual, I learned how to take awsome, sharp, great looking pictures.

You just have to read and learn how to use all the options such as vibration, motion, etc.

This isnt a point and shoot camera. Thats why it cost more than a $89 camera. Its a high quality camera for a low price of around $200. I am very, very picky on picture quality. This camera does great!

So far, I think the battery life is better than the cameras I have had in the past that I paid just under $100 for. It does take 4 AA batteries rather than 2 batteries. You do not want to use rechargable batteries. Just get the lithium batteries for about $7 for a pack of 4, and they last a good long time for any family get together. If your on vacation, you can spend about $21 bucks and have about 3 sets for the whole week, even though you probably wont need them all.

I had a fujifilm finepix 5mp camera that took awsome picutes with 3x optical zoom. I traded it for a samsung 7mp 3x optical, but was disappointed. My new nikon coolpix 10mp 15 optical takes just as great pictures as my old fuji film, but I now get 15x opt. zoom.

I took a picture of our Christmas tree from across the room with my new Nikon and my guitar amplifier was in the picture. After I took the picture, I zoomed on on the picture (after it was already taken), and I could read the words on the amplifier knobs, from all the way across the room. That really blew me away!!!

If you are willing to read the manual and LEARN about the camera, then this is for you. IF your not into tech stuff and learning about how to use something (like my elderly parents), then get a cheaper low end camera.

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