Newbie

Snickers · Jul 28, 2003

I am wanting to pick up the hobby of amateur photography. What type of digital camera would you suggest? I probably would not blow up the pictures beyond an 8x10. What mega pixel should I not go under in order for these pictures to not turn out grainy? Thanks for your help.

voodoocat · Jul 28, 2003

A 3MP digicam should give you good 8x10's. 2 will do it, but its not that sharp. Get yourself a camera that will give you manual control of the exposure.

BMW-M6 · Jul 28, 2003

Welcome to the boards.

Unfortunately I'm a sorta newbie myself and I don't know a thing
about digital cameras.

Enjoy your stay here, I'm sure others will be able to help you out

Conk · Jul 28, 2003

Even though the board is new to me I'd like to welcome you also.
As far as a good starter camera there are many. I agree Voodoocat about the pixel range for printing.
Canon has a great line of s series cameras and the A70 seems to be the best seller right now.
It might be a good idea to go to http://www.steves-digicams.com/ and read some reviews.
Hope to see some photos soon.