Why do I need to format a new memory card for a digital camera before using it?

Question by tiggirl19: Why do I need to format a new memory card for a digital camera before using it?
We've have just bought a new digital camera and immediately started taking pictures, then read that the memory card should be formatted before using. What now?


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Answer by Terisu
I've done the same thing, and usually it's no problem. Every now and then, the pictures will mysteriously disappear though. Buy an inexpensive card reader and see what's on the card. If you have images there, just transfer them over to your hard drive. Formatting is an easy way to erase old pictures that you've already transferred, but I've gotten by many times by just deleting the pictures using my computer.

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What Properties do I need for a Camera to take very Clear Photos whilst camera is moved?

Question by Josh Broster: What Properties do I need for a Camera to take very Clear Photos whilst camera is moved?
for example, if i wanted a small camera that took photos of small objects, sheets of paper, documents, etc. that were extremely clear yet camera is being moved swiftly as well.
what properties of camera would you look for?


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Answer by xxmeganxx
Anti-Blur.
Flash
Focus
Micro Focus
Face detection

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What does a basic instant camera need to have?

Question by Queen Elizabeth: What does a basic instant camera need to have?
I started to fascinate instant cameras and google the net for the latest models. I also wondered if there's such thing as "digital instant camera". Is there really a "digital instant camera"? And Im also planning to buy a Polaroid 300B. What does a PIC 300B need? Tnx


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Answer by Pearls Before Swine
The Polaroid 300B camera just needs compatible film - Polaroid PIF-300 film will work: http://www.amazon.com/Polaroid-PIF-300-Instant-Cameras-packs/dp/B003TP03TQ/ref=pd_sim_p_1
(It also needs AA batteries but it comes with those)

I know of only one digital instant camera - it's basically a regular digital camera combined with a photo printer. It's the Polaroid Pogo: http://www.amazon.com/Polaroid-CZA-05300B-Instant-Digital-Camera/dp/B001RIYUJQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1308110942&sr=1-1

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What kind of camera would i need if I'm wanting to practice becoming a photographer?

Question by Kourtnee Tennyson: What kind of camera would i need if I'm wanting to practice becoming a photographer?
I'm wanting to buy a new camera so I can start practicing taking professional pictures and editing them. Could someone help me?


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Answer by eyeofjake
Stick to SLR cameras ONLY. No pro shooter uses a point and shoot. You need total control of your camera.

An intermediate range camera is all you need. You won't spend more than say 500-800 bones. Sadly, digital cameras aren't cheap compared to film but oh well. Those days are gone. What you need to spend good money on is the lens. NEVER BUY CHEAP LENSES! PERIOD!!! You can have the best camera in the world but if your lens is crap, every image will be crap.

You need to learn how to manipulate aperture, shutter speed, ISO, water balance, image temp, etc... Either find a good book on it, a photographer that can teach you, or take classes.

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What kind of digital camera do I need to post pictures online?

Question by classy48292: What kind of digital camera do I need to post pictures online?
I need to know what kind of digital camera to purchase to post pictures online to sell stuff.Also besides the camera what do I need to do to put pictures online.Never used a digital camera before or put pictures online ever.Need step by step instructions on how to do this.Also can I get a digital camera that puts pictures online for under 100dollars.


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Answer by Sam
I would suggest the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS85 8.1MP Digital Camera with 4x MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.5 inch LCD

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