Kodak Advantix Preview APS Camera

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1. H. Harvey says:

   September 20, 2010 at 11:43 PM

   Review by H. Harvey for Kodak Advantix Preview APS Camera
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   I’ve owned this gem for about six months and taken a few hundred pictures with it since then. I’m glad I bought it. Here’s the scoop.Pro:
   1. It allows you to take 4 x 6, 4 x 7, or 4 x 11.5 sized pictures with a touch of a button. Even more impressively, though, you can CHANGE THE PRINT SIZE after you’ve already taken the picture! So, you take it in one format, examine it through the large display on back, and then can accept that format, change it to a different format, or delete the picture. It’s a great feature when you’re out shooting scenes or landscapes, and you want to compare how the picture will look in each style.2. With the right film (400 and above), this camera has taken solid pictures for me. I’ve had several folks tell me the quality is professional looking. This was one reason why I chose this camera over a digital camera — the picture sharpness. For those of you considering digital cameras, remember that all but the most advanced of them won’t have the tight pixelization of this cheaper APS camera. 3. The battery is long lasting. I’m on my 400th picture or so and the battery is going strong. 4. This camera uses drop and shoot APS film. APS film, unlike 35 MM, allows for the digitization of your pictures direct from your local processor. I’ve developed every roll with print pictures and a CD-ROM. I can keep the pictures in an album and e-mail some images from the CD to friends and family far away. The Kodak software (Free with the cd) allows you to manipulate the images, make desktop pictures, and other fun stuff. Also, APS processing gets you a neat one-page sheet with the negatives numbered and shown in miniature in case you want to order reprints. 5. The LCD preview, obviously, makes this camera stand out. It’s a clear picture (mostly — see below), and it is 100% accurate in predicting the size and clarity of the final photo. 6. Advanced features — the camera has some advanced flash features (low light, portrait mode, etc.) that prove useful in some circumstances. More impressive, though, is that the camera has an auto-flash mode that ‘knows’ when to use the special features. Neutral
   1. The zoom lens isn’t as powerful as some other APS cameras, but it does its job. Basically, it allows me to get slighly closer than my eye can see, but you’re not going to see a basketball player’s eyes if you’re shooting from the upper level of the arena. For that, you’d need at 35MM camera with a zoom lens. But, if you’re using this camera for ordinary landscapes and close-ups, the lack of a strong telescopic lens doesn’t make much of a difference. Cons:
   1. The flash is rather weak, and if you’re doing a lot of nightime photography, even with fast film, you’d want to get a 35 MM camera that can accomodate a wider range of flashes and lenses. I’ve had several good scenes not turn out so well, because I overestimated the reach of the flash. 2. The LCD screen is great with photos in daylight or dusk, but does less well with photos in the dark. I’ve had a few photos look completely blacked out on the screen but then actually come out looking *okay* when they came back from the lab. But, unless a whole bunch of your photos are taken at night, this shouldn’t be too much of a problem.Overall:
   For what you’re paying, you’re getting a great APS camera with some digital features that takes great pictures, allows you to correct your mistakes, and preview your work. Unless you’re a professional photographer, it’s hard to beat. I’d definitely buy mine again.
2. MJM says:

   September 21, 2010 at 12:15 AM

   Review by MJM for Kodak Advantix Preview APS Camera
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   This camera is an amazing hybrid of digital and film technology. It shoots normal APS film, producing negatives and prints like any standard camera, but it also has an LCD preview screen on the back like a digital camera. Some sneaky optics capture the scene simultaneously on the film and on a digital sensor, allowing you to see your image on the screen — Was it in focus? Did someone blink? Plus, it allows you to select how many copies of that print you would like the photofinisher to make, from 0 to 9. If you shoot a bad picture, choose 0, and you’ll not waste any prints. If you shoot 5 friends and everyone wants a copy, choose 5. Most labs offering APS processing will comply with your wishes, as they are magnetically encoded on the film itself. It should help organize your photographs by not wasting bad prints and by allowing “reprints” right at the camera instead of later. The only drawback is that each new image deletes the previous preview, so you can’t flip through a whole set. Very cool, overall.
3. chris possinger says:

   September 21, 2010 at 12:24 AM

   Review by chris possinger for Kodak Advantix Preview APS Camera
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   first things first, this is a kodak camera, with all the bells and whistles of their most advanced aps cameras on the market now, with one add-on: the window in the back. as a kodak aps camera it delievers some of the highest quality, truest-to-life shots available from a point-and-shoot type camera. ok, so what about the nifty little feature on the back? other reviewers have cited it as a “digital pretender,” it is not so. the preview window is an exciting new feature that will soon be copied by many other camera manufacturers. if you belong to the group of people who prefer analog photos to digital ones (i won’t list the pros and cons of these choices, but i will say that i prefer the analog), this camera will be fabulous for you; if you want digital, go get one of those. this camera gives you a chance to “see” the picture that you just took, pick which of the aps sizes you want *after* you take the picture, add a preprogrammed title to the back, and chose the number of prints you want. i say “see” because the digital picture on the back is actually taken through the viewfinder and modified with complex algorithms through a specially developed processor, and isn’t *exactly* what you will get in the finished picture, but it’s very close-more than adequate to be able to make judgments on aps type, number of prints and such. so, what do all of these options allow you to do? they allow you to save money. let’s say you take this camera with you on a sightseeing trip to france. you no longer have to rely on fate to get that stunning picture of the arc de triomphe at sunset. the preview window lets you see almost exactly the picture you just took, and if you don’t like it, you can take another. however, if you do like the picture you took, you won’t have to take a “just in case” shot, since you know you already got it. furthermore, if you take a horrible picture, you don’t have to pay for it to get processed now. perhaps most conveniently, you no longer have to order entire rolls of doubles, or go through and order reprints one by one: if 6 other people in your tour group would like a copy of your arc photo, you can simply tell the camera to tell your photo-finisher to make 7 copies. if after you take your arc photo you get someone to take one of you in front of the arc, you don’t have to get another copy that no one else will want. for those of us who want an analog camera but lust over the convenience of digital this is by far the best option available as of now.
4. A. Neubaum says:

   September 21, 2010 at 12:24 AM

   Review by A. Neubaum for Kodak Advantix Preview APS Camera
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   This is a very cool camera. I am a scrapbooker (I have two small children) and this is right up my alley! I can take a picture, preview it and if it’s a good one and I know other members of my family will want copies, I can select extra copies. If it’s not, I can select 0 copies and the picture will not be printed. However, it is not erased. It still uses up film. You can also print titles on the back of the picture. How cool is that? Choose between panoramic or regular and it automatically prints that way during photo processing. The viewfinder didn’t bother me any and I found the zoom to be adequate for my needs. I would DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS CAMERA.
5. Anonymous says:

   September 21, 2010 at 1:02 AM

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   This camera is great! Seeing the picture right away has saved sooo much film. We often took 2 or 3 pictures of our child to make sure we “got the shot”. Plus, with family living all over the country the reprint feature is super and keeps me from having to drive back and forth to the store to get film and reprints developed. Well worth the price. Perfect for families and scrapbookers.
6. Anonymous says:

   September 21, 2010 at 1:08 AM

   Review by for Kodak Advantix C750 APS Date Camera
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   I received this camera as a Christmas gift last year. I had done research on the internet and knew I wanted an APS camera with zoom capability. At the time, this camera was very hard to find.The Kodak Adnvantix C750 has given me the sharpest pictures I’ve ever had with any instant camera. Close-ups are excellent. In the year I’ve had the camera, I’ve been on three vacations and every shot was crystal clear.The camera is lightweight, compact and easy to use. Great for family shots or vacation pics.
7. K. Morton says:

   September 21, 2010 at 1:59 AM

   Review by K. Morton for Kodak Advantix C750 APS Date Camera
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   I am not a camera expert, but I am a ‘perfect picture’ fanatic…and this camera leaves me complaint-free. I traveled to Cancun in April and the Bahamas in May, and my pictures captured the weather, water..and scenery so well that I was the envy of the office. I couldn’t believe it! You could see every ripple in the pool and the exact color of the ocean and sky (which I thought wouldn’t be captured). Crisp doesn’t even begin to describe how my pics turned out. While in the Bahamas we took a professional family portrait, then took some shots on my camera for the heck of it. Had I been able to see (beforehand) how my pics would have turned out I NEVER would have paid for a professioanl portrait. They looked EXACTLY the same!! Right now one of my co-workers is a little upset with me because he took my pics home to scan them and upon seeing them his wife threw a tantrum, and demanded a vacation….
8. Mary H Schena says:

   September 21, 2010 at 2:19 AM

   Review by Mary H Schena for Kodak Advantix C750 APS Date Camera
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   This is my first nice camera and I love it! My favorite feature is the zoom. I have a one year old, and it is great to be able to get close up pictures without her grabbing the camera. I also like the date being printed on the back of the pictures. This makes it easy to keep track of her age if I fall behind on organizing my photo albums. I do have one recommendation. Only use 200 speed film (unless you are going to be taking alot of action shots) because the picture quality tends to be alot better than when using 400.
9. Jayson A. Olson says:

   September 21, 2010 at 3:18 AM

   Review by Jayson A. Olson for Kodak Advantix C750 APS Date Camera
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   I purchased this camera for my parents for an upcoming vacation they were going to take. The overall impression was that it was Kodak, came with a better than average zoom feature, provided different modes of APS picture taking and came with numerous rolls of film.When the camera arrived, we were all pleased with its size and weight. It is extremly small and fits my mothers small hands and purse great, and it’s one of the lightest camera’s I’ve ever held.The functionality is pretty straight forward: Takes classic (standard), Panoramic, and HD pics (slightly large than standard) on APS film. We were able to set the date and time and take pics within minutes. Came with a wrist strap, battery, and a decent case as well.However, the first rolls we developed were blurry, clearly the lens was defective upon arrival. We returned the camera and had it repaced with the same model. The pictures turned out excellent, however, the acryllic lens cap was cracked upon arrival. This suggests to me that the lightweight materials and construction may a bit to light weight and fragile for the cost. The saving grace is that it does have one of the better zoom features, it’s size, and the extra film you get with this bundle. Though you get more B&W than color. And despite the slightly cracked lens cover, it takes fabulous pictures for a point and shoot.The only awkward feature was the lens cap/flash combination. The flash is part of the tilt up lens cover. Of course you must fold up the lens cap/cover anytime you take a picture (flash or not), but it seems like it may possibly be susceptible to accidental damage. Especially if you forget to place the zoom feature back to normal. Takes some getting used to.
10. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 4:12 AM

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    When I first saw this camera I thought it looked like a toy and wondered how the pictures would turn out. Well, believe me I was pleasantly surprised…the pictures were beautiful! In any light the pictures were clear, and the raised flash really works in preventing “red-eye”. I would highly recommend this camera to others.
11. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 4:54 AM

    Review by for Kodak F620 Advantix APS Camera w/ Zoom
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    I got this camera on sale so especially for the price I paid I feel like it’s a great little camera. The picture quality is generally good, and it has quite a few features and it’s user-friendly in every way. The only thing that it has done to bother me is get a little fuzzy on long-distance shots when you’re using the zoom (w/o the zoom they’re clear and close up zoom shots are very clear). But a higher speed film (at least 400) seems to minimize that problem. I am looking for a new camera b/c I want a more powerful zoom, but I will continue using this one as well, especially outdoors, for the panoramic mode.
12. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 5:37 AM

    Review by for Kodak F620 Advantix APS Camera w/ Zoom
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    I’ve had a great experience with the Advantix F620. My favorite feature is it prints the date on the back of each photo. The zoom is awesome, and it has an auto shut-off if you forget and leave the camera on.
13. volkswalker says:

    September 21, 2010 at 6:20 AM

    Review by volkswalker for Kodak F620 Advantix APS Camera w/ Zoom
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    This is my third APS camera. Have gotten really excellent photos. Have lots of film to use before moving on to digital.
14. Martin Centers says:

    September 21, 2010 at 6:25 AM

    Review by Martin Centers for Kodak F620 Advantix APS Camera w/ Zoom
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    I have never had an aps camera with a zoom before. It works very well. Was glad I purchased it
15. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 7:19 AM

    Review by for Kodak F620 Advantix APS Camera w/ Zoom
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    Do not try to capture things that move – like kids. You push the button at the perfect moment and the camara takes the picture at least a full second afterwards. By that time the perfect moment is gone. I have so many pictures of my kids looking away because of this. Don’t waste your money. This camara is terribly flawed!
16. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 8:10 AM

    Review by for Canon Original Elph APS Camera
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    The APS system is the last gasp for film photography. I have used this camera for over two years and have had excellent results with two provisos. One, battery life tends to be short. A small battery is required to power numerous automatic and manual functions. Number two, you pay a very hefty premium for compactness and convenience.
17. Leo Hourvitz says:

    September 21, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    Review by Leo Hourvitz for Canon Original Elph APS Camera
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    The Elph is a great snapshot camera. I own a 35mm SLR as well — but I never have it with me. The Elph is so small I take it everywhere, with the result that I take many more pictures! It’s trivial to use and the picture quality is great for a point’n'shoot camera — it’s definitely managed to pull some good photos out of difficult situations. I’d recommend this model over the non-zoom models, because I’ve found having the zoom helps a lot, especially with APS (which you don’t want to enlarge too much).The only things that could make this better are a wider zoom range, and support for mid-roll changes. But with or without those, the Elph has become one of my essential pieces of electronics!
18. B. Morgan says:

    September 21, 2010 at 8:54 AM

    Review by B. Morgan for Canon Original Elph APS Camera
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    I love my Elph. I picked it out for a birthday present and have never been disappointed. I have never had the ‘H’ problem described. I have taken it on two trips to Mexico, it’s small size and reliability continue to impress me. Being pocket sized it has captured so many “once in a lifetime” first steps, smiles for my boys that I probably would have missed with a larger, hang around my neck camera. 3 friends have purchased Elphs after seeing mine, and I bought an Elph (different model) for my mom for Mother’s Day. Highly recommend.
19. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    Review by for Canon Original Elph APS Camera
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    This camera looses when you put in a new roll of film. And, it happened to me with two seperate Cannon Elph’s. The display shows a flashing “H” and you can’t take any pictures. In the manual it says you just have to take the battery out to fix this problem. Most of the time the film gets ruined and when you take the battery out the date get reset. I would not buy another Elph camera. It irks me that Canon obviously knew about this problem when they put the camera on the market (since they describe it in their manual) but chose to sell a defective product. Thanks Megan
20. A high school student says:

    September 21, 2010 at 9:27 AM

    Review by A high school student for Canon Original Elph APS Camera
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    I bought this camera mainly for it’s small size and ease of use. I spent hours comparing and I am very pleased with my final choice. Buy the Elph2, it is more rugged than the Elph and also does not have the pop up flash(this breaks very easily) It works very well if you wear it on your belt, I recently went to NYC on a school trip and everybody loved its small size.
21. A. Krofta says:

    September 21, 2010 at 10:26 AM

    Review by A. Krofta for Olympus i Snap APS Camera, Sonic Sky
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    I recommend for those who like using APS cameras to first try the one-time use verisons before buying this one. I have used two one-time use Kodak Advantix cameras, 35 mm single use, Poloraid instant camera, and 28 mm or 110 Kodak Cameo Camera. But I seem to like having more options and this is what came up. However, the Olympus i Snap APS camera doesn’t have the Panamoric view, nor the Print H type available…just the Print C type available and that is 4″ x 6″ print type available on this camera. I remember paying alot to have a few panamoric prints being processed and that didn’t come cheap. So, if you want three Print types available, then buy a used Kodak Advantix Camera instead of this one. Also, I think the resulting prints depends on what brand name film cartidge you use, the lighting, and how the exposed film is temporaily stored before it is taken in to be processed.
22. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 10:37 AM

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    Even at the age of 12, I think this camera would be great for kids, because its easy to reload film into and it’s not hard to work with. I think it’s a pretty cool camera, because there is color to it instead of the plain old normal gray and black. You don’t have to worry about you’re kids breaking a hundred dollar camera the first time they you use it. I would give this product a five star rating.
23. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 11:07 AM

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    I think that this is a terrible camera. Even though it is very stylish, it takes bad pictures. Even if you have bright lighting the pictures look dark. I would not suggest buying this camera.
24. Wayne Chung says:

    September 21, 2010 at 11:17 AM

    Review by Wayne Chung for Canon Elph 2 APS Camera Kit
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    This puppy is a piece of art + machine all in one. The miniature size and high quality production materials make this product a thing to put on a pedestal. But what do you care if it doesn’t perform? Well it does just great in all sorts of light conditions. I’ve taken it to Washington State where the sun don’t shine too brightly with Fuji 200ASA – great panoramic shots with good color. After 6 months with this camera – I haven’t used my 35mm Olympus. However, those of you who are really into detail will find the Advanced film quality slightly unacceptable. The controls are just fabulous – the best is the zoom lever – immediate zoom speed without a lot of time lapse. The actual zoom ratio isn’t that great but you have to give up something for its size. It’s got all the standard red-eye, fill-in, timer functions, plus a bunch of nifty time-date-stamp buttons. The back display gives you all the info in logical layout.The only thing you need to watch out for is the standard 2-step focus and shoot process. Because this gem is so small, it’s easy to move the camera while trying to get a good shot. And if you’re thinking about the Elph 1 versus Elph 2 – I’ve seen 2 of the Elph 1′s in the camera shop with its flash stuck in the up mode.
25. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 11:42 AM

    Review by for Canon Elph 2 APS Camera Kit
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    I bought this camera in July of 2000 to replace my 35mm point-and-shoot that had died (after only 14 years! ). A week after I got it, I left on a trip to Colorado – not normally a great idea, to take a brand new camera that you haven’t had a chance to get used to on a trip. I got amazingly good pictures back, however – better crispness using 200 speed film than 400 speed – and the panoramic feature for mountain/valley type shots was fantastic. Since then, I’ve taken it on three more trips and shot about 8 rolls of film. I haven’t had any trouble at all with the camera and the pictures are consistently excellent (except when I do stuff like cover the lens with my fingers . . . hardly the camera’s fault!). The small size is very helpful too – I feel pretty dumb walking around with the little carrying case on my belt, but that way I DO have the camera every time I need it, and it’s not quite as dopey as having it slung around my neck. I don’t remember when I ever got this excited about an electronic product – there isn’t anything I’d change about it.
26. Paul Bobbitt says:

    September 21, 2010 at 12:40 PM

    Review by Paul Bobbitt for Canon Elph 2 APS Camera Kit
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    I’m consistantly amazed at what Canon can pack into such a small package. I took a Canon Elph Jr. with me to Rome in the fall of 1999, and the pictures came out beautifully. The Elph 2 has the 2x zoom feature, but otherwise it’s very similar. The APS photosystem is easy to use, and the index prints and negatives that stay in the canister are great for those of us who aren’t terribly organized. All the canisters stay in a book-sized holder with the index prints. As a result, I give far more photo gifts than I used to, because I always know where the negatives are when I need to order reprints. I was particularly struck by the clarity of the photos, the richness of the colours, and the ease of use of the camera. While the 24mm APS format is smaller than the 35mm standard film, the resolution is still excellent. Far better than any digital camera under $1000. One of the most useful characteristics is the tiny size. Because it fits anywhere, I take it with me in my napsack and shoot photos of anything I find interesting. If you purchase a $100 flatbed scanner to scan photos for your web page, or to send via email, these Elphs offer a far better bargain than any digital camera or film camera available today.
27. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 1:21 PM

    Review by for Canon Elph 2 APS Camera Kit
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    GREAT CAMERA! I purchased this camera based totally on its size and “pocketability”. After playing with it for a few weeks I’ve learned that it’s quality is superb (all metal case), the controls are intuitive (the shutter is surrounded by the zoom lens and the rear of the camera contains a panel that monitors all vital functions of this great little camera). The photos are surprisingly clear for an APS camera, with three versatile formats controlled by a toggle switch adjacent to the eye piece.My only dislike about this camera is that the red-eye function is not as effective as it could be. Most indoor photos still have this problem when developed. Another small glitch not with the camera but with the photo processors is the IX date function does not always appear on the film when developed. I was told that not all processors use equipment that is compatible with the IX date function.Panoramic shots using 200 speed film (I personally prefer Fuji Nexia)are very clear with very little grain.Overall I’m very satisfied with this purchase. As a matter of fact, based upon my satisfaction with the APS ELPH2 I purchased a Digital Elph three weeks after this camera.The ELPH2 is a must have if you’re looking for a moderately priced, quality point and shoot APS camera.
28. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 1:40 PM

    Review by for Canon Elph 2 APS Camera Kit
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    I spent considerable time researching small cameras and I came to many of the same conclusions as other reviewers: The size of the Elph 2 is ideal. I take the camera fishing, skiing, and on all other trips. If fits on one’s belt like a pocketknife, ready for action. With a camera this convenient and unobtrusive, I find myself taking more pictures and therefore having a much better record of my trips.Functionality – very good. This is certainly the best camera in the Canon APS line – a great impovement over previous models. It is important to pay attention to the automatic features of the camera; turn off the flash if your subject is far away and use the focus hold feature to be sure the right object is in focus. Be careful with action shots as the shutter can take its sweet time on occasion.Photo quality – this seems to be the most sensitive issue amongst reviewers. I agree with one other reviewer here in saying that the key is the processing location – it is important to find a place that processes APS film well. I spent some time in the desert with friends, we all had cameras – SLR, 35mm P/S, and my Canon APS. Having developed my pictures at a good local place, my pictures turned out the BEST compared to my friends. In fact, I have taken some pictures with this camera that look professional in quality. However, I have gotten rolls developed at other places and the pictures were completely uninspiring. The difference is remarkable.I would dock this camera 1/2 a star for aesthetics. The original elph was quite unique visually. This camera, though perfectly nice, is not very intersting. The face is a bit crowded and it looks like all the other silver cameras out there. I would certainly recommend this camera to those of you looking for a travel camera with few compromises and a price that doesn’t make you nervous about using it.
29. Kim says:

    September 21, 2010 at 2:33 PM

    Review by Kim for Canon Elph Z3 Zoom APS Camera Kit
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    On my last vacation I got so tired of carrying around a large camera that I did not take many photos… However, when the old one played out I seized the opportunity to see what I could find in a smaller version… I fell in love with this little guy right away… However, when I got home, I started reading reviews of older APS cameras and became concerned. So I immediately shot one roll of film.. inside, outside, close, far away and took it to an hour developing center (more and more places are developing it now)… Along with that roll I took two 35mm rolls.. When I received the prints I compared them side by side and saw no difference in the quality of the prints… Also, it was only approximately 2.00 more per roll to develop than the 35mm.What I love about this camera besides the convenience of the size is that you can take 3 different sizes of pictures with a flip of a switch and the date imprint on the picture.The only drawbacks that I found was the lack of zoom (but I knew there would be a trade off for the small size) and the fact that I took one early evening photo which did not turn out very well… However, I discovered there is a 1000 speed film for the APS which hopefully will take care of that problem.Bottom line: a great little everyday camera that is lightweight, easy and fun to use….
30. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 3:22 PM

    Review by for Canon Elph Z3 Zoom APS Camera Kit
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    I bought the Z3 about a week before we took a cruise to the Carribean, love the way it looked and handled,shot both Fuji and Kodak 400 speed film, have also shot this speed with and Elph 2 I have, the Z3 is a complete runaway, had the photos developed on shipboard, they did an excellent if not very expensive job, the results were just sensatiional, If I held it up to a 35mm print, you could not tell the difference, gorgeous color, great exposures, tack sharp lens and auto exposure system, this is a real winner except for one weak point, when you shut the camera off, the lens retracts inward, you can easily bang the door into the retracting lens, which I did on 3 occassions, twice knocking the door off the track, I fixed it myself by popping it back on, no damage, I think Canon could use a fix here, other than that, I,ll still give it a 5 rating, its a winner.
31. Victoria Tarrani says:

    September 21, 2010 at 3:23 PM

    Review by Victoria Tarrani for Canon Elph Z3 Zoom APS Camera Kit
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    This compact camera is easy to carry around, and I just drop into my purse so that I can snap pictures anywhere. I love photography, but one of my bad habits is succumbing to the creative need of insatiable picture taking — and then not developing the rolls of film. I have another APS camera with 10x zoom, but it is not lightweight, and partially used rolls of films hide inside. What I love about the APS-format is the ability to take a roll of film out of one camera and insert it into another, even if some pictures are already on the film. So, I can check whether film is used or not, quite easily with the automatic film loading and advance featuresAPS-format also lets me set the coverage of the camera in three frame types. One is focused on center object without much background. Next is for group shots that elongate the lens area slightly more. The panoramic view is a large rectangular coverage. The self-timer function means that I also get to be in the picture. It seems that I was in very few family photos because I was always the one behind the camera; now I am a participant.One of the pictures I took in this format is of my niece at her wedding as she danced with and kissed her new husband. It is a striking photograph because it is focused on them, and you see the floor, decorations, lighting, and can feel the dance and their movements to get a true impression of this moment. Generally, I forget when I took a picture unless it is coded on the photo, especially since I may let the film sit in a camera too long. This excellent feature and stays on time and date. Because I love this little Elph I give it 5 stars, and wish you great success with your photography as well.Victoria Tarrani
32. V. Glickstein says:

    September 21, 2010 at 3:48 PM

    Review by V. Glickstein for Canon Elph Z3 Zoom APS Camera Kit
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    Space was at a premium on this trip and I wanted Panorama easily available. Also sunscreen would be heavily used (can damage camera frames) so metal case was ideal. Camera performed wonderfully and was so small it was easy to carry around and protect from water in Aquapac case. I didn’t realize what a problem sand would be – again the Aquapac protected from both sand and water from rapids. The photos are great. I am enjoying using this camera to take photos of my triplet granddaughters also. It tucks into my purse or pocket with an extra roll of film. I have SLR APS which is about 8 times bigger and it is so much harder to drag it around as much as I love it! Thanks Canon.
33. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 4:26 PM

    Review by for Canon Elph Z3 Zoom APS Camera Kit
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    In the camera store that I work at, we rarely sell APS cameras now that their novelty has worn off and this is why:The frame size for APS film is LESS THAN HALF the size you get with 35mm film. This means that if you blow your pictures up, you will see much more of the grains. Also, there is a noticable difference even between using a 100 speed film (which you should give you the sharpest pictures) and the 200 speed film. The film quality is just bad and the selection is very limited.APS film is more expensive, and it also cost more to get developed. It is even more if you shoot panoramics. As far as the film goes, if you purchase the value packs you can get 6 rolls of 35mm film for the price you would pay for 3 rolls of the same speed of APS film in many stores.Instead of this camera, I suggest the Pentax IQzoom 130M. It has more than twice the zoom for LESS money! It also features an easy to use panorama mode if you like having that option. A 35mm camera is not hard to load, and the superior quality is well worth the 3 extra seconds it will take you to load film. You’ll get more camera for your money and you’ll be so much happier with your pictures.
34. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 5:09 PM

    Review by for Canon ELPH LT APS Camera
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    This is the smallest aps camera that I could find anywhere around. At only 4.1 oz you can fit it almost into just about any pocket. It has all the features that most people want in a point and shoot for a super low price. For such a small and user friendly camera it has a variey of features such as the red eye reduction flash and the drop in loading. As an avid skier it is easy to carry and use on the slopes. It is a must buy!
35. Christian A. Gunning says:

    September 21, 2010 at 5:53 PM

    Review by Christian A. Gunning for Canon ELPH LT APS Camera
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    I got the ELPH before heading to JazzFest in New Orleans a year and a half ago so I wouldn’t have to lug my 35mm rig around. Turns out, it isn’t just inexpensive — it’s also a heckuva point-and-shoot camera. I was surprised by the quality of photos it produced. Sharp, clean…usually well-balanced flash (although it has its moments). It has some limitations, but photo enthusiasts will be able to figure them out pretty quickly. I even found a couple settings that allow me to be creative in low light settings in nightclubs.It has become my everyday camera (football games, birthday parties, JazzFest), while my 35mm and medium-format are for more specific “shoot” purposes. So small it fits in a pocket; so light you forget you have it with you; so capable you’ll wonder why you didn’t get one sooner.
36. Laura Goo says:

    September 21, 2010 at 6:11 PM

    Review by Laura Goo for Canon ELPH LT APS Camera
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    This camera is compact and versitile, however, I have missed alot of moments by getting more then half of my picture’s ‘smeared’ OR ‘blurred’. I just open the shutters, point and shoot! Some times it takes the picture right away and sometimes it takes a second or two before it reacts. By then, the picture has already changed! I’ve missed alot of precious moments of my birthing, my infant and my family due to the quality of this camera and delay of the shots! I dread using my camera because of my bad experience and dissapointment in the quality after developing my pictures (which are expensive and not worth it in the end)! I wish I could say better things about this camera, but I’m definately convinced that this camera is a LEMON!
37. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 6:41 PM

    Review by for Canon ELPH LT APS Camera
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    I first received my Canon ELPH LT as a Christmas gift in 1999, and two and a half years later, it still takes the same quality of picture that it did on its first roll of film. In fact, it uses such little power (mostly due to the absence of a zoom lens) that in the time I have owned it, I have only replaced the battery twice. My camera has had an extremely rough existence, including three months in Africa, but it has never stopped working or needed any repair. And the panoramic lens took some awesome landscapes that my friends with expensive 35mm cameras couldn’t take (and their cameras wouldn’t fit in their pockets!). I have had only one problem with the camera, and that is that the print on the casing rubs off if your hands are often sweaty when you take pictures. It’s not a huge problem given that by the time it had come off, I already knew what all the buttons did, but it would be nice to not have to explain them to other people. But other than that, it has been a perfect camera! Next up for me – the digital ELPH!
38. K. Lerin says:

    September 21, 2010 at 6:53 PM

    Review by K. Lerin for Canon ELPH LT APS Camera
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    So small you hardly know it’s there…when I first used the camera, I was skeptical because of the size. Lo and behold, when I got the first roll developed, it was great. This is a great 2nd camera. You can take it anywhere and not miss a photo op.
39. Jerry says:

    September 21, 2010 at 7:38 PM

    Review by Jerry for Minolta Vectis 2000 APS Camera
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    I have no complaints. Most importantly, the red-eye reduction works great. I had to return an Elph because all my subjects looked like red-eyed monsters. The Minolta Vectis 2000 is great to fit in your pocket, especially when you’re traveling and sightseeing. It fits right into your palm. You don’t have to look like a “tourist.” It pops out to a bigger size when you’re ready to take pictures, and the zoom works great. Many more features are also available. Drop in loading APS film is fool-proof. There’s only one way to load. Friends are always asking about it and complementing me. It’s the only camera I take when traveling, and great for everyday types of photos. The developed shots also turn out great.
40. M. Stone says:

    September 21, 2010 at 7:45 PM

    Review by M. Stone for Minolta Vectis 2000 APS Camera
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    I bought this while on vacation without a camera, possibly not the best time to break-in a new one. When first 3 rolls were developed I was able to see a progression of clearer pictures and now I’m completely comfortable watching the flashing green light in the view-finder for the optimum photograph. The compact size fits in a jeans pocket while knocking around historical sites. The 3 photo sizes allow for a vast array of shots and the zoom is fairly quick to adjust before the subject gets tired of smiling for the picture. Automatic dating and even a memo can be programed to print on the back of prints.
41. A. Seo says:

    September 21, 2010 at 7:56 PM

    Review by A. Seo for Minolta Vectis 2000 APS Camera
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    I’ve had this camera for about 4 years and absolutely love it. I’ve taken this camera all around the world and have gotten great results from it. It also takes wonderful black and white photos. Not only does this camera take great pictures, it’s compact and so easy to use. I bought this camera as an alternative to a disposable camera but has become so much more. I always have it in my purse in case those kodak moments come up and glad it’s so small and light that it allows me to do so.
    
    I have other cameras but always end up shooting the best pictures with the vectis 2000. If you are thinking of wanting a quality camera that is compact and light, this one is a treasure of a find.
42. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 8:34 PM

    Review by for Minolta Vectis 2000 APS Camera
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    I’ve had this camera for two years and although it is compact and light – easy to carry around anywhere withought being a nuisance, I’ve had several problems with it. The picture quality isn’t very good – my pictures oftentimes come out hazy (indoor and outdoor). Also, no matter which view I put the camera in – it also prints out in panoramic view. Quite annoying since I’ve never had a need for panoramic pictures. I probably would not buy this camera if had the choice now.
43. J. Blair says:

    September 21, 2010 at 8:50 PM

    Review by J. Blair for Minolta Vectis 2000 APS Camera
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    I love this camera. I had mine for about 5 years until I dropped it and it broke. I was devastated when it broke, but I am seriously thinking about buying this camera again. I never had any problems with it, I recieved clear, colorful pictures from it. Even pictures taken with the night flash in pitch black came out clear. I don’t like digital cameras and 35mm cameras don’t give the clarity and as good of pictures as this camera does. very good buy for the money.
44. GypsyPilot says:

    September 21, 2010 at 9:32 PM

    Review by GypsyPilot for Canon Elph 370Z APS Camera Kit
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    My review will focus on how well the 370z replaces a 35mm point-and-shoot. I’ve been very happy with my Pentax IQZoom90WR for six years and I wanted to see if the 370z could replace it for most situations. LENS QUALITY: Indistinguishable except in HDTV mode at small focal lengths where curvature is noticable at the sides. Still acceptable. RESOLUTION: Indistinguishable on 4×6/4×7 prints at ASA 100 and 200. Lack of precise definition of edges with ASA 400 but still acceptable. If you want to blow up the photo to 8×10, you’ll want to use ASA 100 and that will limit you to bright light situations. If I decide to do night photography outdoors (like the Disneyland parade), I’ll switch back to my 35mm using ASA 400. (I should note however that the 370z performed well. I’m just a bit of a perfectionist.) RED-EYE REDUCTION: Not as effective as my Pentax IQZ90WR. Based on the shots I’ve taken, red-eye occurs in 10-15% of my face-on flash shots. The occurence with my Pentax is less than 1% but it does use a pre-flash whereas the 370z uses a mini-lamp. PORTABILITY: Excellent! Put it into its case and strap it to your belt and you won’t know it’s there. This is a BIG plus of the 370z since it allows you to enjoy your environment as well as be a photographer. The worst shot in the world is the one you didn’t take because you didn’t have your camera with you. FOCAL LENGTHS: Comparable but the 370z is a step-zoom whereas my 35mm has a continuous zoom. This is not much of a problem since you’ll rarely encounter a situation that requires absoultely precise framing with a zoom. FRAME FORMATS: Panoramic mode shows too much grain at ASAs 200 and above. Thankfully there’s …MID-ROLL CARTRIDGE CHANGE: Excellent feature! Allowed me to switch to ASA400 at night and ASA100 when the sun was bright. WISHLIST ITEM: If only it were weather-resistant or splash-proof. SUMMARY: It’s replaced my 35mm point-and-shoot for documenting my family’s vacations and daily activities but I still keep my 35mm in a suitcase or the car for rainy days, special night shots, or situations where I might want a photo blown-up to 8×10. This camera is well designed for its target market; the average photographer who wants to capture day-to-day shots.
45. mister_t42 says:

    September 21, 2010 at 9:35 PM

    Review by mister_t42 for Canon Elph 370Z APS Camera Kit
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    If you want a point and shoot camera that you can carry in your bag or throw in a shirt pocket so that its always available, then this may be the best camera for you. While its not deep on features, it has the ones that are most important for convenience: a decent flash, 3x zoom (better for wide angle shots than telephoto closeups), and APS film.Make no mistake, you do not get the flexibility (shutter speed, apeture, optional lenses, external flashes, white balance) that SLRs and more expensive camera can offer, but what you do get is not much bigger than a pack of cigarettes (that’s not politically correct, is it?).I looked at a pretty broad set of cameras, including the other ELPH cameras, before selecting this one because I liked the zoon range and the size of the camera. I was pleasantly impressed by surprisingly good picture quality, and my wife can testify to its extreme ease of use. This ELPH is all about size, convenience, and simplicity. If that’s what you want then buy it.
46. Nathaniel P. Cohen says:

    September 21, 2010 at 9:51 PM

    Review by Nathaniel P. Cohen for Canon Elph 370Z APS Camera Kit
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    I used this camera once and it took relatively good pictures. However, on my next trip, the camera’s internal memory stopped working (this is a problem that other people I know have had with the camera). Worse than the camera’s malfunction, however, was the company’s refusal to service the camera under warranty. Moreover, when I sent the camera back, they refused to write a letter justifying the lack of service. I would not buy a piece of Canon equipment. Save some money and buy an Olympus Stylus, which has served me quite well.
47. Chris O Mitchell says:

    September 21, 2010 at 9:57 PM

    Review by Chris O Mitchell for Canon Elph 370Z APS Camera Kit
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    I recently purchased a Canon Elph 370Z Kit and I highly recommend it to anyone in the market for a new camera. Although it is a but a tiny point-and-shoot device, it is rich in features that much larger models only dream about. It has all of the wonderful features of the Advanced Photo System, including the midroll changing feature. The zoom lens is quite capable of telephoto or wide frame pictures. Also, the camera’s intuitive distance sensing and shake warnings ensure clear and crisp photos of any subject or scene. My main reason for purchasing this camera was travel. I bought it with the intention of using it simply when I was travelling, but I find myself using it in place of my clunky SLR. Highly recommend!
48. Anonymous says:

    September 21, 2010 at 10:16 PM

    Review by for Canon Elph 370Z APS Camera Kit
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    I’ve been using the Canon Elph 370z for almost 2 years, having taken and exposed around 300 pictures. Here are the strengths of this camera:
    1. You no more yell out “I AM A TOURIST” by having your camera hanging from your neck or arm; keep it in your pocket.
    2. Group pictures come out GREAT with the panoramic feature.
    3. The picture quality is also great for a point-and-shoot camera, especially when a 400 film is used.
    4. The battery will let you down only after you take at least 200 pictures.
    5. The 3x zoom function is MORE than enough for the average amature photographer.
    6. The digital display shows only what you really need to know.
    7. The flash is not the strongest you’ll ever see in a compact camera, but it does its job.
    8. The “red-eye-reduction” function will substantially reduce the red eye phenomenonon, and may even elliminate it. If you keep the button half-pressed for a couple of seconds, you should have no red eyes in any of your pictures. The camera DOES have some weak spots, too.
    1. The “slider”, which turns the camera on and off, also retracts the flash light. When you first attempt to turn this camera on, it comes natural that you try to move the slider with your thumb. By doing so, you place your index finger on the flash, thus preventing it from coming out. With one finger you try to open the camera, with the other you make sure you keep it shut! I could not turn on the camera the first time, I thought it was broken. Other people who used my camera also did the exact same thing. I just have to open the camera myself before giving it to somebody else.
    2. The shutter actually operates quite some time after the button is pressed. I quickly became aware of this, so I just keep a steady hand until I hear the shutter closing. But some people think that the picture is taken at the moment the button is pressed. The relatively long time between the button “click” and the shutter “click” resulted in some blurry pictures.
    3. The camera is really small, and the fingers of the operator can get in front any of the sensors or the flash, resulting in dark or unfocused pictures.All of the above conditions happened only a couple of times and only when the camera was used by somebody other than me.I suggest that you buy this camera if it will be mostly YOU that will operate it. You will soon learn how to by-pass these minor problems and make the best out of the camera. Once you learn how to avoid the little traps, you can take very good pictures. However, if you know that random people may operate this camera (say… in a party), be prepared for just a few “not-so-good” exposures.