Digital Cameras...

well SLRs will provide you with high resolution crystal clear images, they're used by tons of photographers for that purpose. so if you like photography a lot and have an appreciation for nice images then go for it. if not stick to your 300$ range they still have some very nice cameras at that price. try to find one thats around 3-4 megapixels. megapixels really don't matter as far as the quality of the image, only the resolution(how big it will be on your computer). so read a lot of reviews and look for a camera that has good image processing and a quality lense.

 

i just use my cell phone for ALL pics. Nokia N95....5 mega pix....very nice quality pics. it also takes dvd quality video. Before i gotthe phone i used and still have Nikon coolpix. 5.1 megapix and easy to use. But i always have my phone so i use it.

 

i have a fuji and love it.anS5000.

they have soo many options for them.and inexpencive.

for options get an extra batt and a simple uv filter to use as a lense protector.

FujiFilm FinePix S5700 Digital Camera - 15765942 - RitzCamera.com

 

Quantaray 1A Multi-Coated Filter - RitzCamera.com

dont forget the extra batts

 

also this is just an opinion but look for a camera that has a Lithium Ion battery instead of the standard AA sized batteries. Its a cheaper solution given the fact all you need is a simple quick recharge and u can shoot all day.

 

i dont agree.what if there is no power source near.

having rechargable AA's is way better.just have enough.

mine runs on 4 AA's,and lasts at least 4hr's.turning it on when needed/w flash.so i carry a few spares.

i also have a 7.2v Lith ion external batt that lasts me the whole day.both with 12v car chargers.

sometimes i go on long caming trips and take hundreds of pics. also adventure parks with no chance of a recharge.

so a readlly available batt would be the better choice.

my friend has a sony with a sony only lith ion and he's lucky to get a 100 shots before his dies(he dosent use the veiw finder.only the lcd screen).so i take pics for him too.:lol:

 

also regargable AA's are cheaper than an extra lith ion.

it just makes more sense to me,but i'm the type of person that expects the worse so i'm prepared for it.lol.

i'm wierd that way.

 

Thats an awesome deal, im sure you'll like it. Show us some test images. Also try to take some macro shots as well.

 

thats a sweet camera.

this would be a nice addintion if it didnt cost soo much
DigiPower Power Grip for Nikon D40 - PGR-ND40 - RitzCamera.com

 

check out the pics that camera can take
Nikon D40 Review Samples Gallery: Digital Photography Review

 

i've always liked B/W pics.

action shots are cool too. i belive that has continuous shooting right?

 

good luck.

mine has manual modes too,but i mostly stay with the auto mode

 

do u have photoshop?

Microsoft PowerToys for Windows XP

completely free and easy to use. Click the link -> Look along the right of the screen and scroll down until you see ImageResizer.exe -> Download it and run the file -> Click next until you reach the end, no need to change any of the settings -> Right-Click the image you want to resize and select Resize Pictures - > Then click 'Advanced' and select 'Custom' -> Bring most of your pictures down to: 800x600, 1024x768, 1536x864 or 1280x1024

that should help haha