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1:20 PM
Unboxing & Review of a Canon Powershot SD780 IS
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General Specs:
Over the course of yesterday and today, I've poked around the features and have to say I'm impressed. You have access to features typically reserved for dSLR models; ISO up to 3200, variable seconds on the timer function, Digic4 Image processor and image stabilization. A two inch view screen is just fabulous. I was surprised to see Canon held on to a view finder for this model.
The controls are flush against the back of the camera, and a bit on the small side preventing easy manipulation of these controls. This is a camera that will need a bit of fiddling when using more advanced photo techniques as the menus are are more like mazes. If you plan to keep the camera on the 'Auto' mode you won't have to access those functions very often. I've never seen a list of special conditions quite as long in a point and shoot camera. For non-Canon users, they are custom modes such as Portrait or Night Scenes. Canon takes them to a whole new level with foliage mode and Aquarium mode as two examples.
You have the option of several levels of video quality, I'd stick to the HD and ignore the rest. Once you've worked with high definition, you don't go back. If you chose this option, it would be prudent to purchase the largest SD card you can afford, as this function uses quite a bit of space on your SD card.
The gold color of this camera has just the right blingi-ness (not sure if that is a real word - but it works!). The camera comes with a HDMI AV cable -which was added to my growing collection of these unused cables. There is a spot to connect a tripod, If you dont' own one, I strongly urge you to get one. The tripod is your friend! I simply love the power packed in a pocket sized frame! It slips easily into your pocket or purse, so you'll never be without a camera.
This is a phenomenal camera at a great price. I'd recommend this camera to those starting out as citizen journalists, bloggers interested in improving their photography, parents who want a good, easy to use camera to catch every moment of their child's existence. Beginners to prosumers will appreciate the quality of photos produced without the hassle of lugging around multiple lenses and bodies.
Both images were posted directly from the camera on to Flickr. No post processing was applied to the following photos:
Canon is not kidding about this camera being the most slim Elph to date. The battery charger is slightly bigger than camera itself! This camera replaces my Nikon Coolpix P2, and now I am fully kitted out in Canon gear.Compact digital still camera with built-in flash, 3x Optical/4x Digital/12x Combined Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer System
12.4 megapixels - effective pixels - 12.4
Focal length: 5.9-17.9mm f/3.2-5.8 (35mm film equivalent: 33-100mm)
Video shoots at 1280x720 - high definition - at 30 fps (frames per second)
Over the course of yesterday and today, I've poked around the features and have to say I'm impressed. You have access to features typically reserved for dSLR models; ISO up to 3200, variable seconds on the timer function, Digic4 Image processor and image stabilization. A two inch view screen is just fabulous. I was surprised to see Canon held on to a view finder for this model.
The controls are flush against the back of the camera, and a bit on the small side preventing easy manipulation of these controls. This is a camera that will need a bit of fiddling when using more advanced photo techniques as the menus are are more like mazes. If you plan to keep the camera on the 'Auto' mode you won't have to access those functions very often. I've never seen a list of special conditions quite as long in a point and shoot camera. For non-Canon users, they are custom modes such as Portrait or Night Scenes. Canon takes them to a whole new level with foliage mode and Aquarium mode as two examples.
You have the option of several levels of video quality, I'd stick to the HD and ignore the rest. Once you've worked with high definition, you don't go back. If you chose this option, it would be prudent to purchase the largest SD card you can afford, as this function uses quite a bit of space on your SD card.
The gold color of this camera has just the right blingi-ness (not sure if that is a real word - but it works!). The camera comes with a HDMI AV cable -which was added to my growing collection of these unused cables. There is a spot to connect a tripod, If you dont' own one, I strongly urge you to get one. The tripod is your friend! I simply love the power packed in a pocket sized frame! It slips easily into your pocket or purse, so you'll never be without a camera.
This is a phenomenal camera at a great price. I'd recommend this camera to those starting out as citizen journalists, bloggers interested in improving their photography, parents who want a good, easy to use camera to catch every moment of their child's existence. Beginners to prosumers will appreciate the quality of photos produced without the hassle of lugging around multiple lenses and bodies.
Both images were posted directly from the camera on to Flickr. No post processing was applied to the following photos:
Here are two examples of the HD video produced by this camera:
Walking Buster at the Rhawn Street Dam:
Pennypack Creek:
Walking Buster at the Rhawn Street Dam:
Pennypack Creek:
I have no conflict of interest to disclose. I've not received financial or material compensation from Canon USA in exchange for this review.
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Obama confirmed yesterday that he is the second coming of George Bush.
WSJ:
Charles Krauthhammer:
WSJ:
Yet for all of his attacks on the Bush Administration, which he accused of making "decisions based upon fear rather than foresight," Mr. Obama stuck with his predecessor's support for military commissions, adding some procedural bells and whistles as political cover to justify his past opposition. For the record: Both the left and right, from the ACLU to Dick Cheney, now agree that the President has all but embraced the Bush policy.
Charles Krauthhammer:
Observers of all political stripes are stunned by how much of the Bush national security agenda is being adopted by this new Democratic government. Victor Davis Hanson (National Review) offers a partial list: "The Patriot Act, wiretaps, e-mail intercepts, military tribunals, Predator drone attacks, Iraq (i.e., slowing the withdrawal), Afghanistan (i.e., the surge) -- and now Guantanamo
The genius of democracy is that the rotation of power forces the opposition to come to its senses when it takes over. When the new guys, brought to power by popular will, then adopt the policies of the old guys, a national consensus is forged and a new legitimacy established.
That's happening before our eyes. The Bush policies in the war on terror won't have to await vindication by historians. Obama is doing it day by day. His denials mean nothing. Look at his deeds.
Following up on the inspirational win by the Republican WCASB candidates, I present a reminder of what makes this nation worth fighting for:
PJTV's Andrew Klavin discusses the new mantra of the Left:
Reagan/The One Debate:
The People's Stimulus: Get Your Money Back
Obama's spending plan is only offering $13 bucks back to the citizens and taking trillions out of the private sector to make it possible.
Well, it would be funny if it weren't true about this administration...
Pepsi is sponsoring a 'Dr. Mr Quisling President' video homages.
All videos should begin with the words Dear Mr. President and end with your first name and where you are from.
What you put in between is up to you. You can sing, dance, tell a joke—whatever reflects your hope and optimism for the future. Have fun with it. When your video is ready, upload it here. The best and most popular videos will be featured on this site.
I've some advice for the quisling-elect and I have a sweet HD video camera. This would be a great opportunity for conservatives to send a message to THAT MAN. Somehow, I don't believe they would see the light of the Pepsi YouTube channel, but it would be fun nonetheless!
UPDATE: LT Nixon shares his thoughts on "Dear Mr. President":
H/T: Sean Hackbarth
H/T to Modern Conservative
Today, along with Sean Carpenter and Jonathon Jenkins, I had the exquisite pleasure of speaking to the West Chester East Young Republicans. The students asked tough questions regarding the message of conservatism and how best to communicate these values in the age of Obama. Below are three videos that highlight the liberal mindset and the impact of the media in the presidential election cycle:
It takes a political satirist to illuminate modern day liberalism. Evan Sayet along with the beautiful Al Sonja discuss Hollywood, The Manchurian President-Elect, and the liberal meaning of miserable:
Today, along with Sean Carpenter and Jonathon Jenkins, I had the exquisite pleasure of speaking to the West Chester East Young Republicans. The students asked tough questions regarding the message of conservatism and how best to communicate these values in the age of Obama. Below are three videos that highlight the liberal mindset and the impact of the media in the presidential election cycle:
It takes a political satirist to illuminate modern day liberalism. Evan Sayet along with the beautiful Al Sonja discuss Hollywood, The Manchurian President-Elect, and the liberal meaning of miserable:
It is 45 minutes of brilliance - watch this one first!
Word.
Michelle Malkin, Wendy Sullivan, Freeman Hunt, Pamela Gellar, and Skye in a Sarah Palin tribute video. John Hawkins of RWN wrote the script and edited this video.
Palin did not cut funding for special needs education in Alaska by 62 percent. She didn’t cut it at all. In fact, she tripled per-pupil funding over just three years.
She did not demand that books be banned from the Wasilla library. Some of the books on a widely circulated list were not even in print at the time. The librarian has said Palin asked a "What if?" question, but the librarian continued in her job through most of Palin's first term.She was never a member of the Alaskan Independence Party, a group that wants Alaskans to vote on whether they wish to secede from the United States. She’s been registered as a Republican since May 1982.
Palin never endorsed or supported Pat Buchanan for president. She once wore a Buchanan button as a "courtesy" when he visited Wasilla, but shortly afterward she was appointed to co-chair of the campaign of Steve Forbes in the state.
Palin has not pushed for teaching creationism in Alaska's schools. She has said that students should be allowed to "debate both sides" of the evolution question, but she also said creationism "doesn't have to be part of the curriculum."
Via Mike's America
If you voted for a Democrat for Congress in 2006 you voted for higher gas prices. Democrats under Speaker Nancy Pelosi have blocked every vote to find new supplies of homegrown American energy that would lower gas prices.
Ready for a change?
Vote GOP in 2008!
H/T: American Sheepdogs
Pali's join Karen Porter in support of Obama for Prez.
TownHall.Com
:In recent days, Obama's position on the Isreali-Palestinian conflict has been scrutinized. One of his Middle East advisers, Robert Malley, resigned over the weekend after reporters found Malley had met with Hamas.
Video of Hamas For Obama phone banks to follow...
It's Trisha....again...and she is in London.
I have to watch this train wreck.
Trisha Walsh Smith, soon to be ex-wife of Phil Smith, president of the Schubert Organization, the oldest and largest theater company in America has found an outlet for her frustrations - YouTube. It looks like the honeymoon is over for these two kids, and the divorce drama is still in its first act. You can watch it unravel in all its glory on YouTube, thanks to the video updates/rants from Trisha.
Popcorn, anyone?
7:04 PM
The West Chester Rally by Xdhimmi
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Skye
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bloggers,
Iraq,
west chester rally,
YouTube
Your Carin' Reporter in West Chester:
Thank You for this outstanding video, Xdhimmi! Your comparison with mein kampf is spot on. This video along with Lutz and myself will keep the spotlight on the real issue of this rally.
Video of one of the worst streets in Baghdad and the turnaround there since the surge began.
Handy video guide to understanding the ramifications of the YouTube/Google merger.
The YouTube - Google merger and You:
Sadly, the insidious undercurrent of censorship, which is nothing new to political conservatives on YouTube, will not diminish with this merger. One positive note from this mess of a merger comes from my belief that the new Google overlords owners of YouTube do not possess the cojones to ban Michelle Malkin from YouTube.
What are your thoughts on this merger? Do you believe this merger will have any effect on net neutrality?
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