tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post2725744182820643135..comments2024-03-27T19:04:31.290-05:00Comments on The Amazing Trips: when the stressed go shoppingThe Amazing Tripshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13761348688069779544noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-82401806869861612932007-10-21T17:03:00.000-05:002007-10-21T17:03:00.000-05:00Happy belated birthday to your amazing trio!! I am...Happy belated birthday to your amazing trio!! I am way behind on my blog reading...sorry I am a week late! <BR/>I LOVE my Nikon D70S (SLR) but it is bulky. It takes great pics though! Good luck with your purchasr!!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03903375700915031290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-796218794636858122007-10-20T23:10:00.000-05:002007-10-20T23:10:00.000-05:00I am so glad you are going through this. Whatever...I am so glad you are going through this. Whatever you choose, I'm just going to copy you and buy the same thing and avoid the stress. Thank you, Jen. You are wonderful. :) Feed your baby! If he isn't 30 pounds by the time he's six months old, I will wonder if you were starving him!Michele Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15061520456909635254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-50685898014684957092007-10-20T23:04:00.000-05:002007-10-20T23:04:00.000-05:00Oh Jen,When I read this, I didn't think about came...Oh Jen,<BR/><BR/>When I read this, I didn't think about cameras at all. All I could think is that you sound so stressed out - is there not anyone you could ask for a little bit of help? <BR/><BR/>I know how much you pride yourself on being able to do it all without help. Is there a way you could trick yourself into thinking a housecleaner or a few hours of babysitting was NOT help, but was, in fact, a favour you were doing to someone else to give them some money.<BR/><BR/>I'm no help on the camera - but I hate it when it takes too long to take a picture. I lose my little ones' smiles!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-9684920571657229922007-10-20T22:00:00.000-05:002007-10-20T22:00:00.000-05:00Hi,I have been reading your blog for a while, but ...Hi,<BR/>I have been reading your blog for a while, but don't think I have commented before. Anyway, I figured I would get in on the camera suggestions too :)<BR/>I bought my new camera this summer and I am quite pleased with it.It is a Sony DSC H7. It has a 15x optical steady shot zoom with 8.1 megapixels. It also records pretty good videos. It has a ton of manual features as well as automatic. So it has the options of selecting aperture, shutter speed, ISO etc. yet you can go all manual if you wish. It has some awesome features and I love the zoom because you can be across the room and zoom in on a child and capture "real life" without having a camera in their face. Anyway I would suggest checking it out if you have time. <BR/><BR/>A really good website for camera reviews is www.dpreview.comJenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00074626664663171618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-86268335604710419432007-10-20T21:26:00.000-05:002007-10-20T21:26:00.000-05:00My son just bought a Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi S...My son just bought a Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi SLR. The pictures are amazing http://www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/rebelxti.html<BR/><BR/>I have a Kodak easy share 4.0 that is way too slow.<BR/><BR/>Other son has a ??? 8MP digital but wishes he would have gone with the SLR<BR/><BR/>BTW my 30 week twin boys share their birthday with your triplets. Just 24 years apart:)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-63533037585099600192007-10-20T19:14:00.000-05:002007-10-20T19:14:00.000-05:00While we were at Disney, our Canon Powershot S80 c...While we were at Disney, our Canon Powershot S80 camera fell and broke. We frantically purchased a new camera at the Disney store ($$$$). We bought the Kodak Easyshare Z1275 and I hate it. It has a poor focus, weak flash, very slow in response, not very useful. <BR/><BR/>While my Canon is being fixed (I love this camera!) we decided to finally purchase the SLR I have been dreaming about. After much research and trying the cameras out, I decided to get the Nikon D80. I am patiently waiting its arrival. <BR/><BR/>Getting the right camera is a real investment. The kids grow so fast and I want to try to capture as much of their lives in images as possible. <BR/><BR/>You need to get the right camera for you. I wish you luck!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-47127449430281077802007-10-20T18:33:00.000-05:002007-10-20T18:33:00.000-05:00I have the Canon PowerShot S1IS and it does everyt...I have the Canon PowerShot S1IS and it does everything you mentioned. Love it. It's survived all the things my little ones do to it (drool, throw sand, knock it out of my hand) and takes great videos and great photos. All the expensive Energizer Lithium Batteries come in four-packs so that's perfect.<BR/><BR/>When I upgrade (because it's 3 years old and out of production), I'll probably go with the S3IS. Ack, my baby is teething on the lens cap right now...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-56734219643639939492007-10-20T17:47:00.000-05:002007-10-20T17:47:00.000-05:00Omg...that's hillarious!!! I can feel the insanity...Omg...that's hillarious!!! I can feel the insanity!!!Lol!! I spent alot of time deciding on my camera and I am very pleased with it. Plus I get lots of compliments about it. Fuji FinePix S6000fd , here's some links : <BR/>http://tinyurl.com/yws6rj<BR/>http://tinyurl.com/2safkh<BR/>It's SLR enough and auto enough. And in my opinion out performs the Cannon S3IS. With that said it really depends on the user. This Fuji camera is also small enough to hold with one hand and click at the same time. I truly have enjoyed mine! Oh and works great in low light!<BR/><BR/>I'm a mom of 8yr old triplets(g,g,b) and two other older children (g,b). Life doesn't get easier. Just more fun!Twixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03112782947827710096noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-3893396074188127072007-10-20T16:29:00.000-05:002007-10-20T16:29:00.000-05:00I have been following your blog closely this week,...I have been following your blog closely this week, as I too have been camera shopping. I was hoping to mooch some great advice. Last night I decided I must order a camera and opted for the Canon S5-IS. It has 12x optical zoom and 8 megapixels. Considering I have been using a point-and-shoot with 2 megapixels and a 32mb chip, I am excited to branch out. I ordered from Amazon for $334.00 w/free shipping. I too really want an SLR, but I do not think I am qualified. I am thinking I can get great pics now and take a class in a year or two and upgrade then. Best of luck with your decision. I am the queen of undecisive :).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-33014076986584324102007-10-20T16:03:00.000-05:002007-10-20T16:03:00.000-05:00I heart my Cannon PowerShot SD900 with 10 mega pix...I heart my Cannon PowerShot SD900 with 10 mega pix. Small and good pix.Ansley Bleuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09222600592465090720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-69956328828413448172007-10-20T15:59:00.000-05:002007-10-20T15:59:00.000-05:00Throwing in my two cents on cameras, since my shop...Throwing in my two cents on cameras, since my shopping experience was much like yours - and I wanted many of the same options.<BR/><BR/>I went with the Canon PowerShot A710IS. 7.1megapix / 6x optical but 24x digital zoom. I took a picture at the top of the Skylon tower in Niagara Falls Canada, and zoomed in to capture the skyline of Toronto from ACROSS the great lakes. I've been amazed at the zoom. Also - it takes the pics at night, and they look like night ;) AND... it takes high speed, or several at a time. The video option is as good as any I've used before. And lastly, it takes two batteries. The viewing screen is larger than most. It is what I found to be almost an SLR, but smaller and with video. <BR/>Take the Nikon back when you can and buy something you'll fall in love with...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-8655689567682927182007-10-20T15:34:00.000-05:002007-10-20T15:34:00.000-05:00We have the Canon PowerShot S3IS and I LOVE it. W...We have the Canon PowerShot S3IS and I LOVE it. We use rechargable batteries in ours and it works great. THe video capability is amazing and it really is camera-idiot friendly...because I dont' know the first thing about taking pictures other than basics and I can use it. My husband knows a lot and can do cool things with it and take incredible pics. I thought the zoom was pretty good. I have had the Nikon and I didn't like it at all...I'd definitely return it. Cannon brand is really reliable and I've only heard good things about their repair/customer service when needed (knowing your luck with customer service things:))Courtneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12957994275054972253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-60246900046613519352007-10-20T14:12:00.000-05:002007-10-20T14:12:00.000-05:00Shopping is fun! I know you have trouble picking ...Shopping is fun! I know you have trouble picking out a sandwich filling so I can just imagine.<BR/>MOMAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-80896472630033256402007-10-20T14:08:00.000-05:002007-10-20T14:08:00.000-05:00I agree with Marcia. My MIL has the same Canon and...I agree with Marcia. My MIL has the same Canon and its amazing. The clarity and quickness are fantastic. I have a Nikon Cool Pix and I hate it. Hate hate hate it. The clarity and color blow, and the zoom is a joke. <BR/><BR/>Good luck. Maybe the next time you go (with Henry?) will provide you with better luck. Hopefully!My name is Tammiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08205005861346652230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-82925804255533315392007-10-20T09:45:00.000-05:002007-10-20T09:45:00.000-05:00As I read your post I realized that this was ME la...As I read your post I realized that this was ME last year! I did all the research and had the same issues as you did, the biggest being I needed a camera that would take the pic immediately when I pressed the button, NOT have a huge delay. (To catch baby smiles, of course!) <BR/> I decided on the Canon S3-IS and I LOVE it. It takes fabulous pictures and great videos,too. It has a macro mode and a super macro so it can get really close. <BR/> Please email me if you'd like more info or a link to one of my videos so you can see how they look. I can also send you a fabulous pic from an ice storm where I used the super macro.<BR/> Here is a helpful review on the S3 from Epinions: http://www.epinions.com/content_232394624644<BR/> Canon recently released the S5-IS (dont know why they skipped S4) but I don't have any experience with that one. Here, the same reviewer as above reviews the S5.<BR/>http://www.epinions.com/content_378798313092<BR/><BR/>Marcia<BR/>brickchurch06@yahoo.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-55794058622520991582007-10-20T09:25:00.000-05:002007-10-20T09:25:00.000-05:00I have a Panasonic DMC-FX01 digital camera. Mine ...I have a Panasonic DMC-FX01 digital camera. Mine is only 6 MP but I know you can one with more MP now. I love it. It takes pictures quickly and has lots of different modes. It also does a good job making video clips. My husband liked mine so much, he went out and bought himself one. Have fun "shopping."Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-89890829059716210682007-10-20T07:37:00.000-05:002007-10-20T07:37:00.000-05:00Oh what a bummer that you didn't like it! I have ...Oh what a bummer that you didn't like it! I have that camera, and I adore it - and I have had great luck with the pictures that I take with it. <BR/><BR/>I hope you find something that works for you!Maggiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18010155174814652914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-68833881981376281382007-10-20T06:33:00.000-05:002007-10-20T06:33:00.000-05:00We have recently needed a new digital camera becau...We have recently needed a new digital camera because our last one was stolen in skate park thanks to my perpetually teenage husband. After much research (well, more than 27 minutes), we settled on the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3K. It has 10x optical zoom and 7.2 megapixels. I saw a friend's pictures before I even considered this camera, so I knew the quality to be excellent. I know what a hassle camera shopping is, so good luck!Angellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09852706482954687440noreply@blogger.com