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it was from 17th St. Photo (through Amazon) and Amazon defers to the guidelines of the seller. In that case, I only had a week to return it - I was a few days over a week, so I decided to send it...

Before I could even get some good shots to show off here, my new WB850 started acting up. It's now on its way for repair (or replacement at Samsung's discretion). Whenever I would zoom out to...

I was pleasantly surprised today when my WB850 arrived one day BEFORE it was even supposed to be shipped. I ordered it Sunday night online from Amazon (through 17th St. Photo). I received an email...

Another upgrade is the numerous creative filters which migrated down from the NEX and SLT cameras. They provide a vast array of creative options in-camera (some pre-capture and several which can...

I usually power down before changing lenses, but yesterday I forgot. As I removed a lens on my NEX 5N without turning off the camera there was a resulting small flash or flare of light from the...

Wow...just Wow. -- Tim Schaeffer http://picasaweb.google.com/timspirations

What could be the reasoning behind the unretractable flash on the S8200? Does anyone know a logical reason for this - what was Nikon thinking? I've managed to put it on the 'off' setting for...

Dez, Happy Thanksgiving. May I say that two of the many things I'm thankful for is my LX5 and the inspiration your photos bring to me! Love that train shot, btw. -- Tim Schaeffer...

They claim Samsung says the WB750 is back ordered. -- Tim Schaeffer http://picasaweb.google.com/timspirations

I loved the WB700 and now have the 750 on order at Adorama. Meanwhile my 700 is now on craigslist. -- Tim Schaeffer http://picasaweb.google.com/timspirations

You were fortunate to get a shot of that cute little critter - a mink? I'm envying the colors in your location. Here in Eastern PA the gorgeous fall colors we're normally used to have passed us...

Thanks for your kind comments. As far as covered bridges go - I live in Pennsylvania and there are numerous covered bridges still standing and in use all across the state. I've been familiar...

Amazing, isn't it? I've had my share of superzooms and this one stands out from the rest. Welcome to the SX40 club. -- Tim Schaeffer http://picasaweb.google.com/timspirations

That compliment is over the top! But I don't think Canon will be tracking me down any time soon - haha. I DO really like the camera, though. It's a fun companion to my S95 and T3i. Funny...

I find the camera enjoyable. I own an HX100 and HS20 also and this, by far has the best features - great IQ - and the most user-friendly menu system of them all. Of course this is just my...

Link here: https://picasaweb.google.com/timspirations/CANONSX40#5664782295941876786 -- Tim Schaeffer http://picasaweb.google.com/timspirations

Those are impressive 1st shots. You've inspired me to take my new sx40 out today for a spin, even tho we have 30-40 mph wind gusts. Thanks for the inspiration...I'm out the door... -- Tim...

I don't quite know how to explain the feeling I got when I first viewed this shot. It was a sense of innocence and comfort. Don't mean to be melodramatic, but that was my first impression. I...

big deal.

I realize effects settings are a minor feature for many people, but they've gotten my attention as of late and I find they allow me to be more creative without having to use PS. My decision to...