Decided to Buy an S10

H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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EdK said:

I have been reviewing digital cameras for about 8 weeks now and despite
the negativity on the S10 posted here, I have decided to buy one anyway.
The reasons are simple.

First, after looking Phil's review of the camera and other pictures
posted on this site and others, I am convinced that this camera without
question produces the best pics,

Second, I acknowledge that there are a few minor problems as stated by
Ken, friend of Ken, or whatever he is calling himself these days.
However, after reading the Nikon (950 quality not as good and other
problems-read posts from Allyn, etc) and Oly forums (Stuck pixels, bluish
tint, etc. on the 2020), I realized that the other 2 cams I was seriously
considering had their share of problems also. In addition, there appears
to be easy fixes for the AWB and shutter speed problems - I never
expected cams such as these to work well in auto anyway.

Finally, I expect Canon will be releasing a firmware update for these
problems soon and if not, the work arounds are simple enough.

Ken or whoever you are today, it seems like the solution to your problem
is to simply buy a 19.95 Kodak Instamatic. This is a relatively simple
point and shoot camera and should solve all your problems.

Thanks to everyone for all the comments, advice and pics to review.
You've helped me tremendously.

Ed

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Friend said:

You are missing the point(and shoot) BODY!!!!!
I got myself a Nikon 800 and believe the pixs are great!!!
Is a real POINT and SHOOT , I mean AUTO- MODE!!!
and if you have been reviewing digital cameras for 8 weeks and you will
go ahead
with the S10 you are a fool.

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H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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EdK said:

Thanks - I will. Will be getting it tomorrow. Just bought an HP P1100 to
go with it. I think this is a good combo.

By the way, USB and Compact Flash II are also important factors. Why buy
old technology?

Best wishes,
Ed

H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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Friend said:

FK

EdK said:

Thanks - I will. Will be getting it tomorrow. Just bought an HP P1100 to
go with it. I think this is a good combo.

By the way, USB and Compact Flash II are also important factors. Why buy
old technology?

Best wishes,
Ed

H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

So, you got a HP 1100! Wow. A great printer. When you took some shots
please post them so that we can see them.

The S-10 is a killer at night shots. Go to my photo albums and check at
'My favorites". You'll see some night shots there.

http://albums.photopoint.com/j/AlbumList?u=169592

Have a nice day

Hide Takahashi.

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H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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EdK said:

In this case, USB allows me to upload my 1.5 MB photos at record spped. I
call that better.

I have a 48 MB CFII flash card and it seems more than enough - holds
about 30 High rez pics at full compression and 75 High rez pics at
moderate compression.
Therefore, I have no intention of purchasing a Micro Drive anyway. I
doubt that I will even need another CF card.

Finally, I have the money for a flash reader so it's no big deal to me
either.

But thanks for your always insightful advice.
Ed

Friend said:

FK

EdK said:

Thanks - I will. Will be getting it tomorrow. Just bought an HP P1100 to
go with it. I think this is a good combo.

By the way, USB and Compact Flash II are also important factors. Why buy
old technology?

Best wishes,
Ed

H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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EdK said:

Just checked and my 48MB card will hold 31 1600x1200 pics at minimal
compression. That means that the 80 MB cards will hold about 61 pics.

Ed

EdK said:

In this case, USB allows me to upload my 1.5 MB photos at record spped. I
call that better.

I have a 48 MB CFII flash card and it seems more than enough - holds
about 30 High rez pics at full compression and 75 High rez pics at
moderate compression.
Therefore, I have no intention of purchasing a Micro Drive anyway. I
doubt that I will even need another CF card.

Finally, I have the money for a flash reader so it's no big deal to me
either.

But thanks for your always insightful advice.
Ed

Friend said:

FK

EdK said:

Thanks - I will. Will be getting it tomorrow. Just bought an HP P1100 to
go with it. I think this is a good combo.

By the way, USB and Compact Flash II are also important factors. Why buy
old technology?

Best wishes,
Ed

H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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Allyn said:

Glad your happy with your S10. It sounds like you did your homework in
researching the camera that meets your needs. As you read, I had a bad
experience with my S10. Maybe it was a defective camera... I'd like to
think so. I would like to say that I really like my Nikon 950. It takes
a great picture every time and I don't have to practice (as Hide says...
practice, practice, practice.). It is not as small as the S10 and
honestly, I really liked the S10s design... but, I don't have to worry
about my pictures coming out great.

And... for what it is worth.. I think that Ken is an A-hole that really
needs help.

Best of luck!

Allyn

EdK said:

Just checked and my 48MB card will hold 31 1600x1200 pics at minimal
compression. That means that the 80 MB cards will hold about 61 pics.

Ed

EdK said:

In this case, USB allows me to upload my 1.5 MB photos at record spped. I
call that better.

I have a 48 MB CFII flash card and it seems more than enough - holds
about 30 High rez pics at full compression and 75 High rez pics at
moderate compression.
Therefore, I have no intention of purchasing a Micro Drive anyway. I
doubt that I will even need another CF card.

Finally, I have the money for a flash reader so it's no big deal to me
either.

But thanks for your always insightful advice.
Ed

Friend said:

FK

EdK said:

Thanks - I will. Will be getting it tomorrow. Just bought an HP P1100 to
go with it. I think this is a good combo.

By the way, USB and Compact Flash II are also important factors. Why buy
old technology?

Best wishes,
Ed

H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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Allyn said:

Glad your happy with your S10. It sounds like you did your homework in
researching the camera that meets your needs. As you read, I had a bad
experience with my S10. Maybe it was a defective camera... I'd like to
think so. I would like to say that I really like my Nikon 950. It takes
a great picture every time and I don't have to practice (as Hide says...
practice, practice, practice.). It is not as small as the S10 and
honestly, I really liked the S10s design... but, I don't have to worry
about my pictures coming out great.

And... for what it is worth.. I think that Ken is an A-hole that really
needs help.

Best of luck!

Allyn

EdK said:

Just checked and my 48MB card will hold 31 1600x1200 pics at minimal
compression. That means that the 80 MB cards will hold about 61 pics.

Ed

EdK said:

In this case, USB allows me to upload my 1.5 MB photos at record spped. I
call that better.

I have a 48 MB CFII flash card and it seems more than enough - holds
about 30 High rez pics at full compression and 75 High rez pics at
moderate compression.
Therefore, I have no intention of purchasing a Micro Drive anyway. I
doubt that I will even need another CF card.

Finally, I have the money for a flash reader so it's no big deal to me
either.

But thanks for your always insightful advice.
Ed

Friend said:

FK

EdK said:

Thanks - I will. Will be getting it tomorrow. Just bought an HP P1100 to
go with it. I think this is a good combo.

By the way, USB and Compact Flash II are also important factors. Why buy
old technology?

Best wishes,
Ed

H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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Friend said:

FK

Allyn said:

Glad your happy with your S10. It sounds like you did your homework in
researching the camera that meets your needs. As you read, I had a bad
experience with my S10. Maybe it was a defective camera... I'd like to
think so. I would like to say that I really like my Nikon 950. It takes
a great picture every time and I don't have to practice (as Hide says...
practice, practice, practice.). It is not as small as the S10 and
honestly, I really liked the S10s design... but, I don't have to worry
about my pictures coming out great.

And... for what it is worth.. I think that Ken is an A-hole that really
needs help.

Best of luck!

Allyn

EdK said:

Just checked and my 48MB card will hold 31 1600x1200 pics at minimal
compression. That means that the 80 MB cards will hold about 61 pics.

Ed

EdK said:

In this case, USB allows me to upload my 1.5 MB photos at record spped. I
call that better.

I have a 48 MB CFII flash card and it seems more than enough - holds
about 30 High rez pics at full compression and 75 High rez pics at
moderate compression.
Therefore, I have no intention of purchasing a Micro Drive anyway. I
doubt that I will even need another CF card.

Finally, I have the money for a flash reader so it's no big deal to me
either.

But thanks for your always insightful advice.
Ed

Friend said:

FK

EdK said:

Thanks - I will. Will be getting it tomorrow. Just bought an HP P1100 to
go with it. I think this is a good combo.

By the way, USB and Compact Flash II are also important factors. Why buy
old technology?

Best wishes,
Ed

H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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EdK said:

Glad you are happy with your 950. I seriously considered that cam also. I
think you made a great choice - just could not get used to the feel of
the 950. Also, the S-10 does require some patience and practice to get
those really great shots. I don't mind this and I feel the results are
more than worth the effort. Plus, I am learning about my camera and how
to use it properly - which I actually enjoy.

By the way, agree with you about Ken. Don't understand what he is trying
to prove here. Most normal people with an 800 would be talking in the
Nikon forum-not in this one.

Guess he feels he needs to justify his choice by making everyone else
feel they have made the wrong choice. Sounds like something a 10 year old
child would do. Hey, maybe I've hit on something here!

Ed

Allyn said:

Glad your happy with your S10. It sounds like you did your homework in
researching the camera that meets your needs. As you read, I had a bad
experience with my S10. Maybe it was a defective camera... I'd like to
think so. I would like to say that I really like my Nikon 950. It takes
a great picture every time and I don't have to practice (as Hide says...
practice, practice, practice.). It is not as small as the S10 and
honestly, I really liked the S10s design... but, I don't have to worry
about my pictures coming out great.

And... for what it is worth.. I think that Ken is an A-hole that really
needs help.

Best of luck!

Allyn

EdK said:

Just checked and my 48MB card will hold 31 1600x1200 pics at minimal
compression. That means that the 80 MB cards will hold about 61 pics.

Ed

EdK said:

In this case, USB allows me to upload my 1.5 MB photos at record spped. I
call that better.

I have a 48 MB CFII flash card and it seems more than enough - holds
about 30 High rez pics at full compression and 75 High rez pics at
moderate compression.
Therefore, I have no intention of purchasing a Micro Drive anyway. I
doubt that I will even need another CF card.

Finally, I have the money for a flash reader so it's no big deal to me
either.

But thanks for your always insightful advice.
Ed

Friend said:

FK

EdK said:

Thanks - I will. Will be getting it tomorrow. Just bought an HP P1100 to
go with it. I think this is a good combo.

By the way, USB and Compact Flash II are also important factors. Why buy
old technology?

Best wishes,
Ed

H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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EdK said:

Thanks to Ken Canon is taking notice??????

Not sure I would go that far - perhaps other people in this forum had
something to do with Canon taking notice also. Try reading the rest of
the posts on this site.

Ed

Friend said:

FK

Allyn said:

Glad your happy with your S10. It sounds like you did your homework in
researching the camera that meets your needs. As you read, I had a bad
experience with my S10. Maybe it was a defective camera... I'd like to
think so. I would like to say that I really like my Nikon 950. It takes
a great picture every time and I don't have to practice (as Hide says...
practice, practice, practice.). It is not as small as the S10 and
honestly, I really liked the S10s design... but, I don't have to worry
about my pictures coming out great.

And... for what it is worth.. I think that Ken is an A-hole that really
needs help.

Best of luck!

Allyn

EdK said:

Just checked and my 48MB card will hold 31 1600x1200 pics at minimal
compression. That means that the 80 MB cards will hold about 61 pics.

Ed

EdK said:

In this case, USB allows me to upload my 1.5 MB photos at record spped. I
call that better.

I have a 48 MB CFII flash card and it seems more than enough - holds
about 30 High rez pics at full compression and 75 High rez pics at
moderate compression.
Therefore, I have no intention of purchasing a Micro Drive anyway. I
doubt that I will even need another CF card.

Finally, I have the money for a flash reader so it's no big deal to me
either.

But thanks for your always insightful advice.
Ed

Friend said:

FK

EdK said:

Thanks - I will. Will be getting it tomorrow. Just bought an HP P1100 to
go with it. I think this is a good combo.

By the way, USB and Compact Flash II are also important factors. Why buy
old technology?

Best wishes,
Ed

H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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Friend said:

FK

EdK said:

Thanks to Ken Canon is taking notice??????

Not sure I would go that far - perhaps other people in this forum had
something to do with Canon taking notice also. Try reading the rest of
the posts on this site.

Ed

Friend said:

FK

Allyn said:

Glad your happy with your S10. It sounds like you did your homework in
researching the camera that meets your needs. As you read, I had a bad
experience with my S10. Maybe it was a defective camera... I'd like to
think so. I would like to say that I really like my Nikon 950. It takes
a great picture every time and I don't have to practice (as Hide says...
practice, practice, practice.). It is not as small as the S10 and
honestly, I really liked the S10s design... but, I don't have to worry
about my pictures coming out great.

And... for what it is worth.. I think that Ken is an A-hole that really
needs help.

Best of luck!

Allyn

EdK said:

Just checked and my 48MB card will hold 31 1600x1200 pics at minimal
compression. That means that the 80 MB cards will hold about 61 pics.

Ed

EdK said:

In this case, USB allows me to upload my 1.5 MB photos at record spped. I
call that better.

I have a 48 MB CFII flash card and it seems more than enough - holds
about 30 High rez pics at full compression and 75 High rez pics at
moderate compression.
Therefore, I have no intention of purchasing a Micro Drive anyway. I
doubt that I will even need another CF card.

Finally, I have the money for a flash reader so it's no big deal to me
either.

But thanks for your always insightful advice.
Ed

Friend said:

FK

EdK said:

Thanks - I will. Will be getting it tomorrow. Just bought an HP P1100 to
go with it. I think this is a good combo.

By the way, USB and Compact Flash II are also important factors. Why buy
old technology?

Best wishes,
Ed

H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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EdK said:

Friend said:

FK

EdK said:

Thanks to Ken Canon is taking notice??????

Not sure I would go that far - perhaps other people in this forum had
something to do with Canon taking notice also. Try reading the rest of
the posts on this site.

Ed

Friend said:

FK

Allyn said:

Glad your happy with your S10. It sounds like you did your homework in
researching the camera that meets your needs. As you read, I had a bad
experience with my S10. Maybe it was a defective camera... I'd like to
think so. I would like to say that I really like my Nikon 950. It takes
a great picture every time and I don't have to practice (as Hide says...
practice, practice, practice.). It is not as small as the S10 and
honestly, I really liked the S10s design... but, I don't have to worry
about my pictures coming out great.

And... for what it is worth.. I think that Ken is an A-hole that really
needs help.

Best of luck!

Allyn

EdK said:

Just checked and my 48MB card will hold 31 1600x1200 pics at minimal
compression. That means that the 80 MB cards will hold about 61 pics.

Ed

EdK said:

In this case, USB allows me to upload my 1.5 MB photos at record spped. I
call that better.

I have a 48 MB CFII flash card and it seems more than enough - holds
about 30 High rez pics at full compression and 75 High rez pics at
moderate compression.
Therefore, I have no intention of purchasing a Micro Drive anyway. I
doubt that I will even need another CF card.

Finally, I have the money for a flash reader so it's no big deal to me
either.

But thanks for your always insightful advice.
Ed

Friend said:

FK

EdK said:

Thanks - I will. Will be getting it tomorrow. Just bought an HP P1100 to
go with it. I think this is a good combo.

By the way, USB and Compact Flash II are also important factors. Why buy
old technology?

Best wishes,
Ed

H.Takahashi said:

Hi Ed,

Congratulation on your decision to buy the S-10. Like I said many times
in this forum that there isn't a perfect digi cam. All digi cams today
have some shortcomings and it's a matter of question whether you can live
with that or not.

Some people expect the camera to work perfectly in auto mode in any
situation and that they don't like a little work around.I wish we had
such a camera today for the same price.

What I expected from this camera most was a high image quality and ease
of use and I'm very pleased with both.

It seems like there are some defective cameras out there, so make sure to
check that your camera works right when you got it.

Hide Takahashi

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