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I see that alot of people up here are taking some clear and great photos of their fish, Two questions ,first question is are people using digital cameras to take there fish pics or another type of camera, and second as far as digital cameras what cameras brands and type do you suggest to take great photos
 
they all work well.. just learn how to use the camera

thats not an insult.. just.. well.. theres not really any other way to say it
 
I use a digital camera. Exilim by Casio.
 
The point about the camera vs learning to use it is good point. A great photographer can take a better pic with a crappy camera than a crappy photographer can take with a great camera. So if you want a good camera find a basic digital camera with a decent zoom and decent megapixels (most are 8+ now which is good). There are point and shoots which have limited features some with more than others and there are Digital SLR's. The SLR's offer more when it comes to upgrades. New lenses etc. With point and shoots you are pretty much stuck with whatever you get. Also SLR's have a lot faster flash recharge time as well as faster shutter speeds. Pluse you can add filter such as UV filters or Polorized filters. So it boils down to how much you want to spend. You can get decent point and shoots from anywhere between $100 and $500. Digital SLR's go from about $500 to several thousand. I personally use a Digital Rebel XT which is more camera than any novice photographer would need. I like Digital SLR for upgrade ability and speed of the shot and multiple shots. I am not a beginner but am no expert and I rarely miss a shot with my camera. The one from B&H is what I use.

Here are some links to check out. Low grade to high IMO and yes I like canon.
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=145&modelid=16347
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=144&modelid=15207
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=144&modelid=17624
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=139&modelid=14257
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/371189-REG/Canon_0209B001_EOS_Digital_Rebel_XT.html
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=139&modelid=17779
 
Oh and I intentionally put the XT higher than the XTI. I don't like how they removed the control screen and incorporated everything into the LCD. Waste of batteries in my opinion and not as easily readily available. I will take 2 less megapixels for ease and accessibility any day. But I do want the 40d next.
 
Photography is about 2 main things: the photographer and the lighting.
First of all there isn't "the perfect camera that takes great photos" you have to know how to use your camera and make sure you do, this is probably the most important part.
Second is lighting, lack of enough light = blurry pics, period.
Flashes, strobes, reflectors and other lighting gear helps a lot if you're willing to go that far.
 
All cameras and all brands take great pics, it all depends on the photographer and if they know how to properly use the cam.
 
Keep in mind that there is a difference between a quality photo produced by a good camera and an excellent shot produced by a great photographer. If you are using an auto focus on a point and shoot for instance and it is a crummy auto focus it is going to be hard to get a clear shot of something that is moving like a fish. So certain cameras have features that can make them easier to use for somebody who is not an excellent photographer but you do need to take the time to learn how to use them properly. Another thing that helps is being able to choose a fast shutter speed for a moving object. Of course you have to take into consideration allowing enough light into the camera and ultimately to the censor as well. If you have too little light and a fast shutter speed then you will have a very dark image and sometimes almost no image at all. On the other hand if you let too much light in it will white out the picture or colors may be too bright etc. If you have too slow of a shutter speed and there is any movement it will cause your picture to blur. This is why for low light or slow shutter speed shots you would want to put your camera on a tripod to prevent movement. Hope these tips help you to take some better pics. You will get better if you practice. I would also recommend fully reading your cameras manual to help you understand what functions it has and how to use them.
 
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