Camera Help..

[SaltCritters]

Well I think i just ruined my camera last night. I sorta got a little too close to the water lol. Now there is water inside the lense that i can't get out. Any way to get it out? I figured it will eventually evaporate but with it being salt water there is more than likely going to be salt in it. So i was thinking about upgrading and getting a new camera. Right now i got the Cannon Powershot S3 IS. I like this camera alot. i likle how the LCD screen moves so i can see what im taking a picture of when the camera is above my head or pointed down in a tank. It also takes normal AA batteries A big pluse. Any suggestions on a good all around camera that will also take great pictures of coral??

[PhotoJohn]

sorry but your lens is now worthless

Get a cannon g series, like yours but practically professional level. It is the best point and shoot on the market!

[rayme07]

Is there a way you can take off the lens and get a new one. But most lenses are just as expensive as getting a new camera. Its always an idea though. :)

[SaltCritters]

i was looking at the rebels

[SaltCritters]

Iv been trying to get it off but i don't think it comes off

[rayme07]

I just looked it up it don't come off. sorry about your camera. Does it have a warranty you could send it back to the factory to get it fixed.

[PhotoJohn]

rebels are okay, many people like them

[SaltCritters]

well I went ahead and got the canon EOS Rebel XSI. Still need to find a macro lens tho. Have to figure this beast out LOL

[CarmieJo]

Can't wait to see some :pic: with your new camera.

[SaltCritters]

Well i was playing around with the rebel last night at my parents house trying to figure it out. Got one ok pic. Still need to read the instructions.

http://www.saltcritters.com/floflo.JPG

[phirefly]

For macro shots, I love the Canon 100mm macro lens. It is a bit pricey, but well worth it for me.

[PhotoJohn]

get a 50mm and buy a set of extension tubes...cheap and great for macro shots. Sigma also make a great 105mm macro, thats what i use.

[SaltCritters]

anyone tried the Cannon EF 50mm F/2.5 Macro lens? Thats the one Ritzcamera recomended.

[phirefly]

50mm would be okay, but I prefer to get much closer with my macro shots. I like to get in really close and get detailed polyp and fish shots.

[SaltCritters]

They told me that lense could focus from as close as 9" or something. IM not sure. I don't know squat about them lol.

[rayme07]

HI Janelle welcome to TR.

[phirefly]

LOL, I'm such a lurker...I've been around for awhile, silently stalking. :)

That lens can probably focus at 9", I'd have to look it up. I know the 100mm is like 15". But that extra 50mm gets you in really close zoom-wise into the details. You'd do great with a 50mm lens, and then if you wanted to get in closer, add those extension tubes and try it with those too.

[rayme07]

I'm such a lurker...I've been around for awhile, silently stalking.

lol Well welcome to the posting side.:rotfl: I'm glad you came out of your lurking. :)

[PhotoJohn]

stalking for almost 2 years...thats impressive

[phirefly]

It's called dedication :D

[SaltCritters]

I can't find the canon 100m macro. Do you have a link

[phirefly]

Here's a nice review of it:
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro Lens Review (http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-100mm-f-2.8-USM-Macro-Lens-Review.aspx)

and on Amazon.com:
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens

[SaltCritters]

ok cool thanks. i'll look into it

[phirefly]

Here's a review of Kenko extension tubes - I have these on the way for myself..I'm going to tack them onto the 100mm to get even closer - can't wait to play with them!

Kenko Extension Tubes (http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Kenko-Extension-Tube-Set-Review.aspx)