Saturday, July 17, 2010

Canon PIXMA iP100 Mobile Photo Printer Review


I bought the iP100 for business use. I wanted something that was small and portable, yet solid and reliable, and so far it seems I've found just that with this printer. It is even smaller than I thought it would be, but seems to be very well built. I read other reviews talking about how there's no case available for this printer, but it actually fits nicely in the front pouch of my Dell laptop case. This printer is just an extremely convenient thing to own - though I bought it for business use, I can definitely see myself making use of it in other ways because it's just so darn nice to have around. It prints just as good if not better and faster than my Canon desktop printer. It does seem a little expensive maybe, but in my opinion it's most definitely worth it. I've always liked Canon printers and this one is no exception. If you need a portable printer, I can't imagine you won't be happy with the iP100.Get more detail about Canon PIXMA iP100 Mobile Photo Printer.

Canon Remote Switch RS60 E3 Top Quality


Used it with my Canon G11 - worked like a charm. Great for reducing vibration with a tripod!Get more detail about Canon Remote Switch RS60 E3.

Friday, July 16, 2010

Canon BCI-6M Magenta Ink Tank This instant


This vendor did a nice job in getting this ink to my doorstep in good time. It's a hard to find ink for this printer as I have an older model printer. Thanks.Get more detail about Canon BCI-6M Magenta Ink Tank.

Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR Cameras Immediately


The only negative I have noticed so far is that the zoom barrel does not turn as easily as I would like (like the kit lens does in the Canon Rebel XSi). I do not know if this is a design feature to prevent gravity from rolling the zoom barrel out or not. Sometimes I have to look at the zoom barrel to see if it's not moving because I'm at the end or because I just didn't turn it hard enough. I would rather not have to look ever.

The IS is amazing... if you take several shots rapid fire at a really low shutter speed, you can still get one that is sharp. I find that after the first few shots, my hand gets steadier.

Everything else seems great!

This does not have to do with the lens specifically, but for those wondering how far a 300mm lens can go - For small animals like tiny birds, you can't be too far away or they will just be too small. If they're perched on a second floor balcony and you are on the ground about 15 feet away, you can get them to take up a good amount of the picture but you can't zoom in on their eye or anything. If you like to zoom in really close to small animals that are skittish, from what I've heard, you can probably get away with using a 400mm lens without a tripod, I would recommend that.

Also 70mm is a little too zoomed in if you want to use it also to shoot your friends that are hanging out with you in a room. If you move like 10 feet away, you can get a picture, but I felt like I had to back up a little too much. It's still possible though. It made me start thinking about getting an 18mm-200mm to get the large range. Changing lenses is a hassle :)Get more detail about Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR Cameras.

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Canon PIXMA MP490 Inkjet Photo All-In-One Printer (3745B002) Buy Now


Installed the software drivers followed by plugging in printer. Error 6000 on lcd display. see user manual-says nothing of this error. Not worth the $40 paid for it if it isn't going to work, Returning to Office Depot.Get more detail about Canon PIXMA MP490 Inkjet Photo All-In-One Printer (3745B002).

Canon CB-2LX Battery Charger for Canon NB-5L Li-Ion Batteries Order Now


I've had a Canon Powershot SD800IS camera for several years. Recently I managed to lose the charger somewhere. I considered just buying a new camera, since mine was getting old, but anything similar in quality to what I had was too expensive for me right now. I saw this replacement charger and ordered it. It arrived within a few days, and in original Canon packaging. It is the "cordless" model as pictured, exactly like the original one I had lost. It works well. Buying a replacement charger saved me a lot of money - much cheaper than a new camera!Get more detail about Canon CB-2LX Battery Charger for Canon NB-5L Li-Ion Batteries.

Monday, July 12, 2010

Lowest Price Canon E-58U 58mm Snap-On Accessory Lens Cap


Amazon lists this as $31.04 with shipping at $3 and change, but when I go to check out, wants me to pay $14+ for shipping!!! This can be purchased direct from Canon for $8.50, not sure what the shipping is, but I'll bet it's less than $30 dollars. What's up Amazon? Found on a reputable camera supplier site for $8.50 with $4.95 S&H. Normally very happy with amazon pricing, but this is not OK.

Edit - Seems Amazon removed this item from the seller, so comments may not apply.Get more detail about Canon E-58U 58mm Snap-On Accessory Lens Cap.

Low Price Canon CLI-8C Cyan Ink Tank


I made the mistake of not realizing my printer required the "chipped" version of this ink. So, I'm sure the product is fine but just make sure of what you need before ordering.Get more detail about Canon CLI-8C Cyan Ink Tank.