my 1st camera AMANDAII Help me lol

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  1. Folly Mon

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    Right going back 2 years ago at Mr and Mrs shineys glorious garden party the weather was baking every one had a glorious day I remember AMANDAII Take in beautiful pictures now here me correctly I can not afford on the level of the equipment he was using as many of you who know me I am 95% through the restoration of my coffin my pride and joy split screen camper van so that eats any or most my spare cash a friend of mine has up graded so bought his starter kit off him having never had so much as an half decant camera I've seen the pics he's produced and Am quite impressed will, poss end up asking saft or daft questions but what I've lent if I don't ask stupid questions I will stay stupid so me little starter set up is DONT LAFF lol
    Panasonic lunmix dmc 3 rechargeable batteries polarising filter what ever that is???
    See told you I was saft carry bag leads few other bits it's being delivered Tuesday /Wednesday as my mate lives miles away I only want it for my garden my dog camper van & boxing shows just got to learn how to use it HELLLLLLLLP LOL
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    Do you mean a the likes of a Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3EB-K http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BET0V...lid=1CVRB2TYJJZQW&coliid=I3M7PCNV7HV65O&psc=1 although I suspect it isn't as I don't think you can get filters for it

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    Or have you got yourself something like a Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 (which can take filters) http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/panasonicdmclx3

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    Or is it a Panasonic micro 4/3 camera (AKA compact camera system) with interchangeable lenses? such as (but there's lots of models) http://www.amazon.co.uk/Panasonic-16-1MP-Compact-System-Camera/dp/B004ZKHAWM looking something like this

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    If you have the box, instructions, etc., anything will help identify the model, even what's on the front of the lens
     
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      Hi Nick, just seen this thread so sorry for the delay. As Scrungee says make sure which camera it is and we'll all put in some help and advice.

      Here's a bit about a polarising filter, although I have to say they are not a vital thing to have at the beginning. Some might disagree but I would get a UV filter which, when screwed onto the lens, will protect it.

      Polarising filters change the way that your camera sees and treats light. Particularly – when using one you’ll notice a change in how your camera sees reflections and glare. As a result it also has the ability to change the vibrancy of some colors in shots.

      Let’s look at a few areas where polarising filters can have have the biggest impact:

      • Water – When shooting a picture of water adjusting your polarising filter will mean you see into the water differently, cutting out glare and even changing the colour of the water. For example when I was snorkelling off a boat off the coast of Indonesia a few years ago I took a series of photos (on my film camera) using a polarising filter that made the water look crystal clear and a bright blue color. Without the filter the shots had nowhere near the same impact with a big reflection being picked up off the top of the water and a more murky color.
      • Sky – Similarly, the color of sky can change remarkably using a polarising filter. Rotating the filter you’ll see a blue sky change from a light pale blue color to a vibrant and deep blue color (depending upon where the sun is). A polarising filter can cut out a lot of the smoggy haze that is often in city shots.
      • Color – Polarizing filters cut down the reflection that many objects have (even those that you might not think reflect at all). This makes the colors of some of these objects more vibrant. For example out in the garden you might notice foliage on trees looking greener than you would get without the filter.
      • Other Reflections – Shooting through glass can be a real challenge at times and using a polarising filter can definitely assist in cutting down distracting reflections or glare. Similarly photographing shiny objects (like a new car for instance) with a polarising filter will change the way reflections are treated.
      One thing though, Nick, having a "all singing, all dancing" camera does not mean a great pic as it's down to the photographer. I said to you that you have the eye to see and create things and the last thing you are is stupid, believe me. I only wish I had your talent, but I kind of think photography is something you will like as you will be using that creative eye of yours:snork:
       
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        Hi Nick. You'll be fine with a LUMIX. I have a basic one and get some good piccies sometimes.
        As Armandii says, you've got the gift of seeing things that others don't see.
        Roll on - by the weekend, you'll be downloading piccies for us.
        Now, I can recommend "Dropbox" for storing piccies in. They are easy to put up on GC from Dropbox which is free,
        Jenny
         
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          I replied to this thread yesterday and some how it's gone lol I've had a tablet and just getting used to it thanks for all the info and kind words it's like the 3rd one scrungee the last one in pics should be delivered tomorrow or the next day as my mate lives miles away so will take pics when I get it and what I've got All the best and thank you all Nick
           
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            If it's the last type, a micro 4/3 compact camera system, I have 2 such cameras and a variety of lenses.

            Are you having trouble posting using a tablet? I have a couple and find posting pics can be a bit fiddly
             
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              Ive had a tablet and new phone Scrunge cus my phone got stole i will try again i just tried to up load a pic in another thread and said file too big?? So will try and up load pics of the camera now all i need to get is a memory card Dam says file too large again im usless with tecnoliage #Gutted
               
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              I use an app called photo collage on my tablet and you can save the photo as a smaller size which will the upload on here. Or you could use photobucket
               
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                Thank you CharlieBot i will have a go at downloading that chears Nick
                 
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                  How's it going Nick?
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                  I had a few problems to be honest but all sorted now I was trying to use too big a memory card but got there in the end hoping to go out this week end for my 1st few proper shots I've ended up doing sick cover at work I've been on every night gladly I've got the week end off then I'm on Monday & Tuesday finish Christmas eve morning for 2 weeks woop woop lol well end brake doing soup kitchen Christmas morning mass Christmas eve night that's Christmas all sorted for me good job I know the vicar I've told him all ready 90 hrs a week I don't want telling off if I fall asleep he said No problems Hope you and your family all set for Christmas?? Xx
                   
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                    Good to get an update from you, Nick:hapydancsmil:
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                    Enjoy your Christmas Nick, a nice long break for you. :)
                     
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                      Thanks for popping back in Nick. Have a lovely peaceful, joyful Christmas with those you love and I will be patient and look forward to seeing some of your piccies,
                      Jenny
                      xx for Gail
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                      xxx for you
                       
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