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Thank you to each of you who were a part of this community. You made it possible.
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There are other changes as well.
Why? Well, the world has changed. And change with it, we must. The lyrics to "We Go On" for IllumiNations say it best:
We go on to the joy and through the tears
We go on to discover new frontiers
Moving on with the current of the years.
We go on
Moving forward now as one
Moving on with a spirit born to run
Ever on with each rising sun.
To a new day, we go on.
It's time to move on and move forward.
PassPorter is a small business, and for many years it supported our family. But the world changed, print books took a backseat to the Internet, and for a long time now it has been unable to make ends meet. We've had to find new ways to support our family, which means new careers and less and less time available to devote to our first baby, PassPorter.
But eventually, we must move on and move forward. It is the right thing to do.
So we are retiring this newsletter, as we simply cannot keep up with it. Many thanks to Mouse Fan Travel who supported it all these years, to All Ears and MousePlanet who helped us with news, to our many article contributors, and -- most importantly -- to Sara Varney who edited our newsletter so wonderfully for years and years.
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Thank you, thank you, thank you for your amazing support over the years. Without you, there's no way us little guys could have made something like this happen and given the "big guys" a run for their money. PassPorter was consistently the #3 guidebook after the Unofficial and Official guides, which was really unheard of for such a small company to do. We ROCKED it thanks to you and your support and love!
If you miss us, you can still find some of us online. Sara started a new blog at DisneyParkPrincess.com -- I strongly urge you to visit and get on her mailing list. She IS the Disney park princess and knows Disney backward and forward. And I am blogging as well at JenniferMaker.com, which is a little craft blog I started a couple of years ago to make ends meet. You can see and hear me in my craft show at https://www.youtube.com/c/jennifermaker . Many PassPorter readers and fans are on Facebook, in groups they formed like the PassPorter Trip Reports and PassPorter Crafting Challenge (if you join, just let them know you read about it in the newsletter). And some of our most devoted community members started a forum of their own at Pixie Dust Lane and all are invited over.
So we encourage you to stay in touch with us and your fellow community members wherever works best for you!
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<font color="blue"> MAKE: Sony, of Course!
MODEL: DSC P-8
# of Megapixels or film size: 3.2
Optical Zoom: 3x
Type of recording media: Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro
Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): jpg
What do you like most: Small size, long battery life, picture quality
What do you dislike: low zoom, shutter speed (too much wiggle) I don't have a steady hand - so I get a lot of pictures that blur with the zoom/action shots.
What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: Tough to say - I'd probably go with the Sony H-1 - still pretty small but with a good zoom on it.
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Now for John's camera -
<font color="red"> MAKE: Sony, of course (John is a major Sony Addict)
MODEL: Sony DSC W-7
# of Megapixels or film size: 7.2
Optical Zoom: 3x again
Type of recording media: Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro
Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): jpg
What do you like most: He hasn't worked with it much yet- liked the size (It needs to fit in his cargo pocket pants for work) and the megapixel range. Sony brand name. He also wanted the large display on the back to show the hospitals his pictures from the scene of an accident/injury, etc, in the ER to assist in treatment.
What do you dislike: size - it's just a LITTLE too big for the smallest size case for protection. Small lens aperture - that's his biggest beef with the new Sonys - even though they still have the 3x zoom, and the Carl Zeiss lenses, the lenses are too small to let in enough light for the kind of crisp clean picture he prefers.
What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: If money/space were no object - he'd probably stick with what he has for everyday - and for taking to specific photo ops, he'd go with a digital Canon Rebel, or other Digital SLR with interchangeable lenses - I think he's checked out Sony's line pretty extensively. As far as his "pocket" camera - I'm sure he'd stick with what he's got - since he just bought it for Christmas.
Then there was his FAVORITE camera, may it rest in peace.
Sony Cybershot 1.3 Megapixel - that's right - a 1.3, early model Sony digital - he's had for years, since digitals first came out - This was the highest megapixel they sold in a consumer camera at the time (non-professional). While the claim has been made that the photos from these low megapixel cameras are only good for 4x6 in prints - We've printed some incredibly gorgeous 8x10s from this camera. It helps that John is incredibly steady with a good eye for composition. This camera was an extension of his hand - and he was never without it for over 5 years, till it finally bit the dust last summer - he's been mourning ever since - and using my P-8 - GRRRR!
They don't sell anything comparable any more, in a higher megapixel camera.
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So - are we talking just snapshots here - or do we want video cameras as well???
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MAKE: Konica - Minolta
MODEL:70
# of Megapixels or film size:35mm (yes i know i'm a old fashioned gal
Optical Zoom:70-300 lens
Type of recording media:n/a
Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other):n/a
What do you like most:Its sharp, and has good metering
What do you dislike:its quite a haul in the parks
What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: maybe a point and shoot digital - im still not keen on digital though
I also own an older Minolta QTSI film SLR - a very dumbed down SLR for newbies
And an OLD Canon AE1 fully manual SLR about 30 years old
And a Minolta point and shoot with a 125mm zoom that i rarely uses, although it does take great pics for a P&S
MAKE: Canon
MODEL: Powershot A95
# of Megapixels or film size: 5.0
Optical Zoom: 3x (digital zoom is 4.1x)
Type of recording media: Compact Flash
Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): jpg
What do you like most: The crispness of the pictures.
What do you dislike: We are still learning how to use all the special effects.
What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: Unsure right now.
We actually bought this one before our trip last June after reading several posts on here. We really liked what Melissa (mestitch) said about this model.
MAKE: Sony
MODEL: DSC-P200
# of Megapixels or film size: 7.2
Optical Zoom: 3X (I think, I can't remember.)
Type of recording media: Memory Stick
Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): jpg
What do you like most: The size and the mp's.
What do you dislike: I haven't found anything I don't like yet.
What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: Probably another Sony. We have several in the family and have had great luck with them. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]
MAKE: Kodak Easyshare MODEL:DX7630 # of Megapixels or film size: 6 MP Optical Zoom: 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom Type of recording media: SD Card Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other):JPG What do you like most:Small and easy to use, although I'm still trying to figure out the night settings. It's my first digital and very happy with it for the most part. What do you dislike: Not enough zoom. What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: Looking right now for a camera and still shopping. Looking @ Nikons right now.
Back-up Camera MAKE: Minolta MODEL: Maxxum 5 SLR # of Megapixels or film size: 35mm Optical Zoom: Have two lenses...28-90 and 70-300 Type of recording media: Film What do you like most:The flexibilty of the zoom. What do you dislike: Much more to carry around and the film and processing fees. Also not knowing what the picture looks like until I get them developed. I'm a little spoiled by digital now. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]
MAKE: Panasonic Lumix MODEL: DMC-FX35 # of Megapixels or film size: 10.1 MP Optical Zoom: 3.x x Type of recording media: SDHC or SD Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): JPG What do you like most: Its Super Small. It has a wide angle (for a point & shoot) 25mm. It can record widescreen movies at up to 720p 30fps. It can take pictures in 4:3, 3:2, or 16:9. What do you dislike: The zoom is not as long as I'd like and the movies take up a good amount of space. What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: I just bought this, and I can't think of a better point & shoot. Its been fantastic. Super small, but super powerful.
MAKE: Pentax
MODEL: Optio A40
# of Megapixels or film size: 12.0mp
Optical Zoom: 3.0x optical, 17.9x digital
Type of recording media: SD memory card
Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): JPG
What do you like most: takes very detailed pictures, shutter lag time barely noticeable, focus is good even when moving, lots of options like macro focus. Tons of presets but can also change everything manually
What do you dislike: Drains batteries fast, no viewfinder - the screen can be hard to see sometimes in bright sun.
What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: I love this camera, just bought it a few months ago and would recommend it to anyone who wants a little more control than a basic point and shoot.
MAKE: Kodak easyshare dx6340
MODEL: dx6340
# of Megapixels or film size: 3.1
Optical Zoom: 4x
Type of recording media: sd card
Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): jpg
What do you like most: easy to use and download film to easyshare website
What do you dislike: would like higher pixel count
What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: higher pixel count
MAKE: Kodak MODEL: CX 7530 # of Megapixels or film size: 5.0 Optical Zoom: 3 x Type of recording media: SD Media card Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): jpg What do you like most: small easy to tote around What do you dislike: NO ZOOM! What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: I am actually looking into buying Nikon D50. Not to replace my Kodak but to use on things where I need a larger zoom.
My other camera (which I still use) is: MAKE: Manolta MODEL: 330 si # of Megapixels or film size: 35 mm Optical Zoom: two lenses one is a 70-300 and the other is a 28-90 Type of recording media: Film What do you like most: The zoom What do you dislike: Having to buy film! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/rofl2.gif[/img] It is heavy and bulky
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MAKE: Sony MODEL: Cyber-Shot DSC-P93 # of Megapixels or film size: 5.1 MP Optical Zoom: 3x Optical/4x Digital Type of recording media: Memory Stick Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): JPG What do you like most: It is small and light and didn't cost all that much, since we're usually broke [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/smirk.gif[/img] What do you dislike: It doesn't take as great of night shots as I'd like (even with the tripod, but I haven't tried a monopod yet). I would also like more MP and a farther zoom. What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: As far as small model cameras (point & shoot) go, I like the Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W7, the Cyber-Shot DSC-N1 and the new Canon PowerShot SD550. For a little bit larger models, I like the Canon PowerShot Pro 1 and the new Canon EOS 5D. I haven't really looked at anything else!
Our primary camera that we use for our business and rarely leaves the house is our Nikon Coolpix 990 which I have about worn out with over 100,000 upclose pictures of vintage and antique jewelry taken with it and I bought it used!!! The Coolpix 990 is a Pro camera and not for the faint of heart (has 2 LCD screnes and 12 knobs and buttons on the outside alone and dozens of menu functions depending on Auto or Manual mode) It does not have different Scene selections, you have to set up all the auto or manual functions yourself, but you can save all the setups on the camera and select one with a touch of a button.
MAKE: Nikon
MODEL: E990 or Coolpix 990
# of Megapixels or film size: 3.34
Optical Zoom: 3x Nikkor all glass equivalent to 38-115mm it also has 4x digital zoom
Type of recording media: CompactFlash
Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): JPG
What do you like most: Full Manual Control shooting mode and great upclose pictures,,as close as 3/4 inch.
What do you dislike: Uses batteries up really quick (4 double "A"s) (Rayovac rechargeable Nimh batteries work the best of all the battery brands) when using flash and with both the top and back LCD displays on! I wish I had bought this camera when it was new!
What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: I am currently getting ready to replace it with a Nikon Coolpix 5400
Our backup camera that we took to WDW is also a Nikon!
It took all the pictures we have put up for you to see. Its a good size for a fanny pack and holds up really well (I got it wet on Splash Mountain taking the picture looking down the 5 Story drop 4 times)and you need a tripod or something to set it on when takeing pictures at night without flash.
MAKE: Nikon
MODEL: E775 or Coolpix 775
# of Megapixels or film size: 2.14
Optical Zoom: 3x Nikkor all glass equivalent to 38-115mm it also has 2.5x digital zoom
Type of recording media: CompactFlash
Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): JPG
What do you like most: Its a really great Automatic Point and Shoot camera with 8 Scene selections and a Video record mode.
What do you dislike: Does not have much manual control! and you can not buy the special Nikon 7.4 volt batery over the counter.
What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: If I ever replace this one, it will be with a Nikon Coolpix 5400 or Nikon D70
As you can tell i'm a Nikon fan!!! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/woot.gif[/img] Nikon [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/woot.gif[/img] Nikon [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/woot.gif[/img]
MAKE: Nikon
MODEL: D50
# of Megapixels or film size: 6MP
Optical Zoom: SLR, Nikon 18-55 & Tamron 28-200
Type of recording media: SD
Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): All of the above plus Nikon's proprietary RAW mode.
What do you like most: Interchangable lenses, program modes, easy sensitivity adjustment and its my first Nikon.
What do you dislike: Low avialable light AF and AE
What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: I just bought it a few months ago so this is what I would have gotten.
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MAKE: Sony
MODEL: DSC-S70
# of Megapixels or film size: 3.1MP
Optical Zoom: 3X
Type of recording media: Memory Stick
Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): JPG
What do you like most: Low available light AF and AE. It feels like a real camera, not too small or light.
What do you dislike: It's dying [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/frown.gif[/img]
What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: Dunno. DW just got a Canon A520. I wouldn't get one of those. Its too small for my hands.
MAKE: Olympus MODEL: EVolt E-500 DSLR # of Megapixels or film size: 8MP Optical Zoom: Depends on the lens Type of recording media: XD and CompactFlash Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): All What do you like most: 8MP and the ability to change lenses to get what I want. I got the 14-45MM (28-90 35MM equivalent) and the 40-150MM (80-300 35MM equivalent) lenses with it. The max zoom is almost 10X in prosumer camera talk... What do you dislike: So far, nothing... What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: :headslap:
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MAKE: HP
MODEL: photosmart 945
# of Megapixels or film size: 5.3
Optical Zoom: 56x (8x precision 7x digital)
Type of recording media: SD card, up to 520mb
Normal recording Mode (jpg, tiff, raw, other): jpg
What do you like most: Being able to take pictures in color, black and white or sepia. When I was using film I was running around with two cameras. One with color film, one with black and white film. Now I just change the settings.
What do you dislike: I have no clue how to use it! Or at least use some of the more advanced functions. But I guess that's not the camera's fault!! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]
What would you buy if you bought a new camera now: A Canon Digital Rebel
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