There is nothing much wrong with herself's Fuji finepix f455 camera. The problem now is that does not use SD cards.
Having invested in the IPad there are issues in getting pics onto this, So! looking for a similar size compact with a viewfinder that does take SD cards.
When did compacts stop having viewfinders? Is there a later model of some make that would fill the need? Herself is a snapper, so no big deal in terms of performance.
Maybe one of you guys giving feedback can dredge their memory and come up with a model that I can search for second hand.
Herself has an expectation that I can satisfy her wants. Helpis sorely needed.

I need to replace my beloved's compact camera but it must have a decent viewfinder, herself's insistance I might add.
Suggested that we go for a Pentax...Is there one!! I cannot find a Pentax model as such.
Any suggestions, please

You are all so kind but so knowledgeable. If it does not just plug in and work then it becomes beyond me.
Just wondering how the results from a stand alone scanner would compare with a flatbed scanner. The flatbed would have more use and be a better bet cost wise.

Chris. What is so frustrating is that our photo club has the Coolscan V 500 ED and it is sitting in my processsing room. My computer has Windows 7 64 bit. Nikon will not support this platform from what I can gather from the Web pages. Can I ask what platform you are using with this scanner?
Thanks for your kind offer. I do have a number of slides that need sorting. Not all are of interest and need scanning.

regards thoramay.

I have spent some time on the web and there are several models that claim to do a reasonable scan for slides that just need copying for memory purposes. Some scan negatives. Leaning towards taking film pictures again this seems inviting but some of the reviews are not the best. As always, looking at all angles but appreciate the input from you all.

I wish to scan a few slides into my computer. Is there a simple, it must be simple, method for doing this?
My printer scanner will not do this. What other option are there?

regards Thoramay.

Just picked up this Makpo mirror lens from a charity shop. It is 4.5 and M42 thread.
Has anyone any experience of this lens and it's performance.

regards Thoramay.

I have the Tamron. Being Pentax minded I am wondering if the Pentax has something that the Tamron does not and that it would be an advantage to go for the Pentax and sell the Tamron.
From what I have seen of the Tamron, I am well pleased but still hankers after the Pentax. Should I?

regards thoramay.

How do the Pentax and Tamron compare with this lens.

regards thoramay

I would be more than content to come back with shots like yours, Milander.
Mostly on the cruiser but will be visiting three islands. No idea what to expect although one has a wildlife sanctuary.
Have you tried the 28-250 with teleconverters. I have the Pentax F 1.7 and also the Tamron 2x for F systems. Don't want to be found with insufficient zoom at the wildlife centre.
I do have the 300* F4 and also the 645 300mm with an adapter but the are bulky and I have a walking disability that could hamper my progress.

regards