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Gimmicks

It’s only a matter of time before you run into an unscrupulous vendor who may try to trick you into buying a digital camera or accessory that you really don’t need or want. Head off potential problems by learning some of their advertising hype, gimmicks, ploys and bait-and-switch price schemes.


Beware selling cameras online

Beware selling cameras online

Selling camera equipment online can be risky. Scammers are clever but their approach usually has enough in common to raise red flags.

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Megapixel madness

Megapixel madness

We don’t need more megapixels! Really!

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Smile: cheesy camera mode

Smile: cheesy camera mode

Now here’s a digital camera feature that will give you something to smile about. Some Sony cameras have a Smile Detection mode. The feature is said to “capture joyous moments that used to get away!”

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Digital camera bait and baffle

Digital camera bait and baffle

My theory, based on experience, why some advertised products like digital cameras are not in stock even if you arrive early at the store.

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Misleading image stabilization terms

Misleading image stabilization terms

There are many terms for image stabilization. Understand the differences so you get the right thing.

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Misleading camera sales tactic?!

Misleading camera sales tactic?!

Do your own homework before buying a digital camera or you could get snookered by a salesperson!

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