When you first use the Casio QV-8000 you think 'wow, what a great camera'. But when you actually start to use it, you get carried away with the LCD screen, good as it is, it eats batteries like you wouldn't beleive, and with no alternative, you must use re-chargeable batteries.
With an 8x zoom, USB, and a 8MB compact flash card, it's really great. The menu is easy to use, and all the on-screen features are useful.
On some recent occasions, heres how it went: --Trip to France: It picked up some great detail on statues, and was brilliant with the way it zoomed quickly. --Production: Not so good, as the flash wasn't being much help. This made the LCD screen virtually useless, and with the camera being on for a total of 15 minutes, the batteries were dead. This meant missing the 2nd half of Bugsy Malone.
However, when the camera was dropped some time ago, the battery door broke, and is now held on with Gaffa tape.
In conclusion this is a well designed camera, with great features.
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Sorry for the fairly low rating but there's a lot more you could write about a product like this. Let me know if you add to it and I'll happily come back and re-rate.
PeterFarrell 09.02.2002 18:37
A good start, but a little more detail will help you get higher ratings, such as price, what memory does it come with, what cables are supplied for loading pictures onto your PC, and what PC requirements are there? Any software included? A good op though, Pete. BTW I'll be happy to re-read and possibly re-rate if you change it and let me know.
LostWitness 09.02.2002 17:11
A good opinion, but needs more detail to secure higher ratings. How much did it cost you, for instance?
You will receive 1 high quality Rechargeable Battery,100% fits!Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery ... more
(brand new merchandise in original packaging)This high capacity rechargeable battery definitely disposes of more power than the battery which was included in the delivery of your device. This rechargeable battery can be used instead of the original rechargeable battery without any problems and can be recharged with the available standard power supply. The rechargeable battery is protected and secured against overcharge and short-circuits.Important information:A battery with a greater power output than the battery which was included in the delivery of your device can have larger dimensions. Please observe the dimensions in mm indicated in the offer (see above under technical details).safety due to heat and overcharge protectionmore power than the battery which was included in the delivery of your deviceno memory effect - recharge your battery whenever you likeexcellent fitting accuracy, certified quality merchandise, not an original accessorythe standard battery charger can still be usedLegal note: This item is compatible, not an original product of the digital camera manufacturer and is not manufactured, supported or recommended by the digital camera manufacturers. All brand names, trade marks and product names only serve the purpose of indicating compatibility, in doing so are not connected to the original products of the respective manufacturers and are the property of the respective holder of rights.
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Ex-Pro ultra fast 1 hour travel charger including 3 popular adapters, UK, Euro&USA/Canada ... more
- made specifically for Digital Camera's and any other equipment using AA or AAA Ni-Mh rechargable batteries. LED Indications with automatic current selection for batteries, can also charge 2 x AAA batteries (Not included). Automatic Cut off when charged.
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Advantages: Easily carried in a coat pocket and has all the features most of us will r need Disadvantages: Lcd screen not easy to see in bright light. Menu system takes a bit of getting used to.
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