... After a good look, going through all the various specs, decided on the Toshiba PDRM25. It came with an 8mb smartmedia card and a 16mb one free, I think that's what swung it. I just love freebies. I can't remember exactly what we paid now but it was around average.
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- 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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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: Simple to use Disadvantages: Quite bulky and heavy compared to some.
...various specs, decided on the Toshiba PDRM25. It came with an 8mb smartmedia card and a 16mb one free, I think that's what swung it. I just love freebies. I can't remember exactly what we paid now but it was around average.
The camera comes with a really thick manual, and it's so tempting to ignore it, as it would takes ages to read. But once I did get around to reading it I found it very useful and very simple to follow.
...the review here is a brief summary of it's features.
Weighs 230g (excluding batteries)
1.5'' LCD monitor
2.3 million pixels
ISO 100/200/400
3 x zooms and macro mode
Self Timer
Red eye reduction
Forced flash and Supressed flash.
Date/Time/Automatic calendar
Long Exposure Photography
Multi Image Photography
Everyone was getting them so we decided it was time we got one too. A digital Camera that is. We were also about to go on a two and a half week holiday and that would mean lots of films.
Being our first we didn't want anything too complicated. We had looked at them before but not understood half of the jargon so I went home and had a good search on the internet. Many sites will explain the details to you and it is useful to print this out and take it with you.
So armed with our info we set off to our local comet, without the children!, to have a good browse. After a good look, going through all the various specs, decided on the Toshiba PDRM25. It came with an 8mb smartmedia card and a 16mb one free, I think that's what swung it. I just love freebies. I can't remember exactly what we paid now but it was around average.
The camera comes with a really thick manual, and it's so tempting to ignore it, as it would takes ages to read. But once I did get around to reading it I found it very useful and very simple to follow.
In case you can't be bothered to read through the review here is a brief summary of it's features.
Weighs 230g (excluding batteries) 1.5'' LCD monitor 2.3 million pixels ISO 100/200/400 3 x zooms and macro mode Self Timer Red eye reduction Forced flash and Supressed flash. Date/Time/Automatic calendar Long Exposure Photography Multi Image Photography
The accompanying manual is divided into 5 sections. Getting ready, Basic Photography, Playing back/Erasing Images, Other Applications and Additional Information. To start you only need to the first couple of sections, then you can try out the other features later when you have mastered it. Each section goes through the features of the camera so I'll use the manual to explain the camera to you.
Getting Ready. **************** This section starts by talking about the accessories you get, which are, 4xAA Batteries Video Cable Smart Media Card USB cable Case Lens Cap Wrist Strap CD Rom
It then explains what each part of the camera is and does with very clear pictures. It also explains what all the LCD pictures means. It continues by telling you how to insert the batteries, the Smart media card and how to attatch the wrist strap. All pretty basic but nice to have the info included.
Basic Photography. ********************* This section literally takes you step by step through how to take a photograph with again good real life pictures. It explains how to use automatic settings or manually do it. You can set both the image size and quality. You have six choices, two for size, (1792 x 1200 pixels and 896 x 600 pixels) and three for quality (low, middle and high compression). The better the quality and bigger the size the more memory that will be used on the card. Depending on what you take photos for, the lowest settings are Ok for viewing on the PC but the highest are best if printing out. The zoom features are explained and also macro mode (for close up photography). This section also gives details on using the self timer and how and when to use the flash.
If you are not much of a reader you can stop here and get going on your new camera but it's worth reading this bit as it now goes on to explain Multi Image photography , where you can take 16 photos at 0.25 sec intervals and Long Exposure Photography for subjects that will take several seconds to photograph, for example fireworks. For the real enthusiasts you can now read up on the manual settings (changing the white balance, exposure compensation and bulb photography) I must admit I still haven't read this section as I have been more than happy with the automatic settings.
Playing Back/ Erasing Images. ********************************* By now most people have tossed the manual aside and are getting to grips trying out the new camera. But the card soon fills up and you need to know how to empty and view the pics you've taken. All this is explained here, and tells you how to view your pics on the cameras LCD screen either individually or as a slide show. Also how you can compress images to give more space or protect them if you don't want them deleted.
Other Applications. ********************* Here you learn how to set the language and time and have sound on or off. But most importantly it explains how to upload your images to PC using the CD provided (but other applications work) or view on your TV.
Additional Information. ************************ This lists all the specifications, and tells you how many images you should get using various sized Media cards and settings. Also the usual and useful troubleshooting guide.
Well that's the camera. We have had it at least a couple of years now so lower than most on pixels and probably a bit heavier. But I like this feature and was handy when swapping from a heavy 35mm camera. It felt more natural. My 4 year old son has no problems using this camera and has tested it's robustness on many an occasion. Although compared to new ones the pixels aren't great, if on the highest setting the images are still excellent quality when printed out. Since starting this review (I know, got side tracked for a few months!) we have bought a 128mb card which means we can store at least 3 weeks worth of photos without needing to delete any. So will not be rushing off to buy a new one as this has been excellent and never had any problems.
I've added some pics for you to see the cameras' capabilities. Some close up and some landscape. If you want more examples, have a look at my other reviews with pictures as most of these have been taken with this camera.
Advantages: A Good,low priced camera to introduce you to digital photography Disadvantages: A spare day is required to read the manual!!
...possible!l decide to plump for Toshiba as l have had a few of their products,which have proved to be reliable.l purchase mine from a well known internet auction site(you all know which one l mean!) and got it for a reasonable £121.(which included posting via special delivery so l got it the next day) The camera has a definition of 2.2 million pixels which seemed okay for what l want it for,an LCD screen monitor,(so you can see what you are takig-no ... ...zoom lens so you can take pictures from a distance;all the associated cables to connect up to your PC;a CD-Rom to load the software onto your PC;once you are up and running you can do your own printing and send pictures to all your friends in far off places!
As with today's technology;the manual that comes with it needs to be read a few times;it is Very comprehensive but needs to be kept handy as you WILL be referring to it quite a few times.Having ...
alanski 06.07.2003
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Redefining digital clarity with a 2.2-megapixel CCD. The high-resolution lens, high-speed, high-precision auto focus and advanced program auto exposure of the PDR-M25 ensure that images are received in pristine condition before recorded using 1792 x 1200 pixels. The result is a high level of expression and color reproduction with a sharpness and clarity comparable to conventional 35mm photography. 896 x 600 pixel recording is also available in order to allow the easy download of images for computers or use on the Internet. The shot can be improved by choosing from three compression settings. The PDR-M25 stands out from the crowd with the addition of the digital 2X zoom and an optical 3X zoom lens, equivalent to a 35-114mm lens. Along with the smooth zooming between wide angle and telephoto settings at the touch of a single button, the PDR-M25 helps you push the boundaries of digital creativity.
Price, video mode, auto focus, auto exposure 
