Photo questions

[David]

Hey photo bugs- I would really like to take some reasonably clear, close-up shots of tank inhabitants to post but can't possibly afford fancy, expensive camera at this time. I have been told that I can take any film to lab and have it "put on disc". Is there a cheapie (under $100) camera that would work out for me? I am going to camera shop today but don't trust salesman, could use some advice. Are there filters or whatever to minimize glare from glass? Tricks? As always, TIA for your help.

[Poseidon]

I used to sell cameras, now my wife and I own a small studio and we use only Canon Equipment. I bought my little sister an ELPH from canon and it does very well. I think Mandy bought a Sony digital from walmart for around 150.00-190.00 bucks and for the money she paid that thing is awesome... Goes thru batteries like crazy though!! You may want to wait a little while longer and spend the extra dough!

[Reinhold]

Digital cameras eat alkaline batteries like crazy. The answer is to buy Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable batteries and a charger. They last 10 times longer on a charge than a set of alkaline batteries, and can be recharged many times.

Olympus makes some awesome digital cameras which would give you great shots.