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GE A730 7.0 Megapixel
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Product ID: EPID59253187
Description: The GE A730 is the most affordable point-and-shoot camera. Yet it has the firepower of cameras nearly twice its suggested retail price.You want megapixels? The A730 has seven - you don't see that every day in a basic model. A simple, int...
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GE A730 is well worth the moneyReview created: 10/25/07
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13 of 13 people found this review helpful.
I am not a "camera person". I don't like to take pictures for a couple of reasons.
1. I take horrible pics. People's heads are missing, the pics are blurry, I don't understand why the flash makes red eyes or takes away people's facial features (like noses), and my people look centered in the view finder, but not on the prints.
2. Digital cameras are expensive. I don't want to throw down a couple hundred bucks on something that I cannot use properly (see #1).
3. Cameras are confusing. What is ISO and aperture and shutter speed and why does my camera have all those settings? I don't need the hassle.
So, after buying 2 Argus digital cameras and finding out that a digital camera for less than $20 will not ever work... I gave up. My boyfriend did not - thankfully - and he bought me the A730 in pink. I think he got it in pink because he knows I love the color and he wanted me to actually carry it around.
So for $99.99 we got the camera. For another $20 we got a 2GB SD card. I am looking for a case now.
The camera is great. It has a HUGE LED display screen. I mean HUGE. Even I can see the subject of my photo perfectly in it. It has lots of neat features for photo-phobes like me including:
A stabilizer function. This is great if you are taking pics without a tripod and you tend to be shaky like me.
A face-finder. I thought this was a gimmick. How can it find faces? It really does! It puts a box around the people's faces in the viewfinder and then you can make sure everyone is in the photo and centered.
Idiot-proof "scene selections". I took photos of my daughter in the dark at a corn maze and they came out GREAT. I took photos of my boyfriend in the glaring sun and they came out wonderful. If you are like me and have no idea what settings to use in dim light, bright light, taking sports shots, taking shots of fireworks, landscapes, etc. then these settings will be your saving grace. I love them. Just choose your setting and click away.
The lens zooms out when you turn the camera on and then it retreats AND is covered when you turn the camera off. I have not seen another camera in the "under $300" price range that has a cover for the lens when it is not in use. And it isn't a cap, either. It is a little shutter that automatically opens and closes depending on if the camera is on or off. That way the lens will to get damaged if you have to put the camera in your purse or in your pocket for a second.
Best - the camera has 32MB of internal memory! We forgot the SD card the other day (ok, I forgot the card... not "we") and we were still able to take 25 pictures. We put the setting on 2mp and thought the pics would be sort of junky, but they were very good - much better than I expected. I took a picture of a flower and it was so clear and vivid, it almost looked professional!
Overall, I love this camera. It is easy to use, takes great pictures, and is totally affordable. I'd recommend it to anyone.
1. I take horrible pics. People's heads are missing, the pics are blurry, I don't understand why the flash makes red eyes or takes away people's facial features (like noses), and my people look centered in the view finder, but not on the prints.
2. Digital cameras are expensive. I don't want to throw down a couple hundred bucks on something that I cannot use properly (see #1).
3. Cameras are confusing. What is ISO and aperture and shutter speed and why does my camera have all those settings? I don't need the hassle.
So, after buying 2 Argus digital cameras and finding out that a digital camera for less than $20 will not ever work... I gave up. My boyfriend did not - thankfully - and he bought me the A730 in pink. I think he got it in pink because he knows I love the color and he wanted me to actually carry it around.
So for $99.99 we got the camera. For another $20 we got a 2GB SD card. I am looking for a case now.
The camera is great. It has a HUGE LED display screen. I mean HUGE. Even I can see the subject of my photo perfectly in it. It has lots of neat features for photo-phobes like me including:
A stabilizer function. This is great if you are taking pics without a tripod and you tend to be shaky like me.
A face-finder. I thought this was a gimmick. How can it find faces? It really does! It puts a box around the people's faces in the viewfinder and then you can make sure everyone is in the photo and centered.
Idiot-proof "scene selections". I took photos of my daughter in the dark at a corn maze and they came out GREAT. I took photos of my boyfriend in the glaring sun and they came out wonderful. If you are like me and have no idea what settings to use in dim light, bright light, taking sports shots, taking shots of fireworks, landscapes, etc. then these settings will be your saving grace. I love them. Just choose your setting and click away.
The lens zooms out when you turn the camera on and then it retreats AND is covered when you turn the camera off. I have not seen another camera in the "under $300" price range that has a cover for the lens when it is not in use. And it isn't a cap, either. It is a little shutter that automatically opens and closes depending on if the camera is on or off. That way the lens will to get damaged if you have to put the camera in your purse or in your pocket for a second.
Best - the camera has 32MB of internal memory! We forgot the SD card the other day (ok, I forgot the card... not "we") and we were still able to take 25 pictures. We put the setting on 2mp and thought the pics would be sort of junky, but they were very good - much better than I expected. I took a picture of a flower and it was so clear and vivid, it almost looked professional!
Overall, I love this camera. It is easy to use, takes great pictures, and is totally affordable. I'd recommend it to anyone.
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Very user friendly but non stop appetite for batteries!Review created: 06/15/08(updated 06/15/08)
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Pro's:
Small and Compact.
Affordable.
Made by GE.
User friendly menu's (super nice!).
Anti-blur, anti-shake. Smile finder.
Face detection.
Lots of functions - red eye remover, several flash options, timer.
Large LCD screen.
Con's:
Eats up batteries super fast!
I recommend having a supply of rechargeable batteries.
The viewfinder is the LCD screen - it takes some getting used to.
I'm used to having the camera up by my eye and focusing on my subject.
I have a hard time focusing my eyes with the LCD screen.
LCD screen is hard to see in sunlight.
Battery charger is not included.
Overall, a good camera for a beginner like me. Just make sure you have plenty of batteries!
Peace=^..^=
Small and Compact.
Affordable.
Made by GE.
User friendly menu's (super nice!).
Anti-blur, anti-shake. Smile finder.
Face detection.
Lots of functions - red eye remover, several flash options, timer.
Large LCD screen.
Con's:
Eats up batteries super fast!
I recommend having a supply of rechargeable batteries.
The viewfinder is the LCD screen - it takes some getting used to.
I'm used to having the camera up by my eye and focusing on my subject.
I have a hard time focusing my eyes with the LCD screen.
LCD screen is hard to see in sunlight.
Battery charger is not included.
Overall, a good camera for a beginner like me. Just make sure you have plenty of batteries!
Peace=^..^=
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My CameraReview created: 01/01/08
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
I love to take pictures! So I desided I needed a good digital camera. I bought this camera bacause it had 7 megapixels! A good picture. When I first got the camera it worked great! I loved it. Now I've had it for about a month! The screen freezes! I can scroll through the pics I just took and all of a sudden it freezes! I would not recommend this type of camera! Plus it eats up batteries!
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Great Camera & Great PricingReview created: 03/19/09
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) 1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I bought this camera for around $38 and that's including shipping. This camera has 7mp resolution and a pretty big LCD screen. The photos came out crisp and sharp. The camera is a lot better then other brands that sell you a 7mp camera for over $100. Why would you spend that much when you could get this one for a whole lot cheaper. The body shape of the camera is almost like it wraps up in the palm of your hand so it's super easy to take photos with. It has a SD memory card slot which is nice. Because SD memory cards are really cheap, you can pick one up for a couple of dollars, and it's the most commonly used memory card for devices.
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GE cameraReview created: 02/22/09
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luciouscrumptious ( 1 )
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Love it and you were right it does come in handy as a second. Some pics come out with some lines as background but when i retake it comes out fine.
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Hard to find worseReview created: 05/01/09
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There's really only one thing wrong with this camera, the way it eats batteries. Normal batteries will last a few minutes, rechargable will last about a day. It also drains batteries when not in use, so you'll have to take them out after each shot. The shutter is also slow to click. Takes decent pictures though.
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OK cameraReview created: 04/20/09
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) I'd say it was worth about 50 dollars. grainy lcd display hard to tell how pictures will turn out. has alot of picture options, check out a review online - Google -> GE A730 Reviews
That will give you more information...
That will give you more information...
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GE A730 digital cameraReview created: 04/09/09
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free_spirit_dreamer ( 3 )
I like the fact that it takes good pictures, however it lacks in the fact that the shutter speed isnt fast enough for people who might have slightly shaky hands. It also lacks in the fact that there isnt good detail in some pictures taken and things can be fuzzy. It is also good that there are many different picture taking modes on the camera. Overall a good camera for starters, and for the price, but rather lacking otherwise.
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GE digital camerawell what I like about it is that it is small and easy to hook up to the computer to upload photos and the photos are a very clear. Over all for the price it has been work the Little i paid for it.great for photos for my grandson out on the lake he can even take good photos also.
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sweet..................................................0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Good seller0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Very good seller. Quick response and shipping.
Item came in very good packing condition and works great.
Item came in very good packing condition and works great.
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MisleadingReview created: 01/09/09
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samjay19781 ( 0 )
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Although the seller noted in the description that this camera was used and had a few scratches, he/she neglected to mention that the lens is actually broken and to use the camera I have to shake it until the picture is clear. Clearly, I am not happy with my purchase.
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This GE Digital camera is great!Review created: 12/23/08
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0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I bought this digital camera for my younger daughter, but it is so nice that I am considering keeping it for myself. However, I know my daughter will be super excited to find this under the tree.
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NoisyReview created: 12/20/08
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lorengriffith ( 2 )
This product was only worth the money because the seller included extras. The colors seem washed out and it makes a lot of crunching noise when the lens moves. The pictures are quite clear though.
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Product just as described, shipped right away Thank youI already have this same camera, and hoped to be able to repair one of these to make one or both useable as gifts. I have already been able to repair one, and hope to repair the other soon. It is the best user friendly camera on the market now, two of my Photographer daughters carry them in their purses so they never miss a shot.
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Exactly what I asked paid forReview created: 12/12/08
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kristinemk69 ( 4 )
The camera was in excellent condition. No discoloration or scratches. The product was exactly as described in the sellers description. I received it within a couple days. It came in the mail in a timely manner when the payment was deposited in the sellers account.
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Thank you so very muchThank you for this product I am very happy. And it came very fast, and for the price i paid for, was very much worth it. its lightweight makes it easy to carry and to put into my pocket. My brother had a digital camera, and i think it was worth 250. but the camera i have was not only cheaper but performed much better. Thank you
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GE A730 7.0 MegapixelReview created: 10/11/08
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I was unfamiliar with this brand of camera, but on the lookout for a new one to replace my old Sony, which got run over by a train. This one had the features I was looking for at a very reasonable price and since purchasing it I have found it easy to use and solidly made. I particularly like the large view screen on the rear -- very easy to see.
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It looks like it arrived in one piece? I wouldn't knowReview created: 10/08/08
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Looks like it maybe a good camera. It is a christmas presant for my daughter. I set it back until christmas morning. bye for now Ho, Ho, Hoooo
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good cameraReview created: 08/24/08
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0 of 2 people found this review helpful.
It has tha cahracteritics that I need. It has good soon and good megapixeles.
It has tha cahracteritics that I need. It has good soon and good megapixeles.
It has tha cahracteritics that I need. It has good soon and good megapixeles.
It has tha cahracteritics that I need. It has good soon and good megapixeles.
It has tha cahracteritics that I need. It has good soon and good megapixeles.
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GE digital cameraReview created: 07/12/08
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0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
This camera has alot of options and looks and works great!!!!
Like the look and the price!!
This camera has all the same options as my son's more expensive camera!
If you find one try it you will like it!
Like the look and the price!!
This camera has all the same options as my son's more expensive camera!
If you find one try it you will like it!
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Too tired to writeReview created: 05/25/08
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0 of 2 people found this review helpful.
It was an educational experience. Im basically learning on my own because im new to ebay. I found the most helpful piece of evidence was the pop up clock that lests you know if you have to put in a last minute bid
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Excellent Camera for an Excellent priceReview created: 05/08/08
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this camera was such a great price its hard to pass it up.
all the features work great, and it takes excellent pictures.
i'm very happy with it.
all the features work great, and it takes excellent pictures.
i'm very happy with it.
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great productReview created: 05/03/08
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) very low price but the features are great, dislike is it uses double AA battery instead of rechargeable battery. Overall product is great
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GE A730 7.0mp digital cameraReview created: 03/08/08
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I purchsed this camera recently and was very impressed with the price, the speed of delivery, and all of the equipment was included. There was nothing extra I had to buy. My daughter was extremely happy with it's ease of use and the very good quality of the pictures.
Mamarita
Mamarita
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