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Nova_Cobra64 · 02-09-2003, 10:59 PM

For the computer guys:

Our computer is about 4.5 years old and I want to get a digital camera now that our scanner is dead. We don't have a USB port on our computer. We did buy a keyboard a while back that needed a USB port and we were able to buy an adapter. Can the same be done for digital cameras? Also, I have seen digital camera docking pads. Are these things needed to get the pictures on the computer?

Thanks for any help.

**Palf70Step** · 02-09-2003, 11:07 PM

Although it is slower, many of the camera's still come with the adapters to use the serial port to upload your pictures. Just make sure you double check to see what the camera is capable of. You probably won't need anything extra. If you go really classy, I saw one A Sony) it has the small rewriteable CDRWs that can be read in your CD or CD Burner.

Longhorn Man · 02-10-2003, 12:09 AM

Plus, since you already have an adapter for your key board, you can get a USB hub...think of it as an extention cord...one male plug, and 3 or more female plugs.

Project1970 · 02-10-2003, 12:39 AM

Actually, I'm 99.9% sure you can't use a PS2->USB adapter for anything other than keyboards.

You can, however, buy a USB add-in card for roughly $10. That's the way to go, really.

Blue Beard · 02-10-2003, 09:40 AM

Alot depends on budget to me.....

My experience was the ones that downloaded took too long.

My dad put out the big bucks for the CD type, was disappointed with it.....and went back to using his old backup camera....

I prefer the sony with floppy disk.....takes on average of 20+ pictures on one 1.44 floppy....makes film easier to come by.

Has a zoom lens.

I've taken over 5000 pictures with it.

Before I disassemble some things I use it for a reminder.....pics are clear and sharp.......

eBay has alot of the Sony Mavica cameras.............

papawswrench · 02-10-2003, 03:55 PM

I agree , the Sony Mavica is the way to go - uses floppy - pop FLOPPY IN CAMERA , SHOOT PICS , AS MANY AS 25 - THEN DIRECTLY INTO DRIVE A - PICTURES !!! PRINTABLE , MAILABLE , ETC.

Longhorn Man · 02-11-2003, 01:06 AM

Good thing about the floppy cam, if you are at some one else's house taking pics, you can load them right into there computer with no software or anything.

Pont · 02-11-2003, 01:11 AM

Yep, I couldn't imagine not having my Mavica.

02-09-2003, 10:59 PM	#1
Nova_Cobra64 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Melville, SK Posts: 1,145	Digital Cameras For the computer guys: Our computer is about 4.5 years old and I want to get a digital camera now that our scanner is dead. We don't have a USB port on our computer. We did buy a keyboard a while back that needed a USB port and we were able to buy an adapter. Can the same be done for digital cameras? Also, I have seen digital camera docking pads. Are these things needed to get the pictures on the computer? Thanks for any help.

02-09-2003, 11:07 PM	#2
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,665	Although it is slower, many of the camera's still come with the adapters to use the serial port to upload your pictures. Just make sure you double check to see what the camera is capable of. You probably won't need anything extra. If you go really classy, I saw one A Sony) it has the small rewriteable CDRWs that can be read in your CD or CD Burner. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

02-10-2003, 12:39 AM	#4
Project1970 14.1 @ 96MPH Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 2,811	Actually, I'm 99.9% sure you can't use a PS2->USB adapter for anything other than keyboards. You can, however, buy a USB add-in card for roughly $10. That's the way to go, really. __________________ Project1970 - LS1 Swap Complete!

02-10-2003, 09:40 AM	#5
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,834	Alot depends on budget to me..... My experience was the ones that downloaded took too long. My dad put out the big bucks for the CD type, was disappointed with it.....and went back to using his old backup camera.... I prefer the sony with floppy disk.....takes on average of 20+ pictures on one 1.44 floppy....makes film easier to come by. Has a zoom lens. I've taken over 5000 pictures with it. Before I disassemble some things I use it for a reminder.....pics are clear and sharp....... eBay has alot of the Sony Mavica cameras............. __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

02-10-2003, 03:55 PM	#6
papawswrench Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Alvin ,TX Posts: 2,172	camera I agree , the Sony Mavica is the way to go - uses floppy - pop FLOPPY IN CAMERA , SHOOT PICS , AS MANY AS 25 - THEN DIRECTLY INTO DRIVE A - PICTURES !!! PRINTABLE , MAILABLE , ETC.

02-10-2003, 12:09 AM	#3
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Plus, since you already have an adapter for your key board, you can get a USB hub...think of it as an extention cord...one male plug, and 3 or more female plugs.

02-11-2003, 01:06 AM	#7
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Good thing about the floppy cam, if you are at some one else's house taking pics, you can load them right into there computer with no software or anything.

02-11-2003, 01:11 AM	#8
Pont I need another Barley Pop Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Grants Pass, OR Posts: 1,629	Yep, I couldn't imagine not having my Mavica. Attached Images __________________ 67 Short Fleet 4x4 04 Honda CRF450R 89 Toyota 4-Runner 34 Ford 2 door sedan - Long term project ---------------------------------------------- There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness"



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