iPhone Camera Captures the Moment

I am now using an iPhone 3GS. I have fallen for the latest trend in consumer marketing. This camera is easy to use and provides an ideal way to capture many of life's moments. I have a digital SLR but I don't always like to carry it with me. While the iPhone camera does not replace a high quality camera, it provides more than adequate photos, suitable for many projects.

I shot a series of photos at a Kindergarten field trip, which is one of the occasions I don't like to carry a large camera. It is simply too difficult to manage the camera and help the children on the field trip.

The image quality of the iPhone camera was similar to my first digital camera, which was purchased seven years ago. It has a 3 megapixel camera and produces acceptable quality photos. Transferring the photos to my computer and bringing the photos into Memory Manager and StoryBook Creator was easy with the included USB cable.

The iPhone camera has some difficulty reproducing highlights. The detail was completely lost in the brightest areas of some photos. In addition, the iPhone camera has difficulty with low light levels and really needs a flash to handle those situations. The lack of an optical zoom means that careful framing the photo and moving closer to the subject is more critical than ever. My final concern is that without a lens cap, the camera lens may get scratched or dirty over time. I have no information on how image quality changes over time but it is a concern.

Overall, I am pleased with my new camera and recommend it. By the way, this camera also works as a cell phone, but that is outside the scope of this blog. 

Comments

[Mark Mizen]

I transfer all my iPhone photos from my computer, rather than directly from the phone. At this time we do not have an iPhone application for uploading photos to the Digital Center; however, we will keep your request in mind as we develop future products.

[Yourphotocoach]

I have a client looking for easy to use iPhone app to upload photos to photo sharing site for printing (ideally CM Digital Center) ;). Flickr is pre-loaded, but would like to steer him to CM for ease of use with other projects/products. Any suggestions/guidance?

[Janet Stone]

Love my iPhone too! A 5 mega pixel camera would be nice, but it is still an incredible tool! (The only way my husband takes photos is on his iPhone, and there are hundreds of photos there!)

[Suzanne]

Love my iphone and I would really love an app that would allow me to track my downline's PV. Any chance that's in our future?

[Lisa]

Also works as a cell phone... hilarious.

In the "also works as"...
mini computer
built-in web browser
contact list
email program
gaming platform
....

I think you get the picture. >wink<