I personally have a sony camera, I don't remember the model, but it is 7.2
megapixles and has a macro option on it.  It has a 3x zoom and takes
memory sticks/cards.  To connect it to the computer is with a usb cable. 
It is very easy to use and I've gotten very good quality pictures with it
that everyone I've shown them to have been impressed with.  It was $450
for the camera and then another aprox. $200 for a case, some rechargable
batteries with a charger, and a 256 megabyte memory card.  I'm very happy
with this camera, I wish we had one this good at my museum.

Beau



> I am looking for a digital camera to digitize my collection database, but
> it will also be used to photograph objects for possible publication or web
> use.  I'd like something that has the ability to take raw or very high
> quality jpg images, which is easy to use, and reasonably priced ($900 or
> so).  Our collection consists of 1:12 scale (one inch = one foot)
> miniature furniture and accessories, so a macro option is essential.  I do
> no currently have a card reader, and am open to cameras that take mini
> CDs, zip disks, or memory sticks.  I have heard (from non-museum sources)
> that the Canon G series and the Sony Mavica are both excellent choices.
> I'd love to hear your suggestions and experiences.
> Thank you in advance for your assistance.
> Amber
>
> Amber Mohr
> Curator/Collections Manager
> The Kruger Collection
> University of Nebraska
> 133 Architecture Hall
> Lincoln, NE 68588-0107
> 402. 472. 3560
> http://www.unl.edu/krugercollection/
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