There are master images and there are master images. In the proper hands, a RAW image has, by far, the most flexibility for color correction, shadow and highlight adjustment, and re-sizing. Once these adjustments are made, the "master" image, can be saved as a TIFF file in whatever standard pixel dimensions set forth by the standards. RAW isn't "point and shoot," and it does require some post- processing, but the resulting TIFF image will be the highest quality possible if the person doing the post-processing knows what he/she is doing. As for cameras, don't overlook the Nikon D-70, Nikon's counterpart for the Canon Digital Rebel. I use one regularly and find it to be a wonderful camera with very good lenses available. Wade -- Wade Lawrence, Director Glensheen, the historic Congdon estate University of Minnesota Duluth (phone) 218-726-8925 (fax) 218-726-8911 (email) [log in to unmask] (web) www.glensheen.org ------------------ Help us celebrate Glensheen's centennial this summer! The Glensheen Follies runs each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through September 5, and join us for Concerts by the Lake each Wednesday evening in July and August. It's the Summer of the Century! Please call 218-726-8910 for information. On Aug 24, 2005, at 9:53 AM, Patricia L. Miller wrote: >> Amber, I have been working with a lot of librarians. They are >> adamant that your master image be a TIF. >> > > Pat Miller > > >> >> >> ---------- >> From: Museum discussion list [mailto:[log in to unmask]] >> On Behalf Of Amber S. Mohr >> Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2005 9:11 AM >> To: [log in to unmask] >> Subject: digital cameras >> >> >> 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/ >> ========================================================= >> Important Subscriber Information: >> >> The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/ >> museum-l-faq/ . 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