Today I worked from home. I was expecting a special delivery to my doorstep. A friend at work knew that expecting this package, for me, is like receiving a new limb. How true.
The next two photos were taken with my beloved Kodak. Photographing inside is possible with it. Outside? Not.
My delivery sat on the dining room table for a while. I was very nervous. I thought I’d dust around it for a few hours. My friend at work also suggested I bake a cake before I opened the box, too. How funny. How true. Gina cautioned me to be careful of bumping it. How funny. How true.
Giddy with excitement I became brave,
Within two hours, the memory card was in place, the battery was charged, the neck strap and lens cap were fastened, and the software was installed on my laptop. Right away, I took twelve test photos with my new Fuji. See it here!
I was skeert!
I have a lot to learn about many options and buttons to push. It’s isn’t an SLR but it’s more than a point and shoot. Quick, wonderful zoom and macro! After I learn how to feel it and hold it without bumping it, and to store it in it's carrying case safely, I think we will bond very, very well. 
My first photo. Bella’s headless pink piggy.
The owner of the headless pink piggy.
Stay tuned? I'll need days, weeks, months to get it.
I think I’m in love.
43 comments:
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW BABY!! I am SOO excited for you as it is THE camera I was hoping you were going to get- you will just LOVE IT! It is the ONLY camera out there that will make you forget all about your z612 as far as I'm concerned... WAY TO GO!! YIPPEEEEE!! I am SO HAPPY for you Mary!! Ya dun good!! Real good!!
love and hugs, gretchen
So glad you got your "new one" Your pictures have always been spectacular..
Hey Mary,
Congrats on the new camera! I hope it brings you as much enjoyment as the older one did.
Happy shooting!!
WOW! WOW, WOW, WOW!!! That is one honkin serious camera! You must be on cloud nine! Photos already look good right out of the box. Can't wait until you get more comfortable with it.
I have to say in reading more reviews on all that is out there I'm getting discouraged in trying to decide which camera would be best for me. How long did it take you to research and decide?
P.S. LOVED your email ;-) Sad, to say, it is not far from the truth.
If your first few pics are any indication of the power of that camera in your hands, we are all in for a treat in the days ahead. Beautiful pics!
Carol, May Dreams Gardens
Yea!!! You have your new camera! I can't wait to see what you can do with it. Have fun!
That's wonderful! Now we will see more beautiful photos from you. ;)
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Congratulations on the new arrival. As a toys-r-us girl myself, I total identify.
Enjoy, and post lots of lovely photos.
Ohhhhhh, niiiiice! I can't wait to see your pics in the next few weeks as you and the Fuji get acquainted.
HAPPY HAPPY JOY JOY!!!
Can't wait to see what you do with it. JZ is right you know- it's not the camera, it's YOU!!
YEAH--new camera!
Play to your heart's content, girl.
You go, girl!!! Nothing like charging it and getting started. Heck, you can read the owner's manual anytime.
Great shots. I'm so glad you have a camera with you again.
Ohhh, very nice, Mary!! I think you're going to enjoy it very much! Looking forward to seeing what you take photos of with it!
Congrats! I'm so happy that your new toy has arrived. You will do well with it....you have the knack! Your pics are always so beautiful!
Good for you! What a wonderful camera! Your pics are lovely. Have fun and post more pics so we can see and enjoy them.
No bumpy, droppy with this baby - sweet camera.So glad you have it.
Hi All,
Thanks for your encouraging comments. I'm exhausted after taking almost 200 photos and sent most of them to the dumpster. I have a lot to learn! AUTO is my specialty and I fear I will need to read the dreaded
U S E R ' S M A N U A L.
The camera is great. The user needs help :o)
Mary
You'll get it Mary! Can't wait to see the pics from your new camera!!
Angie
YAY MARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You got yourself a Big Girl camera! Very very good choice.
Your flowers look just as good, dogs look just as good, hummers look just as good.
As a fellow I-Hate-To-Read-The-Manual chick, I sympathize.
But. It helps. You can do some really great things with all those gizmos. Macro. Program. Burst. Twilight. All these things will help you show the world what YOU see.
I am SO HAPPY for you!
Wow, Mary, that is one impressive looking camera. You are already taking some great shots!
So glad it arrived...you can feel whole again.
I am very much looking forward to your wonderful photographs.
I always look forward to your photographs, no matter what they're taken with! Congrats on the new equipment, though, it sounds amazing!
Congratulations! I thought your pictures were awesome before, now I'm going to have to think of some new adjectives:)
Have fun playing!
Is there anything happier than a new camera?
:-)
Can't wait to see more!
nice one. was it a bit like a junky getting a fix?
enjoy! but I'm sure you will
Well, good for you! When reading the descriptions of all the features-- 'Optimized for nature photography with high resolving power, the new lens realizes rich expression over the entire zoom range (28mm-400mm) and features a new lens shift image stabilization mechanism--jumped out at me. I thought how perfect for Mary! I know you will have a great time getting to know your new "limb". Have fun Mary dear.
The FinePix is a great camera! You will love it so much Mary, and I can't wait to see what all you do with it! Congratulations on your new bouncing baby picture taker!!
Gee, Mary,
Do you have anything to capture with the "advanced high-speed continuous shooting?"
Better go out back and check! There must be something!!
:-)
Congrats--new cameras are a great excuse to go wandering. I can't wait to see what you'll find.
How exciting! There's nothing like a new camera to open your eyes to how much is worth photographing...
You're gonna love this camera. Great pictures.
Wow! You are well on your way! Congratulations. The first bunch are a home run! Can't wait to see the next.
Dear Mary,
She is beautiful! You will have many happy times with her exploring nature. Teaching her to see the world as you do may take awhile but she has the potential to learn. She is the type of camera you can take any place and know she will proform as needed.
Happy day for you and for us!
Enjoy being a photographer.
Sherry
Fantabulous! I saw a sneak peak earlier and looked up that Fuji. It sounds like all the features you could want.
Wow Mare, that's such a nice camera. Congratulations!
Is Mr. F jealous? or does he just shake his head and mutter "whatever" like my SOB (spouse of birder)?
Hooty hoot!! Like SGN, I do not read manuals. I twiddle and futz. People who read their manuals advance faster. I'm just sayin'. But I don't think there's much changing girls like us. I like what I see so far. You will get it. Hang in there. And congratulations!
Congrats on your new camera. Already you are taking beautiful pictures. Bella looks sooo happy that you are taking her picture again. Have fun.
Honey, I think you could take award winning pictures with the box your camera came in. You are just gifted that way.
Congratulations and hugs,
Laurie
The leaves on your lantana are exceptionally lush . . or is that just the new camera? I don't know, somebody might need the irrigation police called on her! Congrats on your new toy, I know you'll enjoy it.
Yay! Hooray for you! Hooray for us, cause now we'll get to see all those magnificnet photos you take! Time to retire and write!
I am thrilled to pieces for your new 'baby'! Can't wait to see more pictures.
Hi Mary.......So glad you have your new camera......I am sure we are going to see lots of wonderful photographs....can't wait.....
It sure looks like you found a match in the Finepix S100 fs, Mary - I'm glad you're back to having taking photos and that we'll be in on the fun!
Annie at the Transplantable Rose
Excellent shot of the headless pink piggy. I may not be much of a photography expert, but I know my headless pink piggies (L has several) and that is a fine example! (The other pictures look nice too!)
Nice camera shots--great work already.
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