| SUSE LINUX – User Guide Part IV. Multimedia / Chapter 18. Digital Cameras and Linux | ||||
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 | 17.6. For More Information | 18.2. Installating the Programs |  | |
| SUSE LINUX – User Guide Part IV. Multimedia / Chapter 18. Digital Cameras and Linux | ||||
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| 17.6. For More Information | 18.2. Installating the Programs | | |
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Abstract
gPhoto 2.0 is a command-line program for communicating between the computer and a digital camera. It is compatible with several graphical interfaces (front-ends), including gtKam, Konqueror, Kamera, and GnoCam. This chapter covers the use of gtKam, Konqueror, and Digikam.
A comprehensive list of supported cameras is available at http://www.gphoto.org/cameras.html. If gphoto2 is installed, retrieve the list with the command gphoto2 --list-cameras. gphoto2 --help provides information about the available commands in the command-line interface.
The fastest and most convenient way to connect digital cameras to the computer is USB, provided the kernel, the camera, and the computer support USB. The standard SUSE kernel provides this support. A suitable cable is also required.
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Using the USB connection can quickly drain your camera's batteries. Consider using a power adapter. | |
Simply connect the camera to the USB port and turn on the camera. You may need to switch your camera to a special data transfer mode. For this procedure, consult the manual of your digital camera.
