Step 1: Choose Your Equipment

Make your item description come to life with a clear, vivid photo. Here are some tips for getting started.

What will you use to create a digital photo of your item?

	Digital camera a digital camera lets you snap a picture of your item and immediately have it in digital format, ready to edit with your computer. Your digital camera will come with instructions on how to transfer (upload) photos to your computer. Many digital cameras are for sale at eChinabid .
	Regular camera and scanner take a picture with a film camera, have it developed, and then use a scanner to convert your picture into an electronic image. You may be able to place small, flat items like stamps or jewelry directly in your scanner (and not need a camera). Note: Many copy centers such as Kinkos or Mail Boxes Etc. can do the scanning for you.
	Film-to-digital-image service you can get digital images made from your rolls of film with digital image services. You may be able to access your digital photos on a CD or on the Web.

Now you're ready to move on to Step 2: Create a great photo