As I said in my introduction I'm as naive as they come concerning genealogy, so not sure what to expect from where!
I checked out our local record/archives office website to see what's on offer and prices...
Couple of questions..
If I'm looking for birth, marriage and death certificates, and I know what GEO code, that I'm able to view either the original, transcript or microfilm of said information containing the full information!
If I request a photo copy, I can get a photo of lets say, the birth certificate... Rather than having to order a full copy at the 'online' cost!
If, I use the photo licence available for using your own digital camera I can take a photo's of the said certificate!
Which of cause, will make a lot of difference to costs involved!