Types of Digital Cameras
Types of Digital Cameras
If you are in the market to purchase a digital camera, you have
surely seen several different types of cameras. It
isnt exactly clear what the differences between the types are,
and it can be confusing trying to choose the digital
camera thats right for you. In this article, we wil discuss the
different types of cameras so that you can better
understand what to look for in purchasing a digital camera.
Point and Shoot Digital Cameras Most consumer cameras on the
market today fall into the category of Point and Shoot digital
cameras. These cameras
usually provide resolutions of between 2 and 4 megapixels
(million pixels). These cameras are the digital version of
your typical 35mm consumer camera.
A point and shoot digital camera is designed to do just that -
take snapshots. They provide limited flexability with
options, although many newer models have some limited options
for special effects. The image quality from a point
and shoot digital camera is generally good enough for common
uses, such as auction photos, and even 4 X 6 prints.
If you just want a standard, entry level digital camera for
family snapshots and auction photos, then a point and
shoot digital camera is a budget conscious choice.
Semi Professional Digital Cameras A semi professional digital
camera is a more advanced version of a point and shoot digital
camera. Typicaly, these
cameras provide resolutions between 5 and 6 megapixels (million
pixels). They also often offer the user additional
settings and greater control over the camera. The image quality
of these cameras is good enough to produce clear
prints up to about 8 x 10.
A semi professional digital camera may be the best option for
you if you seek greater creative control than you can
get with a point and shoot model. The increased flexability does
come with a price. Most semi professional models
are priced much higher than point and shoot models.
Digital SLR Cameras If you are a serious or professional
photographer, no less than a Digital SLR model will do. SLR
stands for Single
Lens Reflex. Digital SLR cameras are very similar in operation
to their 35 mm SLR countereparts. Also, many camera
companies (such as Cannon and Nikon) have built their digital
SLR models to be compatible with 35 mm SLR lenses.
This is a great benefit to professional photographers who can
select a model that is compatible with their existing
lenses.
Digital SLR cameras provide an amazing ammount of creative
control over the camera and the resuting images. Also,
these cameras provide resolutions over 6 Megapixels and can
produce prints of poster size without noticable
pixelazation.
A Digital SLR camera (without lenses) is a pricey investment
indeed. Currently, you can expect to spend $1500 or
more on the camera alone. Accessories and lenses cost extra.
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