There are so many camera models on the market today. How do you start to buy, decide? Here are some steps and guidelines for buying a digital camera.
First, determine which of the three categories of camera you need:
1. Slimline point and shoot. These cameras are usually in the 8 megapixel (MP) range and image stabilization, face detection and small lenses. They are best suited to theOccasional users, as they are small, wear comfortably, and the use and generally stable. They have not so many features and functions such as larger or more advanced cameras. Some of these cameras are weatherproof and / or waterproof. If for you an outdoors person buy, ask to look for these functions. Cameras in this category will usually retail for $ 150-250.
2. Advanced point and shoot. Even as prosumer cameras, these devices often resemble the larger SLRCameras with a slightly smaller body and no lens interchangeability. Often, with large areas on the built-in zoom lens (10x to 15x are not uncommon). Cameras in this area run from $ 250 to over $ 500 If you are in a prosumer over $ 400, you think moving in a digital SLR (DSLR). The discount is available at the exclusion of the public about the cost of a DSLR is consistent with the lack of lens interchangeability in context.
3rd digital SLR. These cameras haveInterchangeable lenses and usually the best sensors and software. Although is not so small, they can be operated in both automatic and manual mode and you have a high degree of creativity available. Digital SLR prices and functionality never been better. The initial $ 500 - $ 600 cameras are great, and the $ 700 - $ 1,500 mid-range cameras are incredible, with features that would be 2 or 3 years have made the camera cost $ 3000 or more. This is a hotly contested market.Nikon and Canon are trading blows in many models ... while the Sony is leapfrogging them with the price, performance and capability in the Alpha line, which originates from the old Minolta design.
You now have your camera on your chosen category. Below you will find detailed instructions on choosing a camera in one of the categories above.
The election of a slimline point-and-Shoot
Basic requirements - 3x optical zoom or better. Image Stabilization.Face detection. 8 megapixel or better.
Special Features - Movie mode, waterproof. Only this will require, if you need the function. New this year is "Smile Shutter", which is supposed to take pictures when the person smiles. Have not tried this ... sounds fake to me.
Things to ignore - wireless, digital zoom. Most wireless is not the "wireless", that your laptop uses. Look for that to be really popular in the next year.
Recommendations - There are over 150Models. Choose a color, manufacturer and price you like. Expect to spend up to $ 150 to $ 250. Cameras under $ 100 are probably old models, but could work well for your situation. Picking up an old model that can be 6 megapixels or more is a lot.
The choice of a prosumer point and shoot
Basic requirements - 10 or more megapixels, 10x optical zoom, image stabilizer.
Special Features - Some have movie mode and high-def output, to a showHD TV.
To ignore things - Digital Zoom.
Recommendations - Kodak 15x zoom cameras in the 10MP range for under $ 300. Canon also has a 10 zoom-in 9MP, a model for under $ 250. Olympus has a waterproof 8MP model for under $ 250.
Choosing a Digital SLR
Basic requirements - 10 or more megapixels, Live View (on most models published in 2008). All of the good brands have a full manual and automatic mode.
Special Features -- High-speed shooting, metal panels, camera stabilization system (Sony / Alpha), high ISO shooting (better pictures in the dark - under the leadership of Canon at this point), dust-and weather-resistant bodies.
Ignore things - In a way, ignore the megapixel. 10 or more is good in these times. If you do not plan to make a routine 16 "x20" or larger prints, not hung up on megapixels.
Recommendations
Best Entry Level DSLR:
- Sony Alpha A300 kit. 10.2Megapixels, in --> Camera-stabilization system. With starter lens, an astonishing $ 599. Wow! Only problem is lens compatibility. If you do not Canon or Nikon "glass", you run for them. In camera stabilization is amazing. I shot with him on the old Minolta prosumer and the function is excellent, with 2 + Stations on your hand-held shooting capability.
- Canon Digital Rebel XSi kit. 12.2 MP with starter lens for 749 $.
- Nikon D60 kit. 10.2MP with starter lens for $ 649.
Best Mid LevelDSLR:
- Sony A350X 14.2Mp (wow), image stabilization and lens in the kit for $ 799.
- Nikon D90 12.3Mp, HD movie function! All in one kit for $ 1299th This has reportedly killer low-light image quality.
- Canon 50D 15.1MP (yeah!) $ 1599
In addition to these are at the top of SLR cameras is probably not so much to give as a gift for professional or serious hobbyist to buy their own, so I am not going into it here.
Resources
The best place forCamera Test is Digital Photo Review (dpreview.com). Your camera reviews highlight the strengths and weaknesses of each model, and often they compare with their counterparts in the same category. If you spend up to $ 500 or more on a DSLR, do some poking around there. If you are ready to buy, check, visit your local camera store. They may not be able to beat the lowest electronics store or website, but their service and support, especiallyfor first-time DSLR owners will be worth it for the extra costs. Plus, you keep a store in your neighborhood is alive.
To consider additional items to buy
I would not leave the house without a good monopod for my SLR. Also consider additional memory cards and batteries. A good camera bag with room for additional lenses would be estimated by the SLR enthusiast. As UV filter / protection and polarizing are also good - make sure to know the size of the lens. It may besense to wait on additional lenses, or call the person a greeting card to Amazon, beach camera, or the local camera store, so they get to the camera and their needs before they are used more lenses.
I hope you have a good idea of what to seek when choosing a digital camera for Christmas. Happy Hunting!
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