Are You Looking to Buy a New Digital Camera?

Shopping For A Camera Is Not Easy - We Can Help

You have a lot of options in terms of camera types and price points. This post aims to help make the process of camera buying easier. 

If you are a beginner, your first decision is whether to pick a basic camera model or a more advanced one. Think about this. If you need a camera simply to take quick photos, then all you need is a point and shooter. However, if you want to dabble with exposure settings or change lenses, then you may choose from advanced camera models.

Once you have decided on the type of camera, you now need to look into the details. Here are 6 camera types - 3 basic and 3 advanced models. One of them will be best suited for your needs. 

 

Basic Cameras 

Using basic cameras is similar to using your smartphone to take photos. All you have to do is set the camera either on fully automatic or a scene mode, and you’re ready to shoot. You can’t swap lenses and have limited control over the exposure settings.  

• Basic Point and Shoot ($100 - $450) – Simple and portable, some point and shooters offer good optical zoom ranges, up to 23x in some cases. While that is great for shooting any subject inyour lawn, it will probably not be good enough when trying to capture the action across a football field.  Some models come with a touchscreen, and most point and shooters are slim and lightweight that make them ideal to bring anywhere. Just slip it into your bag or pocket.  
• Superzoom Point and Shoot ($100 -$400) – You may need a superzoom camera if you love going to concerts or baseball games as it has an optical zoom of 24x or more. Some models offer a long as 83x. With that zoom range, you can capture even a small speck from across the field. You can find a superzoom model with a nice grip. This will help in stabilizing your camera as you shoot. Newer models are also lighter and more compact. 
• Waterproof Point and Shoot ($100 to $350)– This type of camera is ideal for shooting photos and videos underwater. Capabilities may vary from one model to another. Some can be used submerged in up to 50 feet of water, while some can be used at shallower depths. Because of their bolstered chassis construction, they are tough enough to survive falls from a few feet. They also work well even in cold temperatures. 

 

Advanced Cameras 

These cameras allow you to control some exposure settings. It is one of the distinguishing features of this type of point and shoot camera. They are equipped with large image sensors as well as other features that help in producing high quality images. 

• Advanced Point and Shoot ($350 - $1,500) –Like basic point and shooters, the lenses are not detachable, but they offer advanced features like manual controls. Not surprisingly, they cost more than the basic models. Most advanced point and shooters come with hot shoe mounts for external flash. They are also capable of producing RAW files, the ideal format for image-editing software. High quality viewfinders are also available. This is helpful when shooting under bright light. 
• Mirrorless models ($300 - $2,700) – A mirrorless model comes with interchangeable lenses like an SLR. However, it is lighter and more compact. Its disadvantage is that it doesn’t have an SLR-like viewfinder. You can adjust settings through an on-screen menu and via knobs. A mirrorless camera has large image-enhancing sensors. More pricey models even have full-frame sensors. They are also capable of capturing RAW files.
• SLRs ($500 - $3,000) – SLR models have interchangeable lenses. Most models are compatible with various types of lenses. A typical SLR is heavy and big to accommodate a wide range of features. The sensor is large to allow image enhancing in low light. Through-the-lens viewfinders are also available. The camera uses mirrors to show the subjects exactly as they appear through the lens. An SLR model is also capable of capturing RAW files.

 

By now, you should have a good idea on the type of camera that will meet your needs and budget. The next step is to determine the specific camera features you need. Bear in mind that no single feature can define the overall quality of a camera. Read more about different digital cameras and choices you have by visiting https://gadgetreview411.wordpress.com.

Are You Looking to Buy a New Digital Camera? was first published to Erin Hearts Courts(EHC)