How to Buy A Digital Camera
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Buying your first digital camera need not be a difficult task. The key considerations are between resolution (how many megapixels), features, and price.The other factors will include battery life, memory, camera zoom, as well as the LCD viewfinder. Think about these issues and you'll a definitely have a better idea of which digital camera is right for you.
1) How many megapixels do you need?
Deciding how many megapixels you need is the first important step in finding the right digital camera for you. The image quality of a camera depends on its resolution. Resolution is essentially a measure of image sharpness based on the number of pixels that make up the image. The more pixels the camera has, the sharper the images it can produce. One million pixels equals one megapixel.
If only want to share images via email or online photo albums, then a camera with less than one-megapixel resolution is suitable. Digital cameras in this range are inexpensive and very easy to use.
If your intention is to make 4x6-inch prints, then you should get a two-megapixel digital camera. Cameras in this category are an excellent choice for e-mail, online use, and standard 4x6-inch prints.
If you're considering enlarging some of your digital shots to 8x10 inches, then consider a three-megapixel digital camera. Cameras in this category provide excellent-quality images.
Digital cameras in the four to five megapixel range are capable of producing professional-quality images. These cameras are more suitable for serious amateur and professional photographers.
2) How much money do you want to spend?
The prices of digital cameras vary greatly, from less than $50 to more than $4,000. Prices are based primarily on resolution and features. As always, do expect that the latest models will be priced at a premium. Whereas the best bargains are usually last season's models.
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