Since starting a website which concentrates on digital products, I regularly get asked for advice on what type of digital camera I recommend, or what brand is superior.
Unfortunately It's not a simple query to answer as there are numerous makes and types of digital cameras which only serve to add to the confusion. If it were simply a question of reviewing the cameras and comparing prices it would be easy, but when comparing digital cameras you need to consider each separate function.
Digital Cameras possess numerous functions, with the cheaper varieties having many less options than their costly counterparts. Conversely, a low cost digital camera is much easier to learn how to operate.
More costly digital cameras have additional features and you need to review what features are available. You must determine what you are going to use the camera for so you know what features are most important to your needs.
With all of this in mind, I have set out the eight most important considerations to make prior to purchasing a digital camera:
1. Does it possess "Exposure Compensation?" This is an important aspect as it allows you to alter the light setting.
2. Can you turn the flash on and off? Automatic flashes are good, but you should be able to control this setting.
3. Does it have automated red-eye adjustment?
4. What size images will it take?
5. is the camera suitable for close up shots? This is important if you are taking photographs of small objects.
6. How easy is it to use?
7. How strong is it? I have seen expensive digital cameras dropped on the road, so a sturdy camera is likely to withstand this type of treatment much better than an inferior one.
8. How does it compare in price to similar models?
You can study digital camera reviews on the web, but in my opinion, you need to physically test out the camera. Before I purchased my latest digital camera, I went to my local camera store and took pictures with different cameras, using some items that I wished to upload to my website and discovered what was best....it was hands on testing.
Finally, make sure you look at the pictures on a computer screen. The small display on the back of the digital camera is not an adequate indicator of the cameras quality.
Author Antony Wilton keeps you one step in front of the digital revolution with news and reviews on everything digital at his site Digital Help Tips and Reviews
Written By: Antony Wilton
