What to remember when buying a digital camera this Christmas
by: Sarah Maple
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When buying a digital camera it is first important to identify what the user will be using it for. From this point on it will be easier to decide on whether you want to sacrifice some functionality for a more compact model, or if the user would in fact be better of with a Digital SLR (single lens reflex). Unlike ultra compact and compact cameras, advanced and DSLRs are more likely to be able to accommodate accessories such as lenses and flashes etc. Similarly, it is also important to bear in mind the weight of the model, and that just five megapixels are perfectly acceptable for holiday snaps.
Lag time relates to the speed at which the photo is taken after the shoot button is pressed. Cameras with longer lag times will make it more difficult to get those snaps that are spontaneous and over in a flash, and are probably more suited to photographers with more experience. Additionally, some models offer certain modes, i.e. continuous shutter, these allow the user to take many photos in sequence.
Batteries are also another important aspect to consider. Some cameras take standard AA batteries, whilst others come with rechargeable battery packs that could require a charger or need to be charged by hooking up the camera itself to the mains. In these circumstances, it is also a logical move to spend a bit extra on a secondary battery pack as back-up, just so you don't get caught short and with an awesome potential picture before you - the biggest
photographer frustration.
Finally, it is also important to remember such factors as zoom and exposure. It is accepted that cheap digital cameras and those that are more compact may well not have the option of being able to control these aspects manually. This, of course, might be a problem for the
budding photography hobbyist wishing to have more control. Also, it is important to note that whether the model in question comes with presets where exposure is concerned. For example, a camera with a sport preset might suit one user, but not be worth anything to another, and may well still increase the price tag.
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