Photography Objectives Are Key to Choosing the Best Camera
When planning to buy a camera, it is best if you know the
various kinds of camera on the market. This will save you time
and money as well as mental strain from buying the wrong one and
having to return it for replacement.
There are no exact rules in buying a camera, but be sure that
the camera you buy does the job you intended it for. You should
have a first hand knowledge, or at least some basic ideas about
cameras.
Here are the different kinds of cameras:
The point and shoot camera: This camera is popular among many
because of its simplicity. There's no need to worry about the
control over exposure and focus. This camera allows you to just
point and push a button to take pictures.
SLR camera: SLR camera - SLR means 'Single Lens Reflex.' With an
SLR, instead of looking through a separate window as your
viewfinder, you actually look through the lens of the camera
itself. This is one of the most preferred cameras for
professional photographers.
Medium and large format camera: The medium and large camera
appeals to more of a perfectionist photographer who seeks more
flexibility and clarity. Medium and large format cameras use
much larger sized films than SLR.
Digital camera: These are the most advance in camera technology.
Digital cameras don't use films but instead pictures are stored
through the use of computer memory. You can transfer such
pictures to your computer and send it via email. However,
digital cameras tend to have a slight delay when you push the
button to take a picture and you will need a good printer in
order to print a quality picture.
Brand, model, and price range:
Among the famous brands of cameras are: Canon, Nikon, Pentax,
Minolta, and Kodak, all of them have are known for high quality,
when it comes to camera technology. Point and shoot cameras
range from less than $100 to $1000. SLR cameras range from $400
to over $3000. Medium and large format cameras prices start from
$2000 to $5500. While Digital cameras range from $500 up to
$5000 for more advance features.
Tips on choosing the best camera, particularly a digital camera,
without overspending:
1. Do your homework and familiarize yourself with the use of the
camera before going to the store. Knowing how frequently you you
will be using the camera and what kind of pictures you intend to
take, will help a lot.
2. Be careful in considering added features, you may not need
them anyway. Depending on your experience as a photographer, you
will know which features will work best for you. If you're a
newbie, standard features will do.
3. More control may cost you more, so think about those extra
features - if they are worth it or if you can afford them.
4. If you are planning to get a digital camera, remember that
mega pixels do not necessarily dictate the clarity of your
pictures. It still helps to know the how-to's of taking the best
pictures instead of just relying on the camera's features.
5. When buying digital cameras, concentrate on optical zoom, not
digital zoom.
6. Make sure the camera you are considering is compatible with
your computer.