How many megapixel digital camera can produce quality pictures to publish on printed journals and newspaper (camera for journalist or press)? Please mention some of the digital cameras if you have some experiences.
2007-01-22 21:08:33 · 5 answers · asked by vison 2 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
Magazines use 225 to 300 dpi. Newspapers only require 150 to 200 dpi. Either way, an 8 megapixel camera is plenty.
What camera to get depends on your budget. At any rate, for photojournalism you'll want a digital SLR camera. Point & shoots are out of the question due to their sluggish performance.
For under $800 total, get a Canon Rebel XTi or a Nikon D50, either one with the 18-55mm kit lens, and no other options - no extra lenses, no external flash, etc. (these cameras have a smal pop-up flash). The only extra you should get is a 1GB memory card.
For around $1500, you could get a Nikon D80 with an 18-70mm zoom and an SB800 flash. This camera has a plastic body and it's capable of 3 frames per second. The lens is also consumer grade - the image quality is very decent, but it won't knock your socks off in terms of low light performance, AF-speed, or build quality.
For $2500 to $3000 you could get a semi-pro Canon 30D + Canon 17-55mm f/2.8 zoom + flash, or a Nikon D200 + Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8 + flash. These cameras have a metal body and they're both capable of 5 frames per second. The autofocus systems are more sophisticated as well. The lenses are better in terms of AF-speed, image quality, and low-light performance. The Nikon lens also has a pro build quality - the Canon lens doesn't. If you need more zoom reach, add a $1600 70-200mm f/2.8 zoom (both brands make one).
For pro gear, consider the Canon 1Ds Mk ll + 24-70mm f/2.8 + flash, or the Nikon D2Xs + 17-55mm f/2.8 + flash. These systems are +$5000. This Canon only does 3 FPS. If you need it for sports, get the 1D Mk ll N instead - this model does 8 FPS. With the Nikon D2Xs you can do 3 FPS high-rez, or flick a switch and do 8 FPS low-rez. Again, if you need more zoom reach, add a 70-200mm f/2.8 zoom. At this level, you'll be walking around with over $500 worth of memory cards, filters, and batteries.
2007-01-22 21:57:05 · answer #1 · answered by OMG, I ♥ PONIES!!1 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on your budget. More than 6 Mega Pixels produce a reasonable quality of image. There are more than 10.2 Mega Pixels camera in the market.
2007-01-23 02:16:23 · answer #2 · answered by ZeeMan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a Sony Cyber-Shot 7.2 mega pixel camera and it is great. The pictures look very nice. And the best part the camera was 260.00 at staples. It has very high picture quality and the pictures look professional.
2007-01-22 21:20:43 · answer #3 · answered by Amanda L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
here's a link to ebays guide on digital cameras
2007-01-24 02:05:08 · answer #4 · answered by jbowhard 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
4 megapixel min. 5-6 will be good.
2007-01-22 21:13:47 · answer #5 · answered by where i am... 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋