2007-03-29 20:40:35 · 7 answers · asked by godrej 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
IMO ... the most important part of a digital camera is the sensor and the lens. While it is true you want a certain number of megapixels (with todays technology I would recommend at least 6, and 10 on a good Camera is better).
But no matter how many megapixels the camera is capable of, the photo quality won't be good if the sensor is too small or the lens cheaply made.
I stick to Canon and Nikon (although I had a fantastic Ricoh ... they are now overpriced).
What camera to get depends a lot on how you will use it, what your experience is, and whether you want to take snapshots, professional level photo's; and how the final photo's will be used.
While DSLR's are the very best ... not everyone wants or needs a DSLR. There are features on "point and shoot" camera's that many people prefer, particularly those who want to take snapshots on vacation, of the kids sports events, etc.
I would highly recommend going to http://www.imaging-resource.com/ and clicking on the "find the best camera for you" link to the left, and starting there. Once you have 5 or 6 cameras in mind, read the full reviews on that website, and on the other digital camera review websites, to help in making the decision.
2007-03-29 21:06:55 · answer #1 · answered by Pichi 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
While the answers above me are all correct, please post a new question. Tell us how much you want to spend, what you plan to use the camera for most of the time, and what your prior experience is with photography. With this information, we will be much more helpful to you.
This is somewhat out of date, but check this page for a general idea: http://tech.yahoo.com/rc/digital-cameras/103 Most cameras mentioned have been replaced with newer models, which we will hope are as good or better than what they replaced.
Here's another resource for you. Look on down the page if you are interested in point and shoot cameras instead of dSLR's. http://www.digitalcamerainfo.com/ratings.php
Here's another listing in order by ratings.
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/default.asp?view=rating
2007-03-30 06:48:02 · answer #2 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Fuji S5000 is my model. It's high end and multi-tasked. U know that u could do video on digital cams including mind. But look at the functions it could do. Check the Fuji website too.
2007-03-30 10:13:14 · answer #3 · answered by chuck h 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to choose the camera that has the features YOU will use! I guess I'm old school, and I only use the basics!
It's hard to tell you what brand to get. I use Canon.
2007-03-30 09:01:02 · answer #4 · answered by Greg S 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Mega pixels are the most important feature of a digi cam.... the more the mega pixels the better the quality...
the other important feature is the light and darkness adjustments and the day and night mode...
canon has the best set of cameras with the best quality photos
2007-03-30 03:49:25 · answer #5 · answered by infernos_heart 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
look for the zoom in that it must be at least 3x and mega pixel engine of that go for 7.2 M.P makes like sony nikon are good
sleek models are available with sony suggested model is
DSC W-35 and W-55
2007-03-30 06:28:04 · answer #6 · answered by samit_prabhu 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you want to be a professional photographer, choose what is the best as photographer and not those unusual features.
my tips as follow.
1) fast shooter
2) lens quality
3) image stabilizer
4) maximum picture element (pixel)
5) less hands movement
6) use tri-pod
7) high flash
2007-03-30 07:19:13 · answer #7 · answered by PG_13 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋