How to Buy a Digital Camera
Digital photography keeps getting better. Higher-resolution images, sophisticated but easy-to-use controls, and more.
The world of digital photography keeps presenting new options. Gone are the “megapixel wars” of recent years; it’s hard to find a new camera with anything less than a 10-megapixel sensor.
Instead, we’re seeing a different kind of battle in recent years: manufacturers are trying to build specialized cameras for different types of shooters. Between feature-loaded cameras under $200, ruggedized point-and-shoots, high-zoom pocket cameras, hybrid still-and-video champs, interchangeable-lens compact cameras, and full-fledged DSLRs, your options are growing-and getting a lot more confusing.
We’re here to help. This Digital Camera Buying Guide will help you make a purchasing decision based on the specs you’ll need to examine closely (and the specs you can basically ignore) before you fork over your hard-earned cash.
- From pocket megazooms to basic point-and-shoots, we’ll walk you through the different kinds of digital cameras.
- Buying a digital camera isn’t all about megapixels. We’ll translate the jargon and tell you just how important each specification is to your purchase.
- Before you head to the store, check out our advice for making a smart digital camera choice.
