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Digital Camera Selector
The Digital Camera Selector lets you tell it the characteristics of the camera you are looking for and then returns a short list of cameras and their details. To make your selections click on the arrows at the sides of each drop down box. Then click on a value to select it. You can select ranges for features such as megapixels and zoom. Help is available for each option. The help text will also explain why a particular feature could prove useful to you. Help and Notes
I have divided all the different types digital cameras into broad groups. If you are looking for a digital camera that is easy to use select the Simple and Easy group. The next step up you will find Standard cameras. These are cameras that can be used as simple point and shoot cameras, but tend to come with some additional features that you may find useful. Brand
You can also choose to look only at cameras produced by a certain manufacturer. This will help you if you are a big fan of Canon or Sony etc.
Pixels
One of the key features of any digital camera is the number of megapixels it is capable of recording. The more megapixels it can capture the larger the size of print the camera can produce. Zoom
Another key feature is length of zoom. The selector works with each camera's optical zoom capability. This is another area where you can select either a range or a specific amount of zoom. Price
Always a key feature when you are looking to buy. You can enter your price range.
LCD Screen
A larger LCD screen can be a major help when you are lining up a shot. Screens vary in size typically from 1.5" to 2.5". There is a clear trend towards larger screens. The selector allows you to choose a minimum screen size.
Macro Distance
A macro facility helps you to take close up shots. Typical macro photos are of insects, flowers and jewelry. The macro distance is the distance from the subject that the camera is capable of focusing. The shorter the distance the closer in the camera can get.
MemoryCards Memory cards are used by digital cameras to store photos and movies. Most cameras can only use one type of card, but others can use two or more. The most important point to remember is that if you are buying an additional memory card it has to be compatible with your camera.
Batteries
There are basically two types of batteries that a digital camera uses. The first are standard AA batteries. The advantage of these is convenience. You can buy them more or less anywhere. The downside is cost. Despite advances digital cameras are still heavy users of batteries and it can help to keep the running costs down if you buy some rechargeable batteries and a charger. Movie Resolution
Most digital cameras can shoot movies at either a resolution of 640x480 or a lesser resolution on 320x240. Cameras that can shoot at 640x480 produce movies that when played back cover a television screen. The selector allows you to specify that you want to list only cameras that produce TV quality movies. Movie Duration
Many cameras now allow you to record individual movies up to the capacity of the memory card. Others may only allow you to capture footage for a much shorter time. For example three minutes. The selector allows you to specify cameras that record up to the capacity of the memory card. Manual Controls
The more advanced cameras offer you manual exposure controls. This allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed settings. This is ideal for experienced photographers or anyone who would like to experiment with photography. Wide Angle
A wide angle lens allows you to squeeze more into a picture. This type of lens is particularly useful for shooting groups of people and landscapes. Be aware that a low percentage of digital cameras are built with wide angle lenses and your choice of camera is therefore restricted.
Image Stabilisation
Image Stabilisation helps to compensate for any camera shake that occurs when a picture is being taken. Tiny gyroscopes within the lens help to eliminate or at least the blur that camera shake can create. This is also sometimes referred to as Vibration Reduction.
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