02-03-2003, 08:45 PM
There are several other thing to consider when buying a digital camera. Beyond the most basic megapixels look at optics. Many [size 1]manufacturers[/size] save by using plastic optics. Look for glass optics and look at the rating 10x optical zoom is better than 10x digital. The higher optical zoom gives you a sharper image. Digital zoom is a good extra feature to have, but optical zoom should be one of the main feature that you should look for in a good camera.
Also as tomegun said get and extra set of rechargeable batteries and a second set for backup or regular AA's as spares. The size of the viewer is another feature.
There is a new developing trend that has only been in the top end of digital cameras for photo journalist. Digital SLR bases with exchangeable lenses. You need 6 megapixels to get 35 mm quality. Be looking for these style cameras to drop in price over the next six months.
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Also as tomegun said get and extra set of rechargeable batteries and a second set for backup or regular AA's as spares. The size of the viewer is another feature.
There is a new developing trend that has only been in the top end of digital cameras for photo journalist. Digital SLR bases with exchangeable lenses. You need 6 megapixels to get 35 mm quality. Be looking for these style cameras to drop in price over the next six months.
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