Digital camera is the first thing you need to enjoy digital photography. Then, how do you choose the digital camera that suit you best? Come join me to find out what you need to look for before you dig in your wallet and buy that camera...
Long before you and I were born, photography has started out as a hobby. And it is from there you got the digital photography today. People go into this as passion or as a way to capture the special moment in their life. Although digital photography can be fun, sometimes getting the right digital camera for the job can be a headache.
So, let's look at how to buy the right camera for yourself:
1. Answer these questions
Are you new to photography? Why do you need a camera? Is it for holiday snapshots or are you trying to make money with photography? Every question you answered will determine what kind of camera you should get.
When you are new in photography, you don't need to get a DSLR camera even when you can afford it because there are too many functions in the DSLR camera that you might not be able to appreciate. What you can do is to get a compact digital camera and learn from the basic. Some of you might think that point and shoot is only for picnic people. Then, you can start with a bridge camera which has similar manual controls for you to familiarize for a DSLR camera.
2. Do your research
Before you buy a digital camera, shortlist some of the brand in the market. Then get to know about the models of your interest and make a wise investment. You can read magazines and photography blog to find out more about your desired models.
If you still have question about the model you need, post your question on the photography forum. The members will be more than happy to share their experience with you.
3. Stick to budget
This is not going to be easy because the more you learn about digital photography, the more you want a high end camera. It is quite depressing when you know what you want and fail to afford it.
What you can do is to stick with your compact digital camera (if that is what you can afford) and learn all about your camera. Maximize your camera and look for ways to make money with photography like selling your pictures online to accumulate your budget for your next upgrade.
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