Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Best digital camera - Nikon Coolpix P90

By Dick Busch

Not a month goes by without a new range of digital cameras being launched, often with little change from the previous versions but just revamps. Researching what you consider to be the best digital camera may at first seem daunting but there are a number of web sites that carry out comparisons to assist. Eventually saving enough money to buy that eye-popping, 12 megapixel, 24x optical zoom with up to a sixteen gigabyte expandable memory using super hi-speed SD memory card and of course, very compact; which we hope be the envy of almost everyone we know. By the time we actually go to the mall armed with our life savings, we pass by a new display with an all new model that has even more mega pixels, and larger expandable memory, with built it microphone and video playback with stereo sound and 48 scenic modes.

We sigh because the manufacturer of this amazing gadget claims that this is the best digital camera yet out in the market. But this dilemma is very short lived because you promised yourself the best digital camera and that is what you are going to have. Don't worry though if you are not sure what to do; just follow the guide below and you shouldn't go to far wrong. First off try and search out a model with a higher number of pixels, referred to megapixels; you ideally need over 5 although with today's cameras it would be hard to find one under that anyway.

A quick tip on this subject involves the batteries which have a tendency to run out quicker if a large LCD screen is fitted and is used constantly; some sound advice is carry spares! A digital camera with an optical zoom facility is the one to try for and a digital zoom only camera should be avoided if you want clear, well defined images. Unfortunately digital zooms just don't cut it so avoid them unless you are buying an inexpensive camera as a gift for a child. As there are so many types of storage card available you will have to ensure you buy the correct one.

However, if you remember that a large screen equals higher power consumption, smaller screen, lower power consumption you can't go wrong so just carry a spare set of rechargeable batteries with you everywhere. A digital zoom facility is available on almost every digital camera these days but optical zoom cameras cost more but the result is far superior. You will find lower price cameras almost never have an optical zoom fitted so it will really be down to your budget. Your camera will normally come with a memory card albeit a small one so you will probably need to buy a large capacity card, so use the one you have to make sure you purchase the correct one.

A number of cards have been used over the years but the main ones are: the Secure Digital, Compact Flash, Sony's Memory Stick and the newer XD cards. Try to obtain the largest memory you can for your camera and your budget. For example, for the price of a 256mb card a couple of years ago you can probably now buy a 2 gigabyte and now some memory cards can go up to 16 gigabytes. Remember, the camera must suit the type of person you are as much as your wallet as there is no point having the best digital camera if you do not use it. either you use your camera for fun or for serious photography, as long as it is used it will be worth the financial outlay.

The larger the display the better but remember that the greater the size the screen shorter the life of the batteries. More and more digital cameras are coming equipped with an optical zoom and this is the sort to try for even if it is only a three times power. You will find lower price cameras almost never have an optical zoom fitted so it will really be down to your budget. These cameras use a memory card to store the images on but there are a variety of types, so be careful when buying one for your model.

Memory cards are used in all sorts of electronic gadgets and you may already have heard of the main ones: Sony's Memory Stick, compact Flash, Secure Digital and XD cards for example. Fortunately the price for digital memory seem to fall in line with the size of cameras resolution increases so buy the largest you can affords and that is compatible with your version. The cost has dropped rapidly so take advantage of these larger storage capacity cards now that the price is lower. After all is said and done, the best digital camera you choose should match your lifestyle as much as it should your pocket. either you use your camera for fun or for serious photography, as long as it is used it will be worth the financial outlay. - 2361

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