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Step 1
Set a budget for how much you're willing to spend for a digital camera. Since it's a beginner camera, you can keep the cost in the low range. Since digital cameras are getting cheaper and adding more options, you can probably find a good deal.
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Step 2
Look at the number of mega pixels the camera has. This indicates the number of pixels or dots used to make a picture. The higher the concentration of pixels, the sharper the photo can be. Three mega pixels is a good place to start for a beginner digital camera.
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Step 3
Check out the digital camera's zoom. Most digital cameras have digital and optical zoom lenses. The optical zoom is the one that really can put the sharpness into the photograph. The higher the optical zoom, the better the pictures can be. Buy the highest optical zoom you can find within your budget.
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Step 4
Find a digital camera with an easy-to-read LCD. Newer models are easier to see in bright light that makes it easier to see what you are photographing.
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Step 5
Hold the camera in your hands. Find one that isn't too big yet has all the features you want. This step is especially important if you are purchasing a beginner camera for a child.
