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  • Megapixels Definition

    Megapixels are a key component in the quality of a digital camera. When you shop for a camera, you will need to decide how many megapixels you want your camera to have. Simply put, the more the...

  • DPI Vs. Megapixels

    Digital cameras use megapixels to describe the resolution of the sensor in the camera. DPI stands for dots per inch, a term describing the resolution of a printer.

  • How to choose a Kodak Digital Camera

    Kodak digital cameras are among the best you can buy. Whether you are just shooting pictures for fun or as a professional, Kodak has been the camera of choice for generations Let's face it,...

  • S5 Pro Vs. Nikon D300

    Digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) cameras have grown in popularity with people that want something a bit more powerful and offer more creative control than point-and-shoot digital cameras. As is...

  • How to Buy a Digital Camera That Works for You

    Digital cameras are very convenient as you can quickly snap a picture and view it immediately. If you do not like the picture you can easily delete it in a matter of seconds. In the long run...

  • How to Compare Best Digital Cameras

    The best digital camera is a personal choice yet wading through all the different choices may seem overwhelming. Know your needs and do not get talked in to buying more, or less, than what will...

  • Information on Megapixels

    In digital imaging, a pixel is considered the basic unit of forming an image. A million of these comprises what is known as a megapixel.

  • Difference in Megapixels

    Megapixel ratings give consumers a rough idea of a digital camera's capabilities, but you shouldn't depend solely on megapixel rating when choosing which digital camera to buy.

  • Megapixels Explained

    When shopping for a digital camera, it is likely that you will see each camera rated in terms of its number of "megapixels" and might assume---as many do---that more megapixels must make for a...

  • Megapixel Myth

    Many people when shopping for a new digital camera get sucked into looking at how many megapixels the camera has. While higher megapixels do allow for larger enlargements and allow you to crop in...

  • Canon Elph 1000 Vs. Canon Elph 1100

    When it comes to cameras, digital or film, Canon is one of the most recognized and respected names in the business. According to its website, Canon's goal for its line of digital Elph cameras is...

  • Canon Elph 1000 Vs. 800

    Released just five months apart--September 2006 and February 2007--the Canon Elph 800 and Canon Elph 1000 follow Canon's template for its point-and-shoot digital Elph line--high-end Canon features...

  • Sony A100 Vs. Sony A200

    In 2006, Sony released its first digital SLR camera--the A100. Two years later, as technology improved and became cheaper, Sony released an updated model--the A200. Because their release dates...

  • Panasonic Fz50 Vs. Fz18

    Sometimes you need a camera that has a little more to offer than a standard point-and-shoot camera, but you're not ready to be burdened by the complexity and size of a digital single-lens reflex...

  • Canon Powershot Ixus 870 Is Vs. Lumix Fx55

    You may not need a large, powerful camera and prefer to stick with a compact camera that's easy to take with you. But just because you stick with a smaller camera, it doesn't mean you should...

  • Canon 5D vs. 30D

    Most digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) cameras have features more advanced than their point-and-shoot counterparts. However, not even all D-SLRs are created equal. In its line of D-SLR cameras,...

  • Canon EOS 30D Vs. Olympus EVOLT E-510

    To show you just how far and how fast technology improves, compare the Canon EOS 30D--a "prosumer"-consumer digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) camera with professional capabilities--released in...

  • Sony DSC H3 Vs. Canon SX 100

    Sometimes you need a little bit more out of your camera than a typical point-and-shoot has to offer. But at the same time you may not want to bother with the larger and more expensive digital...

  • 40D Vs. Olympus E510

    While they were both released in 2007, the differences between the Canon 40D and the Olympus E510 are numerous. The 40D was released as one of Canon's high-end digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR)...

  • Canon 1D Mark III vs. Nikon

    Even within the world of professional-grade digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) cameras, there can be a lot of differences that can affect their prices. In 2007, Canon released the 1D Mark III,...

  • D3 vs. Canon 1D Mark III

    When it comes to name recognition and reputation, Canon and Nikon are at or near the top of most consumers' lists for digital cameras---particularly digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) cameras. In...

  • Nikon D200 vs. D70s

    Even cameras made by the same manufacturer are not created equal. Nikon--like most camera manufacturers--produces digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) cameras in multiple classes to meet the needs...

  • Canon S5 IS Vs. Panasonic DMC-FZ18

    Sometimes you need a little bit more than a compact point-and-shoot camera has to offer. But at the same time you might not need quite as much as is offered with a digital single-lens reflex...

  • Nikon P80 Vs. P5100

    Not all cameras, even those in the same line, are created equal. With its P, or performance series, of Coolpix cameras, Nikon aims to give users high-end features in small package. In 2007, Nikon...

  • Canon S5 IS Vs. Panasonic FZ18

    Some photographers want more zoom than what is offered by a small point-and-shoot camera, but do not want to be hassled by the larger size of a digital single-lens reflex camera. To accommodate...

  • Canon Sd890 Vs. Sd950

    Canon's goal with its Sd line of digital cameras is to cram as many features into as small a body as possible. And as the technology of digital cameras has improved and become less expensive, you...

  • Canon 40D vs. 1D

    In 2001, Canon released the 1D, the first digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) camera fully developed by the company, as a professional-grade model. In 2007, Canon released the 40D, a...

  • Canon SX100 IS vs. A720 IS

    With its A and SX lines of PowerShot cameras, including the SX100 IS and A720 IS, Canon has aimed to give its customers some of the features of its high-end cameras in a compact point-and-shoot...

  • Canon Eos 40D Vs. Xti

    Canon makes digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) cameras for nearly every type of photographer, from the parent who wants a powerful camera for their children's activities to the most serious...

  • Canon A710 Vs. A720

    Camera companies--including Canon--update their lines of cameras often. Often these updated models mean you get improved features at a lower price. Such is the case with two of Canon's PowerShot...

  • Nikon D80 Vs. Canon Rebel XTi

    For years, Nikon and Canon have battled for supremacy in the world of single-lens reflex cameras, with that battle now carrying over into the Digital SLR market. In 2006, Nikon released its D80...

  • Canon Rebel XTi Vs. Nikon D40

    Over the years Canon and Nikon have become synonymous with high-quality digital cameras. In 2006, Canon released the XTi and Nikon released the D40, as updates to its digital single-lens reflex...

  • Canon Rebel Xti Vs. Canon Rebel XS

    To show you just how quickly digital cameras can improve, let's take a look at the Canon Rebel Xti -- a mid-range camera released in 2006 -- and the Canon Rebel XS -- an entry-level camera...

  • Nikon D60 Vs. Nikon D80

    The Nikon D60 and D90 have a couple of things in common. They are digital single lens reflex cameras (D-SLR), and they were released by Nikon in 2008. But that is about where the similarities end.

  • Nikon D40 Vs. D60

    Two years separate Nikon's D40 and D60 digital single-lens reflex cameras (D-SLR), which were released in 2006 and 2008, respectively. In the two years between the cameras' releases, Nikon took...

  • Nikon D40x Vs. Nikon D80

    The Nikon D40x was released in 2007 as a "sister" camera to the D40. It had a few enhanced features that made it comparable to the more expensive and slightly larger D80, which was released in 2006.

  • Canon G5 Vs. G9

    The aim of Canon's PowerShot G series of cameras is to give users some of the advanced features of its digital SLR cameras while maintaining the smaller size and ease of protability of its...

  • Megapixel Comparison Tips

    When comparing megapixels in digital camera equipment it's important to first assess your digital imaging needs. While digital cameras come in a variety of styles and sizes, with varying ranges of...

  • Explanation of Megapixels & Print Sizes

    The number of megapixels has a direct connection to the print size of the image that is produced. Not only do the number of megapixels effect the print size, but also the quality of the resulting...

  • Digital Camera Buying Guide

    There are a lot of digital cameras on the market, from low-end point-and-shoots to high-end medium-format types. With slight variations, they all use essentially the same technology, so the choice...

  • Megapixels Explanation

    The first specification often considered when purchasing a digital camera is the number of megapixels it offers. Most consumers are confused about what a megapixel is, and what effect it will have...

  • How Many Megapixels Are Enough?

    As newer models of digital cameras appear on the market, the number of megapixels they produce is often highlighted as a key selling feature. In order to determine how many megapixels are enough...

  • Where to Find a Cheap Digital Camera

    Cheap does not necessarily mean poor quality in digital cameras any more. Today's inexpensive point-and-shoot digital cameras can outperform the full-sized digital single lens reflex cameras from...

  • Digital Camera Information

    Digital cameras come with a variety of options. There are two main categories: DSLR and point-and-shoot. Within these categories, there are differences in lens type, megapixels, shutter speeds,...

  • What Makes a Good Digital Camera?

    Buying a digital camera can be a challenging task given the wide variety of options. Over the years, the digital technology has increased to the point that it is virtually as effective as a film...

  • How to Buy a Good Camera

    The camera market has shifted drastically toward digital cameras, so the majority of consumer cameras today are digital. Most advertising relies on megapixel count, but there is much more to...

  • How to Pick the Best Digital Camera

    Nowadays, there are so many new cameras put on the market each year that it is often hard to find the one that is just right for you. Here are the major factors that one should consider when...

  • How to Select the Right Digital Camera

    For most people, a digital camera can be a big and expensive purchase. Use these simple tips to ensure you buy one that’s right for you and your photo needs.

  • Compare Digital Cameras

    When comparing digital cameras, be sure to consider how many megapixels a camera has and how it feels when holding it. Select a digital camera based on features like a view screen, with tips from...

  • How to Choose Digital Cameras

    Finding the exact digital camera to meet your needs takes some preliminary research. You should go into the search knowing how much you want to spend and what features are your personal...

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