Small Digital Cameras – How to Choose the Right One
The selection and quality available in small digital cameras has never been better. And they keep improving every day.
When digital cameras first came out, they were very expensive, and they were relatively large compared to many of today’s models. These cameras use an image sensor in order to capture image data and save it to the camera so you can instantly see the photos that you have taken, as well as transfer them to computers and printers. These days it is possible to get small digital cameras that work extremely well for between $200 and $600. Which of these compact type cameras is the best for you will depend on which features you find the most important.
Because there are so many choices available to you, it’s necessary to do a little studying before you make a choice. Determine the options and features that you feel you will use the most. Do you want to have a high resolution, a very compact camera, a good optical zoom, or some of the special features like smile recognition that some of the cameras offer?
Most compact cameras are point and shoot type cameras, although there are a few that have the option to manually change the settings. These are best for amateur photographers rather than professionals.Then you will need to decide what price range you are comfortable with in order to help you narrow down your options. There are numerous websites available with reviews that you can use to get a better idea of the pros and cons of each camera that you are considering.
For those that want to get a compact camera that will let them take quality digital photos for less than $200, one of the better options is the Kodak EasyShare M1093 IS. This is a 10 megapixel camera with a short shutter delay, a 3 inch LCD screen, and a 3x optical zoom.
Another popular series for compact digital cameras is the Nikon CoolPix series, including the Nikon CoolPix S70. The CoolPix S70 has a 3.5 inch LCD screen with touch screen controls, 12.1 megapixels, image stabilization and a 5x optical zoom. It is also one of the smaller cameras, measuring 3.8 inches wide, 2.4 inches long, and.8 inches thick. There are some cool features available with this camera, including the ability to tap on a subject to focus and shoot rather than always having to use the shutter button. The battery needs to be charged in the camera however, so you will want to have an extra battery.
These cameras just keep getting better and better. As technology continues to move forward, small sized digital point and shoot and sub sized cameras are gaining features and picture quality that only their big brothers, the DSLR’s, had at one time. Check out the various mini digital cameras and slim digital cameras and after a little research you’ll easily be able to find one that meets your needs and your budget.
Sleek Pro Design Dual Powered 5 Mega Pixel Digital Camera
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COBRA DVC5100 5megapixel DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA BRAND NEW $99.95 |
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Olympus TG610 TG-610 14.0 Megapixel, 5x Optical Zoom, Digital Camera (Silver) $279.00 |
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DXG USA DXG-5F0V HD 16.0 Megapixel 1080p HD Pro Gear Digital Video Camera $172.17 |
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Kodak C1505 C1505RED EASYSHARE 12.0 Megapixel, 5 x Optical Zoom, Digital Camera $69.72 |
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Samsung ES80SILVER 12.0 Megapixel, 5x Optical Zoom, Digital Camera (Silver) $99.72 |
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Nikon S80 Coolpix 14.1 Megapixel, 5 x Optical Zoom, Digital Camera $129.72 |
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Samsung Digital Camera 10.2 megapixels 5x optical zoom plus case and accessories $39.99 |
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SONY DSC-W5 5.1 Megapixel Cyber-shot(R) Digital Camera $114.99 |
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5 MegaPixel easy senior digital camera- 2.4 Inch screen- 8x $104.79 |
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Aiptek A-HD 720p CAMCORDER / 5 MEGAPIXEL DIGITAL CAMERA – Black $64.99 |
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Hitachi DZ-SV560E 5 mega pixel digital Camcorder / Video Camera Spares or Repair $14.23 |
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New Fujifilm Finepix XP20 Digital Camera 14 Megapixels 5X Optical Zoom XP 20 $79.99 |
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Kodak Easyshare M550 12 Megapixel Digital Camera 5x Optical Zoom $6.39 |
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Olympus Stylus 227595 7040 14.0 Megapixels Digital Camera – 7x Optical Zoom/5x $75.00 |
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Kodak Easy Share 14 megapixel Digital Camera M552 – 2.7″ Screen- 5x Zoom – BLACK $10.50 |
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5 MegaPixel easy senior digital camera- 2.4 Inch screen $104.79 |
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New Samsung ST90 Digital Camera 14.2 Megapixels 5X Optical Zoom – Silver $64.99 |
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16.0 MEGAPIXEL 1080P HIGH-DEFINITION PRO GEAR DXG-5F0V DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA $151.99 |
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NIB Kodak EasyShare Touch Screen LCD M577 14 Megapixel 5xW Digital Camera Purple $79.99 |
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Nikon Coolpix S80 Digital Camera – 14 Megapixels, 5x Zoom, 3.5″ LCD, Red $89.99 |
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5.0 Mega Pixel Flexible USB 2.0 Digital Web Video Camera Webcam + Mic Microphone $11.05 |
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Fuji FinePix XP10 – 12.2 Megapixels, 5x Optical Zoom Digital Camera $80.00 |
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Kodak Easy Share 12 megapixel Digital Camera C1505 – 2.4″ Screen – 5x Zoom $41.99 |
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5 MegaPixel easy senior digital camera- 2.4 Inch screen $104.79 |
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SONY DSCHX5V CYBER SHOT 10 MEGAPIXEL MP DIGITAL CYBERSHOT CAMERA DSC-HX5V BLACK $224.99 |
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Open Box Olympus FE5010 BLUE 12 Megapixels Digital Camera – 5x Optical $159.99 |
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NEW Olympus FE5010 BLUE 12 Megapixels Digital Camera – 5x Optical FE 5010 $169.99 |
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Canon PowerShot 5035B001 A3300 IS 16 Megapixels Digital Camera – 5x Optical $80.00 |
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GE A1251 12.2 Megapixel Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom and 2.5″ LCD $72.99 |
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GE 10.1 Megapixels Point and Shoot Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom- Pink $72.99 |
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GE 12.2 Megapixel Digital Camera with 5X Optical Zoom and Panorama- Black NEW $83.99 |
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New Moultrie M-80X Mini Cam 5 Megapixel Digital Camera Model MFH-DGS-M80X $114.99 |
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New Moultrie D-55IRXT 5 Megapixel Digital Camera Model MFH-DGS-D55IRXT $112.99 |
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SONY CYBERSHOT 5.1 MEGAPIXELS DIGITAL STILL CAMERA DSC-W5/W7/W15/W17 $19.99 |
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GE 10.1 Megapixels Point And Shoot Digital Camera With 5x Optical Zoom- Pink $74.95 |
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Argus QC5340 Digital 5 MegaPixel Camera AS IS $9.99 |
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Kodak digital camera DX 4530 w/case $40.00 |
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Pentax K-5 16.3 Megapixel Digital Slr Camera (body Only) – Black 3″ Lcd - $1,499.95 |
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Fujifilm FinePix XP50 14.4 Megapixel Digital Camera Silver,2.7″ LCD,5x Optical $193.53 |
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KODAK EASYSHARE C1550 16.6MP 16 MEGAPIXEL GREEN DIGITAL CAMERA 5X OPTICAL L@@K $29.95 |
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Canon PowerShot A300 Digital Camera, 3.2 Megapixel, 5x Digital Zoom, PC1045 !! $24.99 |
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5 MegaPixel easy senior digital camera- 2.4 Inch screen $104.79 |
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Sea Sea DX-GE5 12.2 Megapixel Compact Digital Waterproof Camera $325.00 |
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Fujifilm FinePix XP50 14.4 Megapixel Digital Camera Silver,2.7″ LCD,5x Optical $196.99 |
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New Fujifilm Finepix XP20 Digital Camera 14 Megapixels 5X Optical Zoom XP 20 $79.92 |
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Olympus Stylus 227580 7030 14 Megapixels Digital Camera – 7x Optical Zoom/5x $94.94 |
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Sony Bloggie MHS-PM5/V Digital Camera – 5.0 Megapixels – 4x Digital Zoom - $72.49 |
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Nikon AW100 AW100PR CoolPix, 16 Megapixel, 5x Optical Zoom, Digital Camera $299.00 |
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Vivitar 5015PK 5-Megapixel PINK Digital Camera 1.5″ Screen 8x Digital Zoom 2012 $49.88 |
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Olympus D705 D-705 14.0 Megapixel, 5x Optical Zoom, Digital Camera $89.72 |
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Olympus Stylus TOUGH-6000 Shockproof & Waterproof Digital Camera (White) + 2GB xD Card + Spare Li-50B Battery + Case + Cameta Bonus Accessory Kit Kit includes: |
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Mace Security EWIP-DOM-WIFI Easy Watch IP HD Megapixel Wireless Network Pan/Tilt Surveillance Camera $389.00 EWIP-DOM-WIFI Mace Easy Watch IP PT Dome Wireless, 1.3MP with Audio Quick Overview Easy WatchTM IP – Experience the freedom of wireless IP video surveillance in HD quality with Pan & Tilt remote control. A perfect choice for IT savvy business and home owners seeking simple to install security with One-Touch WPS wireless network setup.Best-in-class feature & price performance. 12-month warranty & t… |
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Mace Security EWIP-CAM-WIFI Easy Watch IP HD Megapixel Wireless Network Surveillance Camera $295.00 EWIP-CAM-WIFI Mace Easy Watch IP Camera, Wireless 1.3MP With Audio Easy WatchTM IP – Experience the freedom of wireless IP video surveillance in HD quality. A perfect choice for IT savvy business and home owners seeking simple to install security with One-Touch WPS wireless network setup. Best-in-class feature & price performance.12-month warranty & technical support MACE EASY WATCHTM IP – HD MEGA… |
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10.0 Megapixel 3-IN-1 Multi-functional Camera with 2.4 Tft LCD and MPEG4 Technology $144.99 10.0MP 3-in-1 Multi-Functional Camera with 2.4″ TFT LCD and MPEG4 Technology… |
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Olympus LI-30B Rechargeable Battery for Stylus Verve Digital Cameras $0.50 The high-capacity Olympus LI-30B rechargeable lithium-ion battery works for Stylus Verve digital camera. It features lithium technology, which ensures maximum battery life and maximum power. It also features no memory effect that lets you recharge partially drained batteries without reducing performance.Keep the battery as an extra power source for your digital or replace your current aging batter… |
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Nikon Coolpix S5 6MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom + Nikon FJ-CP1 Underwater All-Weather Field Jacket Case for Nikon Coolpix S5 Digital Camera + Microfiber Cleaning Cloth KIT $499.95 Kit includes: 1)Nikon Coolpix S5 Digital Camera; 2)Nikon FJ-CP1 Compact Underwater All-Weather Case; and 3)Microfiber Cleaning Cloth. >>>>>>>>>>> Nikon Coolpix S5 includes: EN-EL8 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery; Coolstation Dock and Insert; AC Adapter; USB Cable; Audio Video Cable; Strap; PictureProject Software CD-ROM; Instructions; Nikon USA Warranty. >>>>>>>>>>> The Coolpix S5 is a 6 megapixel cam… |
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Maximal Power Jvc Bn-V607U Equiv Battery Modern Design Practical Durable Compact Fantasy New $56.49 Exceptional customer service and unparalleled product expertise…. |
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Vtech – Kidizoom Spin & Smile Digital Camera $59.99 Turn your child into the family photographer with Vtech’s Kidizoom Spin & Smile Digital Camera. Durable and easy to use, this 2.0 megapixel camera lets kids take and edit photos, record digital video, and play games. Designed for children three and up, the Kidizoom comes with a built-in flash for indoor shooting as well as a twisting lens for easy self-portraits. A variety of wacky frames, stamps… |
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