Help me find a good Digital Camera for College?
I’m going to be taking a course in graphic design, and there will be a bit of photography involved. I don’t know much about cameras, and I am having trouble finding one that meets my school’s requirements.
Here are the requirements:
Approximate cost of camera is up to $400
Approximate cost of camera accessories is up to $150
Digital Camera – 5 megapixel resolution (minimum) with
manual focus, manual exposure, 8x optical zoom
and hot shoe
512 mb (minimum) memory storage for camera
Camera case, tripod, cleaning kit
Filter Set – UV and polarizing
Flash – optional
Extra battery – optional
Can someone who knows a bit about cameras help me find something? I’m not so much concerned about which brand to buy (unless there is a reason why I should consider one over the other). I am totally clueless on how to find a camera with all of these specific requirements…
All of the major brands are good. Choose a brand that appeals to you. Then you have to think about getting a spare battery, what size memory card, if you want an extended warranty, how much you can afford, what size zoom, if you want manual controls, the size of the camera, finding a reliable place to purchase it, and the list goes on and on and on…….
The first thing to realize is that almost any digital camera will take good pictures. If more people would read the manual more than once, they would be able to take better pictures. Usually, the person assumes it is the camera when it could be them not knowing exactly what to do. Just give yourself more photographic knowledge by doing more reading on the internet.
I really believe buying a camera is an individual choice.
The person needs to read alot of reviews on cameras so they can decide on the features that they really want and need.
Go to the store and hold them so you can see if they feel comfortable in your hands. If possible, take some pictures in the store to check the quality of the pictures.
I can only give a suggestion of what to look for in a new digital camera.
Good Luck
my suggestion
go to this link for help
http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-camera-buying-guide/
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