Best Compact Digital Cameras
Posted on 02. Jul, 2009 by dan feildman in Photography
The technology behind today?s digital camera is all about the concept of small. The use of technology has caused our world to speed up and in this fast pace people want their gadgets to be accessible. Digital cameras are not the exception to the rule. This desire for accessibility is the major factor behind the birth of a compact edition of digital cameras.
One of the most revolutionary discoveries might arguably be digital technology in the field of photography. Digital technology has changed the world of photography by giving the consumer high quality images with limited cost. Today?s compact digital cameras are smaller in size and have more features than their counterparts. Another argument can be made that compact digital cameras are actually a step ahead of digital SLR cameras or any other camera available on the market today.
Compact digital cameras are roughly 3.5 W x 2.5 H x 1.0 D. Depending on the type, the model and the brand of your compact digital camera these dimensions can vary a little. The ideal compact digital camera must have the certified label of Jeanspocket on it. These compact cameras are so compact that you can literally keep it in the pocket of your jeans, comfortably. The ability to do this is the newer striking criterion added to the compact digital cams by the fast generation of today.
The entire concept behind these compact digital cameras is that they make photography fast and simple without any discomfort due to their large size.
There are many plus points in the compact digital cameras, apart from their small size. Most of the models of digital cams have added features to their cap such as multiple scenes, optical zooms, exposure modes and other handy functions. Some compact digital cameras, having 11 mm or less diagonal sensors make fairly low noise at ISO 100. But, at ISO 400 and above, the noise of the camera can be quite bothering. Some compact digital cameras are so small to look at, that they demand a close look from those who wish to buy them.
Most compact digital cameras come with a $200 to $500 price tag. You will find similar amazing functions and features among all brands. Most of the sensor resolutions vary from 3.0 to 8.0 mega pixels. The ultra-compact models are virtually the size of a credit card. At under an inch thick they still include incredible features as high-resolution sensors. Some of the more advanced controls include features such as multiple AF zones, manual settings and sophisticated scene modes.
It would be short sighted of me to not include the drawbacks of compact digital cameras as well as the benefits. Since sensitivity is calculated through ISO, the ISO range of a compact digital camera varies between ISO 50 and 400. SLR cameras, on the other hand, have ISO values in the range of 100 to1600. Because of this compact digital cameras are less sensitive than digital SLR cameras.
There is much advancement in compact digital cameras, as compare to the digital SLR camera. Your job is to conjure up the best one as per your needs after measuring all the pros and cons.
