What camera quality do you look for when shopping for a camera?

Question by dfasdfs: What camera quality do you look for when shopping for a camera?
I'm going to college pretty soon and I'm trying to buy my own camera, but the thing is I don't know what to look for in a digital camera. I'll be using the camera for taking pictures on special occasions (day and night) and on casual days as well. I'm looking for something that takes really good pictures, but nothing too expensive!


Best answer:

Answer by Elvis
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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