How to choose when buying digital cameras

There are various types of digital SLR cameras available. Some individuals may want a small digital camera that is easy to carry, while others may prefer a digital camera with a range of different sized lenses. For this reason, Nashua Electronics stocks a variety of cameras from which to choose. Below is a brief list of the types of digital SLR cameras available from Nashua Electronics:

·         Interchangeable lens digital cameras

This type of digital camera includes products such as the Nikon Digital SLR Camera D80 and allow the photographer to switch between a series of different sized lenses depending on the environment or specific photographic needs. These lenses may range from wide-angle to telephoto and are ideal for the professional photographer or the individual who wants to take up photography as a career.

·         Fixed lens digital cameras

As the name suggests, these digital cameras come with a fixed lens that cannot be removed. Fixed lens digital cameras use translucent mirrors to deviate light from the lens to the viewfinder for optimum picture display on the digital cameras’ LCD screens. If you’re looking for a simple, hassle-free digital camera that is easy to transport then this is the one to buy.

·         SLR-style digital cameras

Many digital cameras on the market use an electronic viewfinder (an LCD display) and doesn’t have a pentaprism like digital SLR cameras. These SLR-style cameras produce similar quality photos as digital SLR cameras but do not utilise the same technology. Instead, on SLR-style cameras photographers can use the LCD display directly to focus the subject when taking photos instead of the corrected image produced on the viewfinder by deviated light from the pentaprism and mirror in digital SLR cameras. SLR-style digital cameras also offer superb zoom capabilities and are the ideal alternative if your budget doesn’t allow you to buy digital cameras with single lens reflex capabilities.

Owning digital SLR cameras gives you the freedom to be creative with your photos and produce flawless, high-quality photographs. Below are a few tips on how to take professional photos:

1.     Direct your subject: Take some time before taking the picture to direct your subject or subjects by rearranging poses or making use of props in the photograph. With a little organising and directing, you’ll be able to see a striking difference in the quality of your photographs.

2.     Hold the focus point: Most digital SLR cameras have an automatic focus function that locks onto your subject when you take a shot in order to ensure crystal clear pictures. An easy way to avoid taking blurry photos (if your digital camera does not have an auto-focus feature) is by holding the shutter button down for a brief second while keeping your subject in focus. This framing technique allows your digital camera to lock your subject in place to produce picture-perfect still images.

3.     Be creative: Photography is all about being creative. Try something different with your digital camera and move your subject to the far left or far right of the frame, instead of mid-centre. Then watch as your photograph transforms into looking like a professional magazine cover.

4.     Know when to use the flash: Contrary to popular belief, it is advisable to turn on the flash of your digital camera when taking photos outdoors. The light from the flash illuminates faces and spots hidden in shadow to create crystal-clear pictures. 

5.     Enhance small subjects: A general rule of photography is to hold your digital SLR camera at the same height as your subject’s eye-line, which means that you may need to get down on your knees when photographing children or small animals. This technique enhances the subject of your photograph and makes them appear life-like in still pictures.

Nashua Electronics is a major retailer in consumer electronics, offering a range of top brands that includes LG, Samsung, Sony and Panasonic. Consumers are able buy digital cameras from Nashua at competitive prices via our online store. View our assortment of impressive digital cameras to find the one that you like best. Alternately, view our collection of buyers’ guides for advice on how to buy digital cameras online.