Most of us own a digital camera these days. If not, we think about buying one. The reason for this is very simple. A digital camera makes it very easy for us to capture and hold on to moments. In the older times, people had to take many troubles to do so. Even with the more advanced cameras, one needed a reel, which had to be developed. Many times this reel would get damaged. Also the features of the camera were very basic. However, with change of time and technology, an every-day person like you and me can own a camera with a host of features, and basic functions. So, for all those who are or very soon will be owners of digital cameras, here are five things you may not know about it.
1. Resolution is NOT that important. It is a common misconception among all that the more the megapixels are, the better the pictures will turn out. A higher resolution does allow one to print large photographs, or crop areas of the photograph to create a new piece, but such is only the case with a small part of the photographer population. If you are a casual photographer, even if you want to print your pictures, or edit them clearly on some software, five to six megapixels is enough.
2. Battery is key. There have been countless occasions with many people where their camera batteries have died at the most eminent moments. This can put a grey cloud on your day. So it is essential that you make sure that you have a well charged digital camera. It may seem like a very basic thing to do, one which doesn't need to be told specially, but believe me it is. It is always best to learn from mistakes, even if they aren't your own.
3. Zoom is important. It may seem like just another feature of your camera, but the zoom function can prove to be one of the most important. If you are smart, you will have a camera with a high level optical zoom. This allows you to capture far away shots with much ease. Imagine capturing a beautiful landscape. The zoom function in your camera allows you to take clear pictures of far-off scenes, without having to squint to look at the details!
4. Small is good. You may think you have a basic camera, and may look at the professional cameras with their big lenses and magnificent exteriors, but they have their handicaps. A small camera is best for taking with you wherever you may go. Whether it is on a long vacation, or just a night out with friends; you can always carry it with you and capture the candid moments of your life.
5. Last but not least, digital cameras break. This is another seemingly obvious fact but something that needs to be mentioned. Earlier, a camera was sturdy enough to withstand great falls. One could drop their camera from heights, and have nothing or very little happen to it. Come water or dust, an old time camera never broke down. However, the digital cameras today are not that tough. They need constant upkeep. So be careful with your camera.
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