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Table of Contents   
Three Essential Questions
1.  Megapixels: How do you plan to share your images?
2.  Price Range: How much do you want to spend?
3.  Size: What size digital camera appeals to you?
Other Features to Consider
Memory

Optical & Digital Zoom

Computer Connectivity

LCD Monitor

Battery Life/Power

Digital Video Format/Movie Mode

TV Connections

Realistic Expectations
Summary
Summary

Digital Cameras Recommendations

About the Author

Other Resources   
Digital Cameras Glossary

Digital Cameras Wizard
Digital Camera Buyer's Guide Digital Camera Buyer's Guide (continued)
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Summary

There has never been a better time to buy a digital camera. Three years ago, an average two-megapixel digital camera cost about $800. Today, an average two-megapixel digital camera costs less than $300. If you need additional help, use our Digital Camera Wizard to find the right camera for your needs. Or, check out these recommended digital cameras for different photography skill levels.

Digital Cameras Recommendations   
  For Casual Use For Intermediate Use For Professional Use
Overview Simple features, perfect for e-mail. More advanced features, good for business or home Premium features, ideal for serious photography
Price Range Under $300 $300-$500 Over $500
Cameras Size Compact, Standard Compact, Standard Compact, Standard, Professional
Picture Quality Good quality for websites, e-mail, 4x6 and 5x7 prints (2-3 megapixels) Better quality for websites, e-mail, and 8x10 prints (3-4 megapixels) Superior quality for professional prints (4 megapixels or more)
Top Picks

1. Canon PowerShot A60

1. Olympus C4000

1. Canon PowerShot G5

2. Canon Powershot A70

2. Canon Powershot s400

2. Olympus C5050

3. Nikon CoolPix 2500

3. Canon PowerShot S45

3. Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-V1

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About The Author

Howard Creech has thirty years of photography experience. He has published almost two hundred images and his pictures have been featured in more than a dozen photography exhibits. He has used over 200 different 35mm cameras and more than 70 digital cameras. Howard has been an Epinions member since 1999 and has written more than 50 camera reviews.

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