Monday, November 19, 2007

Digital Cameras: Not much new, except bargains

Pro-like model boasts amateur-like price

Even with more models marketed than ever before, it's not a banner year for new, innovative consumer-oriented digital cameras. Although new features are offered, resulting in many above average models, some of the best bargains include older models at reduced prices.

Each week it seems a new model, or model update, hits the market. Here are trends you will see.

� Small is in. The overall size of point-and-shoot digital cameras continues to get smaller.

� Reviewing an image is easier. Rear (LCD) screens are larger, showing more detail.

� Video shooting options continue to improve. This includes sound, which shows the most improvement.

Digital SLR cameras continue to drop in price. For those who like the performance and don't mind the larger size, this can be a good option.

What's never mentioned? Megapixels have maxed out. You simply don't need more than 7-8 megapixels unless you're planning on making prints larger than 20 inches.

Here are the top models depending on your budget and experience.


PETER WEINBERGER
pweinberger@charlotteobserver.com


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