Considering A New Camera?
So far we have been looking at how to use your camera, and most of you may have a point-and-shoot camera. These are great cameras, particularly given the advancements in technology today. Many functions previously unavailable on compact cameras are now there, giving you more options to get great photographs.
But perhaps you are thinking about making a change, an upgrade to a camera with more flexibility than your current camera. Here are some questions to answer when considering a new camera:
- Do you have the desire and time to learn something new?
- Do you want a camera that gives you the ability to:
- Choose your depth of field?
- Choose Advanced modes like Portrait, Landscape and so on?
- Choose Aperture Priority/AV mode?
- Choose Shutter Priority/S/Tv mode?
- Does your present camera give you these choices?
- What size prints do you want to make?
- Do you want higher quality, larger image files?
- Would you like to use a program like PhotoShop CS4
to correct and/or improve you images? - Would you like to be able to use interchangeable lenses?
- How much can you afford to spend?
- Are you willing to carry a lot of additional equipment when going on a shoot?
Putting some thought into answering these questions can help you decide whether upgrading from your present camera makes sense for you. And keep in mind there are lots of choices ranging from Digital SLR cameras for a few hundred dollars to high end cameras costing thousands of dollars.
The amount you pay for a camera does not necessarily mean that the camera will take better photographs; remember, the single most important element in producing great photographs is – you, the photographer!
If you have to choose between taking a course in digital photography like 123di, or purchasing a new camera like the Canon EOS Digital Rebel XS
I recommend taking the course first. Your camera is a tool to use but the artistry, the ability to see and create great images, comes from the photographer – you!
Remember, keep taking lots and lots of photographs of your kids. You will be glad you did!
Betty Muscott, Child Photographer
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