Digital cameras have become a necessity for all crafters. Whether you paint, sew, scrapbook or simply make things for the home; you need a digital camera.
Digital cameras are so useful for capturing a scene, remembering a design you saw, or preserving a memory. They used to be a luxury but more and more they are becoming a necessity in crafting.
The problem is, how do I know which one to buy. Do I really need all the bells and whistles?
The answer is it really depends on how you intend to use it. You have to be a bit of a mind reader. You don't want to get a camera that is perfect for your current needs but that you are likely to outgrow in a years times.
Research is the key Look at everything. Look at the specs, even if you don't understand them. You will begin to see patterns of what is more or less powerful in different areas. When thinking about how you would use it, make sure the power is going to be in the area best suited for your craft.
For example: If I am a painter and I like to capture landscapes to paint at home. The zoom doesn't mean anything to me but getting the true intense colors will be vital.
On the other hand if I am a scrapbooker, I definitely want to be able to get the close ups.
I used to be a photographer and used the all manual cameras. I find the point and shoot cameras much easier for taking shots of children. You can miss a magic moment adjusting the lens of a camera.
Another thing you need to look at is price. There is a wide range and they can be very costly. There are some really good cameras that don't cost an arm and a leg. Don't let the prices scare you off. Just stay within your price range and get the most camera you can for the money.
The last thing to look at is brand. My philosophy when I am going to spend a large amount of money is "Go with someone you know". Don't try a brand you never heard of when making a large purchase. There are a lot of brands out there that sound similar to famous names. Don't get fooled. Famous names tend to stand behind their products and this can really help if something does go wrong.
E-mail me and let me know what you use your camera for. Together we can come up with even more ideas.
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