When it comes to selecting a camera, there are only 2 types. Are you looking for the latest trends or are you looking for something more familiar and traditional. Your 2 choices are purchasing the high technology based digital SLR or the more traditional manual camera.

If you’re confused about which of the 2 to buy, I am going to provide you with a few tips to help you get started on the path to selecting the best camera for your needs. What you first need to decide is, are you looking for a day to day camera for taking pictures for special occasions in life? Are you looking for something to take with you on vacation or are you seriously considering making photography a long time endeavor?

If you decide that this is a serious long term endeavor, than a DLSR would be you best option. DSLR stands for-Digital Single Lens Reflex camera. If you’re wondering what is the difference between a DSLR and a manual camera, read below to find out.

A DSLR allows you to adjust the camera’s shutter speed and aperture. You have to have patience when taking photos with a DSLR. It can be somewhat of a tedious task to take shots with this camera but the end results are very rewarding. You’ll get the photos that you really want when using a DSLR. With a traditional manual camera, you just point the camera and shoot it. The pictures are as is. You may or may not want pictures like this.

Camera Reviews-
Read popular camera magazines and online reviews to find out more about a specific brand of DSLR camera. I suggest you get familiar with the most current and up to date cameras on the market. Doing so will help you get a clearer idea of what your needs are. This will help you save time and money. In doing your research you learn about depth of field, doing close-ups and flash systems.

The Price Is Right-
The price of DSLR cameras very. The less expensive are manual and offer automatic aperture settings and the high end cameras offer the features of the lower end cameras plus many additional features.
The high end models can be programed, have flash measure abilities and have many more shutter speed read outs.

How Do You Decide-
If you’re in your local camera shop and you see a few cameras that you like, pick them up. Get a feel for them, look through the view finder and look at the camera focus. Do you feel comfortable with the camera? Are you intimidated by the camera controls? Do you feel comfortable with the price?

If you take my 3 tips into consideration when selecting your camera, you’ll find your shopping experience to be more efficient and time saving. As suggested earlier, read a few camera publications and learn more tips about how to select a good camera that meets your requirements.

About The Author

Keith S. Black has many different photography methods. He is a successful photographer and makes a full time living as a photographer. To find out about one of the best cameras to use for your photography you can visit: http://reviewdslrcameras.com/nikon-reviews/ to read one of Keith’s Nikon Reviews and get more information.

Canon

Point & Shoot, 10 megapixel, Optical Viewfinder, Compact Sensor, 5 x optical zoom, CCD Multimedia Card, Standard SD, SDHC, SDXC, Built-in Flash, 12.4 ounce, ISO 3200

The Canon G12 is an exciting camera for new beginners and advanced beginners. The G12 Digital Camera integrates powerful technologies.. It has a 2.8-inch variable-angle PureColor system LCD, and RAW + JPEG image modes. Raw files are so named because they are not yet processed and therefore are not ready to be printed or edited with a image editor. Normally, the image is processed by a raw converter where precise adjustments can be made before conversion to a file format such as TIFF or JPEG for storage, printing, or further manipulation. This camera is an introduction to the more advanced needs of amateur photographers. It has 720p HD video with stereo for crystal clear sound, multiple aspect ratios, high dynamic range, electronic level, and tracking autofocus. This camera gives you more creative control than ever before!

Features:

* 10.0-megapixel sensor and the DIGIC 4 Image Processor combine to create Canon’s improved low light performance.
* Shoot 720 pixel HD video in stereo sound; with HDMI output.
* 10 megapixel, 1/1.7-inch type Charge Coupled Device (CCD); 5x optical, 4x digital, 20x combined zoom.
* 11 shooting modes; 19 scene modes; Self-timer.
* Canon’s Hybrid Image Stabilizer compensates for camera shake during close-up shooting.
* Built-in flash.
* Optical Image Stabilizer system; DIGIC 4 Image Processor.
* Capture images and video to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card, Multimedia Card, MMC Plus Card, HC MMC Plus Card.
* 5x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer; 28mm wide-angle lens.
* 2.8 inch color LCD (Variable-angle with wide-angle view); Built-in flash; 720p HD video in stereo sound.
* USB 2.0 Hi-Speed; SD/SDHC memory card slot.
* Zoom lens.
* Exposure Control.

The Canon G12 Digital Camera creates great images and 720 pixel HD video. This camera is way ahead of competitors in its class. It offers an optical viewfinder and point-and-shoot technology. The Canon really stands out; it is great for beginners, but offers enough features and quality to keep more advanced beginners satisfied.

If you want to control the camera’s options manually, you have that option with the Canon PowerShot G12. Simply use the new front and back control dials, you will find these dials.

With 5x optical image stabilizing zoom, you have the ability to get close up to the action. The camera has a 10.0 megapixel sensor, coupled with the DIGIC 4 Image Processor. This makes the Canon PowerShot G12 much more sensitive than other cameras with the same megapixel count. Camera shaking can really mess up an image. This camera reduces the camera shake to give you pictures that are amazingly clear and sharp.

As an Advanced beginner, if you want to get SLR quality from a compact camera, than you’ll love this camera., It offers powerful features like the 2.8-inch Variable-Angle PureColor System LCD and 720 pixel HD Video. You will be able to create crisp, sharp images. It has stereo sound, multiple aspect ratios, Electronic level, high dynamic range, a front dial and tracking Auto Focus. With all these features, you’ll be amazed at the quality of images you can create.

- 18 mp Resolution
- 3.00x Zoom 18-55mm Kit Lens
- 3in Optical/LCD Viewfinder
- ISO 100-12800
- 30-1/4000 Shutter Speed
- 3.5 Max Aperture
- Dimensions are 5.2 x 3.9 x 3.1 in
- Weight is 20.6 oz including the battery.

The Canon Rebel T3i Digital Single Lens Reflex camera is an entry-level camera, but definitely on the high end of that spectrum. This camera was announced in February 2011. Don’t lose those opportunities to capture memories in print. This is a great camera for beginners. It is easy to use, easy to understand and creates professional looking images. The HD Movie mode makes extremely sharp, crisp and professional looking movies.

Features:

* DIGIC 4 Image Processor with ISO 100 to 6400 for high image quality and speed. Expandable to 12800 (ISO is International standards organization) One of the main features of the DIGIC 4 cameras is a function to detect and track faces.

* ISO 100 – 6400 for shooting from bright to dim light

* Improved Full HD Movie mode with manual exposure control, expanded recording with new Movie Digital zoom

* 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor (3:2) for shooting at high or low angles and 1,040,000-dot VGA with reflection reduction. (VGA is Video Graphics Adapter)

* New Scene Intelligent Auto mode and Picture Style Auto incorporating the new EOS Scene Detection System

* Built-in flash

* Full HD movie mode at 1920 x 1080 resolution with manual control and selectable frame rates.

* ISO 100 – 6400 for shooting from bright to dim light. (Sensitivity to light – normal is 100. When you increase your sensitivity, the output of your sensor is increased and less light is needed to take a great picture.)

* And Video Snapshot features for enhanced video shooting options.

The Canon Rebel T3i has a 3in tilt and swivel 1,040k dot LCD monitor screen that allows you to compose and shoot or film at unusual angles. It also features multiple aspect ratios when shooting in Live View. (The aspect ratio of an image is the ratio of the width of the image to its height, expressed as two numbers separated by a colon). It has creative filters which are employed during playback. It also offers manual control over audio recording levels in movies. The T3i also offers wireless flash control. Some new features are the T3i’s Movie mode which offers Digital Zoom and Video Snapshot capabilities. Auto shooting mode now employs scene detection. There’s also a new Mark II version of the EF-S 18-55mm kit lens. It has high resolution still images and Full HD video with external microphone jacks. It is possible to remotely control flashguns using its internal flash, a feature previously only featured on higher-end models.

This camera will give you years of enjoyment and will make all your photographic endeavors easier and give you more professional results. If you’re looking for a camera on the upper end of beginner models, this is the camera for you.