Slim Cameras vs. DSLR
Tuesday, 11. May 2010
Digital cameras have become more and more popular since their first appearance in 1988 and through the 1990s, the popularity and quality of small point-and-shoot 35mm cameras pretty well drove the film SLR camera out of multitude minds.
When thinking about in buying a Slim Digital Camera
The small cameras were pocket-sized, easy to use, and produced delighting pictures but certain characteristics are priceless for the demanding photographer like large optical zoom with full control and interchangeable lenses.
Point-and-shoot cameras commonly are automatic and adapt depending on the environment and lighting and also let you manually modify the focus , preset settings such as exterior, interior, sun, etc.
Good quality digital cameras that used to cost $500 are now available for between $200 and $300. Digital SLRs that used to cost over $2,000 without a regular lens are now available between $700 and $1,000, complete with lens and in some cases with the basic accesories.
So the question is, with such quality and variety now within your economic means, which is for you? An SLR with interchangeable lenses and a big sensor, or a highly-capable pocket-size that carries a lot of functionality into a more compact package? The answer depends on several elements, and you need to know a few basics about both All-in-one digicams and digital SLRs before you can select what you really need. The separate classes do exist for a reason, as we’ll see.
Here, some important comparison facts regarding the advantages and disadvantages pocket sized and DSLR Camera
DSLR Camera
* Best option when speed of capture is crucial and in low light situations.
* Lower image noise at higher ISOs due to larger Sensors gather more light.
* Faster Autofocus
* Interchangeable lenses offer variety of sizes for special needs.
* Full zoom control (non motorized) and noiseless.
* RAW image mode for excellent image control.
* Longer product life comparing to compact cameras: A point and shot camera become discontinued appr. in a year after is was brought in the market. A DSLR Camera
* Some brands like Canon
Digital SLRs Disadvantages:
* No live preview on most models available on the market today but some models like: Canon Rebel XSi (450D), 40D, Nikon D300, Olympus E-410, E-510, E-3, Pentax K20D and Sony DSLR-A300, DSLR-A350
* More prone to dust on sensor due to frequent lens changing.
* Viewfinder coverage is limited to about 95%
* In general, larger than equivalent Slim Digital Camera
* Accessories are costlier than the pocket size cameras equivalents.
All-in-one Digicams Advantages
* Movie (video) recording mode mode usually standard.
* Live LCD display for framing is convenient, offering full-frame view, AND exposure preview on some models.
* Longer zooms than would normally be cost-effective on a digital SLR, sometimes with optical image stabilization.
* More power in a small package.
* Inherent versatility.
* Accessories are less expensive than digital SLR equivalent but not same quality.
* Less dust is likely to get to sensor due to closed design.
* Creative exposure modes offer characteristics not available on digital SLRs.
* If you need movie recording, the only way to go. Lots of potentiality in a small package.
All-in-one Digicams Disadvantages
* Slower autofocus.
* Slower, less precise zoom since it is motorized.
* Lower ISOs with more noise.
* Often longer shutter lag which is a problem when you have to take many pictures in a short period of time.
* Accessories often are model specific model which is not a good investment in the future.
The best news I can tell you is that all digital cameras of every sort are becoming better and better regardless of class, and the prices continue to go down and quality improve, so it won’t take much time before you have a outstanding digital camera for photographic scenario.
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