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Type of Cameras

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Digital SLR Cameras

Digital SLR Cameras (DSLR) give free reign over the camera’s settings which allows for a more customized look in your photographs. The photos are higher resolution due to the sensor size, and with controlled settings, you can create a beautiful bokeh background effect. These cameras also have interchangeable lenses to add different effects to your photos. 

 

There are two types of DSLR’s, a full-frame which has a 36x24mm sensor and produces better image quality and low light capabilities, and the more cost effective type which is a crop sensor or APS-c which has a smaller sensor size, but is also lower in cost. Both options are great depending on what you are looking for.

 

This camera is suitable for almost every kind of photography and is perfect for photographers, videographers, and content creators that prefer to have full control of the camera, interchangeable lens options, and beautiful image quality. It is a bit of a learning curve, but that is why you are here!

Pros: 

  • Fully customizable settings

  • Large sensors for cleaner images

  • Optical viewfinder

  • High-resolution photo output

  • Full HD to UHD video output

  • Wide variety of camera body and lens choices

Cons:

  • Bigger and bulkier

  • Higher cost

  • Requires ample know-how

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Compact Digital / Point and Shoot Cameras

As the name describes, you just point and shoot this camera using the shutter button. It is easy for anyone to use and does all of the hard work by automatically adjusting settings to have well-exposed photos. 

 

This camera is light and small and does not require any other accessories such as film or lenses. It is also pretty durable and will travel well due to its size.

 

This camera is for anyone who wants to take higher resolution photos than a smartphone, without having to worry too much about the technical side. That being said, keeping composition and lighting in mind will help improve these photos without having to adjust the camera settings. 

Pros:

  • Very user-friendly

  • Light and compact

  • No need for film or extra lenses

  • Full auto mode

  • More affordable

Cons: 

  • Usually can’t customize shutter speed and aperture

  • Limited aperture and zoom range

  • Noisier photos due to small sensor

  • Lower resolution

  • Slower focus

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Mirrorless Cameras

Mirrorless cameras are newer to the market. They are similar to the DSLR’s, however, they do not have the internal mirror that reflects light into the sensor, which allows for a more compact design. It also comes with the interchangeable lens option and allows for full control over the camera settings. 

 

The mirrorless camera is pretty similar to the DSLR, it has the full-frame and crop sensor options. However, the video quality on mirrorless cameras is far superior to the DSLR camera, so if you are more into video, stick to these ones! 

 

This camera type is great for photographers, videographers, and content creators that want to be involved in the newest market trends, and who prefer a smaller and lighter build.

 

Pros:

  • Electronic viewfinder

  • Smaller and lighter

  • Simpler operation and controls

  • Faster and better for video

  • Higher video quality 

  • Shoots more images at faster shutter speeds

Cons:

  • Shorter battery life

  • Slower autofocus

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Bridge Cameras

A bridge camera is between a point-and-shoot camera, and an interchangeable lens camera (ILC). It allows for the user to adjust some settings manually and has a large zoom range. The image sensor is typically smaller than in an ILC camera, but is larger than those found in a point-and-shoot camera.

 

This camera is larger than a point-and-shoot so it is not as convenient when travelling, however, it doesn’t have the many lenses that come with an ILC camera which dramatically reduces the space needed to bring it along.

 

This camera type is typically for travel photographers, content creators, or hobbyists, who want better images taken without having to carry around the many accessories that come with an ILC camera and that have upgraded from the point and shoot camera. 

Pros:

  • A single camera and lens for most focal length needs

  • Superior image quality to most point and shoot cameras

  • Budget friendly when compared to and ILC and multiple lenses

  • A good balance between portability and versatility

Cons:

  • Single lens may not be ideal for specialized needs such as ultra-wide angle or extreme shallow depth of field portrait photography

  • Usually more expensive than simple point and shoots

  • Most are still not “pocketable”

  • Slower operational speed than ILC

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