Digital camera prices are plummeting. High-end digital-SLRs that used to cost around $1,000 can be found for about half that. Seven – and eight-mega pixel point-and-shoots go for less than $300. But can you get a decent camera for under $150?
Here are some budget buying tips:
- Megapixels: You want at least 4Megapixels (MP).
- LCD: Make sure it displays a nice image, even in bright sunlight, and keeps up as you pan or as subjects move.
- Memory: You’ll pay a premium for xD and memory stick over SD – memory better invested in the camera itself.
- Digital Zoom: Ignore it. It just crops your images. You’re better off doing that on your PC. Optical Zoom is good.
- Video: You want i, unless you really schlep your camcorder everywhere. Make sure the camera can record sound.
- eBay: We found lots of great deals from reputable sellers. If you buy use, get it fairly recent model.
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