Memory cards and megapixels and optical zooms, oh my! There is so much that goes into buying a digital camera. Wrestle all the details under control with the Digital Camera Buying Guide, which takes you step by step through the process of choosing, buying and using your digital camera.
Step 1: understand the cameras
- Brush up on the lingo with the Digital Camera Glossary
- Determine whether you even WANT a digital camera by asking yourself Are You Ready to Go Digital?
- If you already have a digital camera, figure out if you even NEED a new one by asking yourself: Is It Time for an Upgrade?
- Go to school. Get a crash course by signing up for my free e-mail class, How to Buy a Digital Camera.
Step 2: narrow your options
- Don't waste money on a camera that is more powerful than you need. Find out about Deciding How Many Megapixels You Need.
- Be sure you understand what kind of zoom you need by learning about Optical Zoom vs. Digital Zoom
- Be sure you figure out which features matter most by learning How to Select the Right Digital Camera for You.
- Start hitting the stores just to get a basic idea of which cameras you can afford and which you enjoy handling. Be sure you bring a few copies of the Digital Camera Shopping Checklist
Step 3: buy your camera
- Now that you know what cameras are out there, start narrowing down your choices. Check out some Digital Camera Reviews.
- Get some specialized advice on which camera to buy with my Top Picks, which includes the best cameras for teens, sports nuts, beginners and more.
- Now, get shopping! Fish around for the best deals first with a list of Where to Buy Your Digital Camera.
Step 4: take your camera home
- Be sure you follow the proper steps to Get Your Digital Camera Warranty Honored.
- Learn how to take some great shots by reading one of the Top Books on Beginning Digital Photography
- Be sure you don't irritate your friends and family. Learn How to E-mail Digital Images the Right Way.
- Go back to school! Take my free course, How to Use Your New Digital Camera
Are you buying a digital camera as a gift? Be sure to check out the Digital Camera Gift Guide.
