Digital Camera Buying Tips: Point and Shoot vs. DSLR

By David Elrich
August 27th, 2009

Be happy if you’re gearing up to buy a new digital camera – as of press time, there are over 300-plus different options from which to choose! But within the huge crop of available models you’ll find units in all shapes, sizes and colors, with prices ranging anywhere from $79 on up to a whopping $7,999. Need help narrowing down the selection? Not to worry, as here, we’ll help you make a critical first decision—whether to buy a point-and-shoot digital camera or a digital single lens reflex (DSLR) unit instead. The good news: Everything falls more easily into place once this key question is answered.

First though, a quick definition and some broad strokes you’ll need to be aware of before diving into the world of digital photography. To make a long story short, digital single lens reflex cameras let you see your subject ...

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