Digital Camera Comparison Beth Placko & Abby Nafziger

Education and Expression Student Photography: Education and Expression Photos by Brande Jackson via Flickr

Optical Zoom vs. Digital Zoom Read the fine print:   A camera that has 10x total zoom, may actually only have 4x optical zoom, with 6x digital zoom being counted towards the 10x.

Aperture   the optical system within a camera lens that determines the depth of field

Aperture: f/13 Aperture: f/2.2

Shutter Speed 0.001 sec (1/800) 1.3 sec (13/10)   the length of time the camera lens is open 0.001 sec (1/800) 1.3 sec (13/10)

PIX pictureELelement more PIXELS = more like original image    pixel is the smallest item of information in an image more PIXELS = more like original image

1) 2) as a pair of numbers in one single number   1) in one single number 3 megapixels (3,000,000 pixels) 2)  as a pair of numbers 640  x 480 (pixels side to side) X (pixels top to bottom)

RESOLUTION? density of pixels in an image change the size of the image, resolution changes

MEMORY Memory Stick Duo SD Card-secure digital how much do I need? most common easy to find cheap versatile MEMORY how much do I need?   Sony proprietary stick file transfer is easy file transfer is slow Memory Stick Duo

Canon Powershot SD880 The Good high quality photos Good interface Image stabilization The Bad Mode dial spins too easily Noticeable fringing A bit expensive   Specifications 10 Megapixels 4x Optical zoom Aperture shutter speed Special Features Extra wide-angle lens Takes video

Sony Cybershot DSC-W290 The Good easy to navigate menus well designed buttons ultra-compact  The Bad minor issue with battery latch  surface of camera attracts smudges lower photo quality   Specifications 12.1 Megapixels Optical zoom Aperture shutter speed Special Features smile recognition software multiple scene settings for photos

Canon Powershot SD880 Sony Cybershot New $350-$380 Refurbished $220

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