Discussion forums online mail contains a story of an elderly woman who wanted a simple camera to take pictures of their grandchildren. When she received a digital camera for Christmas, looked puzzled for a moment and then asked, "Where did you put in the movie?" This example shows how the revolutionary technology humorous digital camera can be disconcerting for those who have trouble grasping the concept of a camera "filmless"! For nearly a century of photography enthusiasts wisely discussed issues such as 35mm film, the counters of light and F-stop, today, digital cameras have all the problems but obsolete.
Howstuffworks.com contains an article by Gurevich, Karim, and Wilson, which has greatly simplified explanation of how digital cameras. Simply explain that the CD, MP3, DVD, and all share the same technology: they become traditional wave "analog" of data into digital information, based on "bits". Thus, this radical change in technology has significantly changed – and forever – how we do things and what has made possible the digital "filmless" camera. While film cameras depends on the chemical and mechanical processes, digital cameras contain a computer that records images electronically.
In 1994, Kodak and Apple has developed and sold the first digital cameras. Today there are hundreds of models to choose from, depending on the type of images you need, the complexity with which feel comfortable, and what digital camera you can afford. For everyday use, many people prefer a "point and shoot" camera that is not complex, take good quality images that can be loaded on your computer or printed for personal use and to send to friends, and is accessible. According to a number of guides and reviews from consumers, the top ten digital cameras at price ranges for low, medium and high are the following:
1. Nikon D300 (H)
2. Canon EOS 5D (top)
3. Canon EOS 40D (H)
4. HP Photosmart M547 (low, high value)
5. FujiFilm FinePix S700 (MID)
6. GE A730 (MID)
7. Nikon D200 (H)
8. Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi (top)
9. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 (MID)
10. Canon EOS 30D (H)
The point should be that what constitutes a "great" digital camera is often in the eye of the beholder. "One person in ten" list is almost certainly different from those of another person. For example, a digital camera that is gaining momentum is the series dedicated Casio Exilim sold in average price level varies, depending on the needs digital camera photography. At the other extreme, the rates of Camera.com Pentax Optio E-10 as "the worst digital camera ever.
With all these different opinions, what is the best way to buy a digital camera that is right for you? If you want to take personal photos, choose a digital camera that has at least three megapixels. This will give you photos of good quality at a very affordable price. Remember that the higher the number of megapixels, the better the quality of its images, but the digital camera you will be more complex and more expensive. Also consider the size and shape of the camera is easy to carry in your bag or pocket? Finally, make sure the camera is equipped with at least 256-512 megabytes of space on your memory card so you do not have to buy additional memory cards. Considering all these factors into consideration will help you to enjoy capturing precious memories for years to come.

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