Buy Cameras

Before You Buy a Digital Camera

Executive Summary about Buy Cameras by. Michael Carr
It can be difficult to buy a digital camera, especially if this is the first time you've purchased digital. Find out all the basics, learn the terminology, and find out which features are crucial for a new camera.

Know the Basics. Before you buy your digital camera, be sure you know the lingo. You also want to be certain digital is the way you want to go. If this is your first digital camera, you may or may not be ready to make the leap.

Know the Important Features. You don't to buy a camera for great close-ups, then get home and realize the zoom is awful. You don't want to buy a camera to make nice 8x10 prints, and realize even small prints have a horrible quality. Be sure you know which features are important to you.

Know the Cameras. There is an almost endless selection of digital cameras in stores. It is important to choose the right camera for your purposes. There is no point dropping $1,000 if all you need is 4x6 prints, for instance.

Know Who You Are Buying it For. If your camera purchase will be a gift, be sure you know which cameras are perfect for the recipient. Teens like cameras that are cool and funky, for instance, while moms are usually most interested in cameras that will take good family photos and allow for easy image sharing.

Know Where to Get the Best Deal. Even if you've chosen your camera, it is still important to shop around for the best deal. Sometimes that's at your local discount store, and sometimes eBay is the best choice. Other times, the manufacturers themselves have the units on sale. Check around before you write that check.

Know What to Do When You Get the Camera Home. You have that great new camera! Now what? Learn about the basics of operating that new camera, how to share your images with family and friends, and what to do if the camera stops working properly.

How to Buy Camera Parts

Executive Summary about Buy Cameras by. D. Porter

Step 1. Visit the camera manufacturer's website to determine which camera parts are recommended for your model as well as to obtain their contact information.

Step 2. Contact a local camera repair shop if your camera needs servicing from a professional or if you need assistance in ascertaining which camera parts to buy.

Step 3. Find some of the best deals on new digital camera parts with comparison shopping search engines, using more than one to obtain the best results.

Step 4. Explore online auctions as a resource to buy camera parts for both vintage cameras and newer models. When shopping for hard to find vintage parts make note of the vendors who specialize in your brand and model for future reference.

Step 5. Visit camera and photography forums such as Dpreview for additional advice on where to buy specific camera parts, accessories and lenses.

Step 6. Consider Craigslist or pawn shops for pre-owned camera parts and accessories.

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