What are the basic features I should consider when picking a digital camera?
Resolution: Probably the most important feature to consider in your camera purchase. Resolution is represented in two ways; either as pixels in millions (megapixels), or as the number of pixels displayed as Width x Height, as in 1600 x 1200 pixels. If you’re only a casual photographer, and you just want to take some occasional pictures to print out in small sizes, load up to the web, or email to friends or family, then a lower resolution (around 1152 x 864, or 1 megapixel) will probably fulfill your needs. If you plan on making photos of different sizes, or want to get a little creative with close-ups or color, you’ll want to work with a more mid-range resolution, somewhere between 1152 x 864 (1 megapixel) and 1600 x 1200 (2.1 megapixels). If you’re very serious about your photography, look for a model with 3 megapixels or more (at or above 2048 x 1536). Memory: Most cameras come with a relatively small amount, but you can purchase additional cards to give you more memory and, therefor
