Which Digital Camera is the Right Buy for You?

Point and Shoot Digital Cameras

Standard Point & Shoots

* Ideal for first-time buyers
* 5.0 - 9.0 megapixels
* Basic optical zoom (3x-6x)
* Typically 2.0" - 2.5" LCD monitor

Sleek & Slim Point & Shoots

* Our smallest cameras; fit easily in a pocket
* 5.0 to 10.0 megapixels
* Mid-level optical zoom (3x-7x)
* Typically 2.5" - 3.5" LCD monitor

Advanced Point & Shoots

* Ideal for outdoor and action photography
* Typically mid-to-high megapixels, 5.0 - 12.0
* Excellent picture quality when properly adjusted
* Higher optical zooms (3x to 18x)
* 1.8" - 3.0" LCD monitor

Digital SLRs

* Ideal for the serious photographer
* Traditional SLR styling
* High megapixels, 6.1 - 12.8
* Advanced features, manual controls
* Interchangeable lenses and accessories
* 1.8" - 3.5" LCD monitor

Digital Camera Packages

* Everything you need to take digital photos in one package
* Excellent image quality; low cost
* Enjoy package savings for the camera, memory card and other accessories

DSLRs: What Digital Camera to Buy

You want professional results with the ability to take full control. You're ready for a digital SLR that gives you advanced options like higher optical zoom and creative effects with manual capabilities. The types of shots you can get are endless with a variety of interchangeable lenses. Make sure to get a large memory card and the right type of flash, too. Output amazing prints larger than 8" x 10" with sharp detail.

Sleek and Stylish: What Digital Camera to Buy

Impress the rest with a sleek and stylish digital camera that slips easily into your pocket, yet takes amazing digital images. These cameras offer the megapixels and bright LCDs you desire for easy use. And be sure to pick up a large memory card to store your pics. Take digital photos with a trendsetting camera that has innovative features and technology that looks cool.

Take Action Shots: What Digital Camera to Buy

Take detailed, sharp photos of all the action with a digital camera that boasts features like long optical zoom, more megapixels, image stabilization and the rapid shooting ability you need to make it happen. Great for outdoor photos, too.

Find More Features: What Digital Camera to Buy

Print bigger, crop tighter and take better photos with more features. The camera selection below gives you the features for higher quality prints - like more megapixels, higher optical zoom, a larger LCD and long battery life. Step up to a better performer in the digital camera arena and see the difference.

Get Started: What Digital Camera to Buy

You want a digital camera and you want one that's affordable and easy to use. So you probably want a compact size that can take shots good enough to print in small size (4" x 6") or e-mail to family and friends. Our "Get Started" lineup of digital cameras puts you into digital photography easily and affordably.

Buy Your Digital Camera: Under $500

Just starting out with digital photos or have you mastered megapixels? Whatever your level of knowledge and skill, choose a lifestyle below that suits your digital camera savvy and get the camera that's right for you.

Many cameras in this group give you the best of both worlds--great features for creative control at a reasonable price. Nikon's Coolpix 4300 is one example: It captured the best photos we've seen to date, and it's affordable at $450. Other models in this category, such as Canon's new PowerShot S400 Digital Elph, are very compact and easy to use.