By: David H.
Submitted: 2009-08-21 10:17:39 | Word Count: 607
Digital cameras can be as cheap as $50. It can do the basic functions of taking photos at good resolutions. Here are some examples.
Digital Camera is very useful in our lives today. It captures exciting and memorable memories that we have experienced in our everyday lives. But most of these digital cameras are quite expensive because of the additional features that make it more high tech.
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Cheap digital cameras are offered as good alternatives to those who merely want the basic functions of taking pictures and fairly good resolutions. They are not keen on these extra features that just shot up the prices of the gadgets. The important thing is that the pictures come out nicely even though it is stripped of features like macro and zoom.
Others will buy it as a secondary camera which they may bring to locations where their expensive cameras are bulky. For example, cheap cameras may be brought to excursions. It is handier to carry it especially when you are lugging other big bags with you.
These cheap digital cameras come in different sizes. Most are compact and portable, and easily fit your hands. It is easy to manipulate with simple buttons and icons. Here are some types of cheap digital cameras:
Mini Digital Cameras:
Innovage Outdoor Sports Mini Digital Camera is just like the size of a key chain. It is so small that it weighs very light and is easy to carry. It is a 3 in 1 camera capable to do two things. First, it can act as a webcam. You can attach it to the computer and the device may used as a means for other people to view you. The webcam may allow you also to take pictures and upload directly to the computer. And secondly, of course, it could take still photos and videos. It operates on just one AAA battery.
This camera can be bought in complete set including a carrying case, software CD and a USB cable. It works better outdoors in broad daylight. The only drawback is that it cannot provide high resolution pictures. The output might not be good if printed, but it is okay for uploading purposes in the internet. The memory is just 16MB, and the maximum picture that it can have is only up to 246 photos.
The Aiptek PCM13 PenCam is another mini digital camera that easily fits your palm. You can also hang this camera easily in your necklace because it is very light. This can also act as a webcam plus take photos and videos.
The resolution is 1.3 megapixels. The photo quality is not for printing but is enough for emailing purposes. It needs two AAA batteries to work. Its accessories are included upon purchase include lanyard, USB cable, batteries, computer software, and computer mount.
The Intova 1.3MP Snap Sights camera is waterproof yet inexpensive. You could use it to take pictures under water without damaging the device. You do not have to worry about it getting wet by the pool or in the beach. This can be the best camera for you when you do your kayaking and canoe trips. This is just for internet quality images. This is a perfect camera for a teenager’s trip because it is not expensive so you do not have to worry about losing it.
There are two cheap Argus cameras priced at only 50 US dollars. One is the QuickClix 3185 and the other is QuickClix 2185. The first one has a 3.2 MP resolution while the second one has 2 MP resolutions. QuickClix 3185 uses only one AAA battery while the QuickClix 2185 uses three AAA batteries. Both have a viewing screen and view finder.
