Digital Camera

A digital camera is an electronic device used to capture images and videos. Unlike traditional film cameras, digital cameras use electronic sensors to capture light and convert it into digital data, which can be stored on memory cards. They come in various types, including:

1. Point-and-Shoot Cameras: Compact and user-friendly, these cameras are designed for general photography. They typically offer automatic settings and are ideal for casual users.
2. DSLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex) Cameras: These cameras provide higher image quality and versatility, especially for professional photographers. They use mirrors to reflect light through a lens and viewfinder.
3. Mirrorless Cameras: Similar to DSLRs in terms of image quality, but without a mirror mechanism. This makes them more compact and lightweight than DSLRs, while still allowing interchangeable lenses.
4. Action Cameras: Compact and durable, action cameras are designed to capture high-quality images and videos in extreme environments or while on the move. They are popular for sports and adventure photography.
5. Bridge Cameras: These are a hybrid between point-and-shoot and DSLRs. They offer better zoom capabilities and manual settings than typical point-and-shoot cameras but don’t have interchangeable lenses.

Digital cameras offer numerous features such as autofocus, built-in flash, video recording, image stabilization, Wi-Fi connectivity, and advanced editing options. Many models also have sensors with varying resolutions, measured in megapixels (MP), with higher megapixels generally leading to more detailed images. However, factors such as lens quality, sensor size, and processing power also play important roles in determining image quality.