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Camera Expenses

Digital cameras and film cameras are approximately the same initial cost when comparing camera functions and the final product quality.  In short you get what you pay for.  If you need a simple "Point and Shoot" camera to take Snap Shot type pictures you can do this with Kodak throw away 35mm camera, or a Nikon KoolPix digital point and shoot camera.  Both will give you reasonably good photos in small print sizes.

On the other hand if you want the finest quality picture and the ability to improve your photographic skills while learning photo techniques you will need a more Versatile camera set-up.  Both film and digital cameras are available with a very wide range of user options and pricing options.
The end result of your pictures will be determined by your initial investment in the camera type and range of options for capturing that special photographic moment that may come only once in a lifetime.

Both film and digital cameras have a range of user settings accessible from the outer body of the camera.  Some of the more popular user settings are Scenic (Landscape), Portrait (Close in subject like human portraiture), Macro (Close-up flower or bug), Sports (live action Football, Baseball, Basketball).   Full Auto, Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, and Full Manual.

Most of these cameras come with a built-in Flash unit that is completely controlled by the camera.


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