When you are looking for the right digital camera, there is a single thing you should bear in mind. The digital camera you buy should conform to your desires and not simply be the "best of the best". There is a tiny fraction of cameras (unless you intend to spend a lot of money on it) that are clearly superior to every other camera.

The vast majority of digital cameras are going to have some issues in various specifications, regardless of the model. For example, some of the more famous cameras might not have the greatest resolution for its type, but this should not be the ultimate factor in your decision. The camera models that claim the best affordability in addition to taking high quality pictures are very unlikely to do well in the other departments.

The buyer, such as yourself, will ultimately have to find a balance between such compromises, since no digital camera is perfect in every department. In other words, the most desired camera should be well balanced among resolution, affordability, design and performance.

Perhaps your best guide to finding the digital camera that is right for your individual need and lifestyle is to try the camera before you hand over the cash. Always make sure that your camera is a lifestyle choice, rather than a piece of equipment that is going to impress your circle of friends.

Inform yourself well before making a decision and experiment with different cameras from various manufacturers. Ascertain that the camera is not too clunky as this will be a factor if you intend to travel around a lot. Also, ensure that the camera is durable enough to withstand bumps and knocks to conform with the lifestyle choice.

Buying these cameras are also beneficial as modern-day smartphones are often not good enough to be able to meet your image quality criteria.

There are various classes of cameras that you should consider. One of these classes is the point and shoot digital camera, which is suitable for everyday outdoor activities and is very convenient. The next class of cameras is the compact zoom camera, which allows the cameraman (or camerawoman) to shoot further away than the point and shoot types.

The third type of digital cameras is the complete "megazoom" digital camera. These cameras can shoot at a huge distance away with minimal reduction in image quality.

There is also the full sized DSLR cameras as well, but that is another topic for another time. The sheer number digital cameras available at your disposal, as well as lens options, will easily allow you to take virtually perfect shots anywhere and anytime.