The document discusses different types of still cameras. It identifies cameras as compact consumer cameras, compact prosumer cameras, prosumer DSLRs, and professional DSLRs. Compact consumer cameras are small, lightweight, inexpensive, and have fixed lenses but lack manual controls and produce lower quality images. Compact prosumer cameras have some manual controls and interchangeable lenses but also have limitations in quality and controls. Prosumer DSLRs have more professional features like interchangeable lenses and full manual controls but have limitations in image quality and options. Professional DSLRs provide fully professional features, interchangeable lens systems, and high quality images but at greater cost, size and weight. The document provides examples and features of each type to

1. TYPES OF STILL CAMERAS
SAQIB WANI
Assistant Professor
Department of Convergent Journalism
School of Media Studies
Central University of Kashmir
Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, 190015

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3. Note
Technology and Blurring lines of camera types

4. OverlappingMeanings
Film
Consumer
Digital
Prosumer
Professional
Fixed Lens
Interchangeable Lens
Inbuilt/Smartphone Camera
Inbuilt/Drone Camera
CCTV Camera
Infrared Camera

5. Which camera is this?

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7. What should I look into a camera to identify its type?
• Size (Small, Medium and Big).
• Cost.(Affordable, Rarely Affordable and Costly)
• Viewfinder (Electronic or Optical or Both)
• Sensor - Image Quality – Resolution (Less, average or high).
• Lens System (Fixed or Interchangeable).
• Exposure Control - ASI* (Manual or Auto or Both)
• Zoom (Optical or Digital)
• White Balance (Manual, Auto and Custom)
• Mode Dial and Custom Mode.
• Hot-Shoe (External Flash).
*ASI: Aperture, Shutter Speed & ISO.

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In terms of
MERITS
• SIZE & WEIGTH: Small & Lightweight----Easy to carry.
• USE: Quick & Instant----Saves time.
• FUNCTION: Ready to Go----Full Auto.
• PRICE: Cost effective---Easy to buy. (3K-20K)
• APPLICATION: Suitable for immature and nonprofessionals.
EXAMPLES
1. Canon G10
2. Nikon coolpix
3. Sony Cybershot
DEMERITS
• QUALITY: Less Image Quality (Resolution)---Pixelate when zoomed in.
• CONTROL: No Manual---Full Auto.
• COMPROMISE: Fixed Lens, No optical viewfinder, Shutter lag,

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EXAMPLES of
Compact Prosumer
1. Canon
2. Nikon
3. Sony Cybershot
H400
EXAMPLES for
Prosumer DSLR
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5 best Prosumer DSLR
Two Types
Prosumer DSLR/
Semiprofessional
Compact Prosumer
(“Fashionate”)
Features
• Fixed Lens but optical + electronic zoom.
• Auto Focus.
• No ASI Control. (?)
• No Mode Dial, only Auto function.
• No Hot-Shoe, only inbuilt flash.
• No Viewfinder, only preview monitor.
• Less Image Quality due to small sensor.
In Short:
Professional Look but
Nonprofessional functions.
Drawback:
Less Quality and No Control
For Enthusiasts and Learners.
(Passionate)
Features
• Interchangeable Lens. Manual controls.
• Full ASI (Aperture, Shutter speed, ISO)
control. But limited options.
• Reasonable Image Quality due to
average image sensor installed.
• Contains Mode Dial.
• Hot-Shoe Installed.
• Optical Viewfinder as well as LCD.
In Short:
Professional Look but
semi-professional functions.
Drawback:
Reasonable Quality with Less Control.

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For Professionals and Photography Lovers
Features
• Interchangeable Lens System and Zoom and Focus Ring. Also
aperture ring in some lenses.
• High Quality Image Sensor. APS-C or Full Frame.
• Full ASI Control with wide range of options. Also focusing and
metering options.
• Mode Dial with predefined options and custom control.
• Optical Viewfinder in 90% cases (DSLR). However Electronic
viewfinder is also present in some cases.
In Short:
Fully Professional with High Quality Output and FULL manual control.
Drawback:
Cost, Size and Weight.

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15. OverlappingMeanings
Film
Consumer
Digital
Prosumer
Professional
Fixed Lens
Interchangeable Lens
Inbuilt/Smartphone Camera
Inbuilt/Drone Camera
CCTV Camera
Infrared Camera
RECAP

16. Buying Guide
• Ask yourself:
Why do I need a camera? Fashion, Passion or Profession.
For What? Business, Nature, Travel, Journalism, Sports etc.
My Budget? 5000-50,000,00.
Accessories? If required.
Let’s make a smart choice by taking help from experts: Follow the links
• https://www.popphoto.com/buying-guide/cameras
• https://www.popphoto.com/buying-guide/lenses
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