Prosumer digital camera. Prosumer digital cameras borrow their design from SLR cameras. With a hefty build and protruding lens, this type of camera actually feels like an SLR camera when held. The most striking features of prosumer cameras are high zoom, electronic view finder, and full manual exposure control.
Hence, these cameras are more suited for those who are serious about photography. When shooting using high zoom, the camera needs to be kept absolutely steady to get blur-free shots. Because it's impossible to keep the hand absolutely steady,make sure the camera has optical image stabilization which acts as a counter mechanism for shakes.
Even though prosumer cameras are packed with plenty of features, you can still look for additional features such as in-camera image and video editing, and face detection. Some cameras such as the Sony Cybershot DSC-H9 offer night vision for shooting in the dark. Finally, pay close attention to the ergonomics. The camera should have a firm grip, easily accessible buttons and intuitive user interface. If you still want a better camera, look for an entry-level digital SLR camera.
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