The common stereotype that cheap goods must necessarily be of poor quality is successfully refuted by branded companies. They annually create new models and entire lines for the popular budget segment, while retaining a set of functions, technical standards of the average user level and design appeal of products. In our selection of digital cameras, which are worthy of competition cameras smartphones and gained recognition from consumers.
Classic Amateur Shooting - Soap Dish
Canon IXUS 175 - for a novice photographer
Even a teenager will cope with such a device. Lightweight and miniature camera has decent functionality and at the same time as easy to manage.
A large built-in lens with a zoom, which is distinguished not only by a good baseline, but also by its ability to double in size when the ZoomPlus option is activated, and the DIGIC 4+ processor provides the desired result. The minimalist design of the model fits any image.
Benefits:
- 8x zoom with up to 16x;
- 20 megapixel sensor;
- no red eye;
- there is a timer;
- possible macro photography;
- diagonal display 2.7 inches;
- the screen also works as a viewfinder;
- supports USB interface, video, audio;
- included charger;
- there is an orientation sensor;
- there is a tripod mount;
- price from 6500 rub.
Disadvantages:
- modest CCD matrix.
Nikon Coolpix S7000 - the leader of many ratings
The model in the corporate case with the possibility of remote control is equipped with a solid technical functionality.
20-fold optical zoom with the ability to increase the rate, high speed shooting, full video recording mode, own battery with a capacity of 210 frames, image stabilizer, a lot of useful options - all this guarantees the success of photo shoots.
If necessary, you can install a tripod with a specially designed mounting.
Benefits:
- 20x zoom;
- sensitivity 100 - 3200 ISO, Auto ISO;
- double stabilizer when taking pictures;
- macro photography option;
- there is a timer;
- Time-lapse mode;
- 3-inch screen;
- face focusing option;
- interfaces USB 2.0, HDMI, Wi-Fi;
- MOV video recording;
- average cost of 12,000 rubles.
Disadvantages:
- the location of the built-in flash;
- few manual settings.
Samsung DV180F - for lovers of group shots
A wide-aperture lens, exposure metering in multi-zone, center-weighted and point modes provide a spectacular, and most importantly high-quality, even a group photo shoot.
The function of continuous shooting will give unforgettable emotions, which in the form of pictures will be saved in the family archive. The built-in flash not only does not give a red-eye effect, but also does an excellent job in low-light conditions, for example, at night.
Benefits:
- focal length - 25-125 mm;
- digital image stabilizer;
- there is a timer;
- high-quality shooting in the dark;
- frontal LCD display;
- 3 white balance modes;
- MP4 video recording up to 20 minutes;
- remote control;
- supports micro SD memory cards, micro SDHC, micro SDXC;
- light - 112 g;
- price from 5500 rubles.
Disadvantages:
- 5x zoom;
- There is no manual setting of shutter speed and aperture.
Mirror models
Canon EOS 1100D Kit - the most versatile model
The solid and at the same time ergonomic design of the device leaves no doubt about the reliability of its technical component.
The mirror viewfinder, the package bundle, which includes a replaceable lens, expands the list of technical advantages, as does the computer control option.More than 12 megapixel matrix allows you to shoot with a maximum resolution of 4272 x 2848.
Thanks to manual setting of shutter speed and aperture, as well as automatic processing of exposure with shutter priority or aperture, photos and videos are very high quality.
Benefits:
- Canon EF / EF-S mount;
- sensitivity 100 - 6400 ISO, Auto ISO;
- the built-in flash supports bracketing mode and E-TTL II;
- there is a timer;
- backlit phase autofocus;
- there is a manual focus option;
- USB 2.0, HD video, HDMI interface support;
- connector for remote control;
- 700 photo battery;
- included charger;
- in the presence of a CD with software.
Disadvantages:
- heavy - 495 g;
- not very clear image in poor light;
- no cleaning matrix;
- with budget positioning cost from 17,000 rubles. can not be attributed to the economy class.
Sony Alpha SLT-A58 Kit with a translucent mirror
It is the presence of a mirror, with the help of which the image falls on the matrix, that makes the device stand out among the competitors, the DSLRs. If you choose the Kit model, you should keep in mind that it supports interchangeable lenses of the Minolta A. bayonet.
The 20.4 megapixel matrix is capable of impressing even professionals. It has cleaning options and shear options due to the presence of an image stabilizer.
Benefits:
- 20.4 megapixel matrix;
- color depth is 36 bits;
- 3D shooting function;
- built-in flash up to 10 m;
- there is an electronic viewfinder;
- swivel LCD screen;
- 15-point autofocus;
- battery for 690 photos;
- recording video in AVCHD, MP4;
- option to record sound comments.
Disadvantages:
- heavy - 573 g;
- noisy at work;
- light does not pass through a translucent mirror;
- expensive native accessories;
- with budget positioning cost from 27,000 rubles. can not be attributed to the economy class.
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