Megapixels, zoom, LCD display, image stabilization, these are some of the terms that you are likely to come across when you plan to buy a camera. However, before you get into the technicalities, it is necessary for you to determine the reason behind the purchase. If you take photography seriously, then you are aware of what you need. But if you are an amateur, then it is recommended that you learn the art with a camera that has the basic specifications and then move on to the SLRs and DSLRs.

While considering the price of the cameras, you need to check whether these are inclusive of other photography gear like camera case, lenses (in case of a DSLR), battery chargers, tripods, filters and memory cards.

There are a host of websites that deal in cameras and other photography equipment. The best part about it is that you can check the product specifications of each of these cameras from different manufacturers and their prices which is not always possible when you purchase a camera from a regular store.