Ako vybrať digitálny fotoaparát

Looking for a compact camera to fit in your pocket? Or perhaps you're an avid photographer looking for an ultrazoom or professional SLR? This quick guide will walk you through the different camera types, specifications and photographic terms, so you can choose the right camera for your needs.

Before choosing a camera, take a moment to answer these questions:

What do you want to take photos of?
How much do you want to invest in your camera?
What are your demands in terms of final image quality?

Types of digital camera

Compact cameras

Small, lightweight cameras that fit in your pocket and are always ready to capture your experiences.

For regular users and aspiring photographers

Ideal for holiday and travel snapshots
The cheapest of all camera types
Photos with faithful colour reproduction that will satisfy the casual user

Kompaktní fotoaparáty s výměnným objektivem

Compact Cameras with Interchangeable Lenses

Cameras that combine a relatively small size with a high-quality sensor and optics.

For demanding beginners and advanced photographers

Shooting landscapes, portraits, travel destinations
More expensive than compacts but cheaper than SLRs
High-quality photos in a lossless format suitable for further editing

Digital SLR

Larger cameras that guarantee excellent-quality photos.

For advanced users and professional photographers

Photographing sports, architecture, night scenes
The most expensive camera type
High-quality photos in a lossless format suitable for further editing

Instant Cameras

Instaxes are reminiscent of Polaroid cameras and can immediately print a snapshot after shooting.

Stylish photos in seconds

Simple control
Immediate printing of captured images
A creative look that will make you stand out

Glossary - Digital Cameras

Micro SD Card

Micro SD cards are a storage medium used to store data, especially in mobile phones, GPS navigators, and other portable devices. Micro SD cards often come with SD reduction, which can be inserted into devices using SD memory cards.

- Dimensions: 15 x 11 x 1 mm
- Capacity: 16 to 200 gigabytes

CMOS chip

CMOS chips are widely used in digital cameras. Despite being relatively cheap to produce, they offer lower power consumption and faster data transfer. As a result, they are used mainly for digital SLR cameras to help in continuous shooting with faster data transfer. CMOS sensors are able to transmit data from each point separately, while CCD sensors works in rows and columns. CMOS sensors are sometimes abbreviated as APS (Active-Pixel Sensor).

Bayonet

Bayonets are mounts used to attach the lens to the camera body. As they are not universally compatible, each manufacturer has its own type of mount. For incompatible lenses and bodies, you can use reductions and adapters, but they restrict the use of certain features, such as autofocus.

Glossary

How to choose a digital camera