Indian markets are flooded with digital cameras now. Days of film cameras have gone past. In fact, most of the photographers – experts and amateurs alike prefer digital cameras to film cameras. A few years back, film cameras dominated Indian markets. The 35mm film cameras were very popular and that was a pride possessions of many a photography buffs in Indian scene. Films shot would be developed and printed at many a film processing centre as per the clients’ orders. But with the advent of digital cameras, Indian customer- fancies too have changed within a short span. Many renown companies like Nikon, Panasonic, Casio, Fuji etc., have introduced digital SLRs and point and shoot pocket sized digital cameras and they have become immensely popular with beginners and experts alike.
The main advantage of digital camera is that it cuts out the recurring cost of film and printing. The other factor of popularity is because digital cameras can store the picture information in a card reader which is readable and reusable. It can also be downloaded to a computer for further use and management. Apart from all these advantages, the amateur photographers can edit and delete the common errors and blemishes using software like Photoshop®. Regular prints can also be taken from the memory cards using modern technology.
