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Since Christmas isn’t far away the time is here once again to start to think about gift buying. Digital cameras will be a favourite gift item as their prices have fallen dramatically in recent years. But what are the features that you should look out for when shopping for a digital camera?

You probably know that a good quality lens is as important in a digital camera as it is in analogue ones. You are probably also aware of megapixels and how the higher the number means a crisper image.

But what about image stabilization technology. This is the clever way that modern cameras can compensate for low light conditions, where higher exposure times are needed, and wobbly hands.

Another feature that you might want to look out for is face detection and auto focus capabilities. Facial recognition technology is great for point and shoot photographers. Ideal for anyone who likes a point and click camera.

A good zoom is another feature to look out for. Some cameras have a digital zoom and others have an optical. Optical zoom is generally sharper than digital which simply enlarges the digital image, lowering the resolution and making the image less sharp.

Something else to look at is battery life. I recommend selecting a camera that uses rechargeble batteries.

Look out for additional features like the ability to change lenses, image effects and built in image editing capabilities.

Also, take a look at what software comes with the package. Most modern digital cameras come with a bunch of applications for processing and editing images.

Something extra to consider when buying a new camera is some affordable camera insurance. Small, lightweight modern cameras are easily lost, damaged or even stolen so its worth spending a little money to get yourself a quick replacement if the worst should happen.

In addition you may like to consider gadget insurance to protect valuable portable devices including laptop insurance for valuable laptop computers.