Cameras

The moment you decide to buy a camcorder, you're inundated with a dizzying array of jargon: HDD, HD, AVCHD, SDHC, HDV. You'll come across camcorders that cost as little as $100 and those that cost thousands. And the sales staff could even confuse you more. Our guide will help you to find the right camcorder for your needs.

A digital photo frame could be a good idea for anyone who's tired of seeing the same old lineup of photos on the mantel. That's because you can make the pictures inside the frame change automatically.

One of the best things about a digital SLR is its versatility. Because the camera uses interchangeable lenses, you can literally choose the lens you'd like to suit the photographic occasion. What's more, DSLR lenses produce far sharper results than built-in lenses on point-and-shoot cameras.

Buying a digital camera can be disorienting. There are hundreds of cameras available at many different types of retail outlets (online and in traditional stores), with prices ranging from $75 to several thousand dollars. In this digital camera guide, we aim to help you overcome some of this confusion.