Advantages of Digital Photography

   Digital technology is finding a place in almost everyone's lives. From digital music to digital
    movies we are constantly exposed to images and sound that have passed from the traditional
    analog domain into the new digital formats. Digital photography is one of those formats and is
    becoming more popular every year.

    There are lots of reasons for that popularity. Digital photographs are incredibly versatile.
    You can send them to friends and family by email, post them on a web site, transfer them to
    CD, store them on your computer, and use them for slide shows which can be viewed on your
    TV or computer monitor. They can of course be printed, and not just as traditional 4x6
    pictures. They can be used to make personalized calendars, greeting cards, and even be
    printed on objects like coffee mugs and t-shirts.
 
    For many people, the biggest advantage of digital photography is that it eliminates the need
    for picture processing. No more trips to the photo store – pictures can be viewed almost
    instantly on the display screen of the camera. Since there is no developing, digital
    photography doesn't need dangerous chemicals that could end up in our water supplies. 

   Another big advantage of digital photos is the ease with which they can be edited. Computer
   software allows digital images to be altered in any way imaginable. They can be cropped, the
   colours can be changed or enhanced, the contrast can be adjusted, imperfections can be
   removed, and images can be combined to create startling new designs. All this can be
   accomplished in a few seconds with just a few key strokes or mouse clicks.
 
   Using a digital camera is the best way to take advantage of all the features of digital
   photography, but you can also use a traditional film camera and convert your negatives to the
   digital domain. If you are uncertain about whether or not to take the digital plunge,
   converting negatives allows you to get a taste of the wonders of digital photography without
   investing in new equipment. Most photo developing stores offer this service.
 
   Digital cameras, however, offer so much more than film cameras. They have a viewing
   screen which functions as both a view finder and a picture viewer. This means you can
   preview pictures you've taken just seconds before. If you don't like it just delete it, or if there
   is a section that is good, crop it before saving it back to the camera's memory. Many digital
   cameras also function as simple video recorders that can capture video along with sound -
   anywhere, anytime.

   All this must come at a hefty price tag, though - right? Wrong! Digital photography is
   becoming more affordable every year, and the technology to make fabulous photos is well
   within the reach of the average consumer. Add in the money you'll save in development costs
   and you have an affordable, practical, solution for all your photography needs.