DEFINITION DIGITAL CAMERA
Tool used to convert an image, either still or moving, into a series of binary code (data) and then stored in digital data storage media such as hard disk, DVD or flash memory;
Various kinds of digital cameras: Video Camcorder, webcam, CCTV, and Digital Still Camera;
Type of including into the discussion of photography: Digital Still Camera.
TYPES OF DIGITAL CAMERA
1. Compact Digital Camera (Digicam)
Emphasis on aspects of convenience;
Technical taking pictures, most of it is done automatically by a digital camera system;
Using JPEG image format, resulting in an image file with the highest compression level (smaller file sizes).
DSLR-like abilities;
Easy to operate as Compact Digital Camera;
Image format: JPEG, RAW, TIFF;
Results photographs like a professional.
2. Bridge
Camera
3. Digital Single-Lens Reflex Camera (DSLR)
Can be operated manually, or automatically;
The lens can be replaced;
Very concerned with quality and detailed images;
High-resolution image;
Used by professionals (journalists, photographers commercial, etc.).
Used for commercial purposes;
Media storage of computer hard drives;
Resolution can reach 39 Megapixel;
The price of the package could reach U.S. $ 40,000.
4. Professional
Modular
Digital Camera
System
TECHNICAL DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
1. The camera lens captured the image of an object
Light entering through the lens, is received by the sensor CCD / CMOS;
Sensor analyzes the brightness / intensity of light, and turn them into electrical signals;
Processed electrical signals into binary data by the processor chip;
Images appear on the viewfinder.
2. Pressing the shutter button
Manual settings: resolution, brightness, zoom, etc.;
Selection & adjustment modes of image capture;
Binary data is sent to the storage media, and become a digital image file.
Binary data in the form of images, composed of pixels which can number in the millions;
Pixel is the smallest unit that makes up the image display on the screen of a electronic device;
3. Further Prosecution Process (Advanced Process)
Print on the printer;
Transferring photos to a computer;
Edit images by using computer programs;
Transfer photos to other devices (Mobile, MP3 Player, etc.);
Sending photos to the Internet.
Benefits of Utilization
Digital Photography Technology
1. Cost Effectiveness
Digital photography using digital data storage media such as MMC / SD Card, which can be used many times without the need to be replaced though;
Digital camera prices more affordable.
2. Digital Camera practicality
Technical issues have been handled by a digital camera, so we just focus on the art of thinking artistic images;
Can take photos of an object many times, and choosing the best to use.
3. Flexibility
Images can be quickly edited and manipulated at will;
Images can be brought or shipped anywhere in large numbers.
