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Buying guide: how to choose a digital camera

Between two digital cameras, the real gap lies in picture resolution, low light capability and video quality. Screen size and connectivity matter less, but they ease daily use.

What to check

Picture resolution This criterion measures the number of megapixels captured by the sensor. The higher the value, the more detail photos retain, even when cropped or printed large. Among recent market listings, the weaker ones sit around twenty megapixels, the median is just above twenty four, and the best exceed forty five. A high score here signals a camera able to render richly detailed scenes, useful for frequent cropping or large prints. Always weigh this criterion against your actual intended use before treating it as the top priority. Market median: 24.2 MP
Low light performance This criterion measures the sensor’s maximum ISO sensitivity. The higher it is, the sharper the images captured in darkness without relying on flash. The weaker listings reach thirty two thousand, the median rises to one hundred two thousand four hundred, and the best climb to two hundred four thousand eight hundred. A strong score here suits anyone shooting indoors, at night, or in dim conditions. Conversely, a lower score does not prevent good results in daylight. Market median: 102,400
Video resolution This criterion measures the resolution level of videos recorded by the camera. The higher the value, the more detailed the captured footage. Among the listings reviewed, the lower benchmark and the median sit at the same level, while the best cameras reach double that figure. This criterion matters most for anyone filming regularly and seeking sharp footage, even enlarged on a big screen. For a focus centred on still photography, this criterion carries less weight in the final choice. Market median: 4
Control screen comfort This criterion measures the diagonal size of the control screen, in inches. The larger it is, the more comfortable framing and reviewing photos becomes. Gaps stay narrow across the market: the lower benchmark sits at two point ninety five inches, the median at three inches, and the best listings at three point two inches. This criterion does not transform the overall experience, but a slightly higher score eases aiming and checking settings on the field, especially outdoors under strong light. Market median: 3 "
Wireless transfer This criterion measures the Bluetooth version built into the camera. The more recent it is, the faster and more stable the transfer of photos to a phone or tablet becomes. The lower benchmark found on the market is around four point two, the median sits at five point one, and the best listings reach five point three. A good score here simplifies immediate photo sharing without a cable or memory card removal, an advantage for anyone posting or backing up shots throughout the day. Market median: 5.1

Benchmarks based on 30 recent market listings, collected on 2 October 2026.

What you get for each budget

Under €400

At this price level, cameras show modest scores in picture resolution and low light, with screen and connectivity close to the market’s median benchmarks.

€400 to €700

This range brings together cameras whose picture resolution and low light sensitivity approach the median benchmarks recorded, sometimes paired with better video.

Over €700

Beyond this threshold, cameras aim for high scores in picture resolution, low light and video, often alongside screen and connectivity among the best rated.

Frequent mistakes

Choosing a camera solely on picture resolution without checking its low light score, as both criteria serve different uses.
Overlooking the video criterion score when planning to film often, since it is read independently from still picture resolution.
Overrating the gap between two screen scores, as the benchmarks recorded across the market stay close from one camera to another.
Comparing cameras from different price ranges without accounting for the features that justify the gap.
Ignoring the connectivity criterion score when planning to transfer photos wirelessly on a regular basis.

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