Digital Cameras Versus Disposable Cameras

Answer 1

The difference between a disposable and digital camera is that a disposable camera gets its photos developed and is disposed after it's use. A digital camera lasts for the life of the camera and can store its high quality photos inside its memory.

Answer 2

It’s not often that old technology resurfaces and threatens new technology. While it might be a rare event, it’s actually taking place with cameras. This is in regards to disposable cameras versus digital cameras. Digital cameras still have a big lead, but many people are starting to question if that really makes sense. People are beginning to wonder if they have been led toward digital cameras with advertisements, word of mouth, and trend. Let’s take a lot at the pros and cons for each option.

Digital cameras are obviously much more expensive. That might be a negative, but there are many positives as well. The biggest positive is that you can put digital photos online and send them to friends and family. But is that really an advantage? Let’s look a little closer. Many people might think this isn’t possible with a disposable camera, but it is. All you need to do is have the pictures developed and scan them. You can send pictures to anyone you would like – without having to sign-up to a picture-service site.

Which type of camera is more durable? That’s easy – a disposable camera. If you drop a digital camera, you’re going to have to worry about a $300 investment going down the tubes. If you drop a disposable camera, you don’t have to worry about any damage being done. And even if it did happen to break, in most cases, it costs less than $20. Another advantage is that if you lose a digital camera, you might disappointed, but not distraught.

How about ease of use? Does a digital camera offer an advantage in that category? Let’s see … wheels, focus, buttons, battery power, and other confusing functions versus pushing one button. Many would choose to go with the latter.

If using a disposable camera, getting the pictures developed will cost extra money. This is something you won’t have to worry about with a digital camera. However, it would take a lot of developed pictures to reach your digital camera investment.

As far as quality goes, you will get standard quality with a disposable camera. What you get with a digital camera will depend on what type of photo printer you use. That said, many people never print their photos and keep them on the computer, which leads to a whole other conversation. Sitting and looking at pictures by yourself can be nice, but wouldn’t you prefer to actually hold them and view them with your family? Something to think about.