Many people would wonder why anyone would choose a full size digital camera over a nice sleek compact model. The answer is simple, picture quality. A full size camera allows you to take more complicated shots as well as pictures with greater clarity. They may be larger, but the picture quality is outstanding. Reviews on full size cameras can vary, but here are a few of the top rated digital camera models.



Sony DSC H9/B

This is a great full size model with lots of extras. The consumer reviews were outstanding. This camera offers 8.1 megapixels and an amazing 15x optical zoom with 25x digital zoom. It has a NightShot infrared system that allows you to take pictures in the dark. It has a large 3 color LCD that tilts to allow you access from many angles. It has image stabilization and face detection for perfect pictures. There are 9 auto focus modes, 9 white balance settings and 7 scene modes. In camera editing allows you to touch up your pictures right on the camera. There are also three movie modes with sound. This amazing camera costs $480.

Canon Powershot S5

The Canon Powershot S5 offers 12x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom. There is image stabilization and face detection capability. It has 8 megapixels and a 2.5 color LCD. You can choose from 22 different scene modes and 8 white balance settings. There are 4 movie modes with sound and it is PictBridge compatible. You can choose to store your images on a SD or MMC card. This is a very popular full size model. It has great digital camera ratings and costs around $350.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8

The Panasonic Lumix offers 7.2 megapixels for clarity and 12x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom for close up shots. There is a 2.5 color LCD as well as a viewfinder for greater options. This full size digital camera features Intelligent ISO Control to minimize hand shake for clear pictures. There are several different focus modes that allow you to focus on objects as close as 5 cm.

You can choose from 20 different scene modes as well as a movie mode. There is 27MB of internal memory and is compatible with SD cards. It comes with lots of software to allow you to customize your photos. It also comes with several different accessories. This great camera will run you around $270.