Digital vs SLR cameras?

Question

I'm just wondering....

If I have a 3x Optical Zoom digital camera, and a 3x Optical Zoom SLR camera with a 18-55mm lens, how much better would the quality of a picture taken at the same distance be on the SLR camera. Would it even make a difference? Thanks :)

Answer 1

It makes a huge difference.

Sensor size, optical quality and electronics inside the camera make the whole difference.

Try not to think of the interchangeable lenses in 3x, 11x or any other.  Optical zoom "x" factors are only important on P&S cameras since the lens can never be changed out.

The optical range of a lens on your DSLR has nothing to do with which you choose.  One of the best lenses I own is a 1x ... a prime lens.

Answer 2

The quality of the SLR images would be far superior due to the fact that it uses superior lenses and sensor. Combined, these two create images that are far sharper and more detailed than a point and shoot is capable of.  

Answer 3

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Answer 4

The quality of the DSLR would be far superior to the point and shoot camera. Even though they have the same optical zoom range, and maybe the same mp, the sensor of the DSLR will be much larger than that of the P&S, and therefor able to retian more information, thus giving a better image.

Answer 5

The SLR would take a better shot. For example, if you're trying to capture something like a bullrider being thrown - no question - the SLR wins.