Why do camcorders have excellent optical zoom (40ish) but digital cameras do not (20ish)?

Adrian

Just wondering why Camcorders can zoom in farther than digital cameras...

Answer
Reason is because camcorders' sensor is far smaller than digital camera. The smaller the sensor the easier it is to design superzoom lens.

Compact caemra with 20ish-x zoom has sensor size of 1/2.33", while those higher end compact cameras with 5x zoom has 1/1.7".

Camcorder normally have 1/3" sensor to even 1/6" sensor. Very small.

Same goes to DSLR lens, with a much much larger sensor, a 3x zoom lens would be as big as a beer mug.

So it's all about the size.

help with picking first dslr?

lemon head

I currently have a nikon coolpix l110 - it is good but excellent for macro.
My dad has a canon rebel xsi I really like his.

*I already know how to handle a camera- I am just looking for a higher quality.

I plan on using this new dslr for events , portraits , landscapes & macro.
full hd is one thing it must have.

also besides what camera you recommend what lens do you recommend?
full hd video is what I meant * sorry

Answer
Since you are familiar with your dad's camera, how mug experience do you have with photography? Do you know what iso, f stops, etc mean? If not, get the Canon T3. If so, get the canon T2i

The T3 is one of, if not, the most popular entry level dslr. It has a 12.2 mp sensor, and full hd video capabilities. It has everything a beginner could possibly want.

The T2i is a great choice if you already know most of the basics because it allows for much better image quality with an 18mp camera. Either are great choices!

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