Digital SLR (Single lens reflex) cameras are not the most compact cameras on the market, nor are they the easiest to use. And although they can be feature rich, they may have a high learning curve for the casual user.
Many point and shoot cameras offer extremely high resolution, and automatically set focus and exposure. They often have spectacular results, and can fit in your pocket.
So why would anyone choose a more expensive camera body that may be harder to use? The answer is the broad spectrum of lenses that are available for the SLR. "The glass," as it's called by the professional. The variety of lenses and filters is almost limitless, as all major camera manufacturers have ensured backward compatibility with 35MM camera mounts. That means that you can pick up old lenses and filters at yard sales and flea markets, and they will still be completely functional in the digital SLR Camera body.
I mostly use a Nikkor 35-200mm lens that I bought in 1984 on my Nikon D80. It is completely functional, including auto-focus and auto-exposure. But the quality of the glass itself is so good that it leads to better photographs.
So if you are serious about taking better photographs, consider a quality SLR body and some good lenses. It will change the way you think about photography.
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