Optical zoom uses the lens of the camera to bring the subject closer. Digital zoom uses software to enlarge an area of the image. It is similar to the crop tool in image editing software on the computer. If you go too far the image appears fuzzy and doesn’t print well.
When you zoom in using your camera, it will use Optical zoom first and then use Digital zoom. Most cameras will warn you when they are switching to digital zoom from optical zoom, or you can use the menu to turn it off.
Alison Crown loves photographing people. You can see more of her work at www.alisoncrownphotography.co.uk
or you can contact her as follows: alison@alisoncrownphotography.co.uk
Work 01628 673948 or Mobile 07931 238280
