Digital single Lens Reflex Cameras (DSLR cameras) are absolutely top of the range for image quality and the difference between these kinds of cameras and others are evident when you take the DSLR out of its box at the outset. The camera basically consists of a camera body minus the lens. Buying a Digital SLR camera usually involves an option of a kit to go with it – this kit will have one or two lenses to begin with. The camera is also noticeably bigger and bulkier than other cameras. Also this set-up allows considerable flexibility because of the ability to use different lenses as well as having a range of other electronic components compatible with it. A wide angle lens enables wide landscape photographs whilst, and then a switch to a telephoto lens enables significant close ups. In addition, further flexibility is offered with the use of flash guns.
Probably the most significant factor of the ability of the Digital SLR camera to take high quality photos are firstly, the use of better quality lenses and then the better quality and larger camera sensors these cameras have. These larger sensors allow larger pixel size and hence more light and more detail. A digital SLR is also most likely to perform better in low light.
Digital SLRs have a range of controls e.g. auto focus processes tend to be more advanced, and there are often more options for white balance and light metering.