Time-Lapse Photography Art and Techniques by Mark Higgins

• Better quality than a phone or tablet
• Some models have interchangeable lenses
Disadvantages
Compact cameras without interchangeable lenses are becoming less popular because of the increasing
quality of phones and tablets, and many manufacturers are reducing their product ranges as a result.
This means that this kind of camera could potentially become difficult to get hold of. Most compact
cameras are not built as well as DSLR cameras which means the life span can be significantly shorter
than a more expensive camera.
The small size of a compact camera can make it more difficult to use; of course this is personal
preference, but the smaller the camera the fewer buttons that can be built into the device. These
cameras also usually have a smaller battery than a bigger camera and therefore can run out fairly
quickly. A lot of compacts actually have very limited time-lapse options, and depending on the
product, sometimes there is no time-lapse option at all.
• Battery life
• Build quality
• Functionality
• Some don’t have interchangeable lenses
• Small sensors
DSLR (digital single-lens reflex) cameras
These cameras are ultimately the best tool for timelapse, for many reasons. If you want one device
that shoots high quality stills and video there is no better option available. A DSLR will have more
longevity than a compact camera or smart device because the build quality is much better – this will
be a key factor if it is used on a regular basis. These cameras will rarely be replaced by the user for
reasons other than being broken or superseded by new technology.