What exactly is an SLR camera? If you are puzzled by the term “Digital SLR Camera” you are at the right place. If you own a point and shoot camera and would like to purchase an SLR camera, read on for the advantage of digital SLR cameras.

Advantage #1) The ability to exchange lenses gives the photographer the choice to use the best lens for the job. Lenses for DSLRs are built faster, with lens openings as wide as 2.8.

Advantage #2) No shutter lag. Shutter lag occurs when you press the shutter up to when the image is recorded. Point and shoots have a 2-3 second shutter lag, resulting in blurry images of moving objects. SLRs have no shutter lag, but you must remember to use a fast shutter speed when recording action shots.