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No matter what category of photographer you consider yourself, I rank the following features as not critical, but nice to have:

 Articulating (adjustable) monitor: Some cameras, such as the Canon model shown in Figure 1-13, feature fold-out screens that can be rotated to a variety of angles. The benefit is that you can position the camera at nearly any angle while still being able to see the monitor, a feature that is especially attractive to vloggers — people creating and starring in videos they post on YouTube or other online video platforms.FIGURE 1-13: Some monitors can be adjusted to different viewing angles.

 Touchscreen operation: Of course, all smartphone and tablet cameras can be operated by touch, as can the devices' picture-playback tools. But touchscreens are being included on many other types of digital cameras as well.

 Wireless connectivity: Many cameras offer this feature, enabling you to enjoy the cable-free life when it's time to download pictures to your computer. Additionally, the camera manufacturer may provide a mobile app that enables you to view and transfer pictures from your camera to a smartphone or tablet via a wireless connection. The app may even make it possible to use your smart device as a wireless remote control for the camera.

 In-camera editing tools: Many cameras offer built-in retouching filters that can fix minor picture flaws, such as red-eye or exposure problems. For easier online sharing, you also may find in-camera options that create low-resolution copies of high-resolution originals and convert Raw files into the JPEG format. (You have to convert Raw files to JPEG in order to share them online.) These tools are especially helpful for times when you need to print or share a photo before you can get to your computer to fix the image in your photo software or create an online version.

 Conveniently located tripod socket: For long-exposure shooting, a tripod is a necessity. Most cameras offer a socket for attaching a tripod, but the placement is not always thoughtful. Some are positioned such that you can’t access the battery or memory card slot while the camera is on the tripod — a design that will quickly become an annoyance.