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I've been running trail cameras since film-based models were all the rage the early 1990s. I remember walking laps around the local Walmart, waiting for the one-hour photo lab to process my prints.

Choosing the right camera to hone your beginner photography skills is a vital first step for any aspiring photographer. Although skill and talent will eventually trump camera gear when taking great ...