Digital Camera Reviews & Comparisons
Digital camera reviews and comparisons from our experts will provide you will all the information you need before committing to the equipment.
D-SLRs: State Of The Art, Part I The line between still and video fades out as Live View evolves into HD motion video  Digital cameras have come a long way since we first began covering them in 1996. The serious limitation of the early days was resolution—the first 1-megapixel camera was a big deal. |
Olympus E-30 Aimed squarely at enthusiasts, the latest SLR from Olympus offers several unique capabilities for creative expression  The new E-30 fits into the Olympus D-SLR line-up between the pro E-3 and advanced-amateur E-520 models, but closer to the E-3. It offers the most megapixels of any Olympus D-SLR and is loaded with features aimed at the creative artist who likes to go beyond the straight shot. |
D-SLRs + HD Video New cameras from Canon and Nikon are the first SLRs to include video  Digital video has been a feature of compact digital cameras for years, and recently HD capture has become more common. This feature has now made its way to interchangeable-lens cameras. |
Next-Generation D-SLRs New models deliver technology advances for photographers of every level  It has been three long years since Canon shook things up by introducing the first “affordable” full-frame D-SLR, the EOS 5D. Now its replacement is finally here. The new EOS 5D Mark II ups the resolution by 65%, adds full HD-movie capability and a lot more, all at a price $600 less than the original EOS 5D when it came out. |
Buyer's Guide 2009: D-SLRs Under $1,000 As technology advances, pro-level features are appearing at entry-level prices  For first-time D-SLR buyers, the sub-$1,000 category is often the best balance between performance and price. The entry-level segment of the market is highly competitive, with manufacturers vying to bring photographers into their systems. |
Buyer's Guide 2009: D-SLRs Over $2,000 The tools of the pros, these top-tier models offer the cutting edge of digital image capture  If you make your living with your camera or simply want the very best performance and latest technologies, pro models offer uncompromising feature sets and image quality. This also is the range where you'll find "full-frame," 35mm-size sensors, allowing you to use 35mm lenses with no magnification effect. |
Buyer's Guide 2009: D-SLRs $1,000 - $2,000 Speed and control upgrades are just two reasons to step up to the “sweet-spot” models  For experienced SLR users who want pro-level controls without a professional price tag, the "sweet-spot" D-SLRs offer the best mix of technology and value. Models in this price range improve upon entry-level models with faster response and burst rates, plus more sophisticated autofocus and metering systems and controls. |
Buyer's Guide 2009: Cameras Camera Buying Basics: Things to keep in mind when shopping for a new D-SLR  So you're ready for a new D-SLR. There are more choices today than at any time in photography's history. That's the good news. It's also the bad news. How do you choose a camera to fit your needs and budget? |
Buyer's Guide 2009: Best Of Compact Cameras Top-of-the-line pocket cameras make pro features more portable  The best photos are those you actually take. Chances are, you don't carry your D-SLR with you every time you leave the house, but you never know when a good photograph will present itself. That's when a compact camera that you can slip into your pocket really pays off. |
