Excellent image quality, Strong low-light performance, Long battery life, Crisp HD video recording

HD movie recording lacks auto focus, Mediocre still photo focus in Live View mode

We love it when the features that make gadgets great trickle down into less expensive products. That's why we highly recommend the $849 Nikon D5000, a reasonably priced DSLR that has the same sensor and 720p video recording as the $999 D90. In ...

Compact, stainless steel design, Pleasing, accurate colors, Detailed 720p video with good sound, Full manual control and RAW support, Unique filters for photos and movies

Photos slightly underexposed in Auto mode, Slow autofocusing in movie mode, No viewfinder, Lacks on-board flash

When it comes to manual control, the E-P1 has something for everyone. Fairly inexperienced shooters will appreciate Intelligent Auto Mode, which automatically adjusts the settings and selects the scene mode depending on the shooting conditions. More ...

Very good image quality, Fast focusing and shot-to-shot speeds, Automatic sensor-cleaning system, Intuitive interface

Relatively small LCD, Fewer manual options than other entry-level DSLRs, Live View settings difficult to access, No ISO 3200

Like other cameras in its class, the Rebel XS' Live View created a four-second shot-to-shot lag, including a pause as the screen goes dark. Without Live View, there was virtually no shutter lag.

Large LCD, Good build quality, Easy to adjust settings

Mediocre image quality, Slow speeds, No flash-off option on the mode dial

Although the Olympus Evolt E-520 made a good first impression with its solid, ergonomic build and intuitive interface, it quickly lost points for its slow speeds and lackluster image quality. Although the Nikon D40's ($499) interface takes getting ...

In addition to delivering lightning speeds and stunning photos, this DSLR is the world's first to record video.

First DSLR with movie recording ability\, Can use optical zoom during filming and apply other settings, Excellent image quality, Good low-light performance, Fast speeds

No autofocus in movie mode

The D90 has Live View, a standard feature in point-and-shoot cameras but, ironically, a premium one in DSLRs. This feature allows you to see the action in the LCD as you frame it and adjust settings. Unlike earlier DSLRs, we were able to focus just as ...

After two missteps, Canon refocused and refined its entry-level DSLR.

More comfortable design, Larger, improved LCD, Fastest overall speed in its class, Excellent image quality with faithful color reproduction

No ISO 3200, Skin tones are overly red, Only average kit lens, Hard to access Live View options

Though the 18-55mm lens was okay, it struggled when we tried photographing a book reading at a sparsely lit bar. And while we liked the wide range of the lens, we noticed significant softness in the corners in landscape shots we took of the Hudson ...

If you can afford it, Nikon's high-end DSLR offers superior image quality and speed.

>Superb overall picture quality, Low-noise images even at high ISOs, Very fast start-up time with no shutter lag, Water- and dust-resistant

>Expensive even for its class, Steep learning curve, No in-camera image stabilization, Erratic 3D Focus Tracking system, Resolution: 12.3 MP (4288 x 2848 pixels), Size: 5.8 x 4.5 x 2.9 inches, Weight: 1.9 pounds (with CF card and battery), , , , , , ...

If you're serious about photography and don't mind spending extra money to upgrade to a serious DSLR, the Nikon D300 is about the best investment you can make. While the 10.1-megapixel Canon EOS 40D and the 12.2-megapixel Sony Alpha A700 are good (and ...

The Nikon D40 finds the perfect balance between price and picture quality.

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Despite a few flaws, the Canon Digital Rebel XT DSLR proves age is nothing but a number.

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Sony's first DSLR melds comfort and functionality to make an impressive debut.

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The feature-packed A100 is a great first digital SLR from Sony and ships with features the lower-priced competition lacks. Unfortunately, the camera's uneven image quality prevents us from giving it a higher rating