Very good image quality. Sensor-based image stabilization.

Borrowing its design from the Konica-Minolta 5D, Sony's first D-SLR may not be original or very affordable, but its nice image quality and robust feature set are promising.

Type: D-SLR, Maximum Resolution: 3136 x 2352 pixels, Megapixels: 7.5, Media Format: CompactFlash, Media Format: xD-...

First D-SLR to let you compose your shots on its LCD screen. Articulating 2.5-inch LCD.

It may not be a flawless camera, but the Olympus Evolt E-330 stands apart from all other D-SLRs on the market today.

Media Format: CompactFlash, Type: D-SLR, Maximum Resolution: 3872 x 2592 pixels, Megapixels: 10.2

New wireless flash system can fire the built-in strobe. Great performance and picture quality.

Expensive. Price is body only, no lens. Heavy. Some features are too complicated for beginners.

The D200's speedy performance and unique features make it a powerful D-SLR worthy of an Editors' Choice.

Megapixels: 6.1, Media Format: Secure Digital, Maximum Resolution: 3008 x 2008 pixels, Type: D-SLR

Light and portable. Uses double-A batteries. Decent burst mode.

So-so image quality. Poor flash. Slower than the competition.

With just passable image quality and performance, the *ist DS2 is outclassed by the competition.

Megapixels: 8, Maximum Resolution: 3264 x 2448 pixels, Media Format: xD-Picture Card, Type: D-SLR

Large, clear 2.5-inch LCD. Supports a variety of shooting formats, even multiple formats simultaneously.

Controls could be better organized. Image quality could be better. Weak burst mode.

The Olympus Evolt E-500 is a very good entry-level D-SLR that falls just shy of greatness.

Incredibly portable and lightweight for a D-SLR. Provides lots of options and features. Inexpensive.

1.5X magnification factor. Burst rate could be quicker. Menu structure could be better.

The Pentax *ist DL is a worthy follow-up to the capable *ist DS, but doesn't quite measure up to other low-cost consumer D-SLR offerings.

For photographers yearning to get their hands on an entry-level D-SLR, the D50 is the best choice. It's simply a delightful camera to shoot with. ...

Media Format: CompactFlash, Type: D-SLR, Megapixels: 12.3, Maximum Resolution: 4256 x 2848 pixels

Excellent picture quality. Wide dynamic range. Lots of control over settings.

Slow burst mode. Menus and displays on LCD are a little confusing. Very expensive.

Some professional portrait photographers may enjoy the quality, but the S3 Pro is too expensive to have such a slow burst rate.

The Nikon D2X is perfect for the enthusiast with professional aspirations who wants to tap into one of the best D-SLR systems available. ...

Incredible versatility. Great picture quality. Large file sizes for editing and manipulation. Supported by a fantastic array of lenses, flashes, and accessories.

Very expensive. 1.5X magnification factor limits wide-angle lenses. No lens or built-in flash.

Megapixels: 6.1, Media Format: CompactFlash, Maximum Resolution: 3008 x 2000 pixels, Type: D-SLR

Slightly larger LCD than the D70. Excellent flash coverage. Good menu structure.

Expensive.

The D70s is basically the popular D70 with a slightly larger LCD screen. It's an excellent 6.1MP D-SLR, but our Editors' Choice remains the Canon Rebel XT, an excellent (and less expensive) 8MP D-SLR.