Top 10 Digital SLR Cameras
Single-lens reflex cameras offer powerful features and the flexibility of interchangeable lenses, so you can shoot like the pros.
Melissa J. Perenson
Bottom Line:
Nikon scores high for offering great image quality and terrific design--including rudimentary video recording, a DSLR first.
PC World Rating:
88.0
- Megapixels: 12.3
- Battery life: 273.5
- LCD screen size: 3
- Weight: 40.5
- Sensor type: CCD
Bottom Line:
Though this is not a must-buy upgrade over the 40D, it does have some new and friendly features and shooting modes.
PC World Rating:
87.6
- Megapixels: 15.1
- Battery life: 273.5
- LCD screen size: 3
- Weight: 50.6
- Sensor type: CCD
Bottom Line:
A high-quality, respectable member of its class, but noise handled poorly above ISO 800
PC World Rating:
86.3
- Megapixels: 24.6
- Battery life: 273.5
- LCD screen size: 3
- Weight: 88.4
- Sensor type: CCD
Bottom Line:
The D300 has high resolution, a very fast burst-shooting capability, and exceptional flexibility, though it's quite complex.
PC World Rating:
84.7
- Megapixels: 12.3
- Battery life: 273.5
- LCD screen size: 3
- Weight: 47.2
- Sensor type: CCD
Bottom Line:
The Rebel Xsi provides a strong range of capabilities, but it may cost more money than entry-level buyers want to spend
PC World Rating:
84.0
- Megapixels: 12.2
- Battery life: 273.5
- Memory type: SD Memory Card,SDHC Memory Card
- LCD screen size: 3
- Weight: 25.8
- Sensor type: CCD
Bottom Line:
This model packs many features and impressed us in daylight, but its high-ISO performance was unimpressive
PC World Rating:
82.7
- Megapixels: 12.3
- Optical zoom: 3.8
- LCD screen size: 2.7
- Weight: 43
- Sensor type: CCD
Bottom Line:
A complex, well-made camera with tons of controls, the A700 takes exceptionally sharp, well-exposed shots.
PC World Rating:
82.5
- Megapixels: 12.24
- Battery life: 273.5
- Memory type: CompactFlash,Memory Stick Duo,Memory Stick PRO Duo
- LCD screen size: 3
- Weight: 45.1
- Sensor type: CCD
Bottom Line:
The K2000 is a beginner-friendly DSLR with body-based stabilization, but autofocus speed and controls are drawbacks.
PC World Rating:
81.6
- Megapixels: 10.2
- Optical zoom: 3
- LCD screen size: 2.7
- Weight: 28.3
- Sensor type: CCD
Bottom Line:
This well-rounded model has tons of features, and a handy tilt-and swivel screen. But auto-mode images were middling.
PC World Rating:
81.3
- Megapixels: 12.3
- Optical zoom: 3
- LCD screen size: 2.7
- Sensor type: CCD
Bottom Line:
A pleasure to use, the D700 offers versatiity via its full-frame sensor, which allows true wide angles, and built-in flash.
PC World Rating:
80.0
- Megapixels: 12.1
- Battery life: 273.5
- LCD screen size: 3
- Weight: 59
- Sensor type: CCD
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