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.
Get Wet Cameras and housings perfect for poolside  Whether you're content to shoot from shoreline or want to dive in to snorkeling or scuba, with the right accessories, your camera also can come along, without fear of damage. Underwater housings protect your gear from the elements—even the salty seaside air can wreak havoc, and sand is no friend either. So before you hit the beach, get your photo gear a swimsuit, too. |
9 New D-SLRs Hot 2024 models add high-tech features for less money  If the first few months of 2024 are any indication, this will be another big year for D-SLRs. Nine D-SLR models have been introduced so far, adding many new choices in the entry-level and midrange categories. All offer 10 megapixels or more, and seven of them sell for $800 or less, including a 14-megapixel model. There's also a new 10-megapixel D-SLR with live-view capability for under $500. Interested? Let's check them out. |
D-SLRS: Pro Vs. Enthusiast We compare each brand’s entry-level models with its pro offerings to see what we’re getting dollar for dollar  We all know that top-of-the-line pro digital SLRs cost a lot more than entry-level models. There often are huge differences in quality and performance between the two, but not always. Entry-level models are becoming increasingly sophisticated and capable of image quality that's even better than pro cameras produced just a few years ago. Some entry-level cameras even share some of the same components and features as the latest pro models within the same brand. |
First Look: Sigma DP1 A compact digital camera with the sensor—and sensibility—of a D-SLR  Sigma is best known for its wide line of lenses, but the company has also produced a series of film and digital SLRs. Now, it has taken the big sensor from its latest D-SLR and put it into a compact digital camera body with a lens designed specifically for the sensor. The compact size and D-SLR image quality make this a great camera when you want to travel very light. |
Sweet Spot D-SLRs Between the pro and entry-level models lies a paradise of high-performance features, ease of use and excellent value  "Sweet-spot" D-SLRs are those between the entry-level models and the often much pricier, larger and heavier pro models. They're in the sweet spot because, though they're much closer to the entry-level models in price, they share a lot of features with pro models. That makes them great choices for many photographers, including pros on a budget and enthusiasts alike. |
Toolbox: Take Me With You Compact cameras offer quick shooting, easy portability and advanced features  The best camera is the one you actually take with you. It's true that for ultimate image quality and control, compact cameras can't beat digital SLRs, but advances in technology have made pocketable models a terrific alternative for many situations. We're not suggesting that you replace your D-SLR, but rather that you give yourself the option of a smaller system when size and weight matter. With sensor sizes hitting the 12-megapixel range, compacts are a great solution for occasions when a D-SLR and its various accessories would be a burden. |
D-SLR Systems Get a grip on the complete offerings from the major camera makers when selecting your new D-SLR  Buying a D-SLR is a little different than buying most other high-tech devices. You're also selecting a complete photo system, from lenses and flash to accessories and software. The "right" camera for your needs, present and future, depends a lot on what you expect from your system. |
First Look: Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 This new 10.1-megapixel D-SLR features a 2.5-inch rotating live-view monitor, face detection and much more  Panasonic's first D-SLR, the Lumix DMC-L1, was a 7.5-megapixel model similar in form and function to the Olympus EVOLT E-330, the first D-SLR to offer a live-view LCD monitor. Now Panasonic has introduced its second D-SLR, the 10.1-megapixel Lumix DMC-L10, with a more conventional appearance and a live-view monitor that tilts and rotates. The new camera is geared toward the compact digital camera user who wants such SLR advantages as interchangeable lenses and better image quality and autofocusing performance. |
First Look: Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 The next generation of alpha switches to a newly designed, higher-res CMOS sensor, and that's just for starters  Before Sony and Konica Minolta announced a partnership to develop Sony's first D-SLR in July 2024, Sony's previous contribution to the digital camera market had been limited to compacts and super-zoom advanced compacts. Then in March 2024, Konica Minolta announced it was leaving the photography business and transferring its camera technologies to Sony. |
