Nikon D3000 SLR Digital Camera with 18-55mm VR Lens

The D3000 is the follow up to the popular D60 model. It keeps the same small form factor, while adding some extra features such 11 autofocus points, up from 3 in the D60. This is currently the best entry level camera being offered by Nikon.

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The D5000 is quite a unique camera.  While it is the spiritual successor of affordable, compact cameras in the Nikon line such as the D60, the D5000 manages to cost a little bit more, be a little bit larger, while offering quite a few more features than it's ancestors ever had.  One of the first features that sticks out when examining the D5000 is the swivel screen it offers.  This feature, when coupled with live view, comes in handy when trying to take shots in tight situations.

The sensor of the D5000 is also noteworthy.  It provides very high quality images at higher ISOs when compared with previous generation cameras.  Like other recent Nikon DSLRs, the D5000 has the ability to take high definition video.  The addition of the swivel screen makes this feature more useful than with other DSLRs, but I wouldn't buy the camera based on this fact.  What makes this camera stand out is the amazing image quality and features packed into a tiny, compact, travel worthy body.

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Canon and Nikon have been the big guns in the world of SLRs for ages, but Sony has gained market share fast, due to a very solid product offering. One of their unique selling points is the highly effective in body image stabilization system, which gives you a stabilized image with every lens.

The A230 is the current entry level model into the Sony line, and it offers some impressive features for its price. You get a 10 megapixel sensor, 9 point AF, eye start autofocus, and the normal in body stabilization. It comes in a very small and compact body, making it perfect for the travelers out there. Of course, there are a few caveats with Sony bodies, such as the proprietary flash system, but the A230 is such a solid camera at a great price that I would be willing to look past that issue. If you're looking for an entry level alternative to Nikon and Canon, the Alpha A230 is the camera to get.

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The Canon Rebel T1i offers more features than have ever been seen at this price range before.  As a part of Canon's entry level "Rebel" series, one might be tempted to think of this camera as just a plain camera.  This would be a mistake.  The T1i offers a very high resolution sensor at 15 megapixels.  It can record full HD video at 1920 x 1080 resolution (albeit at only 20fps).  For 720p video, it can shoot at 30 frame per second.

In terms of basic usability, users will be thrilled with the very sharp, high resolution 3 inch screen.  If you're been using an older camera, you won't believe how sharp this screen looks.

All these features come in the typical small and compact form factor of the Rebel series.  If you demand these features, but don't want a heavier camera, than the T1i is for you.

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For those looking to break into the Canon DSLR line, the Rebel XSi is one of the best entry level Canons yet.  Offering 12 megapixels and a slew of useful features, Canon really packs a lot into this guy.  You get features such as 9 point autofocus, live view, 14 bit RAW, and several other features normally associated with higher end cameras.

While having all of these features, the Rebel XSi still remains quite small and compact.  If you're a Canon shooter and need a camera for travel, this is an excellent value.  The kit lens with image stabilization (IS) is perfect for travel, since it is small, covers a versatile focus range, and the IS helps in situations where you might otherwise need a bulky tripod.  Even if you're not a traveler, these features still make for an excellent camera body.

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Canon EOS 40D 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)

The Canon 40D is one of the best prosumer cameras of all time.  Well built, feature rich, and quite fast, the 40D is about as much camera as most people will ever need.  Even though it has been superseded by the 50D, the 40D remains on many store shelves, making it an excellent buy.

Offering a frame rate of 6.5 FPS, 9 point auto focus, 10.1 megapixels, and a nice, big 3 inch LCD screen, hobbyists and pros who demand a full range of features will be quite satisfied with the 40D.  I had the opportunity to use one myself on a wildlife safari in Africa, and was quite impressed with how well the camera performed in getting photos in split second conditions with running animals.  The photos were in focus, sharp, and overall very nice looking.  A testament to abilities of the 40D.

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This is the big kahuna.  The follow up to the much lauded 5D, the Canon 5D Mark II takes the affordable full frame action to the next level.  Offering a mind boggling 21.1 megapixels of resolution, the Mark II takes things even further by offering a 1080p HD movie made.  Capable of amazing image quality, this camera is sure to be a hit with all sort of photographers seeking to make the best image possible.

The 5D Mark II has caught on with photographers and budding cinematographers alike.  If you're looking for the best image quality possible in a more affordable body, this is the camera for you.  Click below to buy.

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The Canon 50D is a marvel of consumer electronics technology.  Brutally fast and capable of producing amazingly high quality images, the 50D is quite the camera.  Offering high resolution, fast frame rates, live view, weather sealing, and a plethora of other features, the 50D is one of the best cropped sensor cameras on the market today.

There is something for every photographer to love.  The fast frame rate is great for sport shooters, while the high resolution makes it ideal for landscape photographers.  Those looking to do events and portraits will like the amazing array of high quality Canon prime lenses available for this camera. In short, if you are looking for one of the best "prosumer" DSLRs on the market today, the 50D might very well be for you.

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The Nikon D60 is the followup to the D40x. It is a light, small, consumer grade body that stills manages to take great photos. The D60 is excellent for those looking for a beginners DSLR that will help them get into the Nikon photo system at a reasonable price. The D60 might not win any awards for speed, but it provides all the basics in a very easy to use package. The kit lens that it comes with is now equipped with VR (Vibration Reduction) technology, which helps make it perform better in low light.

The compactness makes this a great choice for travelers, and the simple features work well for first time DSLR users.  In fact, I would venture to say that most people out there don't need much more camera than this. This body is a winner for sure, and should last the user for many years of great pictures.

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The D90 is the latest body in Nikon's series of prosumer bodies.  The followup to the D80, the D90 offers a superior CMOS sensor for lower noise at high ISOs, live view, and the much lauded movie feature, among many others.  This is a very worthy upgrade from the D80, and a very competent consumer camera for those not ready to step up to the full power that something like the D300 offers.  This camera is a tribute to just how far consumer level DSLRs have come over the years.  Here at Discount DSLRs, we show you the best prices on this great camera body.

If you're a fairly serious hobbyist looking for some higher end features such as wireless flash control, faster frame rates, and a built in auto-focus motor, the D90 is a worthy upgrade from the cheap D60.  In fact, you can almost think of it as a lighter, slower, and very much cheaper version of the D300.  It's just that good of a camera.

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