What is the best SLR digital camera to buy?

7 Comments

1. screwdriver says:

   December 7, 2010 at 7:50 am

   How about the new Pentax Kr? Image stabilisation built into the camera so any lens you fit is image stabilised at no extra cost. Probably the best APS sensor in any DSLR not just entry level, all the functions you will ever need some only available on a Pentax. By far the cheapest system to buy into. True compatibility with old manual lenses, there are thousands of these around reasonably priced (less than £100, often a lot less). I could go on, but that’s enough I hope.

   Here’s a well regarded independent review

   http://www.dpreview.com/news/1009/10090910pentaxkr.asp

   Chris
2. H says:

   December 7, 2010 at 8:41 am

   Any Canon Rebel series would do.
3. DigitalPhotography says:

   December 7, 2010 at 9:27 am

   Hey,

   For around $500, I recommend Canon EOS XS and Nikon D3000. However, the D3000 has no Live View and no AF motor, so not all lenses will auto focus.

   Here’s a post called ‘Buying a DSLR, what’s important, megapixels, features, brand, price, quality and which one to buy – http://www.the-dslr-photographer.com/2009/03/which-dslr-to-buy.html

   Good luck!
4. Megan Nelson says:

   December 7, 2010 at 10:05 am

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5. Spipa P says:

   December 7, 2010 at 10:16 am

   I would consider Canon EOS Rebel T2i 18 MP CMOS APS-C Digital SLR Camera
   * 18.0-megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor;
   * DIGIC 4 image processor for high image quality and speed
   * ISO 100-6400 (expandable to 12800) for shooting from bright to dim light;
   * enhanced 63-zone, Dual-layer metering system
   * Improved EOS Movie mode with manual exposure control and expanded recording 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
   * Wide 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor;
   * Dedicated Live View/Movie shooting button
   * New compatibility with SDXC memory cards,
   * Plus new menu status indicator for Eye-Fi support
6. Sona Mathvan says:

   December 7, 2010 at 11:08 am

   i suggest u slr digital c amera which one of the best
   10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for poster-size, photo-quality prints
   Large 2.5-inch LCD display; includes Canon’s EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens
   DIGIC III image processor provides fast, accurate image processing; Live View Function
   EOS Integrated Cleaning system and Canon-designed Self Cleaning Sensor Unit, plus Dust Delete Data Detection in included software
   Stores images on SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
7. Kevin Kevin says:

   December 7, 2010 at 11:44 am

   Nikon D3100 14.2MP Digital SLR Camera
   https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ZYF3LO?tag=02010-20

   Technical Details

   * 14.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor; 3-inch monitor with One-Touch Live View shooting and movie capture
   * Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization lens
   * Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound
   * Easy-To-Use Nikon Guide Mode with intuitive controls and on-board assistance
   * Capture images to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards (not included)

   Review: I recently updated my DSLR collection to the Nikon D3100 from the Nikon D70. There are good reviews out there that you should check out. However, I would like to share some of my first impressions.

   Pro:
   -Better image quality and lower noise at high ISO with the D3100
   -MUCH MUCH lighter, which will be nice when traveling
   -Larger LCD screen
   -11 focus points, including 3D focus which tracks the motion of the subject or camera.
   -1080p Video
   -14 megapixels
   -2nd Generation DSLR
   -Quiet, quiet, quiet

   Cons:
   -No bracketing option. Not a huge deal since I only bracket once a year
   -Cannot use my old 50mm 1.8 lens. I knew this before purchasing the camera.
   -As of 10/1/2010, Camera RAW for the D3100 is not supported in Photoshop or Lightroom. Need to shoot .jpg + RAW or use Nikon Capture NX2 for RAW files. That should be updated soon, so not a big deal.
   -Can hear the lens focusing when recording video.
   -No depth of field preview.
   -Can’t use wireless remote

   I’m an amateur photographer and this camera meets my needs. I love the fact that it’s small and light, with great quality images. If I were a serious photographer and had more money to spare, I would wait and check out the D7000, which appears to have phenomenal specs. I’m happy with my purchase and I highly recommend this camera.