Nikon D40
The first among the digital single reflex cameras of Nikon is the Nikon D40. While the many camera manufacturers focus on the increase of the megapixel capacity of their cameras, Nikon D40 focuses on designing and incorporating features that would make a better camera as a whole.
The Nikon D40 therefore is a manifestation of the company’s efforts in providing photographers with a camera that does not only produce quality pictures, but assist the photographers in achieving these quality pictures.
The factors that are found to be necessary in producing a better camera include a sufficient viewfinder, a minimum viewfinder blackout, and a short shutter lag. All of these factors are incorporated into the design and the functions of Nikon D40. Aside from the standard features, the Nikon D40 also comes with a custom Auto ISO.
The standard features of the Nikon D40 is composed of a 6 megapixel resolution, 3D Color Matrix Metering II System, Multi-CAM530 three-area Auto Focus sensor, a 2.5 fps continuous shooting capacity, a 2.5 inch LCD monitor, a bigger viewfinder view, and in-camera retouching.
Moreover, the Nikon D40 is integrated with a USB port and a Mass Storage device support. It also uses the Lithium-Ion battery for longer operating life. As compared with the D50, Nikon D40 no longer has the status LCD which attributes to the smaller body of the D40. The important features of the D50 are still retained by the D40 though.
However, there is no internal drive focus motor in the Nikon D40 thus there is also no mechanical focus drive pin. This means that this camera can only Auto Focus with lenses that have built-in focus motors like the AF-S and the AF-I lenses. Nonetheless, the Nikon D40 is a good bargain because it is affordable, performing, compact, and lightweight.
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Nikon D60
The Nikon Digital SLR camera models are considered by many as one of the most competitive DLSR cameras in the market, along with Canon and Sony. The first of the Nikon DLSR cameras was introduced in 2006 with the D40 as the first model among this series. The D40 actually paved the way for the rest of the D Series because the D40 garnered a lot of approval and favor from the consumers. The Nikon D60 is the third innovation of the D Series.
There are a number of awesome features that are offered by the Nikon D60. These features include the 10 megapixel of resolution, the 3D Color Matrix Metering System, the New Image sensor cleaning system, the eye sensor, and the in-camera retouching function among others.
The higher 10 megapixel resolution of Nikon D60 contributes to the finer pictures that it produces along with defined colors. The New Image sensor cleaning system ensures that dots and lines are eliminated from the captured images. This system is responsible for clearer and high quality pictures.
The eye sensor of the Nikon D60 is responsible for automatically turning off the LCD display after a certain period of predetermined time that the display is no longer active. This means that the LCD viewing screen is no longer in use and should be shut off for power conservation. The in-camera retouching feature on the other hand, comes with a lot of functions that are very useful especially for beginners.
Aside from these features, the Nikon D60 is also packaged with an aura of user-friendliness such that “help suggestions” appear on the LCD monitors as this camera is being used for taking pictures. These “help suggestions” aid the photographer on the perfect setting and effects that would result in the production of better images.
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Pentax K-7
The Pentax K-7 is a digital single lens reflex camera with 14.6 megapixel of resolution that comes with a shake reduction feature. Also the Pentax K-7 consists of advance features that are only unique to this camera model.
Although the Pentax Digital Cameras have been recognized for their awesome designs, the Pentax K-7 specifically features innovations that are at par with best cameras in the market today, making the Pentax K-7 one of the most advanced digital SLR cameras in the market.
Some of the amazing features of the Pentax K-7 include its compact and small body that is made of magnesium alloy. While Pentax is known for its compact designs, the Pentax K-7 is considered the smallest SLR camera in the advanced photo enthusiast category. This design gives the advantage of travelling light in photo shoots.
Another high-end feature of Pentax K-7 is its 14.6 megapixel CMOS sensor. This sensor is added to reduce noise and to facilitate fast image capture by the addition of four channels. Furthermore, this sensor is also used for capturing high definition quality movies.
The new metering system of Pentax K-7 which is composed of 77 segments allows the quick and accurate determination of exposure which is critical in dynamic and complex lighting situations. In addition, an electronic level function is added on the Pentax K-7 for ensuring that images have appropriate level horizons for the minimal editing after the photo shoot.
Moreover, the Pentax K-7 digital SLR camera is recognized for its high-quality image reproduction, high performance PRIME II imaging engine, high quality movie recording, live view image confirmation, and its large three inches LCD monitor.
To top it all, the Pentax K-7 is equipped with the high end shake reduction mechanism which is also compatible with the other Pentax interchangeable lenses produced.
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1
One of the most popular camera models of Panasonic is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 which comes with a 12.1 megapixel resolution. It is a four-thirds type camera that comes with interchangeable lenses.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC GF1 is introduced in the market with wonderful features that totally give you a run for your money.
First and foremost, the Panasonic Lumix DMC GF1 is equipped with versatile features and superb images. This camera uses the four-thirds standard which is a design for camera bodies without the mirror box and optical viewfinder unit. This means therefore that the Panasonic Lumix DMC GF1 is able to minimize the size and weight as compared to other cameras of this kind. This feature works well with people that are always on the go and those who prefer high speed and compact cameras.
Another feature is the extended high definition movie recording capacity of the Panasonic Lumix DMC GF1 camera. This feature allows the consumer to take high quality photos and record high definition movies without sacrificing the quality of the other. This feature supports the MPEG -4/H.264 format with a high quality of sound supported by Dolby Digital Creator.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC GF1 also comes with a stylish body and a built-in flash. This built-in flash is actually hidden from sight and is popped out only when used through a single touch. Moreover the light intensity of the flash can also be adjusted depending on the lighting conditions of the environment.
Finally, the Panasonic Lumix DMC GF1 is equipped with the iA Mode which helps prevent shooting mistakes. The quality of the images produced is actually dependent on how the image was captured, among other factors. The iA mode therefore minimizes this tendency by incorporating the following features: face recognition, AF tracking, intelligent exposure, intelligent scene selector, and face detection.
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Nikon D80
The Nikon D80 is one of the first digital single reflex lens cameras produced by Nikon. Following after the introduction of the Nikon D70 in the market, the Nikon D80 was developed with similar, but improved features.
One of the major improvements that this camera has is its 10 megapixel of resolution as compared to the 6 megapixel resolution of the D70. In addition, the Nikon D80 comes with a wider flash coverage and an improved Auto Focus function.
The Nikon D80 is an interface between the beginners and the professional photographers with features that are so easy to perform, yet those that produce top quality photos. Some of amazing features of this digital SLR camera include its image processing engine, which is similar to that of the D200 and the D2X.
Another feature is the new 3D Color Matrix Metering System that it uses, which is comprised of a 420 pixel sensor. The Nikon D80 is also equipped with a mechanical shutter that has a flash sync capacity of 1/200 seconds. Moreover, this digital camera is powered by a higher capacity battery.
The most enticing feature of Nikon D80 is perhaps its in-camera retouching capability. With this function, the user can adjust the lighting effects of the camera from shadow to highlight enhancement. Furthermore, its retouching function can perform image overlay, and is capable of filtering effects for maximum quality of images. Most of all, the Nikon D80 in-camera retouching function is equipped with the red-eye reduction capability eliminating red eyes in the captured images.
According to a lot of photographers, the Nikon D80 offers competitive features with the top digital SLR cameras in the market with a significant difference in the prices. Therefore, for professional photographers and the aspiring ones, the Nikon D80 is the perfect gear up for you.
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Nikon D90
The Nikon D90 digital camera is equipped with the super density 3-inch dot color LCD monitor. This LCD monitor is composed of 920,000 dots.
Furthermore, the Nikon D90 is capable of capturing images into SD or SDHC memory cards. This feature enables a large number of photos to be stored in the camera depending on the capacity of its memory cards.
There are some pretty remarkable features that are coupled with the Nikon D90 cameras. Some of these features include the exceptional image quality that is expected of Nikon cameras. This is made possible through its 12.1 megapixel of resolution for clearer and finer images. The Nikon D90 is also ISO certified for high performance.
Another feature is the D-Movie Mode which produces a 720p high definition cinematic quality movie. This feature allows the recording of smooth 24fps motion pictures that are supported with the JPEG sound movie clips. In addition, the Nikon D90 is also equipped with a Live View function.
The Nikon D90 also comes with comprehensive shooting features including an 11-point autofocus system which is a faster and a more intelligent method of shooting photos. Furthermore, this system is backed up by the Scene Recognition System especially developed by Nikon for its cameras.
Truly these amazing features allocate for the high quality images that are produced by the Nikon D90 cameras.
The built-in image sensor cleaning system of the Nikon D90 is also one of its most attractive features. This cleaning system consists of ultrasonic sensors that ensures and frees the camera from degrading dust particles that might cause damage to it.
To top it all, the auto-active D-lighting feature of Nikon D90 appropriates for optimized details within highlights and shadows. The function of this feature is to tame the contrasts situations into real time for clearer and high quality images.
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Canon EOS Rebel XS / EOS 1000D
Although the Canon EOS1000D is not breaking any technological grounds, this digital SLT camera is focused on providing the standard features that photographers love in the EOS series, in a smaller size and a lower cost.
In fact, the Canon EOS1000D is described by Mogens Jensen, the Head of Canon Consumer Imaging Europe as “ a small camera with a big idea”.
This is indeed true because the Canon EOS1000D cameras offer a lot in such a small package. The idea of producing the EOS1000D is to make the superior imaging quality and adaptability of the EOS series more affordable to the consumers.
After the production of the EOS300D which was then considered the most affordable DLSR camera, the Canon EOS1000D was launched five years after as another cost- competitive Canon DLSR camera in the market.
The standard features of the Canon EOS1000D include a 10.1 megapixel resolution with CMOS sensor, the EOS Integrated Cleaning System, 2.5 inches LCD monitor, a 7-point wide area AF system, and shooting speed of up to 3 frames per second.
Moreover, the Canon EOS1000D is compatible with SD and SDHC memory cards and EF,EF-S lenses including the EX series. Like the other previous models of the EOS series, the Canon EOS1000D also comes with the DIGIC III image processor.
However, the Canon EOS1000D uses the pentamirror optical viewfinder and not the pentaprism viewfinder that up market Canon cameras use. Furthermore, image stabilization for EOS1000D is only available with special lenses that are compatible with this DLSR camera.
As compared to the EOS450D and EOS400D, the EOS1000D has a smaller LCD monitor, and a lesser AF system. On the other hand, despite these minor lags, the Canon EOS1000D is still a quality DLSR camera with features that have been proven to produce high quality images.
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Nikon D300
The Nikon D300 was launched just a few years after the earlier model of the D series, the D200 was introduced in the market. With the relatively short period difference between the two models, it is quite unbelievable for the improvements in the standard features to be significant.
As a start, the Nikon D300 comes with 12.3 megapixel resolution in contrast to the 10.2 megapixel resolution of the D200. In addition, the Nikon D300 is equipped with a 51-point AF system compared with the 11-point AF system of the Nikon D200. Indeed, this seems a milestone in the technological advancement of the D300 over the D200.
Basically, the key features of the Nikon D300 include the self cleansing sensor unit which employs the use of the low-pass filter vibration method. This system is responsible for quality pictures that are free from any effects of dust.
The Nikon D300 uses the Nikon EXPEED image processor especially developed for the Nikon DLSR D Series cameras. This unique image processor has the capability of capturing NX processing, and has a low power requirement.
Another important feature of the D300 is its super fast operation concluding to a shutter lag of 45ms, power up of 13 ms, and a black out of 100 ms. Moreover, the shutter life of the Nikon D300 camera is up to 150,0000 exposures. This camera is also capable of taking continuous shoots with a speed of 6 frames per second.
The Nikon D300 also comes with a 3-inch LCD monitor that is ideal for viewing, reviewing and editing of pictures. Shooting of pictures becomes very professional with its auto focus tracking system. This aids the photographer in the exact focus positioning of the objects.
Indeed, the Nikon D300 offers a lot of amazing features that are comparable to high end DLSR cameras of other prominent camera manufacturers.
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Canon EOS Rebel T1i / EOS 500D
The Canon ESO500D is one of the most amazing digital SLR cameras ever produced by Canon. It offers amazing features that would definitely make shooting pictures fun and exciting. Moreover, every image that is captured by the Canon ESO500D is assured of the finest qualities that are brought about by the high resolution imaging of this digital camera.
To start it off, the Canon ESO500D comes with an unbelievable 15.1 megapixel resolution which is very ideal for large pictures and poster sized images to be printed without sacrificing the quality. In addition, this camera is also equipped with the CMOS sensor which is helpful in low lighting conditions.
Another amazing feature is the Full High Definition recording capability of Canon ESO500D. Aside from the excellent still shooting capability of Canon, its full HD shooting is equally superb as well.
Since the Canon ESO500D is equipped with High ISO for low lighting conditions, it automatically adjusts its settings to such poor lighting conditions in order to maintain the good quality of the picture taken.
This digital camera is also very ideal for fast shooting because it has a speed of 3.4 frames per second in continuous bursts. The 3 inches LCD monitor enables convenient viewing and editing of photos most especially that this LCD monitor comes with a Live View Mode. Shooting off-centered objects are easier with the 9-point AF System of Canon ESO500D. This system provides for accurate focusing because of the high sensitivity cross-type sensor that it uses.
Moreover, the Canon ESO500D is coupled with the DIGIC 4 processor unique to Canon DLSR products only. The DIGIC 4, along with the CMOS sensor employed by this camera is responsible for smooth gradations and natural looking colors of the images. Canon ESO500D also has an EOS Integrated Cleaning System, and is compatible with EF, EF-S, and EX lenses.
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Canon EOS Rebel XSi / EOS 450D
It might be a little unbelievable, but for those who want to take shooting into a professional level, Canon EOS450D can definitely provide the means for you. The Canon EOS 450D is equipped with features and functions that would enable beginners to realize their shooting aspirations.
First and foremost, this camera consists of high innovations and sophisticated technologies that guarantee high quality pictures and convenience in taking them.
The Canon EOS450D is also known as the EOS Rebel XSi model which employs the standard features of the EOS series. However, this digital camera is integrated with new technologies and innovations that are a product of more than 20 years of extensive research and development of the EOS series.
The main features of Canon EOS450D include the 12.2 megapixel resolution with CMOS sensor responsible for clearer and good quality pictures. The Canon EOS450D also comes with EOS Integrated Cleaning System which uses the built-in dust prevention system for the protection of the images from the effects of dust.
Furthermore, the Canon EOS450D is also compatible with the EF,EF-S, and the EX Speedlite lenses. These lenses allow the full potential of the photographer in taking pictures, thus making every picture as unique as the photographers themselves.
Shooting pictures is more than convenient with the 3 inches LCD monitor screen that Canon EOS450D offers. With the integration of the 9-point AF system, indeed taking photos can be done professionally with this camera, even with beginners.
The 9-point AF System is a means of providing the photographers with the accurate and precise focusing system in taking pictures. There is therefore very little possibility that the images taken are out of focus because of this unique function.
The Canon EOS450D works with the DIGIC III image processor developed only for Canon DLSR cameras. To top it all, the EOS450D is lightweight and has a compact body.
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