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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.

Edited by Melissa J. Perenson

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1. Nikon D90

Megapixels: 12.3 megapixels; Battery life: 273.5; LCD screen size: 3 inches; Weight: 40.5 ounces; Sensor type: CCD

Bottom Line: Nikon scores high for offering great image quality and terrific design--including rudimentary video recording, a DSLR first.

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2. Canon EOS 50D

Megapixels: 15.1 megapixels; Battery life: 273.5; LCD screen size: 3 inches; Weight: 50.6 ounces; 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.

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3. Sony Alpha A900

Megapixels: 24.6 megapixels; Battery life: 273.5; LCD screen size: 3 inches; Weight: 88.4 ounces; Sensor type: CCD

Bottom Line: A high-quality, respectable member of its class, but noise handled poorly above ISO 800

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4. Nikon D300

Megapixels: 12.3 megapixels; Battery life: 273.5; LCD screen size: 3 inches; Weight: 47.2 ounces; Sensor type: CCD

Bottom Line: The D300 has high resolution, a very fast burst-shooting capability, and exceptional flexibility, though it's quite complex.

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5. Canon EOS Rebel XSi

Megapixels: 12.2 megapixels; Battery life: 273.5; Memory type: SD Memory Card,SDHC Memory Card; LCD screen size: 3 inches; Weight: 25.8 ounces; 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

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6. Olympus E-30

Megapixels: 12.3 megapixels; Optical zoom: 3.8X; LCD screen size: 2.7 inches; Weight: 43 ounces; Sensor type: CCD

Bottom Line: This model packs many features and impressed us in daylight, but its high-ISO performance was unimpressive

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7. Sony DSLR-A700

Megapixels: 12.24 megapixels; Battery life: 273.5; Memory type: CompactFlash,Memory Stick Duo,Memory Stick PRO Duo; LCD screen size: 3 inches; Weight: 45.1 ounces; Sensor type: CCD

Bottom Line: A complex, well-made camera with tons of controls, the A700 takes exceptionally sharp, well-exposed shots.

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8. Pentax K2000

Megapixels: 10.2 megapixels; Optical zoom: 3X; LCD screen size: 2.7 inches; Weight: 28.3 ounces; Sensor type: CCD

Bottom Line: The K2000 is a beginner-friendly DSLR with body-based stabilization, but autofocus speed and controls are drawbacks.

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9. Nikon D5000

Megapixels: 12.3 megapixels; Optical zoom: 3X; LCD screen size: 2.7 inches; 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.

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10. Nikon D700

Megapixels: 12.1 megapixels; Battery life: 273.5; LCD screen size: 3 inches; Weight: 59 ounces; 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.

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