Reviewed on July 15, 2009The Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 is a solid entry-level dSLR that will surely have its fans, but unless you really want Live View, its cheaper sibling, the A230, is a better deal.TAGS:SLR, lens, Sony Corp., CCD, LCD, camera
Reviewed on June 14, 2010The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 is a compact megazoom camera that is capable of taking some excellent photos, just at a leisurely pace, but at a good price.TAGS:Sony Cyber-Shot, D-Pad, lens, Sony Corp., LCD, setting, camera, battery
Reviewed on July 22, 2009If you don't mind its extra bulk and narrow lens, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 is an otherwise excellent compact megazoom camera.TAGS:Sony Cyber-Shot, camera, lens, Sony Corp., setting, battery
Reviewed on October 6, 2008The Canon EF 70-200mm f4 IS USM L lens is a professional grade 70-200mm lens without the size and heft, as well as price, as found in f2.8 versions.TAGS:lens, Canon Inc., meter, SLR
Reviewed on April 5, 2009An excellent flash-based prosumer HD camcorder, you may nevertheless pass on the Canon Vixia HF S10 because it lacks an eye-level viewfinder. And the identical--but cheaper, because it has no built-in memory--Vixia HF S100 may also be a better buy.TAGS:Canon Vixia, lens, camcorder, Canon Inc., photograph, video
Reviewed on May 23, 2007Canon's XH A1 and XH G1 are excellent camcorders for entry-level professionals and independent filmmakers, with hard-to-beat prices for what they offer.TAGS:Canon XH, Canon Inc., lens, 1080i, camcorder, camera
Reviewed on January 27, 2009A great follow-up to the 5D and top-flight full-frame camera, the Canon EOS 5D Mark II delivers the fluid shooting experience and fine photos you expect from a professional model.TAGS:Canon Inc., lens, camera
Reviewed on November 19, 2008As long as you don't need seriously high-resolution photos, video capture, or machine-gun-fast sports shooting, the Nikon D700 has everything you need in a pro full-frame camera for a reasonable price.TAGS:Nikon Corp., grip, lens, compensation, switch, Canon Inc., SLR, button, photograph
Reviewed on February 8, 2010If you're a Live View-oriented shooter who doesn't care about color accuracy, the Sony Alpha DSLR-A550's good performance and decent noise profile make it attractive for the money. Otherwise, you can find a better camera.TAGS:dot, lens, segment, coverage, JPEG, SLR, Sony Corp., shot, LCD, button
Reviewed on October 11, 2007A top-of-the-line amateur digital SLR camera, the Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 will delight Konica Minolta diehards and makes a great choice if you don't already have a stake in other lens systems.TAGS:lens, kit, SLR, Minolta, Sony Corp., Canon Inc., camera
Reviewed on March 22, 2010The Panasonic SDR-S50 standard-definition camcorder is worth considering for its manual controls and powerful zoom lens in a very compact body--not video quality.TAGS:lens, SDHC, camcorder, Panasonic, joystick, SD card, battery, video, photograph
Reviewed on March 9, 2010A very good, fully loaded compact megazoom, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 offers a lot of shooting flexibility and a built-in GPS.TAGS:Panasonic Lumix, Panasonic, GPS, lens, LCD, camera, battery, photograph