DSLR (digital single lens reflex) cameras.
The most popular DSLR camera makers are Nikon and Canon.
The other brands of DSLR camera are good too.
Here is a link to a full review of the Nikon D7000 camera:
http://www.steves-digicams.com/camera-reviews/nikon/d7000-dslr/nikon-d7000-review.html
The "modes" found on small cameras are not always found in DSLR cameras.
DSLR cameras use different controls to do the same thing.
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im luking to buy a new camera ,
i perfer the compact build of an advanced camera , but of SLR is SLR

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