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  Nikon today announced a new FX-format DSLR that claims to take top notch photos under low-light conditions. The 12.1MP D3S borrows the image quality and speed from D3 but brings exceptional sensitivity range going up to ISO 102,400 with low noise and decent image quality to satisfy the needs of offset printing. Enhanced picture [...]

  If you’re looking to step up from a point-and-shoot to a decently spec’d DSLR, Pentax’s got something for you. The K-x brings in number of features for a sensible price tag. Equipped with a CMOS image sensor that can take pictures at 12.4 megapixel resolution, Pentax Prime II image processing engine and automatic mode, [...]

  Canon has made its mid-range EOS 7D DSLR official. Aimed at pros and advanced amateur photographers, the camera is touted as the most innovative and functional DSLR from Canon till date. Equipped with 18MP APS-C-sized CMOS sensor and dual DIGIC 4 Imaging processor, it will make sure the snaps captured won’t go unnoticed. It [...]

  In addition to A500 series DSLRs, Sony also announced a full-frame Alpha A850 DSLR. The new DSLR builds on the features of Sony’s A900 camera but at a lesser price. The 24.6 megapixel A850 integrates a 35mm full-frame Exmor sensor coupled with dual BIONZ imaging processors to capture topnotch photos. A850 has a unique [...]

  The leak on the official site way back in May has now come to fruition as Sony officially announced A500 and A550 DSLRs. Both these Alpha cameras boast the unique sensor-processor combination in the form of Exmor-BIONZ that helps to take improved quality photos in low-light scenarios. The A500 and A550 are capable of [...]

  In addition to D300s, Nikon also introduced the D3000 DSLR that goes for the first time DSLRers. The camera comes with a special Guide Mode that gives a walkthrough of every feature of the camera and helping them to take better pictures. The camera boasts a 10.2MP CCD image sensor, EXPEED imaging processor, 3-inch [...]

  The roadmap leak was spot on as Nikon has announced two new DSLRs – D300s and D3000. Taking most of the features from D300, the D300s adds HD video recording at 720p resolution (24fps) and capable to record audio with the built-in mic or mic input. On the still photography front, D300s is equipped [...]

  One attentive user managed to spot the existence of Alpha A500 Series DSLRs. Apparently found on Sony’s Canada website under the camera registration dropdown menu, the list pointed to DSLRA500, DSLRA500S, DSLRA550 and DSLRA550S. The feature set is totally absent for now but we can expect these to add HD recording which have been [...]

  Sony has officially introduced a trio of DSLRs targeted at first time DSLR adopters. The 10.2-megapixel A230, A330 and 14.2 megapixel A380 go head to head in features except that A330 and A380 boast a screen that can be tilted up or down. Common features include SteadyShot INSIDE, 2.7-inch display, Quick AF Live View, [...]

  You seldom see a company leaking its own product but apparently this happened with Sony recently on its Russian site. The site leaked three new DSLRs briefly – Alpha 230, 330 and 380 before taking it down. Those few minutes were actually enough for some as they managed to note the intrinsic details of [...]

  Nikon has made its entry level D5000 DSLR offering official. The compact 12.3 megapixel camera is aimed at first time and pro DSLR users because of its integration of easy to use controls and giving decent features as well as performance. It has a unique 2.7-inch Variangle swiveling screen, subject tracking autofocus, 19 automatic [...]

  Canon today announced an entry level DSLR that will give the goodness of EOS 50D and EOS 5D Mark II at a very pocket friendly price. Rebel T1i, as the Americans know or EOS 500D incorporates a 15.1MP APS-C CMOS sensor supporting full 1080p HD video recording at 20 fps. The camera boasts the [...]

  A rumor emerged on a Japanese forum claiming the existence of Sony’s Alpha A800 DSLR. The camera is expected to be unveiled at the PMA 2009 in March. The feature set is good and inclusion of Wi-Fi only makes it better. Features: – 15.2 megapixel sensor – ISO 200 to 12,800 support – New [...]

  Pentax will soon be selling an entry-level DSLR K-m (K2000 in US) with the target market of first time DSLR adopters. It has got the features what you would expect from a DSLR yet easy enough to understand. It has an effective pixel rate of 10.2 megapixels, capable to shoot JPEG, RAW as well [...]

  Canon revealed, G10 the top of the line Powershot digital camera from the G-Series. It is an upgrade over its predecessor G9 which gives the benefits of shooting RAW images just like a DSLR but in a small compact form factor of a point-and-shoot camera. G10 is equipped with 14.7 megapixel sensor, 5X optical [...]