The D3000 packs all the innovation and advanced engineering for which Nikon is famous into a light, compact body. And with the D3000, advanced doesn’t mean difficult. Its leading-edge technology resides behind a user-friendly interface that makes it extraordinarily simple to take the kinds of photos you’ve always wanted to take.Imagine all the high-tech wizardry of advanced digital SLR picture taking in an easy-to-use camera. Now imagine the D3000, a camera that combines famous Nikon technology with simplicity never before found in a camera so advanced. The D3000 features a new Guide mode, intuitive in-camera assistance that allows even first-time users to transform everyday moments into stunning pictures

Pentax K-7

The K-7 has been developed as a high-end model of the PENTAX K digital SLR camera series. True to its series concept, it was designed not only to assure outstanding image quality, but also to provide exceptional ease and comfort of operation and the utmost satisfaction to photo enthusiasts of all levels, including advanced amateurs. After making a thorough review of all essential digital SLR camera components and functions, PENTAX has revised and upgraded many of them, including viewfinder, shutter unit, continuous-shooting capacity, and exposure and autofocus systems. Protected by a durable, high-quality metallic body, but the K-7 is designed to be extremely compact and functional – just like all other K-series models – for enhanced portability and maneuverability. In addition, it has added several user-friendly features, including video recording, high dynamic range (HDR), and automatic horizon correction. All of these make the K-7 a tremendous photographic tool, perfect for all discerning digital SLR photographers.

Sony A850

Sharing design and technological similarities with the flagship α900, the α850 with its massive 24.6 megapixel resolution, is a full-frame Digital SLR camera for discerning photographers. New technologies like the advanced Exmor CMOS Sensor and Dual BIONZ processor work together to enable exceptionally fast shooting, reduced noise on the sensor and richly detailed images even in low-light conditions. The camera’s optical glass pentaprism viewfinder aids accurate shot composition, offering an extremely bright view with minimal distortion and an approximate 98% field coverage. SteadyShot INSIDE™ in-body optical stabilisation system delivers up to four steps of anti-shake correction with all compatible lenses, opening up even greater creative possibilities when shooting handheld.

This is a camera for the serious photographer – whether it’s about artistic expression, professional quality, or simply photographic enjoyment, the α850 will help you take your images to the next level.

Canon EOS 500D Digital SLR Camera

I have upgraded from a Canon 350D to this 500D. Why? a) More pixels so I can crop without worrying too much. b) Screen on the 350D is far too small for my eyesight. The 500 screen is marvellous even held high. c) Auto Sensor cleaning. d) better quality images. e) video is a bonus but not on my wish list but nice to have anyway and it works great. I also looked at the 50D but chose to instead spend the difference in price on buying a Speedlight 580EX ll which is really good.

I mainly use a Canon 18-200mm since I normally have a dog lead in one hand and a camera in the other and stopping to change lenses is not really an option…. and the lens is plenty good enough.

I have just taken photos at a private function, mainly indoors and the quality is great.

My only gripe with the 500D is that if you are like me and constantly switch the camera off and on you really need to be careful that in so doing you haven’t moved the function wheel. I pretty much always have mine set to AV and I have been caught out a few times having knocked the wheel over to Manual.

All in all I am tickled pink with the 500D and can recommend it without hesitation.

Canon EOS 7D Digital SLR

Canon EOS 7D Digital SLR
The EOS 7D is built to match the passion of photographers. The 18MP sensor, 8fps shooting, high ISO performance, Intelligent Viewfinder, plus Full HD 1080 movie shooting with a choice of frame rates, offer performance with unprecedented versatility.