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Best digital SLRs for beginners
With so many digital SLRs on the market today it's no wonder that the decision can be a daunting one for someone who is just starting out. We've chosen a range of dSLRs that are suitable for beginners.
Exposure: Sabrina Wong
Photographer Sabrina Wong creates stylised scenes and exotic backdrops to highlight her unique take on portraiture and character photography on this month's Exposure.
Reviews
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Nikon D5000
Judged on its own merits, the D5000 is a great digital SLR for those wanting something a bit better than the entry-level D60 model, and equals or betters a lot of the performance specifications of the D90.
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Canon EF-S 18-55mm IS kit lens
The Canon EF-S 18-55mm IS kit lens is a solidly performing medium-zoom lens, with good optics and image stabilisation, that will appeal to more than just the entry-level crowd.
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Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III
The 1Ds Mark III marks another high-end success for Canon, though you'll need a lot of spare cash if you want to own this ground-breaking camera.
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Nikon D2Xs
Nikon's flagship dSLR ranks among the best 35mm-format cameras currently made, but some pros may take umbrage with its less-than-full-frame sensor.
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Canon EOS 400D
The Canon 400D remains a very good first dSLR, with a balance of automatic, semi-automatic and manual controls to progress through as your creative photography skills improve.
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Canon EOS 20D
A nicely designed dSLR with class-leading resolution, speed, and low-light performance.
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Nikon D2X
The D2X will give Canon's EOS-1D Mark II stiff competition among pros not heavily invested in a particular brand's lenses.
Features
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Q&A: Canon helps usher in the video SLR era
In this interview for CNET, Chuck Westfall, technical adviser for Canon's professional products marketing division, answers questions on the future of dSLR, video technology and provides insights into the company's future.
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CNET.com.au's digital SLR superguide
Digital SLR cameras have opened up a world of new opportunities in photography. This guide will walk you through the choices and let you take your images to the next level.
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Digital SLR buying guide
CNET.com.au gives you the low-down on what to look for in a digital SLR camera.
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Digital SLRs that won't burn your pocket
You don't need to reach deep into your pockets to own a digital SLR. We've rounded up these shooters under the AU$2,000 price point.
News
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Digital SLRs bring lens quandary
Changes that came with higher-end digicam models may have brought more diversity than some buyers bargained for.
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