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Plasma vs. LCD: Six things you need to know

You know you want a flat TV, but you may not know whether a plasma or an LCD is best for you. We examine what you should consider before buying.

Digital camera buying guide

So you're looking for a brand new compact digital camera? CNET Australia is here to help with our guide to choosing and buying a compact digital camera.

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Reviews

  • Sharp LC42D77X

    The Sharp LC42D77X is a great TV let down by poor sound. But if you have a sound system already then the set's belting image quality makes it worth considering.

  • 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.

  • Sony XEL-1

    Sure, the Sony XEL-1 OLED is ludicrously expensive, but it is also hands-down the most impressive television we have ever seen. Read our Australian-first review.

  • Sony Bravia KDL46EX1

    The Sony Bravia KDL46EX1 is a gorgeous looking unit that shows the tremendous promise of wireless HD technology. But we’d hold off on investing till it matures a little.

  • Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT1

    For a camera that can cope with everything you throw at it, from a pool party to a safari, the Lumix DMC-FT1 is rather good at its job. Expect excellent quality HD video and great photos, if you can look past the slightly slow performance times.

  • Nikon D3X

    Normally we would express disappointment with a camera being overly similar to a predecessor, but not in this instance. Nikon has improved, refined and upped the megapixel count from the D3 to produce a professional-grade camera with every function you could ever wish for, apart from video recording.

  • Nikon Coolpix P90

    The P90 is a competent superzoom with an impressive burst rate, but loses out against its competitors on image quality and features.

  • JVC Everio GZ-HD40

    JVC's CMOS-based Everio GZ-HD40 finally offers AVCHD recording, but a few shortcomings keep us from giving it a full recommendation.

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Features

  • Getting to know your camcorder

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Gaming and computer tips for TVs

    Modern flat-panel TVs are like a Swiss army knife with a multitude of functionalities, and so here are some tips to reproduce the best picture quality from your gaming console and computers.

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  • CES 2009 preview: Televisions

    This year's CES will bring the usual array of extremely large, easy-to-write-about televisions, as well as OLED, LED LCDs, 200Hz, dejuddering and ultrathins.

  • What's next for Apple? We think it's the remote

    After looking at what Apple has done in the past, there are some clues going forward. A good place to look is some of its older products, both software and hardware.

  • Don't bury the tube TV quite yet

    As consumers continue to scoop up CRTs, it appears the reports of the demise of the old-style sets have been greatly exaggerated.

  • High-def buyers face upgrade headaches

    Australians may be snapping up high definition (HD) capable equipment, but movie studios and technology vendors face a potential public relations disaster if they can't help consumers avoid compatibility problems that could potentially force consumers to repurchase equipment down the road.

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DIYs and How-to

  • 720p vs 1080p: Which should I buy?

    Looking to buy a new television and wondering whether it's worth saving money on a lower-resolution set? We go over the pros and cons of 1080p and 720p.

  • Why HDMI? What you need to know before going digital

    Tired of all those messy home theatre cables ruining your living room's feng shui? Wondering why analog cables are still connecting your all-digital gear? There is a solution — HDMI.

  • Camera phone buying guide

    Digital cameras have become an inseparable component of mobile phone technology. With the quality of these cameras continually improving, CNET.com.au is here to guide you through the various pitfalls of separating the gems from the junk.

  • CNET monitor buying guide

    Confused by the choice in monitors these days? We separate the muck from the magic.

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