Tags: digital slr, imaging

Olympus E-520

The E-520 adds an appealing range of features to the existing Olympus line-up of dSLRs, but mostly for the first-time buyer. Apart from image stabilisation built into the body and the ability to use older lenses on the Four Thirds system, there is not much that really sets the E-520 apart from other cameras in its class.

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Canon EOS 50D

The 50D is remarkably similar to the 40D in terms of performance, looks and features — but if you can spare the extra cash, it's a much nicer package.

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Canon EOS 1000D

The Canon EOS 1000D is a good entry-level dSLR, but only its photo quality stands out among the competition.

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Olympus E-420

The Olympus E-420 is a good beginner's dSLR with an extremely compact footprint that should go well with travellers. Just don't expect any fancy features for this budget model.

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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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Apple upgrades Aperture ambitions to 2.0

No, the company wasn't letting its high-end photo-editing tool wither on the vine. With Aperture 2.0, Apple put the ball back in Adobe's court for raw image editing.

Apple camera support catches partway up to Adobe

Apple's Leopard OS 10.5.2 update supports new Canon, Nikon, and Sony SLRs — months later than Adobe's software. Also included: a Lightroom-related bug fix.

Vista supports Pentax 'raw' camera images

Pentax has released software that lets Windows Vista read and manipulate "raw" images taken directly from higher-end Pentax cameras' image sensors without in-camera processing.

Capture One 4 raw-image software released

Phase One, a maker of high-end digital-camera components, has released the first major update to its raw-image conversion software in years.

2007: Digital SLR market booms

In digital photography, 2007 was a strong year for higher-end digital SLRs.

How to clean your digital SLR

To get the best-quality images from your dSLR, you'll need to give it a dust every now and then, both on the inside and out. CNET.com.au guides you step-by-step through cleaning your camera to make your photos blemish-free.

Flash of brilliance: Using hotshoe strobes

Get the most out of your digital SLR and flash unit with these hot tips.

Digital photo basics

Whether you've just bought a digital camera or are in the market for one, you'll learn the basics of buying and using a digicam in this introductory primer on digital photography.

Five tips for better portrait shots

A good portrait has the ability to convey the subjects' state of emotion. Whether your subject is old or young, you will capture them in their best moments with these handy tips.

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.

Best digital SLR for beginners

If you're looking to buy your first dSLR, you're spoilt for choice — or possibly overwhelmed by the options.

CNET.com.au's digital SLR superguide

Digital SLR cameras have opened up new opportunities that change the way images look and are used. This guide will help you take your images to the next level.

Digital SLR buying guide

CNET.com.au gives you the low-down on what to look for in a digital SLR camera.

Olympus debuts E-Series digital SLR range

At a global announcement yesterday afternoon, Olympus announced its E-Series digital SLR range. Consisting of three new models, the focus was on the E-410 -- a dSLR aimed at "everyday" users.

Digital cameras and imaging myths busted

CNET.com.au paparazzi hunts down the common folklore about digital imaging and bring them to light.

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VRstitcher Fisheye Pro 7.0.6

Build full-360 images from digital SLR cameras.

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Apple Digital Camera RAW Support 2.2

Enhance RAW file format compatibility for digital SLR cameras.

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C-Photo Recovery 1.2

Recover your deleted pictures and corrupted photographs.

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ACDSee Pro 2 Photo Manager 2.0.219

View, process, edit, organize, catalog, publish, and archive your photo collections.

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D-Photo Recovery 1.0.1

Recover deleted photos from hard drives and flash memory cards.

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