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Olympus PEN E-PL1 with 14-42mm lens

$529.00 to $630.00



The Olympus PEN E-PL1 is greater than the sum of its parts. The small camera body is packed with technology normally found in bigger, bulkier cameras and High Definition (HD) camcorders. With features like the new Live Guide and one-touch HD Video - the E-PL1 is an easy-to-use and portable all-in-one package that travels with you to capture all the details of your life. Shoot stills and movies - HD movies! Recording HD movies with the E-PL1 is simple thanks to an easy-to-reach red "direct button" (red record button) on the back of the camera body. Live Guide simplifies great photography and gets the results you desire at the touch of a button. Want a brighter or darker subject, or a sharper or softer background? Want more vivid or muted Color in your shot? Want warmer or cooler tones? Simply press ok while in iAuto, select Live Guide and press up or down arrows on the back of the camera to slide through all these photographic effects on the LCD and make adjustments before snapping the shot. Forget about learnMinimize

Manufacturer:Olympus Key FeaturesLensImage QualityExposure ControlStorageFlashViewfinder / DisplayInterfacesIncluded FeaturesDimensions
Camera TypeSLR/Professional
Resolution12.3 Megapixel
LCD Screen Size2.7 in.
Interchangeable LensInterchangeable Lenses
Focus TypeAutofocus & Fixed Focus
Image Sensor TypeLive MOS
Camera Resolution12.3 Megapixel
Image Resolutions640 x 480
Shutter Speed2 - 1/2000 sec
White BalanceAuto
Frames Per Second30 Frames
Memory TypeSD Card • SDHC Card
Compression ModesFine • Normal • Uncompressed • Basic
Compression TypeJPEG • Raw Image
ISO Speeds100 • 3200
Flash TypeBuilt-In
LCD ScreenWith LCD Screen
LCD Screen Resolution230,000 pixels
Interface TypeUSB 2.0
Video InterfaceVideo Out
Built-in SpeakerWith Built-in Speaker
Width4.51 in.
Depth1.63 in.
Height2.84 in.


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Canon EOS 1000D with 18-55mm IS lens

$459.00 to $882.00



The precise auto focus system of the EOS 1000D keeps you focused for sharp images. Featuring a diamond-shaped array of seven AF points, this newly improved system delivers outstanding coverage of nearly any subject, both in horizontal and vertical formats. The seven AF points — one high-precision cross-type center AF point with f/2.8 sensitivity and six others compatible at f/5.6 — provide fast, accurate auto focus for any Canon EF lens even when shooting in low-light environments. Focus points can be assigned automatically using one of three different AF modes or manually.Minimize

Manufacturer:Canon Product MPNKey FeaturesLensImage QualityExposure ControlStorageFlashViewfinder / DisplayInterfacesPower SupplyIncluded FeaturesSystem RequirementsDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPNREBELXS1855K
Camera TypeSLR/Professional
Resolution10.5 Megapixel
LCD Screen Size2.5 in.
Weight0.99 lb.
Interchangeable LensInterchangeable Lenses
Focal Length18 - 55 mm
Image Sensor TypeCMOS
Camera Resolution10.5 Megapixel
Image Resolutions3888 x 2592 • 2816 x 1880 • 1936 x 1288
Aperture Rangef22/f36 (w/t) - f3.5/f5.6 (w/t)
Shutter Speed30 - 1/4000 sec
White BalanceAuto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset)
Frames Per Second3 Frames
Memory TypeSD Card • SDHC Card
Compression ModesFine • Normal • Uncompressed
Compression TypeJPEG • Raw Image • DPOF 1.1 • DCF 2.0
File Size (High Res.)9.8 MB (13 images on 128MB card)
File Size (Low Res.)0.7 MB (about 183 images on 128MB card)
ISO SpeedsAuto • 100 • 800 • 1600
Flash TypeBuilt-In & External
Flash FunctionsFlash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Manual
ViewfinderOptical (Through-the-lens)
LCD ScreenWith LCD Screen
LCD Screen Resolution230,000 pixels
LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
Interface TypeUSB 2.0
Video InterfaceVideo Out
Battery TypeRechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life600 Images
Self Timer2 Sec. • 10 Sec. • 12 Sec.
Operating SystemApple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows Vista
Width5 in.
Depth2.4 in.
Height3.8 in.
Weight0.99 lb.
Family LineCanon EOS
Included AccessoriesSoftware • Video Cable • Battery Charger • Strap
UPC845251002294
Release Date2008


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Canon EOS 50D with 28-135mm lens

$959.00 to $1,500.00



The Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera features an APS-C sized 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor for superb quality images and the DIGIC 4 Image Processor to provide superior color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. It also features a 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor, supercharged Live View Function with Face Detection Live mode, plus a number of automatic Image Correction settings and HDMI output. The 50D is incredibly fast thanks to the DIGIC 4 processor - it allows for up to 6.3 fps continuous shooting, in bursts of up to 90 JPEG images (with a UDMA CF card).Minimize

Manufacturer:Canon Product MPNKey FeaturesLensImage QualityExposure ControlStorageFlashViewfinder / DisplayInterfacesPower SupplyIncluded FeaturesSystem RequirementsDimensionsWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPN2807B005
Camera TypeSLR/Professional
Resolution15.5 Megapixel
LCD Screen Size3 in.
Digital ZoomWithout Digital Zoom
Weight1.61 lb.
Interchangeable LensInterchangeable Lenses
Focus TypeAutofocus & Manual Focus
Image Sensor TypeCMOS
Camera Resolution15.5 Megapixel
Image Resolutions3456 x 2304 • 4752 x 3168 • 2352 x 1568 • 3267 x 2178 • 2376 x 1584
Shutter Speed1/60 - 1/8000 sec
White BalanceAuto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset) • Colour Temperature Adjust
Frames Per Second6.3 Frames
Memory TypeCompactFlash Card Type I • CompactFlash Card Type II • IBM Microdrive
Compression ModesFine • Normal • Uncompressed
Compression TypeJPEG • Raw Image
File Size (High Res.)5 MB (26 images on 128MB card)
File Size (Low Res.)0.9 MB (about 142 images on 128MB card)
ISO SpeedsAuto • 100 • 200 • 1600 • 3200 • 6400 • 12800
Flash TypeBuilt-In & External
Flash FunctionsFlash Off • Auto Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash
ViewfinderDigital
LCD ScreenWith LCD Screen
LCD Screen Resolution920,000 pixels
Interface TypeUSB 2.0
Video InterfaceVideo Out
Battery TypeBP-511A
Battery Life640 Images
Self Timer2 Sec. • 10 Sec.
Operating SystemApple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows Vista
Width5.7 in.
Depth2.9 in.
Height4.2 in.
Weight1.61 lb.
Warranty1 Year
Family LineCanon EOS
Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Video Cable • Neck Strap • Battery Charger • Battery Pack
UPC13803104677
Release DateOctober, 2008


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Olympus E-620 with 14-42mm and 40-150mm lenses


The E-620 has the Freedom to Move You Autofocus Live View with Face Detection (up to 8 faces) and Shadow Adjustment Technology; expands the creative shooting possibilities with your SLR. Not to mention it's even easier to capture the shot with the 2.7'' HyperCrystal III swivel LCD, providing 270 degrees of movement.


Nikon D5000 with 18-55mm VR lens


The D5000 is a powerful and versatile SLR camera that delivers superb still images and high-definition D-movie clips with sound. Incredibly easy to use, it boasts a range of automatic features that help capture the shots you want and an impressive 12.3 megapixel DX format image sensor that ensures exceptionally detailed results. With so many powerful features packed into its compact, lightweight body, the D5000 offers people on the go a fantastic way to capture stunning shots from any angle.Minimize


Pentax K-7 Body only


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.Minimize


Panasonic DMC-GH1 with 14-140mm lens


The LUMIX GH1 features the Live View Finder system which enables something that simply is not possible with conventional DSLR cameras – the ability to preview the effects of camera settings (e.g., exposure, aperture, shutter speed) before taking the photo. This helps take the guesswork out of the camera setting process and helps users ensure that every photo they capture comes out exactly as they envisioned.Minimize