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Sony Alpha 230 Digital SLR with 18-55 and 55-200

$565.00 to $680.00



If you want to take your pictures from snapshots to memorable images, then let a Sony α DSLR put better pictures at your fingertips. A DSLR's responsiveness, versatility and image quality helps capture those moments that other cameras often miss.

Manufacturer:Sony Product MPNKey FeaturesLensImage QualityExposure ControlStorageFlashInterfacesPower SupplyIncluded FeaturesDimensionsWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPN3051033
Camera TypeSLR/Professional
Resolution10.2 Megapixel
LCD Screen Size2.7 in.
Digital ZoomWithout Digital Zoom
Weight1 lb.
Interchangeable LensInterchangeable Lenses
Image Sensor TypeCCD
Camera Resolution10.2 Megapixel
Image Resolutions1920 x 1280 • 3872 x 2592 • 2896 x 1936 • 3872 x 2176 • 2896 x 1632 • 1920 x 1088
Shutter Speed30 - 1/4000 sec
White BalanceAuto • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset)
Frames Per Second2.5 Frames
Memory TypeSD Card • Memory Stick DUO PRO • SDHC Card
Compression TypeJPEG • Raw Image
ISO Speeds100 • 3200
Interface TypeUSB 2.0 • HDMI
Battery TypeNP-FH50
Self Timer2 Sec. • 10 Sec.
Tripod MountWith Tripod Mount
Width5.04 in.
Depth2.66 in.
Height3.82 in.
Weight1 lb.
Warranty1 Year
Family LineSony Alpha DSLR
Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Shoulder Strap • Battery Charger
UPC4905524547856


Tags:

sony, alpha, 230, digital, slr, with, 18-55, and, 55-200,

Pentax K-7 Body only

$809.00 to $1,805.00



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

Manufacturer:Pentax Product MPNKey FeaturesLensImage QualityVideoExposure ControlStorageFlashViewfinder / DisplayInterfacesPower SupplyIncluded FeaturesSystem RequirementsDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPNPTX17811
Camera TypeSLR/Professional
Resolution15.1 Megapixel
LCD Screen Size3 in.
Proofing FeaturesFreezeproof • Dust proof
Weight1.43 lb.
Interchangeable LensInterchangeable Lenses
Image Sensor TypeCMOS
Camera Resolution15.1 Megapixel
Image Resolutions3072 x 2048 • 1728 x 1152 • 4672 x 3104
Video Resolutions640 x 480 (VGA) • 1280 x 720
Shutter Speed30 - 1/8000 sec
White BalanceAuto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset)
Frames Per Second5.2 Frames
Memory TypeSD Card • SDHC Card
Compression ModesFine • SuperFine • Normal • Uncompressed
Compression TypeJPEG • Raw Image • DPOF • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0
File Size (High Res.)24.31 MB (5 images on 128MB card)
File Size (Low Res.)0.39 MB (about 328 images on 128MB card)
ISO SpeedsAuto • 100 • 1600 • 3200 • 6400
Flash TypeBuilt-In & External
Flash FunctionsFill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
ViewfinderOptical (Through-the-lens)
LCD ScreenWith LCD Screen
LCD Screen Resolution921,000 pixels
LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
Interface TypeUSB 2.0 • HDMI
Video InterfaceVideo Out
Battery TypeRechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life980 Images
Self Timer2 Sec. • 12 Sec.
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows Vista • Apple Mac OS X 10
Width5.1 in.
Depth2.9 in.
Height3.8 in.
Weight1.43 lb.
Family LinePentax K
Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Battery Charger • Strap • AC Power Cord • AV Cable • Li-Ion Rechargable Battery
UPC027075155145
Release DateJuly, 2009


Tags:

pentax, k-7, body, only,

Nikon D3000 with 18-55mm lens

$375.00 to $556.00



The D3000 is compatible with a broad range of world-famous Nikkor lenses and includes the versatile 3x, 18-55mm Zoom-Nikkor with Silent-Wave Motor autofocusing and Nikon VR image stabilization to combat picture blur caused by camera shake for sharper handheld pictures. Special moments are captured faithfully at up to 3 frames-per-second and displayed on a bright, 3-inch LCD monitor. The D3000's split-second shutter response eliminates the annoyance of shutter lag. To further simplify picture-taking in special situations such as portraits, sports, landscapes, and more, the D3000 features icon-identified Scene Modes that deliver beautiful results automatically in otherwise complex situations.Minimize

Manufacturer:Nikon Product MPNKey FeaturesLensImage QualityExposure ControlStorageFlashViewfinder / DisplayInterfacesPower SupplyIncluded FeaturesDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPNK4336111
Camera TypeSLR/Professional
Resolution10.8 Megapixel
LCD Screen Size3 in.
Optical Zoom3x
Weight1.01 lb.
Interchangeable LensInterchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom3x
Focus TypeAutofocus & Manual Focus
Focal Length18 - 55 mm
Image Sensor TypeCCD
Camera Resolution10.8 Megapixel
Image Resolutions3872 x 2592 • 2896 x 1944 • 1936 x 1296
Aperture Rangef22/f32 (w/t) - f3.5/f5.6 (w/t)
Shutter Speed30 - 1/4000 sec
White BalanceDaylight / Sunny (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Incandescent (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset)
Memory TypeSD Card • SDHC Card
Compression TypeJPEG • Raw Image • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0
ISO Speeds100 • 1600 • 3200
Flash TypeBuilt-In & External
LCD ScreenWith LCD Screen
LCD Screen Resolution230,000 pixels
LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
Interface TypeUSB 2.0
Battery TypeRechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life500 Images
Self Timer2 Sec. • 5 Sec. • 10 Sec. • 20 Sec.
Tripod MountWith Tripod Mount
Width5 in.
Depth2.5 in.
Height3.8 in.
Weight1.01 lb.
Family LineNikon D
Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Battery Charger • Strap • Li-Ion Rechargable Battery
UPC0018208916603
Release DateAugust, 2009


Tags:

nikon, d3000, with, 18-55mm, lens,

Nikon D90 Body Only


The D90 provides remarkable performance and operability, featuring Nikon’s exclusive Scene Recognition System that optimizes auto focus, auto exposure, i-TTL control and auto white balance milliseconds before the shutter is released. Live View mode allows shooting while confirming the subject on the large 3-in., approx. 920k-dot, high-density colour LCD. It offers three contrast-detect AF modes to allow photographers to focus on any point in the frame, enabling a greater variety of composition. In addition to wide and normal area AF, the D90 offers Face-priority AF in Live View mode for even sharper portraits. These are just some of the powerful features housed in a compact, comfortable-to-hold body, with intuitive controls. The D90 will satisfy the requirements of passionate photographers who demand superior image quality and want exciting photographic possibilities.Minimize

Canon EOS 50D Body Only


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.Minimize

Canon EOS 7D with 28-135mm lens


With features designed to enhance every facet of the photographic process, from still images to video, the EOS 7D is made to be the tool of choice for serious photographers and semi-professionals, the EOS 7D features a 18.0-megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor and Dual DIGIC 4 image processors, capturing tremendous images at up to ISO 12800 and speeds of up to 8 fps. The EOS 7D has a cross-type 19-point AF system with improved AI Servo AF subject tracking and user-selectable AF area selection modes for sharp focus no matter the situation. The EOS 7D's Intelligent Viewfinder, a provides 100% coverage and displays user-selected AF modes as well as a spot metering circle and on demand grid lines.Minimize

Canon EOS 1000D with 18-55mm IS lens


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