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Olympus PEN E-PL1 Body only

$499.00 to $603.00



The Olympus PEN E-PL1 is truly greater than the sum of its parts. This surprisingly small camera body is packed with technology normally found in bigger, bulkier cameras and High Definition (HD) camcorders. With features like the 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.Minimize

Manufacturer:Olympus Key FeaturesLensImage QualityVideoExposure ControlStorageFlashViewfinder / DisplayInterfacesPower SupplyIncluded FeaturesDimensionsMiscellaneous
Camera TypeSLR/Professional
Resolution12.3 Megapixel
LCD Screen Size2.7 in.
Optical ZoomWithout Optical Zoom
Digital ZoomWithout Digital Zoom
Weight0.65 lb.
Interchangeable LensInterchangeable Lenses
Optical ZoomWithout Optical Zoom
Focus TypeAutofocus & Manual Focus
Image Sensor TypeLive MOS
Camera Resolution12.3 Megapixel
Image Resolutions640 x 480 • 3200 x 2400 • 2560 x 1920 • 1600 x 1200 • 1280 x 960 • 1024 x 768 • 4032 x 3024 • 4032 x 3042
Video Resolutions640 x 480 (VGA) • 1280 x 720
Video Speed30 fps
Video FormatAVI • Motion JPEG
White BalanceAuto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset)
Frames Per Second3 Frames
Memory TypeSD Card • SDHC Card
Compression ModesFine • SuperFine • Normal • Uncompressed • Basic
Compression TypeJPEG • Raw Image • DPOF 1.1 • EXIF • DCF
ISO SpeedsAuto • 100 • 200 • 1600 • 3200
Flash TypeBuilt-In & External
Flash FunctionsFlash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync • Manual
ViewfinderOptical (Through-the-lens)
LCD ScreenWith LCD Screen
LCD Screen Resolution230,000 pixels
LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
Interface TypeUSB 2.0 • HDMI
Video InterfaceVideo Out
Battery TypeProprietary Li-Ion
Battery Life29 Images
Self Timer2 Sec. • 12 Sec.
Built-in MicrophoneWith Built-in Microphone
Built-in SpeakerWith Built-in Speaker
Width4.51 in.
Depth1.63 in.
Height2.84 in.
Weight0.65 lb.
Family LineOlympus E
Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Video Cable • Driver • Lithium Battery • Strap
UPC4545350027896
Release DateFebruary, 2010


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Nikon D5000 with 18-55mm VR lens

$579.00 to $750.00



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

Manufacturer:Nikon Key FeaturesLensImage QualityVideoExposure ControlStorageFlashViewfinder / DisplayInterfacesPower SupplyIncluded FeaturesDimensionsMiscellaneous
Camera TypeSLR/Professional
Resolution12.9 Megapixel
LCD Screen Size2.7 in.
Digital ZoomWithout Digital Zoom
Weight1.25 lb.
Interchangeable LensInterchangeable Lenses
Focal Length18 - 55 mm
Image Sensor TypeCMOS
Camera Resolution12.9 Megapixel
Image Resolutions4288 x 2848 • 3216 x 2136 • 2144 x 1424
Video Resolutions1280 x 720 • 320 x 216 • 640 x 424
Video Speed24 fps
Video FormatAVI • Motion JPEG
Shutter Speed30 - 1/4000 sec
White BalanceAuto • Manual
Frames Per Second4 Frames
Memory TypeSD Card • SDHC Card
Compression ModesFine • Normal • Uncompressed
Compression TypeJPEG • Raw Image • DPOF 1.1 • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0
ISO SpeedsAuto • 100 • 200 • 3200 • 6400
Flash TypeBuilt-In
Flash FunctionsFlash Off • Auto Flash • Manual
ViewfinderOptical
LCD ScreenWith LCD Screen
LCD Screen Resolution230,000 pixels
LCD Protected PositionWith LCD Protected Position
Interface TypeUSB 2.0
Video InterfaceVideo Out
Battery TypeRechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Self Timer2 Sec. • 5 Sec. • 10 Sec. • 20 Sec.
Built-in MicrophoneWith Built-in Microphone
Tripod MountWith Tripod Mount
Width5 in.
Depth3.1 in.
Height4.1 in.
Weight1.25 lb.
Family LineNikon D
Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Driver • Battery Charger • Strap • AV Cable • Li-Ion Rechargable Battery
UPC018208254545
Release DateMay, 2009


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Pentax K-x with 18-55mm lens

$498.00 to $903.00



The Pentax K-x Digital SLR incorporates many features including Live View and HD 720p video in a very capable entry level camera for those looking to step beyond the limitations of point and shoot digicams.

Manufacturer:Pentax Product MPNKey FeaturesLensImage QualityVideoExposure ControlStorageFlashViewfinder / DisplayInterfacesPower SupplyIncluded FeaturesSystem RequirementsDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPNPTX16301
Camera TypeSLR/Professional
Resolution12.4 Megapixel
LCD Screen Size2.7 in.
Weight1.14 lb.
Interchangeable LensInterchangeable Lenses
Focal Length18 - 55 mm
Image Sensor TypeCMOS
Camera Resolution12.4 Megapixel
Image Resolutions3072 x 2048 • 1728 x 1152
Video Resolutions1280 x 720
Video Speed24 fps
Video FormatAVI • Motion JPEG • HD (High Definition)
Shutter Speed30 - 1/6000 sec
White BalanceAuto • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset)
Frames Per Second4.7 Frames
Memory TypeSD Card • SDHC Card
Compression ModesUncompressed
Compression TypeJPEG • Raw Image • DPOF • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0
ISO SpeedsAuto • 100 • 200 • 1600 • 6400 • 12800
Flash TypeBuilt-In & External
Flash FunctionsFlash Off • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
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 Type4 x AA Batteries
Self Timer2 Sec. • 12 Sec.
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows Vista • Apple Mac OS X 10
Width4.8 in.
Depth2.7 in.
Height3.6 in.
Weight1.14 lb.
Family LinePentax K
Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Lithium Battery • Strap
UPC27075158412
Release DateOctober, 2009


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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


Nikon L110 Digital Camera


The COOLPIX L110 is an easy-to-use model with an effective pixel count of 12.1-million pixels, a 15x optical zoom NIKKOR lens that covers a broad range of focal lengths from wide-angle 28mm through super-telephoto 420mm (35mm format equivalent), and advanced functions that enable users to capture images as intended. Using supplied Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA batteries (FR6/L91); The power-efficient COOLPIX L110 is capable of capturing approximately 840 still images or roughly 7 hours of HD movies with stereo sound. The secure grip, five built-in functions for preventing or reducing blur, and Easy Auto mode, with which the user simply frames a picture and the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode, mean that this camera reliably captures beautiful images. Minimize


Olympus E-3 Body Only


The Olympus E-3 is the company’s flagship DSLR model, delivering the ultimate in performance and features at an attractive price. This 10 megapixel camera features a full time live mode, as well as a weather-proofed body and dust reduction technologies. The Olympus E-3 also has some of the fasted auto-focus speeds in the industry when used with the company’s new Zuiko Digital lenses and their Supersonic WaveDrive motors. And unlike almost every other DSLR out there, the E-3’s bright 2.5-inch LCD is articulated, allowing for shots even at the most awkward angles.Minimize


Canon EOS 7D Body only


With features designed to enhance every facet of the photographic process, from still images to video, the EOS 7D 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 technology, provides 100% coverage and displays user-selected AF modes as well as a spot metering circle and on demand grid lines.Minimize