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


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.


Olympus E-620 Body Only


The E-620 comes with Free Angle Live View in a small and light body. With the Art Filter and multiple exposure functionality, it is sure to expand your world of expressions. In addition, the image stabilization built into the E-620 means that image stabilization is available with all FourThirds lenses you may decide to use. Combined with the Standard Class lenses with light weight and high cost performance, image stabilization is always available throughout an approximate 33x zoom range from 18mm ultra wide angle to 600mm zoom, relative to 35mm film format, for everyone.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


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.