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Digital SLR cameras on a shoestring
A solid group of dSLRs for less than $600--some a lot less. With larger sensors and generally faster performance than snapshot models offer, these cameras provide plenty of tools for photographers who prefer a camera with more than one button. And if you save your pennies, you can increase their flexibility and image quality in the future with additional lens and accessory purchases. Read full story
- Compact megazoom cameras
Small cameras with at least a 10x zoom lens, for when you can't get up close and personal. Read full story
Latest digital camera reviews
- Nikon D5100 (body only)
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- Samsung TL500
April 1, 2011
- Nikon Coolpix P500 (black)
March 26, 2011
- Canon EOS Rebel T3i (Body Only)
March 23, 2011
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Geek's guide to Route 66, part 1
A blogger with an iPad 2, hybrid car, two digital cameras, a Bluetooth keyboard, and a pair of five-toed shoes heads out to uncover the geeky goodness that lurks around the bend on Route 66. Read more.
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Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)
Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the 2011 Chevrolet Volt, the GE X5 digital camera, the Nokia Astound smartphone, and more. Read more.
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Ep. 1444: A line to the sky!
We all want to stream video on our devices but the big companies are saying "NO"! Bring on the parade of lawyers! and the Department of Justice approves Googles dream to help us plan our vacations so that we can travel freely about the world connected to our clouds & Google social media of course, while Facebook is engineering green open sourced servers that will require no air conditioning. What does this all mean? Read more.
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Sample photos: Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
Check out an examination of photo quality from Panasonic's stripped-down compact megazoom, the 16x Lumix DMC-ZS8. Read more.
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GE X5 camera review: Long zoom, low price
GE isn't the first name that comes to mind when camera shopping. But we were surprised to see that the X5 delivers a lot of value--including a 15x zoom--at an ultra-affordable price. Read more.
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User reviews
"Very Close to Perfect!" by Kenneth109 on February 12, 2011
Pros: + 12 megapixel image capture
+ Very good image quality
+ Great zoom range, especially at the wide end
+ Excellent, fast and intuitive performance
+ Works with convenient AA batteries
+ Fantastic price/performance ratio
Cons: - No CCD cleaner that I've found
- No flash shoe for an external flash
- No RAW image support
Summary: I have the SX110is and love it for the same reasons that I love this ... Read full review
Which digital camera is right for me?
In order to choose the right camera--one with the right set of features at the right price--you'll need to figure out what you'll be doing with it.

In this guide, we've compiled a handful of typical user profiles to help outline the specific uses for digital cameras. Match your needs to one of these user profiles to determine the digital camera that's right for you.
