If you are not an expert yet in photography but you want an SLR, you could seriously consider the Pentax K200D. On one hand, it comes with many advanced features, and on the other, this camera is lightweight and is really easy for the beginner to use. And the best news is, as you keep using this camera, you can grow as a photographer with your experience.

The biggest challenge for most beginners is camera shake that can make the pictures blurred. To negate this, the Pentax K200D comes with the award winning Shake Reduction mechanism from Pentax. You will surely notice the difference it can make, even when the shooting conditions are quite challenging. Expect to get the same high quality images even when the light conditions are less than perfect or when you are using the telephoto lens.

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Canon announced its range of 12 megapixel cameras in 2009. Almost all of them are in the Power Shot series. The camera in this review is the Canon Power Shot SX200 IS. It is the company’s first attempt at launching a pocket size super-zoom camera.

The camera is fairly lightweight for a device having the vast number of features that it has. It is being sold for $329.99 by Canon. The camera has a unique design wherein its flash pops out of the main body as soon as it powers up. Many users may find this undesirable especially in situations where they don’t need a flash. They would ideally want to let the flash sit in its place when they are not using it.

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The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28K is an improved version of Panasonic’s Lumix FZ18 model. This model of the super zoom series comes equipped with better resolution, bigger screen, and HD movie recording apart from certain other modifications related to interface. There are many modifications and differences between this model and its predecessor as this model is primarily an improvement over its earlier FZ18 model. However, the earlier model received rave reviews and is widely appreciated by professionals and amateurs alike.Therefore, this camera is one of the better ones on offer in its range.

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For camera lovers, Canon PowerShot SX1 IS is easily recognizable because of its close resemblance to the SX10. Like the SX10, the SX1 IS boasts the same 28-560mm lens and looks similar to the earlier version, in many ways. But, as far as performance is concerned, the PowerShot SX1 IS is certainly worthy of consideration.

The Powershot SX10IS offers an amazing 20x optical zoom. This allows people to capture various intriguing shots of the same subject. The lens of the SX10IS is designed to exploit the high zoom strength of the camera. With an ultra high refraction lens, as well as UD glass, the pictures captured by SX10 IS are guaranteed to be as accurate as they are vivid.

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If you are planning to get yourself a high end camera, then consider buying a SLR. The Olympus E-30 will capture your imagination and give you breathtaking photographs. With this camera, you will be definitely encouraged to take up photography at a professional level.

The camera is great for continuous photography, as it has a speed of 5 frames per second. An electronic pop-up flash makes the Olympus E-30 look genuinely small yet gives it the image of a professional’s device when operated. However, it is advised that the camera be handled with extreme care since its glass fiber enforced plastic body may be susceptible to scratches. This ordinarily will protect the camera from any damage if it falls down from your hand.

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If you are planning to buy a digital camera for everyday use, you must consider Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. This feature-rich camera gives you excellent performance, and takes great quality still images and videos.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 is very easy to use and is well designed. Moreover, it is a dust-resistant, water-resistant, and shock-resistant digital camera. Yes, it is shock-resistant from falls up to 5 feet and water-resistant to a depth of 10 feet. Thus, the camera is ideal for everyday use. You can use the Panasonic TS1 outdoors, at the beach, or even under the water while swimming.

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