Digital SLR Cameras > 2.5 Digital SLR Cameras > CCD > $300 - $500

Advantages: 10.2 M.P,500 pictures,AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR image stabilization lens
Disadvantages: No Disadvantages

...camera buyer. By choosing the Nikon D60 SLR digital camera, with 10.2 effective megapixels and a wealth of innovative and user-friendly features, for both photo enthusiasts and anyone new to digital SLR photography you will undoubtedly capture incredible images never before possible. The Nikon D60 SLR is an easy to use digital camera that you will be excited to use. First, notice the quick start-up time, shutter response, and auto focus. This fast ...
...No more lost pictures, the Nikon D60 digital camera has 3 pictures per second capability. No more out of focus pictures, with autofocus and with Nikon's new AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR image stabilization lens, the D60 camera and lens outfit delivers precise images and stunningly realistic color. As well, the Nikon D60 SLR features include LCD color monitor, in camera edition functions, a range of data storage options using Eye-Fi memory ... Read review

Advantages: ease-of-use, multitude of features, backward lends compatibility, price
Disadvantages: weight and size but hey if you want small buy a compact! maximum of six megapixels

...lot of money and although it states. It is only backwards compatible with Pentax lenses it is possible to use other brands such as Sigma in manual mode only and this is not stated in the manual. I nearly threw out all my old lenses before I discovered this fact. ... Read review

Advantages: Good photo quality, low price
Disadvantages: a bit heavier

...this camera. And as usual Nikon had done a great task to make the photo quality the best.The pop-up flash is really cool and gives a natural light even if we take photos in dim light. It uses SD memory card to store the photos taken. It has a lots of photo options which is really essential for a professional photographer . The camera has auto white balance (but not much useful, I think) .But the different shooting modes of the camera is really awesome ... Read review

Advantages: The price and functions of a camera.
Disadvantages: Camera for greater hands.

Sony Alpha DSLR-A100K 10.2 Megapixel SLR Digital Camera w/ Sony Zoom DT 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 is an average professional camera which is intended for the advanced fans of photographing who will do precise photos on small distance from a camera. This kit comprises the A-100 body and 18-75 mm zoom lens and 75-300mm telephoto zoom lens, battery, charger, comprehensive manual and strap. The A-100 has a 10.2m pixel sensor. The 18-70mm lens is equivalent to ... Read review

Advantages: shake reduction in body, high ISO, low noise
Disadvantages: no automatic ccd cleaning

I bought this camera about 14 months ago and mode a couple of thousands photos with it so far. 6 mega pixel doesn't sound much, but is definitely enough. Who honestly ever makes printouts lager then 24x16"? But the "disadvantage of the low number of pixels make some other advantages possible: ISO3200 with very low noise, smaller, usable picture files etc. Also the Share Reduction being built into the camera instead of the lenses (like Canon does) ... Read review