Digital SLR Cameras Reviews

Updated: May 18, 2012 00:03
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#1
Sony Alpha NEX-7
alaScore 100

Sony Alpha NEX-7

The Sony NEX-7 has an interesting lineage: it's the top model in the second generation of Sony's...

67 expert reviews | 99 user reviews

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#2
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1
alaScore 100

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1

The Panasonic GX1 is a 16-megapixel interchangeable lens camera that works with Micro Four Thirds...

63 expert reviews | 59 user reviews

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#3
Nikon D800
alaScore 99

Nikon D800

Local pricing hasn't yet been determined for either D800 model, but you can expect the two...

39 expert reviews | 71 user reviews

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#4
Canon EOS 600D / EOS Rebel T3i / EOS Kiss X5
alaScore 99

Canon EOS 600D / EOS Rebel T3i / EOS Kiss X5

Canon's EOS 600D is one of the cheaper digital SLR cameras the company offers -- it's a slight...

129 expert reviews | 1755 user reviews

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#5
Sony NEX-5N
alaScore 98

Sony NEX-5N

The Sony NEX-5N offers great image quality, a large SLR-sized sensor and a stylish body with the...

65 expert reviews | 243 user reviews

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#6
Samsung NX200
alaScore 98

Samsung NX200

The NX200 is an interchangeable lens compact that ticks plenty of boxes, but loses points on...

61 expert reviews | 27 user reviews

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#7
Sony Alpha SLT-A77
alaScore 97

Sony Alpha SLT-A77

The Sony Alpha SLT-A77 is available for AU$2799 with the kit 16-50mm f/2.8 lens, or AU$1899 for...

46 expert reviews | 139 user reviews

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#8
Nikon D5100
alaScore 97

Nikon D5100

The Nikon D5100 will undoubtedly put a smile on every photographer's face with its excellent...

107 expert reviews | 859 user reviews

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#9
Sony Alpha SLT-A65
alaScore 96

Sony Alpha SLT-A65

It's not a true digital SLR and it's not as small as a mirrorless camera. Instead, the Alpha SLT...

38 expert reviews | 111 user reviews

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#10
Olympus PEN E-P3
alaScore 96

Olympus PEN E-P3

Without a doubt, this is one of the most fun cameras we've used on a daily basis. There isn't a...

89 expert reviews | 57 user reviews

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#11
Canon PowerShot SX40 HS
alaScore 95

Canon PowerShot SX40 HS

The SX40 is ideal for photographers who want one of the longest lenses currently available on a...

48 expert reviews | 166 user reviews

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#12
Nikon V1
alaScore 95

Nikon V1

Some sample images taken with the Nikon 1 V1 model.

82 expert reviews | 61 user reviews

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#13
Nikon D7000
alaScore 94

Nikon D7000

The Nikon D7000 is an excellent digital SLR camera for photography enthusiasts. There are two...

133 expert reviews | 1103 user reviews

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#14
Olympus PEN E-PM1
alaScore 94

Olympus PEN E-PM1

The Mini will be available in brown, pink, white, silver, purple and black, with a corresponding...

44 expert reviews | 51 user reviews

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#15
Nikon D4
alaScore 93

Nikon D4

The Nikon D4 offers many significant improvements from previous professional-grade SLRs, such as...

31 expert reviews | 14 user reviews

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#16
Canon EOS 60D
alaScore 93

Canon EOS 60D

Canon's EOS 60D digital SLR camera is a joy to use in all photography situations. It's fast, it...

118 expert reviews | 1147 user reviews

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#17
Sony Alpha NEX-C3
alaScore 92

Sony Alpha NEX-C3

It's not all bad news for those who can't afford to upgrade, as Sony will make available a...

60 expert reviews | 106 user reviews

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#18
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3
alaScore 92

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3

Panasonic's LUMIX DMC-G3 is a slightly smaller Micro Four Thirds-based camera than its...

87 expert reviews | 189 user reviews

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#19
Canon EOS 5D MARK III
alaScore 91

Canon EOS 5D MARK III

The 5D Mark III retails at AU$4399 for the body only, AU$5499 for the premium kit with the EF 24...

34 expert reviews | 42 user reviews

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#20
Olympus E-PL3
alaScore 91

Olympus E-PL3

The PEN Lite E-PL3 is a Micro Four Thirds camera that's aimed at users who want a simple, yet...

53 expert reviews | 126 user reviews

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#21
Nikon D3100
alaScore 90

Nikon D3100

The Nikon D3100 may only be an entry-level SLR camera, but it's capable of supplying very good...

112 expert reviews | 957 user reviews

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#22
Canon EOS 1100D / EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50
alaScore 90

Canon EOS 1100D / EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50

Configurations include body only (AU$699), single kit with 18-55mm mark III (AU$799), single IS...

78 expert reviews | 409 user reviews

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#23
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
alaScore 89

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2

The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GH2 is a Micro Four Thirds camera that offers a plethora of features for...

93 expert reviews | 152 user reviews

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#24
Nikon J1
alaScore 89

Nikon J1

Given the strong competition in this category and the smaller sensor size, the Nikon 1 J1 may not...

61 expert reviews | 105 user reviews

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#25
Pentax K-5
alaScore 88

Pentax K-5

Pictures taken with the test camera were sharp and the colour balance in shots appeared very...

67 expert reviews | 280 user reviews

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