Why Buy a Professional DSLR Camera

Professional DSLR Cameras are not for the casual photographer. They are designed for hard core, rain or shine shutterbugs that refuse to leave the house without a camera. And although Professional DSLR Cameras are more expensive than most digital cameras, they are a great investment in the long run.

Here are some benefits to owning a Professional DSLR Camera:

In this site, you’ll find articles related to Professional DSLR Cameras, as well as comprehensive reviews and a side-by-side comparison to help you make an informed decision on which DSLR Camera is right for you. At TopTenREVIEWS — We do the research so you don’t have to.™

What to Look for in a Professional DSLR Camera

Professional DSLR Cameras are an expensive investment for professional photographers and amateur hobbyists alike. DSLRs should contain the latest technology and provide the photographer with ultimate creative control. In addition to analyzing the features and functions of a DSLR Camera some additional criteria we suggest looking into when purchasing a professional grade camera includes price, lens selection and compatibility, and longevity. These are the features TopTenREVIEWS used to evaluate Professional DSLR Cameras:

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2008 Professional DSLR Review

Professional Quality for the Serious Photographer

Professional dSLR cameras are fundamental for serious photographers. From top-of-the-line resolution to fully customizable settings, professional dSLRs combine functions and performance to create professional quality photos with every shot.

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2008 Professional DSLR Review

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Resolution 10.2 10.2 10 6.3 12.2 10 6.1 10.1 8.1 6.1
Battery Life 750 Images 750 Images 500 Images 1,000 Images 650 Images 500 Images 450 Images 360 Images 750 Images 360 Images
Continuous Shooting Speed 3 fps 3 fps 3 fps 3 fps 5 fps 3 fps 2.5 fps 3 fps 5 fps 3 fps
Image Stabilizer                    
LCD resolution 230,400 pixels 230,000 pixels 230,000 pixels 118,000 pixels 921,000 pixels 230,000 pixels 230,000 pixels 230,000 pixels 118,000 pixels 210,000 pixels
Optical Zoom 3.9 x 3.9 x 3 x 11.1 x 11 x 3 x 3 x 3x 3 x 3x
LCD Screen Size 2.5 in. 2.5 in. 2.5 in. 1.8 in. 3 in. 2.5 in. 2.5 in. 2.5 in. 1.8 in. 2.5 in.
Max Shutter Speed 1/4000 sec 1/4000 sec 4 - 1/4000 sec 1/4000 sec 1/8000 sec 1/4000 sec 30 - 1/4000 sec 1/4000 sec 30 - 1/8000 sec 1/4000 sec
Warranty 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year
Camera Depth 2.8 in 2.8 in 2.2 in. 2.4 in. 3.1 in 2.7 in 2.5 in 2.6 in 2.8 in 2.8 in
Camera Height 3.7 in 3.7 in 3.6 in. 3.7 in 4.1 in 3.6 in 3.7 in. 3.7 in 4.2 in. 3.7 in
Camera Weight 1.2 lb. 19.2 oz 1.01 lb. 1.21 lb. 1.5 lbs 16.2 oz 16.8 oz 1.1 lbs 1.5 lbs 19.8 oz
Camera Width 5.2 in 5.2 in 5.35 in. 5.1 in 5.6 in 5.4 in 5 in. 5 in 5.7 in 5.1 in
Focal Length 18 mm - 70 mm 18 mm - 70 mm 14 mm - 42 mm Varies With Lens 27 - 300 mm 28 - 84 mm 18 mm - 55 mm 17 mm - 85 mm 18 mm - 55 mm Varies With Lens
High Res File Size (MB) 13.3 13.3 11 13.3     5.8 9.8 8.7 6
Low Res File Size (MB) .53 .2 .1   .4   .2 .7 .6 .33
Memory None CF CF, XD None None CF, XD MMC, SD CF CF MMC, SD
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