Best SLR/Professional Digital Cameras - Manual Focus Focus Type, Under $700

'Plenty of features for beginners to grow.'

'The 600D now sits at the top-end of the company's entry-level SLR range, taking all the bits that made the 60D good and shrinking them down a bit.'

'Simple, flexible, artistic.'

'The all new Nikon D7000 - has appeal for the enthusiast. <>. '

'excellent point-and-shoot camera'

'Sealed against weather and dust.'

'excellent point-and-shoot camera'

'Low-light performance is generally good, and the A35 copes well at high ISO levels. '

'On default settings, the A35 delivers consistent images with natural colours and accurate exposures. '

'Excellent live view. '

'The A35 is very compact and has effective built-in image stabilisation and excellent Live View. '

'Designed as a user-friendly, powerful, entry-level DSLR, the EOS 1100D features an impressive specification to support the image quality and performance promised by the Canon and EOS brands. '

'great entry level camera'

'full HD video recording facility'

'more powerful and up-to-date image processor'

'the Pentax K-7 feels tight and solid.'

'The live view experience on the K-7 is quite nice.'

'The camera is robust and confidence-inspiring.'

'the K-7 is much more comfortable to hold with average sized male hands, and doesn't seem anymore cramped.'

'Ultimately, the Nikon D90 gets high marks because it's a fast camera that delivers a great shooting experience and first-rate photos for the money.'

'With its very good feature set, excellent image quality, and reasonable price, the D90 is a camera you should absolutely consider if you're shopping for a mid-range SLR. '

'Solid body'

'The 12.3-megapixel D90 is a Mensa-worthy fistful of photo fury that could pave your way to MoMA's permanent collection. '