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'Once focused, shot-to-shot time typically takes about 0.4 second for RAW or JPEG, and adding flash recycling time bumps it to only 0.7 second, which is very good for any class. '

'The 12.2-megapixel Canon Digital Rebel XSi, which targets entry-level digital SLR shooters , has all the features that novices expect--as well as an alluring array of advanced options that will appeal to more seasoned photographers. '

'the Canon EOS 450D comes as a welcome change, and a model worthy of upgrading from your old 350D .'

'The Canon ESO 450D comes as a welcome change, and a model worthy of upgrading from your old 350D . '

'Olympus has made a big and daring step introducing the Four Thirds system.'

'compact yet very capable system for general travel photography'

'A completely new digital SLR system has arrived in the shape of the Olympus E-1 and is perhaps the most eagerly awaited professional camera this year.'

'a clever, ground-up brand new digital SLR from Olympus.'

'We found it easy and comfortable to hold with the 18- to 55-mm kit lens.'

'the Rebel XT improves upon its predecessor with 20 percent more resolution in a 15 percent smaller casing.'

'new CD-Recordable drive'

'The key controls are easy to get to, with sensitivity, white balance and image size/quality accessed directly from the mode dial.'

'The Nikon Coolpix 8800 has very impressive specifications.'

'top-end Cyber-shot model, the DSC-F828'

'The Sony DSC-F828 is very appealing to many amateur photographers'

'Build quality is exemplary'

'Also, its tripod screw socket is directly beneath the lens for easier, more accurate panoramas.'

'The A200 is well put-together'

'a slightly surprising new DiMAGE A series digital camera, the DiMAGE A200'

'The Konica-Minolta A200 is very good camera.'

'A wide range of optional accessories is available.'

'new CD-Recordable drive'