Best SLR/Professional Digital Cameras - 4 to 8 x Optical Zoom

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

'excellent point-and-shoot camera'

'excellent point-and-shoot camera'

'The Nikon D7000 is an impressive offering from Nikon.'

'excellent camera'

'The EOS 60D also gains a couple of brand-new features of its own.'

'The Canon EOS 60D sits between the EOS 50D and the EOS 7D in Canon's mid-range digital SLR offerings, and it's a mighty beast to shoot with.'

'The Canon EOS 60D is one of the shining stars next to the Pentax K-7 and Olympus E-3, but the fiercest competition comes from the Nikon D7000.'

'most exciting cameras'

'Double the megapixel count of the D3.'

'great battery life'

'truly stunning pictures'

'The Nikon D3000 looks and feels expensive; its build is similar to the more-expensive ($999 list, body only) Nikon D90 , but it's more compact (1.16 pounds) with a smaller grip and fewer buttons. '

'If you're an enthusiast photographer and want to learn more about how to take photos in different situations, there is probably no better camera to get your hands on than the Nikon D3000. '

'The slightly mottled plastic around the body is the standard Nikon feel, and overall build quality is excellent considering the price range. '

'With its lightning speed and gorgeous images, there's not much to complain about with the Canon EOS 50D—especially if you already own compatible lenses. '

'It's an ideal model for the mid-range to advanced DSLR user -- but it's also a very forgiving camera to better your craft on. '

'Nikon’s body boasts a viewfinder with 100% coverage to the 50D’s 95% and an AF system with a whopping 51-points to the 50D’s nine.'

'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. '

'The D700's solid, weather-sealed magnesium-alloy body is ergonomically sound, providing good balance in the hand thanks to its grip and the positioning of the controls on the back.'

'The camera is ready to shoot as soon as you turn on the power switch so it's hard to argue with that first figure.'

'D700 exhibit exceptional overall quality'

'reasonably compact camera'