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DSLRs

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Canon EOS 4000D review: Is this the best budget DSLR yet?
£299
If anyone can build a brilliant budget DSLR, Canon can – but the EOS 4000D struggles against classy rivals and second-hand alternatives
Canon EOS 2000D review: Is this the sub-£500 DSLR you’re looking for?
£369
The EOS 2000D is a safe choice for beginners on a budget, but rivals make it look outdated in some key areas

Latest DSLRs

Samsung NX11
Samsung NX11 review
Cameras DSLRs

Sublime controls and a keen price, but it can't match the front runners for photo or video quality

Published :
£459 inc VAT
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 review
Cameras DSLRs

A highly capable, lightweight alternative to an SLR, but image quality isn't flawless and we miss its predecessor’s more hands-on controls

Published :
£630 inc VAT
Nikon D5100
Nikon D5100 18-55mm VR Kit review
Cameras DSLRs

Takes beautiful photos and videos but at this price it needs more accessible controls. We'd stick to the cheaper D3100.

Published :
£780 inc VAT
Canon EOS 1100D
Canon EOS 1100D review
Cameras DSLRs

It might be short on exciting extras but the Canon EOS 1100D's ability to take gorgeous photos is hard to fault

Published :
£499 inc VAT
Sony Alpha DSLR-A580L
Sony Alpha DSLR-A580L review
Cameras DSLRs

Feature-packed and capable of high quality photos, but automatic exposures could be better.

Published :
£600 inc VAT
Pentax K-5 with 18-55mm lens front
Pentax K-5 with 18-55mm lens review
Cameras DSLRs

The video mode is disappointing but photo quality is marginally the best we’ve ever seen. Rival cameras offer better value, though.

Published :
£1029 inc VAT
Canon EOS 60D
Canon EOS 60D with 18-135mm lens review
Cameras DSLRs

Superior ergonomics – particularly the bigger viewfinder and articulated screen – make this a shrewd choice for Canon upgraders willing to look beyond the 550D.

Published :
£1029 inc VAT
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 with 14-140mm lens review
Cameras DSLRs

Photo quality fails to live up to the high price, but for videos, the smooth autofocus, extensive options and sublime quality are a winning combination.

Published :
£1050 inc VAT
Nikon D3100
Nikon D3100 18-55VR Kit review
Cameras DSLRs

Not without flaws, but sumptuous photos and videos at a sensible price make it an unbeatable package

Published :
£459 inc VAT
Nikon D7000 2
Nikon D7000 18-105 VR Kit review
Cameras DSLRs

The D7000 is a joy to use, and takes breathtaking photos and videos.

Published :
£1179 inc VAT