Best Digital Cameras February 2014
(You can read customer reviews)Best Digital SLR (DSLR) Cameras
Best Point & Shoot Digital Cameras
Best Compact System Digital Cameras Best Digital SLR (DSLR) Cameras
1. Canon EOS Rebel T3i 18 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera and DIGIC 4 Imaging with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens
Product Features
- 18.0 MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor for high image quality and speed
- ISO 100 - 6400 for shooting from bright to dim light
- Vari-angle 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor (3:2) for shooting at high or low angles and 1,040,000-dot VGA with reflection reduction
- Video Snapshot features for enhanced video shooting options
- Comes with camera body, EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Type II lens, eyecup, wide strap, USB cable, AV cable, battery, and charger
Technical Details
- Type: Digital, AF/AE single-lens reflex, camera with built-in flash
- Recording Media: SD/SDHC/SDXC card, via external media (USB v.2.0 hard drive, or via Wireless LAN (Eye-Fi card*))
- Image Format: 22.3 x 14.9 mm (APS-C size)
- Compatible Lenses: Canon EF lenses including EF-S lenses (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx.1.6x the lens focal length)
- Lens Mount: Canon EF mount
- Total Pixels: Total pixels: Approx. 18.70 megapixels
- Aspect Ratio: 3:2 (Horizontal : Vertical)
- Color Filter System: RGB primary color filters
- Low Pass Filter: Fixed position in front of the CMOS sensor
- Dust Deletion Feature: Automatic Sensor Cleaning, Dust Delete Data appended to the captured image, Manual cleaning of sensor
- Recording Format: Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 and 2.30
- File Size: Large: Approx. 17.90 Megapixels (5,184 x 3,456), Medium: Approx. 8.00 Megapixels (3,456 x 2,304), Small: Approx. 4.50 Megapixels (2,592 x 1,728), S2: Approx. 2.50 Megapixels (1,920 x 1,280), S3: Approx. 0.35 Megapixels (720 x 480), RAW: Approx. 17.90 Megapixels (5,184 x 3,456)
- Recording Functions: Images record directly to the SD card.
- File Numbering: Consecutive numbering, auto reset, manual reset.
- Settings: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom
- Auto White Balance: Auto white balance with the image sensor
- Coverage: Vertical/Horizontal approx. 95% (TD)
- Magnification: Approx. 0.85x / 23.8° (with 50mm lens at infinity, -1 m-1 (dpt))
- Type: Eye-level SLR (with fixed pentamirror)
- Eye Point: Approx. 19 mm (At -1m-1 from the eyepiece lens center)
2. Nikon D3200 24.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR NIKKOR Zoom Lens

Product Features
- Wi-Fi Connectivity with adapter (not included)
- 24.2 MP DX-format CMOS sensor,Display Screen 3.0-Inch Rear Screen, LCD (921000)
- EXPEED III Image Processing
- Wide ISO sensitivity range,Filter Thread: 52 mm
- One-touch Full HD 1080p movie recording
Technical Details
- Brand Name: Nikon
- Model: 25492
- Optical Sensor Resolution: 24.2 MP
- Optical Sensor Technology: CMOS
- Optical zoom: 3 x
- Minimum focal length: 18.00 millimeters
- Maximum focal length: 55.00 millimeters
- Display Size: 3.00 inches
- Viewfinder Type: optical viewfinder; fixed LCD
- Weight: 1.80 pounds
3. Canon EOS Rebel T3 12.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR with 18-55mm IS II Lens and EOS HD Movie Mode
- 12.2 MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor for high image quality and speed.
- ISO 100 - 6400 for shooting from bright to dim light.
- Improved EOS HD Movie mode with expanded recording and with in-camera video editing options.
- High speed, reliable 9-point AF system utilizing a high precision, f/5.6 cross-type center point.
- Enhanced metering with a 63-zone, Dual-layer metering system for accurate metering between exposures.
4. Canon EOS Rebel SL1 18.0 MP CMOS Digital SLR with EF-S 18-55mm IS STM Lens
- Compact and lightweight DSLR featuring a newly-developed 18.0 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor, ISO 100-12800 (expandable to H: 25600) for stills and ISO-6400 (expandable to H: 12800) for videos for shooting from bright to dim light, and high performance DIGIC 5 Image Processor for exceptional image quality and speed.
- 9-point AF system (including a high-precision dual-cross f/2.8 center point) for exceptional autofocus performance when shooting with the viewfinder; new Hybrid CMOS AF II, which combines the advantages of high-speed phase-detection AF and high-precision contrast AF, provides a widened Hybrid CMOS AF focus area for increased autofocus speed and accuracy when shooting photos and movies in Live View.
- High speed continuous shooting up to 4.0 fps allows you to capture all the action
- EOS Full HD Movie mode with Movie Servo AF for continuous focus tracking of moving subjects, manual exposure control and multiple frame rates (1080: 30p (29.97) / 24p (23.976) / 25p, 720: 60p (59.94) / 50p, 480: 30p (29.97) / 25p), built-in monaural microphone, manual audio level adjustment, and Video Snapshot with editing for expanded movie shooting options.
- Touch Screen Wide 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor II (approximately 1,040,000 dots) with smudge-resistant coating features multi-touch operation with direct access to functions for setting changes and Touch AF for an easy, intuitive experience and clear viewing when outdoors; an Optical Viewfinder with approx. 0.87x magnification makes subjects easier to see.
5. Canon EOS 70D 20.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with Dual Pixel CMOS AF and EF-S 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 IS STM Kit
- Canon's innovative Dual Pixel CMOS AF enables you to shoot video like a camcorder with smooth, fast, and accurate autofocus; lets you enjoy instant and precise autofocus even when shooting stills from a variety of angles with the freedom provided by the Vari-angle LCD. 19-point all cross-type AF system (including a high-precision f/2.8 dual cross-type AF center point) with a wide area arrayfor exceptional autofocus performance and greater compositional freedom when shooting with the viewfinder. Intelligent Viewfinder with superimposed LCD display provides approximately 98% field of view, and Multi-Aspect ratio in Live View broadens your choices in composition.
- 20.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor, 14-bit A/D conversion, ISO 100-12800 (expandable to H: 25600) for shooting from bright to dim light and high performance DIGIC 5+ Image Processor for exceptional image quality and processing speed.
- EOS Full HD Movie mode with Movie Servo AF for improved continuous focus tracking of moving subjects, manual exposure control and multiple frame rates (1080: 30p (29.97) / 24p (23.976) / 25p, 720: 60p (59.94) / 50p, 480: 30p (29.97) / 25p), built-in stereo microphone, manual audio level adjustment with attenuator function to reduce audio clipping, and Video Snapshot with editing for expanded movie shooting options.
- Vari-angle Touch Screen 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor II (approximately 1,040,000 dots) with smudge-resistant coating features multi-touch operation and Touch AF for an easy and intuitive experience, flexible positioning, and clear viewing even when outdoors in sunlight.
- Built-in wireless technology allows you to wirelessly transfer your images to social networking sites through CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, share your images with wireless-enabled Canon cameras, or upload virtually anywhere on your iOS® or Android(TM) smartphone* with the free download of the EOS Remote app.
6. Nikon D3100 14.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lens
- 14.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor; 3-inch monitor with One-Touch Live View shooting and movie capture
- Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization lens
- Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound
- Easy-To-Use Nikon Guide Mode with intuitive controls and on-board assistance
- Capture images to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards (not included)

7. Canon Rebel T5i Digital SLR Camera and 18-55mm EF-S IS STM Lens Kit
- EOS Full HD Movie mode with Movie Servo AF for continuous focus tracking of moving subjects, manual exposure control and multiple frame rates built-in stereo microphone, manual audio level adjustment and Video Snapshot
- Vari-angle touchscreen 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor II (approximately 1,040,000 dots) with smudge-resistant coating features multi-touch operation and Touch AF
- 18.0 megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor, 14-bit A/D conversion, ISO 100-12800 (expandable to H: 25600) for shooting from bright to dim light and high performance
- 9-point all cross-type AF system (including a high-precision dual-cross f/2.8 center point) for exceptional autofocus performance when shooting with the viewfinder and Hybrid CMOS AF
- Includes EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM compact and lightweight standard zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer for up to four equivalent stops of shake correction
8. Canon EOS 6D 20.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 3.0-Inch LCD and EF24-105mm IS Lens Kit
- 20.2 MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor DSLR and EF24-105mm f4L IS USM Lens
- 11 Point AF points, 63-zone Dual-Level Metering Sensor
- Canon iMAGE GATEWAY to Share and Upload Photos Anyhwere on iOS or Android Devices with Free EOS Remote Application
- Built-in GPS Receiver and Wi-Fi Transmitter
- Memory Cards: SD/SDHS/SDXC, and Ultra High-Speed (UHS-I) cards
9. Canon EOS 5D Mark III 22.3 MP Full Frame CMOS with 1080p Full-HD Video Mode Digital SLR Camera
- Newly designed 22.3 Megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, 14-bit A/D conversion, wide range ISO setting 100-25600 (L:50, H1: 51200, H2: 102400) for shooting from bright to dim light and next generation DIGIC 5+ Image Processor for enhanced noise reduction and exceptional processing speed.
- New 61-Point High Density Reticular AF including up to 41 cross-type AF points with f/4.0 lens support and 5 dual diagonal AF points (sensitive to f/2.8).
- iFCL Metering with 63 zone dual-layer metering sensor that utilizes AF and color information for optimizing exposure and image quality.
- EOS HD Video with manual exposure control and multiple frame rates (1080: 30p (29.97) / 24p (23.976) / 25p, 720: 60p (59.94) / 50p, 480: 30p (29.97) / 25p) with 4 GB automatic file partitioning (continuous recording time 29 minutes 59 seconds), selectable "All i-frame" or IPB compressions, embedded timecode, manual audio level control while recording, and headphone terminal.
- 3.2-inch Clear View II LCD monitor, 170° viewing angle, 1,040,000-dot VGA, reflection; magnesium-alloy body with shutter durability tested up to 150,000 cycles, enhanced dust-and-weather resistance, and updated EOS Integrated Cleaning system for improved vibration-based dust removal.
- 3.2-inch TFT LCD display
- New 61-Point High Density Reticular AF including up to 41 cross-type AF points with f/4.0 lens support and 5 dual diagonal AF points (sensitive to f/2.8).
Best Point & Shoot Digital Cameras
1. Canon PowerShot SX510 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 30x Optical Zoom and 1080p Full-HD Video
- Capture beautiful 1080p full HD video in stereo sound with a dedicated movie button, zoom while shooting and play back videos on an HDTV via the HDMI output
- Large 3-inch color LCD with a screen resolution of 461,000 dots enables easy viewing from a wide angle
- 12.1 megapixel high-sensitivity 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor combined with the Canon DIGIC 4 image processor
- Powerful 30x optical zoom and 24mm wide-angle lens with Optical Image Stabilizer
- Smart Auto intelligently selects the proper settings based on 32 predefined shooting situations
2. Canon PowerShot A2500 16MP Digital Camera with 2.7-Inch LCD
- ECO Mode to reduce power consumption
- Capture impressive 720p HD video in stereo sound with a dedicated movie button
- 16 megapixel, 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor and Canon DIGIC 4 image processor deliver enhanced image quality
- 5x optical zoom and 28mm wide-angle lens with Digital Image Stabilizer
- Smart Auto intelligently selects the proper settings based on 32 predefined shooting situations
3. Canon PowerShot A1400
16.0 MP Digital Camera with 5x Digital Image Stabilized Zoom 28mm
Wide-Angle Lens and 720p HD Video Recording
- 2.7-inch TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle monitor
- 16.0 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor
- DIGIC 4 image processor for exceptional performance
- 5x optical zoom with 28mm wide-angle lens delivers stunning images
- Shoot brilliant 720p HD video with a dedicated movie button
4. Panasonic Lumix ZS20 14.1 MP High Sensitivity MOS Digital Camera with 20x Optical Zoom
- 24mm Ultra Wide Angle LEICA DC Lens with 20x Optical Zoom
- Full HD video recording with stereo microphone
- 0.1sec Light Speed AF
- 12MB built-in memory
- Supports SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card (Need to be purchased separately)
5. Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 12.1MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom with 3-Inch LCD
- Built-in Wi-Fi technology allows you to wirelessly transfer your images to social networking sites through CANON iMAGE GATEWAY
- Upload virtually anywhere on your iOS or Android device with free download of the Canon Camera Window app
- Capture beautiful 1080p full HD video in stereo sound with a dedicated movie button, zoom while shooting and play back videos on an HDTV via the HDMI output
- 12.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, DIGIC 5 processor, 10x optical image stabilized zoom and 24mm wide-angle lens
- ECO Mode reduces power consumption so you can shoot longer on a single charge; The Battery charger is included in the box.
6. Canon PowerShot SX280 12MP Digital Camera with 20x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom with 3-Inch LCD
- Built-in Wi-Fi technology allows you to wirelessly transfer your images to social networking sites through CANON iMAGE GATEWAY
- Upload virtually anywhere on your iOS or Android device with free download of the Canon Camera Window app
- Capture breathtaking 1080p full HD video capture at 60fps
- 12.1 megapixel, 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor and Canon DIGIC 6 image processor for improved low-light performance up to ISO 6400 and enhanced image quality
- Powerful 20x optical zoom and 25mm wide-angle lens with Optical Image Stabilizer
7. Kodak Easyshare C195 Digital Camera
- 14 megapixels for high-quality pictures
- 5x optical zoom
- 3 in. bright LCD
- One-button upload to e-mail, Kodak Gallery, YouTube, Facebook, ORKUT, and FLICKR sites
- Kodak's Smart Capture feature
8. Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS 16.0 MP Digital Camera with 8x Optical Zoom 28mm Wide-Angle Lens and 720p HD Video Recording
- 3-inch TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle monitor
- 16.0 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor
- DIGIC 4 image processor for exceptional performance
- 8x optical zoom with 28mm wide-angle lens
- 720p HD video with a dedicated movie button
9. Nikon COOLPIX L820 16 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 30x Zoom Lens and Full HD 1080p Video
- Powerful 30x zoom that lets you shoot amazing close-ups
- 16 MP CMOS sensor for exceptional image quality and enhanced low-light performance
- Record videos in Full 1080p HD with stereo sound
- Larger ergonomic design for easier handling and comfort
10. Canon PowerShot SX160 IS 16.0 MP Digital Camera (Old Model) with 16x Wide-Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom with 3.0-Inch LCD
- 16 effective megapixel, 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor
- 3-inch TFT color LCD with wide viewing angle
- DIGIC 4 image processor
- 720p HD video with dedicated movie button
- 28mm wide-angle lens with powerful 16x optical zoom and optical image stabilizer
- 16x Optical Zoom with 28mm Wide-Angle lens
- DIGIC 4 Image Processor
Best Compact System Digital Cameras
1. Sony NEX-3NL/B Compact Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Kit- 16.1 MP Exmor APS-C sensor for great images
- New SELP1650 lens with motor zoom lever and body control
- Create easy self-portraits with 180° tilting LCD screen
- Full HD movie shooting 60i/24p
2. Sony Alpha a6000 24.3 Interchangeable Lens Camera with 16-50mm Power Zoom Lens
- ILCE6000L/B
- Capture life in high resolution with 24MP APS-C sensor
- Compact & lightweight Mirrorless DSLR for everyday use
- Easy and intuitive controls help you shoot like a pro
- Smartphone remote control & sharing via NFC & Wi-Fi
- What you see is what you get with an OLED Viewfinder
- Convenient features: Tilt LCD
- pop-up flash and MI shoe
- Enhance your camera and creativity with Camera Apps
3. Samsung NX1100 Smart Wi-Fi Digital Camera Body & 20-50mm Lens
- 20.3MP APS-C CMOSImage Sensor 20.3MP APS-C CMOSImage Sensor 20.3MP APS-C CMOS Image Sensor
- Built-In Wireless Connectivity
- Full HD 1080p Video Recording
- 8FPS RAW and JPEG Continuous Shooting
- ISO 100-12800
4. Nikon 1 J1 Digital Camera System with 10-30mm Lens
- A revolutionary new imaging system from Nikon, harmoniuously designed from the ground up
- The Nikon J1 is faster than you are with the world's fastest autofocus among cameras with AF
- Bring your images to life with Nikon's new Motion Snapshot
- Command your creativity with the simultaneous capture of still and Full HD video
- The Nikon J1 does the thinking for you with Nikon's new Smart Photo Selector
- The Nikon J1 takes a SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card
- The Nikon J1 is faster than you are with the world's fastest autofocus among cameras with AF
- Bring your images to life with Nikon's new Motion Snapshot
- Command your creativity with the simultaneous capture of still and Full HD video
- The Nikon J1 does the thinking for you with Nikon's new Smart Photo Selector
5. Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GM1KS Compact System Camera with 12-32mm Silver Lens Kit
- Timeless iconic design meets modern micro tech
- Encased in reinforced metallic alloy
- Large sensor size leading to cutting edge hybrid quality performance
- WiFi connectivity for instant online sharing
6. Fujifilm X-T1 16 MP Compact System Camera with 3.0-Inch LCD and XF 18-55mm F2.8-4.0 Lens
- APS-C 16M X-Trans CMOS II Sensor and EXR Processor II
- 2.36 Million Pixel OLED, High Magnification .77x - 31 Degree angle of view - Display lag 0.005 sec
- Weather Resistant (When used with a weather resistant Fusion lens) - Water and Dust resistant, Freeze resistant to -10 Degree / 14 Degree
- Tilt 3.0-Inch1040K pixel LCD Screen
- Continuous Shooting - 8fps with Tracking AF
7. Fujifilm X-E1 16.3 MP Compact System Digital Camera with 2.8-Inch LCD and 18-55mm Lens
- 16.3 MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS Sensor
- 2.36 Million Dot OLED Viewfinder
- Fujifilm X-Mount
- JPEG + RAW
- Kit includes 18-55MM F2.8 - 4.0 OIS Lens
8. Olympus OM-D E-M1 Compact System Camera with 16MP and 3-Inch LCD
- With the new 16MP Live MOS Image Sensor with DUAL FAST PHASE AND CONTRAST AF Sensor, the OM-D E-M1 automatically switches between Contrast Detection AF or Phase Detection AF.
- The exclusive Olympus FAST (Frequency Acceleration Sensor Technology) AF System focuses at an astonishing speed and offers 37 separate focus areas in on-chip phase detection mode and 81 areas in contrast detection, spread over the image area.
- The new, interactive high-definition EVF features a 2.36 million dot resolution, an impressive 1.48x magnification, 29ms image display time lag, eye sensor for automatic switching between the EVF and monitor.
9. Sony NEX-6L/B 16.1 MP Compact Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with 16-50 mm Power Zoom Lens and 3-Inch LED
- Pocket camera with professional-grade performance
- 16 MP APS-C sensor with up to 10 fps shooting and Full HD video
- Fast Hybrid AF includes phase-detection for DSLR-like focus
- Bright XGA OLED viewfinder for 100% coverage
- Wi-Fi® sharing and downloadable camera apps
10. Fujifilm X-M1 Compact System 16 MP Digital Camera with 16-50mm Lens and 3-Inch LCD Screen
- 16MP APS-C CMOS X-Trans Sensor with EXR processor II
- Includes XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS
- 3" (920k Dot) Tilting LCD
- Wi-Fi Image Transfer
- Full HD Movie -1080p/30fps/built in stereo microphone