Digital Cameras > 3 to 5 x Digital Cameras > 400 GBP and more

Advantages: Ergonomics, choice of lenses, build quailty
Disadvantages: Viewfinder not as good as D80/D200

...The camera came with Nikon Capture 4 editing software as a 30 day trial, and I liked the software so purchased it (about £100) once the trial ran out, and have since upgraded to Capture NX. For previewing my photos prior to editing I use the excellent Nikon View software which is freely downloadable. Nikon View recognises my camera when I connect it to my laptop via the USB cable and downloads any new photos, as well as synchronises the camera's ...
...to remove the CF card from their camera and use a card reader instead, and many PCs & Laptops have built in card readers. It can become pretty addictive, and I spend a lot of time on flickr learning from others. The camera pretty much goes wherever I go so that I don't miss any good photo opportunities! ... Read review

Advantages: great producing photographs/easy to use
Disadvantages: slow

A wonderful camera for the price. You can spend thousands of dollars for camera with all of the bells and whistles that you will no nothing about though out your ownership of the camera. This is a great camera for all levels of experience, but mainly for the weekend photographer. It's light weight and has everything you need to produce a magnificant peice of art. Of course you get what you pay for. The D80 can only shoot about 3 frames per second. ... Read review

Advantages: Nice Build. Quick and easy menus/scene modes. Good quality images.
Disadvantages: Deleting images can be a tiring task.

...far too lightweight, and the Pentax K100D was that extra bit heavier, which I found far better to use; especially when adding bigger lenses. When I opened the box, I got the camera started straight away. The menu's were simple enough to get used to, and within moments, I felt like I'd been using it for months. The FN button, allows you to quickly change the ISO, white balance, drive mode and flash settings. Which is very useful when you're on the ...
...standard 18-55mm lens, as well as a Sigma 70-300mm Macro lens. More accessories are becoming available for these DSLR's as Pentax builds popularity. I got my Pentax K100D about 9 months ago, and I'm happy to say that I won't be buying another camera for a long time. ... Read review

Advantages: Extreme weather seals, image stabalisation, dust removal, SV and MTF
Disadvantages: Not for beginners, hi ISO noise

...came the reviews of the Pentax K10D in the Magazines and their view was that it compares very closely to the Nikon D200. I looked around and found a great deal at £615.00 with kit lens and 1gig extreme III SD card and the screw on battery pack. I set the camera up and was blown away by the image quality on minimal settings. I couldn't have asked for a better camera to start off with really but it's not for total beginners as there are no scene ... Read review

Advantages: Great quality for the price and user friendly buttons
Disadvantages: 8 megapixels (if you value that)

I've been a traditional film photographer for years and the EOS 30D was the first digital slr we purchased a few months ago. My husband and I are so happy with this camera and love that we can take it on vacation for candids, then turn around and utilize it more professionally for portraits. There is such a range of creative options that allows this camera to be very functional for a variety of situations from backyard bbq's to more professional ...
...with this buy and definitely recommend this for people who desire a camera that can be functional in casual situations and for families as well as professionally.... The one down side for many is the 8 megapixels but I haven't had any problems with clarity for prints I have printed because the largest I print is 16x20 and they turn out beautiful! ... Read review