It is obviously a hard task to go choose a camera that is really suitable for you. For most of the people, it is a tough job. To make this tough job an easy one, I will discuss with you 2 wonderful cameras that can be chosen by anyone who is in search of a real functional performer!

1. Canon EOS 50D:

It is a nice midrange dSLR camera, which offers nice features and good performance level. Let us have a look at its specifications.

Specs:

• Product type: Digital camera – SLR
• Dimensions: 5.7” x 2.9” x 4.3”
• Weight: 1.6 lb
• Body material: Magnesium alloy
• Resolution: 15.1 megapixels
• Optical sensor type: CMOS
• Total pixels: 15,500,000 pixels
• Effective sensor resolution: 15,500,000 pixels
• Field of View Crop Factor: 1.6
• Color support, Sensor dust reduction
• Sensor features: EOS Integrated Cleaning System
• Light sensitivity: ISO auto , ISO 100-12800
• Shooting programs: Close-up , Landscape , Sports mode , Portrait mode , Night portrait
• Special effects: Neutral , Faithful , Portrait , Landscape , Monochrome , Custom Effect
• Exposure modes: Bulb,  Manual,  Program,  Automatic,  Depth-of-field,  Shutter-priority,  Aperture-priority,  E-TTL II program flash
• Face detection
• White balance: Custom , Presets , Automatic
• white balance presets: Flash , Shade , Cloudy , Daylight , Fluorescent , Tungsten light
• Still image format: RAW,  JPEG,  RAW + JPEG
• Supported flash memory: CompactFlash
• Camera flash: Pop-up flash
• Flash modes: E-TTL,  Auto mode,  Flash OFF mode,  Red-eye reduction
• Camera flash features: AF illuminator , Flash +/- compensation
• Auto focus: TTL phase detection
• Viewfinder type: Optical – Fixed eye-level pentaprism
• LCD display info: AE lock , Aperture , AF-in-focus , Shutter speed , White balance , ISO sensitivity , Red-eye reduction , Memory card status , Flash charge completion , Flash compensation on/off , High-speed sync indicator
• Display type: LCD display – TFT active matrix – 3 in – Color
• Connector type: 1 x Composite video output , 1 x USB , 1 x HDMI
• Expansion slot: 1 x CompactFlash Card – Type I/II
• Software: Canon PhotoStitch , Canon ImageBrowser , Drivers & Utilities , Canon Remote Capture , Canon ZoomBrowser EX , Canon Digital Photo Professional
• Operating system support: MS Windows XP , MS Windows 2000 , MS Windows Vista , Apple Mac OS X 10.3 – 10.5
• Peripheral devices: USB port , CD-ROM drive , SVGA monitor
• Included accessories: Neck strap , Eyepiece cover
• Included cables: Video cable , USB cable
• Battery: 1 x Canon BP-511A Li-ion rechargeable battery – 1390 mAh ( Included )
• Price: $949.95 – $1,399.99 (subject to variation according to time and location)

Features:

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It is a little weightier than the predecessor 40D, but keeps the same dimensions. It is also compatible with old battery. It is best for those who are new to photography. The highly programmable function button lets you assign direct access to functions like LCD brightness, image quality, exposure compensation, image jump during playback, or Live View settings. Creative Auto is a nice addition, whereas the upgrade from 40D’s 10 mp to 50D’s 15 mp is huge. Due to the Digic4 processor, this camera is 30% faster than its predecessors. Shoot moving object easily with the 6.3fps mode.

Product’s Unique Selling Points:

• Solid and comfortable design
• Great performance
• Excellent image quality
• Nicely priced
• Fast shooting

Limitations:

• Noisy at high ISO settings
• Simple for its class

2. Nikon D300:

This 12.3 MP camera is for those who are new to photography and also those who are more budget conscious. The dust and waterproof casing make it more protected than other cameras.

Specs:

• Product type: Digital camera – SLR
• Dimensions: 5.8” x 2.9” x 4.5”
• Weight: 1.8 lbs
• Body material: Magnesium alloy
• Resolution: 12.3 megapixels
• Color support, Sensor dust reduction
• Optical sensor type: CMOS
• Total pixels: 13,100,000 pixels
• Effective sensor resolution: 12,300,000 pixels
• Sensor features: Anti-Dust technology
• Light sensitivity: ISO 200-3200
• Special effects: Vivid , Neutral , Monochrome
• Image stabilizer: optical
• Image stabilizer feature: Optical stabilization helps prevent blurry pictures, especially for handheld cameras at slow shutter speeds or when using high optical zoom.
• Exposure metering: Spot , Center-weighted , 3D color matrix II
• Exposure modes: Bulb,  Manual,  Program,  Automatic,  Shutter-priority,  Aperture-priority,  I-TTL program flash
• White balance: Custom , Presets , Automatic
• Still image format: JPEG,  TIFF,  NEF (RAW)
• Supported flash memory: Microdrive,  CompactFlash
• Camera flash: popup flash
• Flash modes: Auto mode,  Fill-in mode,  Slow synchro,  Flash OFF mode,  Rear curtain sync,  Red-eye reduction
• Camera flash features: AF illuminator , Flash +/- compensation , Flash exposure bracketing
• Lens type: Zoom lens – 18 mm – 200 mm – F/3.5-5.6 G IF-ED Nikon AF-S DX VR
• Focal length: 18 mm – 200 mm
• Focus adjustment: auto, manual
• Auto focus: TTL contrast and phase detection
• Optical zoom: 11.1 x
• Lens features: ED glass , Aspherical lens , Silent Wave Motor (SWM) , Internal focusing system , VR (Vibration Reduction)
• Flash terminal: Hot Shoe
• Additional features: AE lock , AF lock , FE lock , DPOF support , Direct print , Dust resistant , Auto power save , Histogram display , LCD live view mode , PictBridge support , USB 2.0 compatibility , Text input to Exif header , Display brightness control , Depth-of-field preview button , Scene Recognition System (SRS)
• Viewfinder type: Optical – Fixed eye-level pentaprism
• Display type: LCD display – TFT active matrix – 3 in – Color
• Connector type: 1 x Composite video output , 1 x USB , 1 x Remote control , 1 x HDMI output
• Expansion slot: 1 x CompactFlash Card – Type I/II
• Included accessories: Body cap , Lens cap , Eyepiece cover , Shoulder strap , LCD display cover
• Included cables: Video cable , USB cable
• Battery: 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
• Price: $2,296.95 – $2,584.95 (subject to variation according to time and location)

Features:

The solid body is water and dust proof. 12-megapixel CMOS sensor promises

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nice results and great performance. The 3D tracking mode is an ultimate solution to shooting subjects that are well-defined and portrait type situation. Using the 51-point dynamic AF without the 3D tracking is best for fast moving subjects. Performance is pretty nice with sharp photos, excellent exposures, accurate colors, and broad tonal ranges. Photo quality is awesome too.

Product’s Unique Selling Points:

• Great photo quality
• Excellent performance
• Solid built
• Extremely flexible custom settings architecture
• Onboard wireless flash controller
• Responsive auto-focus
• Quick shooting

Limitations:

• Expensive
• Complex controls

Now, one for “speed and effortless grace” and the other fast shooting and compact camera is in front of you, with detailed specs and features, pros and cons. See for yourself what suits you best and go for the one! Happy shopping!

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