Top High-End Cameras
Here's our list of top rated entry-level DSLRs, compact interchangeable-lens cameras, megazooms, and advanced point-and-shoots, as ranked by the PCWorld Labs.
Rated: Jul 27, 2010 11:50 AM
Canon's incremental refinements to this Rebel add up to both improved image quality and movie recording that is a notable step forward.
Rated: Jul 13, 2010 8:30 AM
Sony's first interchangeable-lens compact camera, the NEX-5 offers image and video quality on a par with a DSLR and has unique modes that go beyond anything else in its class. The only thing missing is a built-in flash.
Rated: Jan 20, 2011 4:15 PM
The Lumix LX5 isn't the most novice-friendly camera, but it offers an insane amount of power for a fixed-lens camera when you dig into its manual controls.
Pentax Ricoh Imaging Company K2000
Rated: Sep 14, 2009 12:00 AM
The K2000 is a beginner-friendly DSLR with body-based stabilization, but autofocus speed and controls are drawbacks.
Rated: Aug 4, 2010 12:00 AM
Its image quality isn't quite on par with a DSLR, but the Olympus Pen E-PL1 is a groundbreaking and powerful interchangeable-lens camera that serves as an excellent learning tool.
Rated: Sep 8, 2010 6:00 PM
The powerful P100 does everything easily, thanks to its 26X zoom lens, versatile features, and intuitive controls. Exposure quality and color accuracy are superb, but its photos suffer from distortion and lack of sharpness.
Rated: Feb 3, 2011 1:27 PM
The D3100 is an entry-level DSLR on the higher end of that category's price range. However, it has a great set of features for beginning photographers, and decent image quality.
Rated: Jan 20, 2011 4:15 PM
The G12 delivers excellent image and video quality, and it backs up its manual controls with fun scene modes, an optical viewfinder, and a tilt-and-swivel LCD screen.
Rated: Jan 20, 2011 4:15 PM
The Coolpix P7000 combines great image quality, extensive manual controls, and a 7.1X-optical-zoom lens. DSLR owners should feel at home, but the button-heavy interface may intimidate novices.
Rated: Jan 20, 2011 4:15 PM
The PowerShot S95 is a perfect camera to grow with, thanks to its pocketable size and its compelling blend of automated and manual controls.
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