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The new Nikon flagship, aimed squarely at the studio or landscape photographer. It doubles the megapixel count of the existing D3, while almost doubling the street price (Nikon D3's are hovering around $4,200 at the time of the announcement for a USA model, $3,700 for grey market).

Looking at the spec's, it's basically a D3 with a higher resolution/lower ISO sensor. The larger image file size means the max f.p.s. has dropped to 5 f.p.s. (from the D3's 9 f.p.s.), the camera has lost about 20 grams in weight, and according to Nikon the D3x will get an extra 100 shots over the D3 per battery charge. Other than that the specs are identical.

With a DX crop mode giving a 10.5 megapixel image at 7 f.p.s. the D3x could be used as an action/sports camera in a pinch, but at almost double the current street price of the Nikon D3 and many times the price of the D700 or D300 that would be a stretch, especially since all three of those would give a higher megapixel image at a faster frame rate (with the MB-D10 for the D300/D700) and similar or better ISO ranges. Read More about Nikon D3x Overview

Announced in September 2007, the Sony Alpha A700 became the second Sony Alpha DSLR (after the now discontinued A100) aimed at serious amateurs, featuring a 12.2 megapixel CMOS sensor, magnesium alloy body and an HDMI output.

The Sony Alpha A700 is based on the Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D, with a host of new features added, and accepts Minolta a-mount lenses, Sony's "G" Series lenses with motorized auto focusing and Sony's wide-aperture zoom lenses. It also features Sony's Super SteadyShot® stabilization technology (an in-camera vibration reduction system), and uses the Sony Bionz Image Processor. Read More about Sony Alpha A700 Overview

Released in early 2008, at the same time as the lower resolution Sony Alpha A300, the Sony Alpha A350 became this highest resolution Sony DSLR at 14.2 megapixels (later to be superceded by the Sony Alpha A900's 24.6 megapixels).

The Sony Alpha A350 also features a tilting LCD for easier viewing, and Sony's Super SteadyShot stabilization technology (an in-camera vibration reduction system). It accepts Minolta a-mount lenses, Sony's "G" Series lenses with motorized auto focusing and Sony's wide-aperture zoom lenses

This line up gives Sony 3 entry-level DSLR's, more any other major manufacturer, showing an aggressive marketing position from Sony. The Sony Alpha A200 is the base model with its 10.2 Megapixel sensor. The Sony Alpha A300 shares the same sensor, but adds Live View and a tilting screen. Then the A350 takes the A300 and simply puts in a new 14.2 megapixel sensor in place of the 10.2 megapixel one. Size, layout and weight are pretty much identical between all 3. Read More about Sony Alpha A350 Overview

Released in early 2008, at the same time as the higher resolution Sony Alpha A350, the Sony Alpha A300 takes the middle spot in Sony's entry-level DSLR line-up

The Sony Alpha A300 features a tilting LCD for easier viewing, and Sony's Super SteadyShot stabilization technology (an in-camera vibration reduction system). It accepts Minolta a-mount lenses, Sony's "G" Series lenses with motorized auto focusing and Sony's wide-aperture zoom lenses

This line up gives Sony 3 entry-level DSLR's, more any other major manufacturer, showing an aggressive marketing position from Sony. The Sony Alpha A200 is the base model with its 10.2 Megapixel sensor. The Sony Alpha A300 shares the same sensor, but adds Live View and a tilting screen. Then the A350 takes the A300 and simply puts in a new 14.2 megapixel sensor in place of the 10.2 megapixel one. Size, layout and weight are pretty much identical between all 3. Read More about Sony Alpha A300 Overview

Announced in January 2008, shortly before the Sony Alpha A300 and A350, the Sony Alpha A200 replaced the A100 as Sony's entry-level DSLR, offering a slight upgrade at a lower price-point. Kits with a 18-70mm zoom lens started shipping in February 2008.

The Sony Alpha A100 features a 10.2 megapixel CCD sensor, a large 2.7 inch LCD screen, and Sony's Super SteadyShot stabilization technology (an in-camera vibration reduction system). It accepts Minolta a-mount lenses, Sony's "G" Series lenses with motorized auto focusing and Sony's wide-aperture zoom lenses

This line up gives Sony 3 entry-level DSLR's, more any other major manufacturer, showing an aggressive marketing position from Sony. The Sony Alpha A200 is the base model with its 10.2 Megapixel sensor. The Sony Alpha A300 shares the same sensor, but adds Live View and a tilting screen. Then the A350 takes the A300 and simply puts in a new 14.2 megapixel sensor in place of the 10.2 megapixel one. Size, layout and weight are pretty much identical between all 3. Read More about Sony Alpha A200 Overview

Announced in September 2008, the Sony Alpha A900 was launched as the flagship Sony model, joining Canon and Nikon as manufacturers of Full Frame DSLR's. The 24,6 Megapixel Sony Alpha instantly became the highest resolution DSLR to date at its launch. The camera is also the first to have a body-integrated image stabilization system for a full-frame sensor, with Sony’s SteadyShot anti-shake system.

With an MSRP of $2,999, the Sony A900 finds itself in direct competition with two other full frame cameras, the Nikon D700 (12 megapixels, 8 fps, ISO to 25,600, $2,999) and the Canon EOS 5D Mark II (21 megapixels, 3.9 fps, ISO to 25,600, HD Video, $2,699). The Sony Alpha A900 has the highest resolution of these cameras, but comes up short on ISO and lens selection in comparison.

It will be interesting to see how the Sony Alpha A900 does in the marketplace. It is clearly a very capable camera, and the current choice if you want the highest megapixel count possible. However the Canon's megapixel count is almost as high, and in most other areas that count, the Canon out-spec's the Sony. The Canon is also backed by an impressive line of lenses and offers HD Video, all for several hundred dollars less. Read More about Sony Alpha A900 Overview

Announced in November 2005, the Nikon D200 replaced the Nikon D100 as Nikons primary prosumer camera, three and a half years after the D100's introduction. The D200 was a major step forward, with its 10 megapixel sensor, magnesium alloy body with sealed body seams, and improved autofocus and metering. Many pro's adopted the D200 as a backup body to their D2 series cameras, because of its similar layout and specification, but in a smaller form, with the added benefit of a built in flash.

Nikon underestimated the Initial demand for the D200, it was in short supply for many months after its introduction. The Nikon D200 won the TIPA 2006 award for Best Digital SLR in the Expert category.

The D200 was succeeded by the D300 in August 2007. Read More about Nikon D200 Overview

Announced in August 2008, the Nikon D90 replaced the much respected Nikon D80, and became the first DSLR ever to support a Video Mode. As an extension to its Live View capabilities, the Nikon D90 can record 720p HD Video (1280 x 720) at 24 frames per second. Although capable of excellent results if used correctly, the video mode is very basic, does not support autofocus, and gives the user virtually no control over important areas like exposure.

As a DSLR however, the Nikon D90 excels, and is often referred to as a "mini-D300". It uses the same 12 megapixel sensor as its big brother, the Nikon D300, and is capable of similar, and in some cases possibly better image quality. It is rumored that improvements have been made to the sensor and/or image processing on the chipset since the D300's release almost a year earlier.

As an advanced amateur model, the body contains an internal autofocus model to retain compatibility with the older AF designated lenses in Nikons current lens line up. However it does not have the aperture ring around the mount to allow metering compatibility with the older AI specification lenses.

As well as the improved sensor and video capabilities, the D90 offers numerous other improvements over the D80, including a better LCD (also shared with the Nikon D300), Live View, burst rate increased to 4.5 frames per second, a built-in sensor cleaning system and improvements to autofocus and metering. Read More about Nikon D90 Overview

Announced in August 2006, the Nikon D80 replaced the Nikon D70/D70s as the mid range DSLR in Nikons line-up.

The Nikon D80 used the same sensor and LCD the Nikon D200, but in a more compact and lighter body. The D80 had a more basic metering system than the D200, and only offered a maximum frame rate of 3 frames per second, vs. the Nikon D200's 5fps.

The Nikon D80 was replaced by the Nikon D90 in Nikons line-up in September 2008. Read More about Nikon D80 Overview

Announced in January 2008, the Nikon D60 replaced the entry level Nikon D40x. It utilizes the same 10.2 megapixel sensor found in the Nikon D200 and Nikon D80, and adds Nikons EXPEED processor, first introduced in the Nikon D3 and D300 a few months prior, as well as a self cleaning sensor unit.

At virtually the same size as the Nikon D40, the very compact Nikon D60 is the smallest Nikon DSLR ever made. Designed to be small and very simple to use, the Nikon D60 produces outstanding results, and is consistently one of the best selling and most popular DSLRs. Read More about Nikon D60 Overview

Announced in November 2006, the Nikon D40 became Nikons latest entry level Nikon DSLR, replacing the Nikon D50. It instantly became the smallest, and at 16 oz., the lightest DSLR that Nikon has ever produced. The Nikon D40 offered fewer features than the Nikon D50, and this allowed Nikon to introduce the camera at a lower price point to help expand the appeal of its DSLR product line, while also undercutting the primary competition.

A Nikon D40x model was introduced a few months later with a 10 megapixel sensor, but this has since been replaced by the Nikon D60.

The Nikon D40 was the first Nikon DSLR to be released without an internal focusing motor, meaning it could not autofocus with a number of lenses in Nikons then line up, including the 50mm f1.4 AF and the 85mm f1.4 AF. The Nikon D40 is fully compatible with the AF-S range of lenses, which includes virtually all current Nikon zoom lenses.

With a flash sync speed of up to 1/500th of a second, the Nikon D40 has the fastest standard flash sync of any current Nikon DSLR.

The editors of American Photo and Popular Photography awarded the Nikon D40 an American Photo Editor’s Choice 2007 Award, based on a combination of its affordability and strong feature set, and raved about the handling, superior performance and great picture quality. The Nikon D40 remains as one of the most popular and best selling Nikon DSLR's to date. Read More about Nikon D40 Overview

Announced in February 2007, the Canon EOS 1D Mark III started shipping in May 2007 as a replacement for the Canon EOS 1D Mark II. Aimed at professional photographers, it has a 10 megapixel sensor and supports a maximum of 10 frames per second. The Canon EOS 1D Mark III was the first professional DSLR from Canon to support Live View.

The European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) named the Canon EOS 1D Mark III the "European Professional Camera of the Year 2007-2008".

The Canon EOS 1D Mark III introduced a new autofocus system, designed to be superior in low light conditions. However this new AF system has been plagued with problems since its launch, resulting in various common problems relating to the SERVO AF mode, as well as problems with stripes/banding within the picture, cursor navigation failure, and Err 99 messages. Many of these problems were fixed in a September 2007 firmware release (version 1.1.1), and as of October 2007, AF problems were supposedly addressed by replacing the internal submirror assembly. However some users still report problems with the camera achieving accurate AF despite these fixes, and a number of respected photographers have switched from Canon to Nikon over this issue.

Because of these potential issues with the camera, it has a very mixed bag of followers, some slate it, and others regard it as one of the very best cameras ever made. Read More about Canon EOS 1D Mark III Overview

Announced in August 2007, the Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III replaced the Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II. As a full frame (35mm equivalent sensor size) DSLR, at the time of its launch it was the highest resolution DSLR in the market at over 21 megapixels.

The Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III borrowed a number of features from the Canon EOS 1D Mark III, including Live View, its 3.0 inch LCD, metering system and questionable AF system.

With a shutter rated for 300,000 exposures, weather sealing, and an initial price tag approaching $8,000, this camera is clearly aimed at the professional photographer that needs a higher pixel count, typically a studio, fashion, landscape or architectural photographer. However there was a problem with some of the cameras produced having misalignment between the image sensor and the viewfinder/prism assembly, and reports that the AF system shares problems with the Canon EOS 1D Mark III.

The Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III remained the highest megapixel Full Frame DSLR on the market, until Sony announced its Alpha A900 in the summer of 2008. Read More about Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III Overview

Announced in August 2005, the Canon EOS 5D became the first full frame DSLR aimed at consumers and prosumers. Up until this point all Full Frame models came in pro bodies with integrated grips, and at the time Canons other full frame model cost twice the Canon EOS 5D's $3000 price point.

The combination of the large sensor and relatively low 12.7 megapixels, meant the 5D had excellent low light/high ISO capabilities, which weren't challenged at this price point until the arrival of the Nikon D700 3 years later.

The replacement for the Canon EOS 5D, called the Canon EOS 5D Mark II, was announced in September 2008 and should ship by the end of the year. Read More about Canon EOS 5D Overview

Announced in September 2008, the Canon EOS 5D Mark II became the first Canon DSLR to support video. Days after Nikon announced the first DSLR with Video capabilities, the Nikon D90, Canon responded with the first DSLR to support the full 1080p HD format at 30 frames per second. On paper the video system looks far superior to the Nikon D90's, but the Canon EOS 5D Mark II is several times the price of the Nikon.

The Canon EOS 5D Mark II replaces the Canon EOS 5D in Canons line up, offering 21 megapixels, improved ISO, a bigger LCD and a host of other improvements in addition to the video mode.

A video demonstrating the HD video capabilities of the new Canon EOS 5D Mark II has been posted on Canon's web site here.

Priced below Nikons D700 and offering a higher resolution and video modes, the new Canon 5D Mark II will offer serious competition for Nikon in the mid range, full frame market. Read More about Canon EOS 5D Mark II Overview

Announced in August 2007, the Canon EOS 40D became replaced the Canon EOS 30D as the prosumer model in Canons DSLR line-up.

The Canon EOS 40D has a higher resolution sensor than the 30D (10 megapixels vs. 8 megapixels), better noise control at high ISO's, a larger memory buffer, an increased frame rate (6.5 frames per second vs 5 fps for the 30D), and a new 14 bit RAW format.

The replacement for the Canon EOS 40D, the 15 megapixel Canon EOS 50D was announced in August 2008. Read More about Canon EOS 40D Overview

Announced in August 2008, the Canon EOS 50D replaces the Canon EOS 40D.

Aimed at advanced amateurs, the Canon EOS 50 improves the 40D in many areas: The resolution is increased to 15 megapixels, ISO range has been increased (now supports up to 12,800 ISO), frame rate increased to 6.3 frames per second, improved LCD, HDMI output and numerous other features.

At its $1,399.99 price point, it not only undercuts the Nikon D300 by several hundred dollars, but also offers more megapixels, higher ISO range and slightly faster frame rate than the year old Nikon (although the Nikons frame rate can be increased with the MB-D10 grip). The Canon 50D should provide the Nikon D300 some serious competition, although both cameras have their strengths.

The Canon EOS 50D is expected to start shipping in October 2008. Read More about Canon EOS 50D Overview

Announced in July 2008, the Canon EOS Rebel XS is an entry level DSLR featuring a 10 megapixel sensor, Live View, and is capable of shooting at 3 frames per second. The camera is known as the EOS 1000D in Europe.

In direct competition with the Nikon D60, the Canon EOS Rebel XS has got mostly positive reviews, but finds itself in a very competitive spot in the marketplace. Read More about Canon EOS Rebel XS Overview

Announced in January 2008, the Canon EOS Rebel XSi is also known as the EOS 450D outside of North America. It replaced the Canon EOS Rebel XTi.

Compared to the slightly cheaper Canon EOS Rebel XS and older Canon EOS Rebel XTi, the Canon EOS Rebel XSi features a 12 megapixel sensor, larger LCD, 14 bit RAW processing, Spot Metering, Improved AF, larger viewfinder and a higher capacity battery.

As a result of these improvements, the Rebel XSi has rapidly become a very popular entry level/consumer DSLR. Read More about Canon EOS Rebel XSi Overview

Announced in August 2006, the Canon EOS Rebel XTi is also known as the Canon EOS 400D outside of North America.

A popular entry level DSLR for Canon, the Rebel XTi featured a 10 megapixel sensor, integrated sensor cleaning system, and could shoot at 3 frames per second. It had a reputation as having a slight tendency to under expose images.

The Canon EOS Rebel XTi was replaced by the Canon EOS Rebel XSi. Read More about Canon EOS Rebel XTi Overview

The Nikon D3's initial price was $4,999.99, and in July 2008 a buffer upgrade, to double the buffer size to 2Gb came available for an additional $500.

The Nikon D3 has received rave reviews across the board from the popular photography magazines and review sites, and is generally considered one of the very best pro cameras available. Read More about Nikon D3 Overview

Announced in August 2007, the Nikon D300 was launched at the same time as the Nikon D3. It was positioned as the top of the line DX Nikon model, replacing the Nikon D200, and to some extent the D2 series also.

The Cameras specification is remarkably similar to the D3, sharing many components. The major differences: the Nikon D300 uses a DX sensor (measuring approx. 16mm x 24mm vs. the approx. 24mm x 36mm FX sensor in the D3); due to it's larger sensor size the D3 has better low light/high ISO performance; the D3 comes with an integrated vertical grip; and the D300 has a maximum frame rate of 6 fps vs. 9 fps (or 11fps in DX mode) for the Nikon D3. However with the addition of a Nikon MB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Pack to a Nikon D300, the D300 can achieve a full 8fps using either eight AA batteries or a single Nikon EN-EL4a battery.

According to Reuters, the Nikon D300 production was initially set at 60,000 units per month (vs. 8,000 for the Nikon D3), and the camera was in short supply for several months after it's introduction, despite production being increased to 70,000 units per month in early 2008.

Popular Photography named the Nikon D300 for their official "Camera of the Year 2007" award. Read More about Nikon D300 Overview

Announced in July 2008, the Nikon D700 became Nikons second Full Frame (FX) camera after the D3. The D700 uses the sensor out of the D3, in a body and configuration similar to the smaller Nikon D300. The maximum frame rate for the D700 drops to 5 frames per second (down from the D3's 9 fps), although by adding a Nikon MB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Pack to a Nikon D700, the D700 can achieve a full 8fps using either eight AA batteries or a single Nikon EN-EL4a battery. The MB-D10 can also be used on a Nikon D300.

Other major differences to the D3 include: D700 has a pop-up flash; D700 has a automatic sensor cleaner; D700 uses the EN-EL3e batteries (same as the D300), not the higher capacity EN-EL4a's used by the D3; the D700 has a smaller viewfinder, showing only 95% of the image; expected shutter life of 150,000 exposures vs. 300,000 for the D3; D3 has two Compact Flash card slots, vs. one for the D700; Nikon D3 has better weather sealing; and a host of other small items/control/modes that appear on the D3 and not the D700.

At a price point just under the $3,000 mark, Nikons 12.1 megapixel D700 was clearly aiming to outclass the Full Frame Canon EOS 5D. However mere weeks after the launch of the D700, Canon came out with a 21.1 megapixel Canon EOS 5D Mark II, which claims similar ISO range, and also supports 1020p HD Video for $2,999.99. While loosing out in megapixels, the Nikon D700 outclasses the new Canon in many important areas, including maximum frame rate (8 fps vs 3.9fps) and autofocus, making the D700 a very appealing camera to photographers interested in capturing action shots. Read More about Nikon D700 Overview

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