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Smaller, lighter and less expensive than the very similar E-PL5, the Olympus E-PM2 is a surprisingly sophisticated option for photographers looking to step up from their point-and-shoots into an interchangeable-lens camera. The entry-level PEN E-PM2 is fast and fun to use, but most importantly it takes great pictures, thanks to the 16-megapixel Live MOS sensor it shares with the high-end Olympus E-M5. With no physical Mode dial and few settings buttons, the E-PM2 relies heavily on touchscreen operation, which may be a turn off for some. Check out our Olympus E-PM2 review to see if it's the right compact system camera for you.Res: 16.1mp
Zoom: 3.0x
Storage: SD, SDHC, SDXC
Compare Price: $425-599
Inheriting a ton of high-tech DNA from the acclaimed Olympus OM-D E-M5 -- including its 16-megapixel Live MOS sensor -- the Olympus E-PL5 is a pint-sized powerhouse with image quality that rivals more expensive digital cameras, including the E-M5 itself. A fast performer, the E-PL5 captures rich, detailed photos even in low light, and boasts a ton of advanced photographic capabilities and immensely customizable functions -- although you have to navigate its maddening menu system to find them. Read our Olympus E-PL5 review to find out how the camera stacks up against other compact system cameras.Res: 16.1mp
Zoom: 3.0x
Storage: SD, SDHC, SDXC
Retail Price: $600
Just days after Nikon announced the Coolpix S800c, Samsung responded with its Samsung Galaxy Camera, setting the stage for an epic battle, and pitting one of the most recognized brands in imaging against a consumer electronics giant with a long history in smart devices. Each camera trod a different path: Nikon went small, conservative, and camera-like; Samsung grafted a high-end smartphone and a long-zoom digital camera. We reviewed both side by side. Will Nikon hit the home run, or will Samsung's experience give it the edge? Read our Samsung Galaxy Camera review, and find out!Res: 16.3mp
Zoom: 21.0x
Storage: microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
Retail Price: $500
Despite its lineage, the Canon 6D is more than just a mini 5D Mark III. Though Canon has had to nip and tuck a few things to make the 20.2-megapixel, full-frame 6D smaller and more affordable, it still squeezes in a ton of advanced features -- including built-in WiFi and GPS -- and delivers stunning images and videos that rivals those of more expensive cameras. Overall, the 6D is a well-designed, responsive shooter that should appeal to prosumers, enthusiasts and novices alike. Read our in-depth Canon 6D review for all the reasons why (and price isn't the only one) you should consider buying one!Res: 20.2mp
Zoom: 4.4x
Storage: SD, SDHC, SDXC
Compare Price: $2,280-2,599
As the first mainstream smart camera, the Android-based Nikon S800c is a shot across the bows of the smartphone, pairing its soul with the body of a digicam. The S800c aims to take photography to the next level, creating a capture, editing, and sharing powerhouse. But revolution is risky business: Not only must the S800c house an app-ready operating system -- it need also feel like a photographic tool. Can Nikon succeed at first asking, or will it stumble out of the gates? Read our Nikon S800c review, and find out!Res: 16.0mp
Zoom: 10.0x
Storage: SD, SDHC
Compare Price: $247-295
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Olympus E-PM2 review: The best compact system camera for those stepping up from point-and-shoots?
Featured Story May 16, 14:35 EDT
The Olympus PEN E-PM2 just may be one of the most ideal compact system cameras for budding photographers looking to step up into a more sophisticated, interchangeable-lens system.
The E-PM2 is slightly smaller, lighter and more affordable than its fraternal twin, the E-PL5 -- which we also recently reviewed. It also features a less robust build and lacks a...
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The World Press Photo debacle dissected. You decide: Is it adjustment, or manipulation?
Featured Story May 16, 00:10 EDT
Yesterday, we reported on the controversy surrounding the winning image for the World Press Photo organization's annual Photo of the Year contest. Three months after the winning shot by Stockholm, Sweden-based photojournalist Paul Hansen was announced, accusations came to a head that the image was either a composite, or had otherwise been altered beyond the...
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Adobe Camera Raw 8.1 release candidate supports Olympus E-P5 and more, saves the goodies for Creative Cloud members
May 18, 01:43 EDT
A month before public availability of its controversial, subscription-only Creative Cloud product line, including the next-generation Photoshop CC, Adobe has issued a release candidate version of the Photoshop Camera Raw 8 plug-in. As the company promised at the Creative Cloud launch, Camera Raw 8.1 also compatible with the existing retail release of...
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Van Gogh-like starry night images showcased in winners of 2013 Earth and Sky Photo Contest
May 17, 17:37 EDT
The winners of the 4th International Earth and Sky Photo Contest were announced this week and there are some amazing shots of the night sky and the surrounding landscape. The contest was created by The World at Night (TWAN) in conjunction with Global Astronomy Month and the National Optical Astronomy Observatory (NOAO).
The theme of this...
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From Daguerreotype to gelatin silver: A 30-minute crash course in the history of photographic film processes
May 17, 17:13 EDT
In six short, excellent videos from the George Eastman House -- each about three to six minutes long -- the history of film photography is told in terms of the processes behind it, from the Daguerreotype to gelatin silver prints. The Eastman House staff, led by Alison Nordstrom, senior curator of photographs, takes us through the history of...
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Death Valley time-lapse captures rare (and beautiful) southern aurora
May 17, 15:49 EDT
Normally, to catch a view of the aurora, you either need to be pretty far in the Northern latitudes to see the aurora borealis, or equally far South to view the aurora australis. But a film crew making a time-lapse in the famously inhospitable Death Valley managed to catch an extremely rare glimpse of an aurora many miles away from where...
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The Camera Bag: Think Tank Photo's massive, new Logistics Manager 30 is big enough to haul all your photo gear
May 17, 14:10 EDT
Think Tank Photo's newest addition to their line is an enormous, wheeled bag suitable for carting just about every piece of gear you own out to a shoot with you. The new Logistics Manager 30 is a $500 rolling gear bag, with more than 3,500 cubic inches of storage. It features an expansive inner with customizable layout; retractable handle;...
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Camera Deals of the Day: Canon T4i two-lens kit for $750, Nikon S9500 for $327, plus Amazon Lightning Deals
May 17, 10:34 EDT
It's Friday! We hope everyone has some great plans for the weekend and you're hopefully able to work a little photography into the mix. We've found a handful of great camera deals to start your weekend off right, but be sure to check back on the site regularly for more deals.
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