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The Nikon D5200 may technically be geared for "advanced beginners" -- boasting an easy-to-use design and relatively affordable price -- but it also carries a considerable amount of photographic power. The digital SLR captures exceptional photos that rival those taken by more higher-end cameras, even in low light, thanks to its sophisticated 24.1-megapixel sensor and imaging processor. Add in Full HD movie recording and a ton of advanced features, and the D5200 stands as one of the best DSLR investments a fledgling photographer can make. Check out our in-depth Nikon D5200 review for more details!Res: 24.1mp
Zoom: 3.0x
Storage: SD, SDHC, SDXC
Compare Price: $659-900
The Pentax K-5 II and Pentax K-5 IIs DSLRs build upon the company's popular K-5 enthusiast flagship from late 2010, retaining its excellent image quality and refined handling. The changes are few, but significant: An overhauled autofocus sensor provides near-magical low-light autofocusing capabilities, and the rear-panel LCD offers better visibility and scratch resistance. The duo also provide a choice: If you're just interested in shooting great photos, you'll want to read our Pentax K-5 II review. If you want to maximize per-pixel sharpness at the expense of increased moire, our Pentax K-5 IIs review serves as a supplement, examining the differences in the antialiasing filter-free variant.Res: 16.3mp
Zoom: 7.5x
Storage: SD, SDHC, SDXC
Compare Price: $1,106-1,399
The first thing that gets your attention about the Canon SX50 is its 50x optical zoom, which delivers a staggering 24-1200mm-equivalent range. But what's not as apparent -- until you start shooting with it -- is how easy the SX50 makes bringing distant subjects up close and personal, thanks to its improved image stabilization and Zoom Framing Assist function. While the camera does suffer from a few speed and low-light shortcomings, the SX50 should be on the short list for both casual and advanced photographers looking for the power, flexibility and surprisingly good image quality the camera provides. Read our in-depth Canon SX50 review for more details!Res: 12.1mp
Zoom: 50.0x
Storage: SD, SDHC, SDXC
Compare Price: $350-577
With its unique 46-megapixel Foveon sensor and sharp 28mm-equivalent lens, the compact Sigma DP1 Merrill delivers some of the most breathtakingly dynamic and high-resolution images we've ever seen from a digital camera in its price range. However, the camera has some severe limitations, as image quality drops off quickly above ISO 400 and its performance, usability and flexibility trail well behind the competition. Check out our in-depth Sigma DP1 Merrill review to see if we've become full Foveon fanatics, or if we're stuck on its shortcomings.Res: 14.8mp
Zoom: Non-Zoom
Storage: SD, SDHC, SDXC
Compare Price: $799-800
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: $499-599
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'Credit Photo by Weegee the Famous': How Arthur Fellig turned images of murder and tragedy into art
Featured Story Jun 18, 12:02 EDT
The photographer Arthur Fellig had a reputation for getting to crime scenes before the cops. Finding him standing over a dead body, camera raised to get a shot, they'd say he must have used a Ouija board to know where to go. And so they nicknamed him "Weegee." He liked that and began stamping his photographs "Credit Photo by Weegee the...
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Olympus E-P5 First Shots: How does the new flagship PEN's images compare to the Olympus E-P3 and even OM-D E-M5?
Featured Story Jun 18, 09:53 EDT
We've just posted First Shots -- IR Lab's initial test images -- taken with the new Olympus E-P5, the company's latest flagship offering in its popular and historically excellent PEN Micro Four Thirds camera series. (We recently reviewed the PEN entry- and mid-level models, the Olympus E-PM2 and Olympus E-PL5, and were blown away with the...
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The International Space Station looks like the Starship Enterprise cruising past the moon in this photo
Jun 18, 17:19 EDT
Check out the below image of the International Space Station (ISS) going past the moon. Look a bit familiar? As Star Trek's George Takei pointed out on his popular Facebook account, the ISS resembles the (fictional) USS Enterprise in this shot.
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Photographer sues BuzzFeed for $3.6 million over image use
Jun 18, 13:23 EDT
BuzzFeed is something of an unstoppable juggernaut of viral media, encouraging users to share the site's posts all across social media. But one photographer is not only taking issue with BuzzFeed using his work without permission, but also for encouraging it to be shared, and is suing the website for $3.6 million.
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Super high-speed tracking camera can follow a ball at ludicrous speeds (VIDEO)
Jun 18, 12:51 EDT
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Pros, take note: Canon has recalled some EOS-1D X, EOS-1D C digital SLRs
Jun 18, 12:28 EDT
Pro photographers, videographers and deep-pocketed enthusiasts shooting with the Canon EOS-1D X and EOS-1D C digital SLRs will want to pay attention to a product advisory issued yesterday by Canon USA. The company has discovered an issue affecting some shipments of both models, and while it's not using the word recall to describe its response, that's...
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Camera Deals of the Day: Nikon D3100 2-lens bundle for $497, save $100 off Canon 24-70 f/4L IS and much more!
Jun 18, 10:24 EDT
Happy Tuesday, everyone! We've rounded up a nice selection of camera deals for you this morning, including great savings on an entry-level Nikon DSLR 2-lens bundle and a Nikon point-and-shoot, as well as serious savings on nice handful of DSLR lenses. As always, be sure to check back on IR every weekday for more great deals.
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Adobe Photoshop CC now available for download
Jun 18, 10:10 EDT
A little more than a month after unveiling its new subscription-based Photoshop CC (Creative Cloud) to much fanfare (and much controversy), Adobe has announced that users can now download the software.
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Canon SX50 | 50.00x | $418.85 |
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Canon 60D | 7.50x | $1,061.23 |
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Olympus E-PL5 | 3.00x | $599.99 |
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Canon 6D | 4.38x | $2,393.55 |
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Canon T3i | 7.50x | $867.40 |
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Nikon D5200 | 3.00x | $794.44 |
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Pentax K-5 II | 7.50x | $1,379.25 |
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Canon 7D | 3.80x | $1,310.84 |
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Sony RX100 | 3.60x | $640.35 |
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Canon G15 | 5.00x | $469.58 |