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1. Imaging- Resource.com	Digital Camera Reviews Dave Etchells As of Oct. 2007		Cameras reviewed by this comprehensive website are put through exhaustive testing, and the results are very well documented. Sample photos are posted, so readers can see the results for themselves. Cameras are not directly compared, nor are objective ratings given, but site publisher Dave Etchells maintains a list of highly recommended cameras, organized by category. Etchells makes camera recommendations for enthusiasts, beginners, professionals, students and others, as well as cameras for those on a budget, looking for an ideal travel camera and much more.
2. Digital Camera Resource Page	Jeff's Favorite Digital Cameras Jeff Keller As of Oct. 2007		Jeff Keller's Digital Camera Resource Page is a great source for in-depth and easy-to-read camera reviews and news. While cameras are not directly compared, each review includes a list of other cameras in the same class to consider. Also helpful is a regularly updated list of top camera choices, called Jeff's Favorite Cameras. This website has an advantage in that it's well designed, and reviews are not overwhelming to read. Keller even has a good sense of humor, along with a nice conversational tone.
3. DP Review.com	Digital Camera Product Reviews/Previews Phil Askey and Simon Joinson As of Oct. 2007		Site founder Phil Askey and editor Simon Joinson keep readers updated with in-depth reviews of new digital cameras as they are released. The reviews are comprehensive and illustrated with plenty of photos, plus they're written to appeal to both the beginner and the seasoned pro. Top performers earn a rare Highly Recommended rating. Several cameras that score nearly as well can be found one notch below in the site's listing of Recommended cameras. This website has now been acquired by Amazon.com, so we hope the reviews here remain objective and critical.

Digital Cameras Reviews above this line are significantly better than reviews below.

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4. Steves Digicams.com	Camera Reviews Editors of Steve's Digicams As of Oct. 2007		Steve's Digicams is one of the better review resources on the Internet. New cameras are reviewed continuously, and those reviews are very complete, with virtually every feature or function that matters receiving attention. Test photos are included in the reviews, and there's a 360-degree tour of each camera. While cameras are not compared to each other or given numerical ratings, Steve does offer a list of Best Cameras in a number of categories. However, the lists for each subgrouping are long, and there's no way to tell which might merit first consideration overall. In addition, the list contains several discontinued models, and the site has been slow to add reviews of new cameras in recent months.
5. CNet.com	Editors' Top Compact Cameras Editors of CNet.com As of Oct. 2007		CNet.com's editors routinely review and rate digital cameras. Each is evaluated on design, image quality, performance and features. Those factors are weighted based on the camera's class in order to come up with a final rating. Commentary is provided, but it's usually far shorter than at the enthusiast sites listed above. As a counterpoint, readers can add their own observations. Top-scoring cameras make the list of Editors' Top Compact Cameras, while additional lists provide good choices by image size and camera type. CNet's reviews are easily sorted, so it's easy to identify the top-scoring cameras.
6. PC World >> Details/Subscribe	Top 10 Point and Shoot Digital Cameras Editors of PC World Updated July 18, 2007		According to PC World, point-and-shoot digital cameras are a great choice for the casual photographer. Editors evaluate digital cameras on price, features, design and performance (including image quality and battery life). They then use those evaluations to create a numerical rating that can be compared to other cameras in the same class. The ten highest-scoring cameras make it to this list, which also features several ultra-compact digital cameras.
7. Megapixel.net	Camera Reviews Editors of Megapixel.net As of Oct. 2007		Megapixel.net examines hundreds of models in lengthy, single-product reviews. Ratings are given for both functionality and photographic qualities relative to other cameras with the same resolution, and the site's search page lets you filter results by those ratings. However, there's no way to see at a glance which cameras rate most highly. In addition, there's no overall ranking, nor are any judgments made about which cameras are best overall. Even so, the reviews themselves are very detailed and lengthy. The lack of rankings makes this site easier to use for those who've narrowed their choice somewhat.
8. DigitalCamera Info.com	Point and Shoot Ratings Editors of DigitalCameraInfo.com As of Oct. 2007		DigitalCameraInfo.com is an offshoot of the highly regarded CamcorderInfo.com. The site's editors give digital cameras the same in-depth analysis as they do camcorders. Full reviews are very detailed and include a numerical rating that can be compared to other cameras. In addition, most of the reviews include direct comparisons to competing cameras. The reviews are unapologetically critical -- few cameras escape unscathed -- but reviews are not as easily digestible as those on some other websites.
9. Trusted Reviews	Digital Camera Reviews Editors of TrustedReviews.com As of Oct. 2007		This British website is a great source for digital camera reviews, news and more. Though the individual camera reports are not as detailed as some, the write-ups are easy to read and are accompanied by test shots. Comparisons to other cameras are only rarely made, but the reviewers are clear about which cameras they like -- and which ones they don't. A Recommended rating clearly identifies the cameras the site considers to be the very best, and a 10-point objective rating system, with sub-ratings for image, value and features, is helpful. However, navigation can be a nuisance, as there is no way to see those ratings without clicking on the reviews, and there's no ranking page or listing of top cameras. Most cameras reviewed are also sold in the U.S, though model names might differ.
10. Laptop Magazine >> Details/Subscribe	Ten Quality Cameras You Can Afford Anthony Losanno May 15, 2007		Laptop Magazine regularly reviews digital cameras in single-product reports and multi-camera roundups such as this one. Cameras are assigned a rating of from 1 to 5 stars, so it is easy to see which ones the editors rank more highly. The very best receive an Editors' Choice award. The discussion here is briefer than we typically like to see -- and far briefer than at the best enthusiast and professional websites. However, a photo-quality comparison gallery lets users see identical shots from all ten cameras side-by-side.
11. Consumer Reports >> Details/Subscribe	Digital Cameras Editors of Consumer Reports June 2007		Consumer Reports does a thorough job of reporting on digital cameras, evaluating various models with criteria that are both appropriate and well explained. However, the report itself is boiled down to the basics, without the details or test photos that accompany reviews on enthusiast sites such as ImagingResource.com, Steve's Digicams and others. Results are summarized in a ratings table supplemented with a few basic notes. Consumer Reports' Quick Pick selections have a little more description, but not much.
12. Choice.com.au >> Details/Subscribe	Digital Cameras Editors of Choice.com.au May 2007		This Australian magazine is roughly comparable to Consumer Reports. Ratings are given for image quality in the automatic and manual modes, ease of use, versatility, movie mode, flash and more. The test methodology and ratings criteria are clearly spelled out on a How We Test Digital Cameras page. One negative is that discussion about the individual cameras is brief, and, aside from the top-rated cameras, it's hard to find. As with Consumer Reports, only subscribers can gain access to most articles.
13. Shutterbug.net	Five 10-Megapixel Digicams: Small Cameras, Big Files Jack Neubart Sept. 2007		According to the author, image quality suffers when you pack too many pixels onto a small image sensor like those used in most compact digital cameras. However, as long as you limit yourself to shooting at 400 ISO or lower, most of the cameras reviewed here do a pretty good job. Each of the five is subjected to a battery of tests to evaluate features, such as image stabilization, and shooting under a variety of challenging yet typical conditions. The Canon PowerShot G7 is named a winner because it's the only one in the group to accept an external shoe-mount flash and for its capable all-around performance. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX2 is also a serious contender.

Digital Cameras Reviews above this line are significantly better than reviews below.

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14. PC Magazine >> Details/Subscribe	Digital Camera Reviews Editors of PC Magazine As of Oct. 2007		PC magazine covers digital cameras both in single-camera reviews and occasional roundups, awarding best-in-class cameras with an Editors' Choice rating. Reviews are not particularly lengthy, but do cover most of the important details. One negative is that this listing includes lots of cameras that have yet to be tested. PC Magazine also does a better job covering ultra-zoom and ultra-compact cameras than it does mainstream models. As with CNet, these reviews are easy to digest, which is nice if you want a quick overview rather than an exhaustive analysis.
15. Digital Trends.com	Top Reviews for Digital Cameras Editors of DigitalTrends.com As of Oct. 2007		At Digital Trends, cameras are reviewed from the point of view of a mainstream user. Reviews provide decent detail and cover topics such as image quality, performance and ease of use. The top-ranked cameras make it to a Top Reviews for Digital Cameras chart, and those that score 8.5 out of 10 or higher are named an Editor's Choice. The downside here is that fewer cameras are rated here than at other websites, and the listings include many discontinued models.
16. Popular Photography >> Details/Subscribe	Camera Reviews Editors of Popular Photography and American Photo As of Oct. 2007		Long a respected source of information about film cameras, Popular Photography and its sister magazine, American Photo, have now fully embraced digital technology. The magazines cover digital cameras in single-product reports and multi-camera roundups. While the multi-camera reports do name winners and losers, and lab-test results are provided, there are no objective ratings to help readers easily see which cameras rate best.
17. Digital Camera Review.com	Digital Camera Reviews Editors of DigitalCameraReview.com As of Oct. 2007		The reviews on this site are complete and comprehensive, with lots of sample images. However, while opinions are offered, cameras are neither rated nor compared to one another, which ultimately makes this site less useful than more highly rated sites. A nice touch is that links to reviews at other sites are provided.

Digital Cameras Reviews above this line are significantly better than reviews below.

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18. The Wall Street Journal	How to Buy Your Next Digital Camera Katherine Boehret May 9, 2007		In this article, Katherine Boehret looks at features that typical consumers -- not serious hobbyists or professionals -- would do well to look at when selecting the right camera for their needs. Though some specific examples are given, this article is mainly useful for those just beginning their search.
19. The Wall Street Journal >> Details/Subscribe	Better Digital Photos at Your Fingertips Katherine Boehret July 18, 2007		This article pits two digital cameras with large touchscreens in a head-to-head comparison. Katherine Boehret is impressed with both the HP Photosmart R937 and the Pentax Optio T30, which is an ultra-compact model. She notes that touch technology is "incredibly useful and will change the way you use your digital camera." Operation in bright sunlight is an issue with both cameras. In general, Boehret prefers the small size of the T30, but adds that the R937 feels sturdy and that its larger 3.6-inch screen "is a boon."
20. About.com	Digital Camera Product Reviews Michael Carr Not Dated		There are some helpful articles and buyer's guides to be found at About.com. Unfortunately, site-guide Michael Carr's reviews don't measure up well to those we rate more highly. The quality of the reports is variable. In some cases it's clear that Carr has at least spent a little time with the camera, while other reviews are no more than a listing of features with little added insight. In addition, many of the reviewed cameras are discontinued. (Note that ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com.)
21. The New York Times >> Details/Subscribe	Breaking the Myth of Megapixels David Pogue Feb. 8, 2007		In this article, the author explores what he calls "the megapixel myth" -- that the larger the megapixel count, the better the image. David Pogue reports on the results of two different tests, using two different methods that yielded the same results. In these tests, most people could not tell the difference between photos shot at high and low resolutions (5, 8 and 13 megapixels in one test, and 7, 10 and 16.7 megapixels in the other).
22. PC Magazine >> Details/Subscribe	Readers' Choice: Digital Cameras Survey Editors of PC Magazine Oct. 20, 2006		This article discusses the results of PC Magazine's annual survey, in which readers are asked to rate camera manufacturers and their products in areas such as ease of use, reliability, technical support, frequency of repair and more. In the end, the magazine reports that among its readers, Canon scored highest in every camera category.
23. Consumer Guide.com	Digital Cameras Editors of ConsumerGuide.com As of Oct. 2007		It seems that some of the digital cameras recommended here have been tested. On the downside, only a handful of cameras currently have "Expert Reviews," and those reviews don't approach the depth of the reviews at more highly rated sites. In addition, many discontinued cameras remain listed on the site.
24. PCPhotoReview.com	Digital Cameras: Pro Reviews Contributors to PCPhotoReview.com As of Oct. 2007		Originally a consumer-voting site, PCPhotoReview.com has benefited greatly by including a host of reviews written by working professional photographers. The reviews offer a fair amount of detail, but fall short of what's found at better sites. Cameras are not compared or rated. Readers can still rate cameras as well, but most cameras have few if any feedback, and those that do are often already discontinued.

Digital Cameras Reviews above this line are significantly better than reviews below.

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25. Digital Camera HQ.com	Camera Reviews Editors of DigitalCamera-HQ.com As of Oct. 2007		DigitalCamera-HQ.com has changed yet again since our last visit. Judging from the latest cameras profiled, professional reviews from around the Internet appear to be on the way out, replaced instead by user reviews from the site's contributors and contributors from a variety of shopping sites. These reviews are sometimes helpful, but like all user reviews, they vary greatly in quality. Editorial comments add a little -- but not much -- enlightenment.
26. Amazon.com	Digital Cameras Contributors to Amazon.com As of Oct. 2007		Like many other large Internet retailer websites, Amazon.com allows users to share their experiences. The top-selling cameras often get enough reviews to make visiting this site useful if you want to read real-world opinions about a camera you are considering buying. Of course, like most nonprofessional review sources, the quality and usefulness of the information can vary.
27. Epinions	Digital Camera Reviews Contributors to Epinions As of Oct. 2007		Another consumer review site, Epinions lets owners review their own products. However, this site does not get nearly as much traffic as Amazon.com, so by the time models have a decent number of reviews, they are usually outdated. On the positive side, reviews tend to be longer and more complete, and other users have the opportunity to critique the reviews.